NNormal has landed at 365Rider and it's doing so at full speed! And if we're talking about speed in the brand of famous trail runner Kilian Jornet , we have to talk about the NNormal Kjerag . The fastest model with which Kilian continues to break records, but at the same time demonstrates his love and respect for nature by combining durability and sustainability.
Features
The NNormal Kjerag shoes will convey their dynamic and fast nature from the moment you take them out of the box. Weighing in at 205g in the sample size, they are truly lightweight. The profiles are not at all maximalist, at 23,5/17,5mm , resulting in a 6mm drop , which will favor a forefoot strike.
EExure midsole
Upon putting on the shoes, we immediately noticed the feel of the EExpure foam, which has a medium firmness. This feel, without excessive rebound underfoot, makes it seem like a foam that will last for many kilometers. Once we started running, we noticed the foam's excellent responsiveness and adaptability. As mentioned earlier, the midsole isn't excessively high, and the absence of a rock plate makes this model a perfect choice for runners who prefer to feel connected to the mountain terrain. They are especially ideal for fast descents, where the proximity to the ground and greater contact with it provide increased security and stability. It's well known that Kilian is unrivaled on the downhills, and with these Kjerag shoes, that advantage is even more pronounced.
Vibram sole
If there's one thing that can truly set a trail running shoe apart, it's undoubtedly the outsole, which can be a deciding factor when choosing them. In this case, the Kjerag features the Vibram Megagrip Litebase compound , providing exceptional grip on any terrain and in any conditions. Furthermore, this Litebase technology reduces the shoe's weight without compromising protection or durability. The outsole has 50 lugs measuring 3,5mm . This large number of lugs, combined with their moderately aggressive design, makes it ideal for more compact terrain, offering added durability. Perhaps on softer or muddier surfaces, we might need slightly longer and more widely spaced lugs for better traction and to prevent mud from clogging between them. But aside from this more extreme scenario, the grip and durability make it versatile for a wide variety of terrains.
Matryx Jacquard Mesh
The upper also follows the same philosophy we've described for the Kjerag so far. The durability and lightness of its foam and sole are also reflected in the mesh. The design is very simple and clean, with hardly any extra protection to increase its weight and make it feel heavy and structured. But this doesn't mean durability is lacking. The Matryx mesh with polyamide and Kevlar threads provides very high resistance. Furthermore, the shoe's breathability is excellent, and you won't have any problems in very hot climates.
If you are wondering about its shape, we have noticed that it leaves a lot of freedom in the toe area, so that is a plus point. Of course, it does not mean that the rest of the shoe has a wide last, but rather that this wider area is well differentiated from the rest of the last, which is more standard.
Commitment to the environment
Kilian's love for nature and, in particular, for the mountains is well known. These Kjerag reflect this philosophy of responsible and sustainable manufacturing. Without a doubt, they advocate a model with very high durability, both for its EExpure foam, which seems to have a hard time taking a toll on the kilometers, for the durability of its Vibram sole, which is well known, and for the resistance of its upper. with a choice of high resistance materials in its design.
Distance and runner type
The Nnormal Kjerag are not the brand's most versatile shoes. You have to start clearly with them. They are shoes that runners up to medium weight will surely enjoy better, since they are not highly cushioned shoes, nor do they pretend to be. As we have been telling about their nature and where they move best is in fast and demanding rhythms. Ideally, your ideal runner should be someone who likes to feel the terrain and be well connected to it. Good descenders will really enjoy it.
As for the distance, without pigeonholing them into shorter or medium distances, this will depend a lot on the level of the trail runner. Perhaps less experienced or lower level runners may enjoy it more at shorter distances. On the other hand, more experienced or higher level runners can have a very fast partner for any distance, even the marathon.
Whether you're interested in these NNormal Kjerag or want to browse our catalog, we invite you to visit our website 365Rider and find the model that best suits you.