Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
Valyermo, California
norda 003 Trail-Approach Shoes - Men's
$295.00
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Designed to transition between running, hiking and scrambling, the men's norda 003 trail-approach shoes are durable and supportive for trail adventures where you'll encounter all sorts of terrain.
Key Details
Trail-Running Shoe Type
Rugged-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
5
Running Shoe Cushioning
Maximum Cushion
Rock Plate
No
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- Uppers are seamlessly woven with bio-Dyneema®
- Dyneema is bluesign® and ISCC-approved
- Elasticized bio-Dyneema laceless closures developed by norda allow for a fit that remains unchanged over time
- norda Lock System consists of an ultralight and comfortable sock and gusset construction for the ultimate fit; system holds your foot firmly in place to provide stability
- Hi-vis reflective design for front to rear 360° visibility
- Structured and padded heel collars hit below the ankles, establishing secure lockdown for flexible freedom in the forefeet
- Custom-designed eTPU insoles for support and the highest possible energy absorption and return
- Exclusive norda x Vibram® SLE CMEVA midsoles are dialed for cushion, rebound and resilience
- Exclusive norda x Vibram outsoles with Megagrip are dialed specifically for wet grip and durability
- Vibram Litebase technology for 30% weight savings over non-Litebase outsoles
- 5 mm lug height
Imported.
Important sizing note: Shoes run small.
norda recommends you add a full size (U.S.) to your typical size (e.g., typical size 10 = norda size 11)
View all norda Men's Trail-Running Shoesnorda recommends you add a full size (U.S.) to your typical size (e.g., typical size 10 = norda size 11)
| Best Use | Trail Running Hiking |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 5 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 26 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Slip-on |
| Upper | Seamless woven with bio-based Dyneema and recycled nylon |
| Midsole | norda x Vibram SLE CMEVA |
| Outsole | norda x Vibram Megagrip rubber with Litebase technology |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 3.4 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
norda Footwear - Men's (238934, 238933)
| 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Men's | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 |
| UK | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
| EU | 40-2/3 | 41-1/3 | 42 | 42-2/3 | 43-1/3 | 44 | 44-2/3 | 45-1/3 | 46 | 46-2/3 | 47 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 10.3 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.5 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 |
Sizing Notes
Norda recommends sizing up 1 size from your normal size.
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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NRV
Brooklyn, NY
(Almost) perfect, but high volume feet beware.
4 months ago
I love this shoe. Possibly one of the objectively best shoes I’ve ever had. The design and build quality are unmatched. These feel indestructible. The toebox is roomy enough for my wide feet. The outsole is very grippy and combined with the midsdole, they make for excellent under-foot comfort and energy transfer. They look great for casual wear too. I’d say this is almost a perfect shoe. Except for one thing: the collar. One positive for the laceless collar is that it is stiff and really locks your foot in there. The heel counter is padded and keeps your Achilles save from rubbing or scratching. The real issue is at the front, where the stiffness and shape of the collar create a lot of pressure on my instep. After a while it becomes a but painful. This shoe is definitely NOT for high volume (high arch / instep) feet. I emailed Norda about ways to stretch or improve the fit. They recommended thinner aftermarket insoles, which did indeed help a bit. They feel even better with no insoles at all, but that’s probably not a good long term way to wear them. All that said, I still love this shoe and will continue to wear it for shorter treks and more leisurely activities. But high volume feet beware. PS: make sure to size up. The Norda website says to go a full size up and they are correct. I’d even say go up 1 or 1.5 sizes. YMMV
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 11
Yes , I recommend this product
JJF
Runs small but worth it
2 weeks ago
These run a whole size/size and a half small but worth it once you find your right size. This is the second pair I've had and went up another half size for wearing with socks. Love the style, fit nice on a bit wider foot, and great arch support. Hope they come out with other style options. Only complaint is they were sent with a anti-theft sensor on them... that was annoying.
Anonymous
1 year ago