The brand introduces a new max-cushion trail runner and brings the world’s premier skyrunning series back to the U.S.

Merrell, the world’s leading hiking and outdoor footwear brand, announced the launch of the all-new Agility Peak 6 alongside an expanded global partnership with the Skyrunner World Series. As the brand marks 45 years on the trail, these milestones reinforce Merrells deep commitment to performance trail running and advancing the sport at its highest levels.

As part of the renewed partnership, Merrell will serve as global title sponsor of the Merrell Skyrunner World Series, the premier circuit for technical, elevation-driven mountain running. With 18 Skyraces globally, kicking off with 4 Refugios in Argentina and concluding at the Marató dels Dements Skymasters in Spain, the expanded partnership introduces the Beast of Big Creek in Washington, USA, bringing the Skyrunner World Series back to the U.S. and expanding access to elite skyrunning in Merrell’s largest market.

“Skyrunning represents the most pinnacle expression of performance trail running,” said Richard McLeod, Chief Marketing Officer at Merrell. “This expanded partnership underscores our commitment to supporting the sport at its highest level while sharpening our focus on building product that meets the demands of technical mountain terrain.”

Designed as a max-cushion trail runner built for all distances, the Agility Peak 6 delivers a smooth, responsive ride that helps runners stay confident and connected on technical terrain. Informed by extensive athlete and consumer feedback from the Agility Peak 5, Merrell refined the franchise’s signature comfort while enhancing stability and traction to meet the expectations of performance-focused trail runners.

At the core of the shoe is an updated FloatPro™ foam midsole, offering more resilient cushioning and smoother transitions over long miles, paired for the first time with full-length FLEXconnect® technology for adaptive stability on uneven ground. Underfoot, a Vibram® Megagrip outsole with 5 mm traction lugs delivers reliable grip across wet, loose, and technical surfaces.

The upper has been completely redesigned for a more secure, locked-in fit, featuring an ultra-breathable engineered mesh, reinforced toe protection, and a gusseted tongue to help keep debris out, allowing runners to stay focused and in control on difficult terrain.

“We built the Agility Peak 6 with every need of today’s trail runners in mind.” said Noreen Naroo-Pucci, Chief Product Officer at Merrell. “Each thoughtful update delivers grip, cushion, and control in a single platform built to go longer and push harder. It’s the most capable trail runner we’ve ever made.”

With performance trail running continuing to grow globally, the Agility Peak 6 represents Merrell’s latest investment in the sport, while the expanded Skyrunner World Series partnership underscores the brand’s commitment to competing—and leading—at the highest level of trail running.

The Agility Peak 6 and Agility Peak 6 GORE-TEX are available February 6^th for £145 / €165 and £170 / €195, respectively, at Merrell.com and select retailers worldwide.

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