THE ULTIMATE TRAIL RUNNING WEAR TEST | NIKE TERRA KIGER 8 - Pro:Direct Running

Aug 13, 2025

Intro

This is a quick summary of THE ULTIMATE TRAIL RUNNING WEAR TEST | NIKE TERRA KIGER 8 from Pro:Direct Running. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workouts today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points

Speed Challenge: 1‑km loop run in pairs, running opposite directions, tag your partner at the finish – great for sharpening speed and navigation under pressure.
Running Charades: A team‑based, silent‑acting game that forces you to communicate quickly and stay aware of your surroundings.
Elevation Challenge: Relay‑style hill repeats (5 hills each, total 10 climbs) to build leg strength and practice smooth hand‑offs.
Nutrition Lucky‑Dip: Trivia‑based gel selection; reinforces the importance of smart fueling and adds a fun mental‑break component.
Endurance Challenge: 5.11 km (≈3.17 mi) off‑road route with navigation focus, testing endurance, navigation, and teamwork.

Workout Example

Speed Challenge (1 km loop)

Form two‑person teams.
Start back‑to‑back; one runs clockwise, the other counter‑clockwise.
Run the 1 km loop, then tag your partner.
Record total time (e.g., 3 min 17 s) and compare.

Elevation Relay (5 hills each, total 10)

Each runner completes 5 hill repeats in a relay.
Focus on strong, consistent effort up the hill, then recover on the down‑hill.
Hand off to teammate at the top.
Aim for smooth, fast hand‑offs to keep momentum.

Endurance Challenge (5.11 km)

Follow the pre‑loaded route on your watch.
Keep an eye on navigation, avoid looking down too much.
Use the Pacing app to customise the distance and pacing to suit your fitness.

Practical Tips

Use a GPS watch but keep your eyes on the trail; glance at the watch only when needed.
Practice hand‑offs and communication in training to avoid “lost in a labyrinth” moments.
Choose lightweight, grippy trail shoes (like the Terra Kiger 8) for quick hill work and fast descents.
Use a nutrition plan (gel or electrolyte) for the long‑run segment; practice taking gels on the move.
Customize paces in the Pacing app to match your own speed for each challenge.

Closing Note

Give these challenges a try on your next trail session, tweak the distances and paces to suit your own fitness, and track everything in the Pacing app. Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy the trail!