Reddit · r/trailrunning · Feb 14, 2026 · summarized
NegativeThis runner's Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 felt light and agile, but the midsoles were destroyed after about 100 miles and the rigid heel cup hurt their heel spurs.
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Reddit · r/trailrunning · Feb 14, 2026 · summarized
NegativeThis runner's Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 felt light and agile, but the midsoles were destroyed after about 100 miles and the rigid heel cup hurt their heel spurs.
The complaints reviewers mention most: wears out fast (1 review). For example: This runner's Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 felt light and agile, but the midsoles were destroyed after about 100 miles and the rigid heel cup hurt their heel spurs.
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