The best overall trail runner is the one that fits your foot and style. There is no one style that fits all. That being said, there is one style that fits most. That would be the ArishiV3. It is in the "Goldie Locks" zone of the Fresh foam line. Not too much and not too little, it's just right (for most). It is the one shoe that made it into the top three in both men's and women's recommended trail runners. Now if you want a peek into the future, you might want to look up to the New Balance Fresh Foam Roav V1. This loks like a promising lightweight shoe with a nice insole for running or hiking comfort. This new Fresh foam design features a more snug fit around the heels and ankles. Early reviews indicate that people love this new fit as it keeps more rocks out of your shoes when you are running in gravel areas. It is available now but not yet at Joe's New Balance Outlet. As an outlet source, you have to wait sometimes up to a year for the previous year's shoes. So get on Joe's mailing list, so you are the first to know when they get it. I have a feeling that this is going to be one of my new favorites!