Running vs Trail running
Running and trail running have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Running | Trail running |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 4 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Lively | Calm |
| To start | $100 | $150 |
Choose running if
- Closer to home
- More of the same each time
About $100 to start. Little or nothing after that.
Choose trail running if
- More exploring new places
- Something different each time
About $150 to start. Little or nothing after that.
What you'll need
- Running: Running Shoes Full cost breakdown
- Trail running: About $150 to start. Little or nothing after that. Full cost breakdown