norda 002
Trail · Easy / Recovery · Tempo
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| Weight | Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| ClaimedMen | 249 g | 4 mm |
| ClaimedWomen | 219 g | 4 mm |
| MeasuredVariant unknown | — | 7 mm |
Sources and measurements
Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.
Claimed · Men
Weight: 249 g · Drop: 4 mm
US 8.5
- norda exact men product specifications · Reviewed 2026-10-15
Claimed · Women
Weight: 219 g · Drop: 4 mm
US 8
- norda exact women product specifications · Reviewed 2026-10-15
Measured · Variant unknown
Weight: — · Drop: 7 mm
Reference size not stated
— Not documented or unresolved
GearLab measured 7 mm using its World Athletics-based method; norda claims 4 mm. These are distinct observations.
- OutdoorGearLab · Reviewed 2026-10-15
—Plate
TrailSurface
About the shoe
Ground-connected trail shoe for precise technical running. Cushioning is firmer and less forgiving over long distances; check sizing carefully.
- Comfort
- 84/100
- Response
- 76/100
- Stability
- 90/100
- Cushioning
- 66/100
Easy / RecoveryTempoTrail
Reviewed specifications
- Plate
- —
- Plate construction
- —
- Rocker
- —
- Cushioning
- 3.3/5
- Terrain
- Trail
- Roles
- Easy / Recovery · Tempo · Trail
Manufacturer specifications
- Construction
- Dyneema upper, Vibram SLE midsole and Megagrip/Litebase outsole with 5 mm lugs.
- Claimed weight
- norda claims 249 g in US M8.5 and 219 g in US W8.
- Drop evidence
- GearLab measured 7 mm using its World Athletics-based method; norda claims 4 mm. These are distinct observations.
- Plate
- RoadTrailRun describes a plateless construction; norda’s “soleplate” means the rubber outsole.
- Fit
- norda says it runs small and currently recommends one US size up. The toe box allows toe splay; try the exact fit.
- Best use
- Best suited to technical trails when ground feel matters more than plush cushioning. Longer outings can feel more tiring.
Sources: norda ↗ · OutdoorGearLab ↗ · RoadTrailRun ↗