Vertex Speed Low
The Arc'teryx Vertex Speed Low is a 230g hybrid climbing-running shoe built for technical vertical mountain terrain, with a low 23/16mm dual-density platform and a Vibram Megagrip LITEBASE outsole.
- Terrain
- trail
- Use
- technical trail
- Also good for
- Door to trail, hiking
- Cushion
- low
- Firmness
- firm
- Weight
- 230g
- Drop
- 7mm
- Stack
- 23/16mm
- Midsole
- Dual-density mapped foam
- Outsole
- Vibram Megagrip with LITEBASE technology
- Upper
- PFAS-free Matryx woven polyester
- Widths
- standard
A specialized tool rather than a conventional trail runner, the Vertex Speed Low targets fast-moving technical mountain missions where climbing precision and grip matter more than plush cushioning. Its low stack, firm forefoot, and Vibram Megagrip outsole favor rock scrambling and steep ascents/descents. Independent long-term ride and durability data are limited, and a 3.6/5 manufacturer rating hints at some real-world reservations.
Low, firm-forefoot ride with softer heel/midfoot foam; a 7mm drop and shock-absorbing but modest cushion prioritize ground feel and stability over plushness.
Sock-like fit with stretch materials from a low-profile knit collar down to a U-throat, designed to seal out debris and lock the foot for technical terrain.
Runners tackling steep, technical vertical mountain terrain who want a lightweight, grippy shoe that blends climbing precision with running efficiency.
You want a cushioned daily trainer, long-haul ultra comfort, road use, or a waterproof shoe for wet/winter conditions.