norda 005 Trail Running Shoes - The Lightest Trail Super Shoe Engineered for Race Days

The Women's norda 005 is the lightest, fastest, most stable super shoe ever crafted for trail runners. Engineered for race day performance on technical terrain, the 005 redefines trail super shoe standards with pure Arnitel® TPEE midsole, Vibram® Megagrip Elite rubber, and Bio-Dyneema® upper weighing just 214g. Built for race days — plural.

We recommend going up 1/2 size (US) from your normal size.

Pure Arnitel® TPEE Midsole for Maximum Energy Return

The entirely pure Arnitel® (TPEE) midsole offers maximum energy return with every step without compromising stability. Unlike road super shoe technology simply applied to trail, this highly responsive compound caters specifically to race day trail demands. The midsole propels the 005 into performance territory entirely its own whilst remaining incredibly lightweight and durable. 7mm drop with 28.5mm heel, 21.5mm forefoot stack.

Lightest Trail Super Shoe at 214g

At 214g, the 005 is the lightest super shoe ever crafted for trail running. Through obsessive iteration, weight was reduced in every possible area without sacrificing performance or durability. Open mesh Bio-Dyneema® and recycled upper is impossibly strong and featherlight. The weave pattern allows maximum breathability and rapid water drainage.

Engineered for Race Days — Plural

Whilst most super shoes target single race day use, the 005 is engineered for race days — plural. The combined use of advanced materials and compounds allows sustained super shoe performance over unparalleled mileage through all terrain and conditions. Vibram® Megagrip Elite rubber represents the world's first release of this race day compound—the grippiest and lightest formulation ever created by Vibram®.

005 Fit-Lock System with Dual Insole Options

New interior foot binding technology engaged via laces ensures unwavering stability. Minimal heel collar features substantial interior pods for lockdown and minimal debris entry. Perforated microsuede tongue moulds to the foot allowing heat to escape during high-intensity efforts. Includes two insoles: moulded insole already fitted plus lighter die-cut insole for shaving additional weight on race day. Reflective piping along upper adds hi-vis, increasing visibility when necessary.

Key Features:

- Pure Arnitel® (TPEE) midsole

- Vibram® Megagrip Elite rubber (world's first release)

- Open mesh Bio-Dyneema® upper with recycled materials

- 005 Fit-Lock System for unwavering stability

- Dual insole options (moulded + die-cut)

- Perforated microsuede tongue

- Maximum breathability and rapid water drainage

- Reflective piping for visibility

- Engineered for multiple race days

Best For:

- Trail racing

- Ultra racing

- Technical terrain

- Fast-paced trail running

- Race day performance

- Competitive trail runners

- Multiple race build-up

Is the norda 005 Right for You?

Built for competitive trail runners wanting the lightest super shoe engineered specifically for racing technical terrain across multiple events. At 214g, this is the lightest trail super shoe ever whilst maintaining durability for race days plural. The pure Arnitel® TPEE midsole delivers maximum energy return without compromising stability—unlike road technology simply transferred to trails. Vibram® Megagrip Elite provides the grippiest race day compound ever created. The Bio-Dyneema® upper drains water rapidly whilst the 005 Fit-Lock System ensures stability through technical descents. Dual insole options let you optimise weight on race day. We recommend going up 1/2 size from normal. If you're racing trails competitively and want super shoe performance built for the specific demands of technical terrain, the 005 delivers uncompromised speed, lightness, and durability.