I am trying to figure out the best fit for NNormal Kjerag. I prefer a reasonably tight fit that is good on a steep terrain. I wear size 45.5 (US 12) in most La Sportiva shoes, although with some La Sportivas I had to size up to 46 (e.g. Karacal). I wear size 46 (US 12) in Dynafit. I wear size 11.5 (EU 46) in Hoka, and that is usually fairly spacious, good for longer ultra distances. I wear size 11 or 11.5 in Salomon depending on the model. For example it is 11 for S-lab Ultra 3 but 11.5 for S-lab Pulsar. I'd say that Salomon 11 feels a bit on the tight side and 11.5 feels a bit on the large size.
What NNormal Kjerag size would you recommend? I would want these shoes to be comfortable for 50k to 100k distances. All examples given above are reasonably comfortable for 50k but perhaps would be too tight for 100k (with the exception of Hoka).
I asked a few other people and they mentioned that Kjerag was true to size, but the suggestion above on this site is to go half size down.
NNormal Kjerag Shoe
We don't know how to properly pronounce "Kjerag" either, we just know it stands for one of the fastest-feeling shoes on the planet. When super-human Kilian Jornet set out to create NNormal's Kjerag race shoe, we knew it was going to be epic. Everything in this guy's life is about going fast, we can only assume he has racked up plenty of speeding tickets all over Europe. An obsession with trail running has now turned into a passion for footwear and we are all the lucky recipients of his hard-earned knowledge. NNormal's Kjerag shoe is a lightweight yet durable option for anyone who wants to tackle trails around the neighborhood or around the world. Speaking of this beautiful world, NNormal is committed to minimizing its impact throughout the process of making its products. High-quality materials abound starting with the Matryx upper that is part Kevlar for abrasion resistance and high durability. The undercarriage features a Vibram Megagrip outsole that uses Vibram's Litebase material to significantly drop some weight. An EExpure midsole is the real gem here, maximizing protection, cushion, and rebound all in one material. From a VK to a 10k day, NNormal's Kjerag might just replace your entire closet of shoes.
- Vibram Megagrip outsole with Litebase construction gives traction in all directions in a lightweight package.
- Matryx upper is highly abrasion resistant to keep you in these shoes for a very long time.
- EExpure midsole offers cushion and protection and may even help prevent blisters.
- NNormal is committed to minimizing its impact on our environment by selecting materials and processes that support this goal.
- The Kjerag does not come with insoles.
SkyRun Fit Tip - We suggest sizing down in the Kjerag by one-half US size for the proper fit.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
244g [10.0] |
| Weight (pair) | 488g [10.0] |
| Fit | Medium Volume |
| Last | Medium / Wide |
| Drop | 6mm |
| Stack Height | 23.5mm |
| Cushion | Medium |
| Protection | Medium |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
| Lacing System | Traditional |
| SkyRun Says | |
| Usage | Race day, ultra-marathons, distance training |
| Notes | Highly durable for a race shoe |
| Bottom Line | Lightweight option for race day in any terrain |
| Compare to other Race Shoes | |
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Questions & Reviews
11/22/2022
11/23/2022
Hi Stanislav,
I recommend sizing the same as your La Sportiva Euro size for a distance shoe fit. I wear a 44 La Sportiva Mutant as my distance shoe and found that the Kjerag fit similarly.
I recommend sizing the same as your La Sportiva Euro size for a distance shoe fit. I wear a 44 La Sportiva Mutant as my distance shoe and found that the Kjerag fit similarly.
12/3/2022
Hello, similar to the question above, most videos seem to mention half-size down? I run in 8.5 La Sportiva Karacal. What size should I go for? Thanks
12/3/2022
Hi Manavpreet, if you're thinking in US sizes, you will want a half-size smaller. If you're used to Euro sizing, you can keep it the same.
12/3/2022
Thank you, yes I have a 8.5 US Karacal, I will go ahead with 8 US on this one.
12/11/2022
Thank you for the answer, Riley! I could try matching my La Sportiva size. However I wear 45.5 in La Sportiva, which is already on the tight side, and Kjerag only comes in 45 1/3. I guess I need to try it on before buying.
12/12/2022
Thank you. FYI I had to go down one complete size between la sportiva and this one but it works great now.
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