NNormal - Kjerag 02 Black

I sized down from my normal true-to-size for Kjerag 1 (10.5 to 10). But I was randomly in a store in durango that had the kjerag 2.0. Tried the kjerag 2 in US 10 and it was definitely way to tight. Unless this new upper has more give than the former, I will likely get my normal 10.5 when i pull the trigger.

Very curious to hear how Kjerag 2 compares to norda 005. The norda looks sweet but the outsole wear makes it hard to justify the cost. Kjerag 2 seems like a good compromise. Anyone have a feel if the new midsole significantly extends the length of run someone would do in it? people claimed the kjerag 1.0 could handle up to a 50k but i kinda maxed at 25k.

Kjerag is a good shout. I enjoyed NB SC Trail too.

Don't have the Pros, but they're on the list. I do have the Kjerag 02 and only have positive things to say about them. Light, nimble, really responsive midsole. One of the first trail shoes that has given me that "fun factor." No complaints about the grip, either. Outsole remains the same from the first version, so you'll be able to judge whether it's sufficient!

Im ~85kg and found that i prefer firm and responsive when running (short) races, with a not-too-stretchy upper. I think the brooks catamount could be a good option - they feel fast, stable and sturdy (i have the 2’s). The kjerags works well for me too i must say.

Have both. Was surprised that the Pro’s felt like a lot more shoe/more substantial than the Kjerag 2’s. I really like both. Pro’s have more bouncy-vibes but the Kjerag 2’s are definitely more lively than the 1’s. I just used the Pro’s for a technical mountain 100M (swiss peaks 170) and they performed very well on rock, dirt, mud, grass, flat or 35% in/declines, rain or shine. The Kjerag’s would have been too minimal for this i think, and the grip in wet grass/mud would probably not be good enough. For shorter distances in dry conditions, i still think the Kjerag 2’s are my prefered

I've been comparing the Nnormal Kjerag02 and Norda 005. Also the Patagonia "trail" clothing is very nice. Ps. The Norda 005 are very nicely built but too much foam for me and "unstable". I enjoy the Nnormal Kjerag 01 and 02 more. I'm running technical forest (MTB) trails 90% of the time. It's been a fun summer testing.

Hoka Tecton x3 Also bought Nnormal Kjerag as a rotation but it wasn’t working for my feet. Still looking for another shoe but the Kjerag has become a daily walking around shoe doing whatever. I actually find it’s getting more comfortable so I might give it another try (but maybe it’s wearing thicker non-running socks lol).

I don’t like mine but if I can only bring one pair of shoes somewhere then this is the pair. They are great as a daily walk around town and I *CAN* run in them if I wanted to.

I have both shoes. Have around 600 miles on the pros. Love the shoe but durability has not been great on the first two pairs. Third is better. It’s my go to shoe for running in the San Juan’s of Colorado. The Kjereg 2 are nice for a lighter more trail feel. They cut across my foot where the laces start towards the toe and I think I will return them. For me the pros are way more comfortable. I generally do a longer run with them of around 20 miles with 6k of climbing and they’re great.

Got these and the new Tomir 02 NN (straight laces) yesterday. Only used them for two walks in the forest (some short running to test as well) to get a feeling of them / trying to dial in lacing etc. The midsole is really great, and has a lot of bounce, but I think that with my weight these won't be shoes for the long distances, even with the increased stack. Definitely more volume in toe box compared to Kjerag 01 (or just a more forgiving upper?), which I couldn't buy because they were -too- tight for me over the arch. When I tried on the Kjerag 01 I had to size up a full size for them to fit at all, and even then it was slightly uncomfortable. Almost two thumbs width of spare length in the front is just not doable. With the Kjerag 02 I only sized up half a size, which is what I often have to due to slightly wider feed than average. I find the shoes to be slightly longer than I prefer for me feet, but that's about it.

I don’t know but I snagged a used pair of 001’s for like $110 that claimed and seemingly true only had less than 15 miles on them. They look great, first run in the morning. Excited although I absolutely love my Kjerags

Hoping to put enough miles on my kjerag 1’s to justify wearing my kjerag 2’s this fall Currently redesigning a vest that I made for a friend. I’ll have that ready to go by my bday in late September for a big bday run. Similar to a Salomon vest. Due to shorter runs because of the heat, I’ve been wearing an early version flip belt this summer and experimented with making a belt. Don’t really like either but I have ideas for improving mine, unfortunately involves making it larger so I haven’t done it yet. Creepers socks. Always. I want one of those button up running shirts real bad. But just an old vuori shirt from Mercari. Leif shorts. Absolutely love them. Janji half tights when it’s a little cooler. Got a killer deal on a coros apex pro 2 on eBay that I’m rocking now. Said he had a bunch of watches and his wife was making him get rid of some. Said it was used but it still had the screen sticker on it lol. Edit to add I bring pepper spray with me now per my fiancés request, people keep getting stabbed and killed in the woods around my parts.

Nnormal Kjerag 2 (24/18mm) and VJ Lightspeed (29/23mm) are my favorite shoes for technical trails (up to 21 km). For 42 km runs, I have used VJ Maxx2 (31/25mm) and Hoka Tecton X3 (40/35mm) for some extra cushion. The new Kjerag 2 is really good! I would probably have the Tomir as well in my rotation, if not for the 8mm drop ... (There is always VJ Ultra 3 (38/30mm), Mafate 5 (44/36mm), Mafate X (49/41mm), Rocket X Trail (50/44mm) for even more stack ... but good luck to your ankles if you wear those on technical trails ...)

Nnormal Kjerag 2, VJ Lightspeed. The latter has a plate, so a bit more control with the Kjerag.