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norda 005
50K race
nordaWomen

005

A women's trail race shoe with a supercritical Arnitel midsole, an open-mesh Dyneema upper and Vibram Megagrip Elite.

$325MSRP

Pick for Race in the norda trail lineup

Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
50K race
Races
Ultra, 50K+
Also good for
Trail long run
Cushion
moderate
Weight
177g
Drop
7mm
Stack
28.5/21.5mm
Lug
4mm
Widths
standard
Technical trailLightweightUltra distanceRace day
Our read

norda's trail super shoe for race day. At 177g it is very light, with a 28.5/21.5mm stack and 7mm drop.

Ride

Reactive and energetic, as the brand puts it, with a 7mm drop.

Fit

An open-mesh Bio-Dyneema upper with the 005 Fit-Lock System and a microsuede tongue.

Best for

Trail races from short to ultra distance, where low weight counts.

Avoid if

You want a durable daily trainer or a lower price: it costs $325.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.