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001A Calcite Cinder Black White Gum Stealth Black Loam Calcite Pewter

Size (US)

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

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

001ACalcite

The 001A is engineered with the lightest and strongest materials for mindless comfort on mindful pursuits. Optimally-cushioned ultra distance shoe equipped with a proprietary Arnitel® TPEE midsole that demonstrates benchmark resiliency, strength and mechanical property retention, along with the world’s first seamless Dyneema® upper and an exclusive Vibram® soleplate for unparalleled performance and durability.

Our shoes run small. Please take a half size up.

Upper - Woven with bio-based Dyneema® for the highest performance, abrasion resistance and the lightest footprint.
Laces - Diamond design pattern with bio-based Dyneema® and recycled polyester.
Hi-Vis Reflective - Front to rear for 360° visibility.
norda™ Lock System - Ultra light and comfortable sock, gusset construction for the ultimate fit.
Insole - Custom designed eTPU for the highest possible energy absorption and return.
Midsole - Proprietary norda™ x Arnitel® TPEE blend
Soleplate - norda™ x Vibram® exclusive sole with Litebase® and Megagrip®. 5mm lugs.

Weight (Women's size US 8): 232g / 8.18 ounces approx. with eTPU insole.
Weight (Men's size US 8.5): 268g / 9.45 ounces approx. with eTPU insole.
Drop / Stack: 5.0mm approx. foot position / Heel: 26mm, Forefoot: 21mm.

Our sustainability mission is to get the best performance out of the world’s best materials while leaving the lightest footprint possible. See link to our Sustainability section in the FAQ.

Canada - Free standard shipping on orders over $200 with free returns. Express shipping available regionally.
USA - Free standard shipping on orders over $200 with free returns. 
For other regions - Please visit our Shipping Policy & Refund & Return Policy.
Contact us at customerservice@nordarun.com.

Customer Reviews

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Matt
Bought a pair before. LOVE IT

Bought a pair before , love it so much. Second pair now.

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Anonymous
Excellente

Excellente chaussure

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Zoé
Mes chaussures préférées!

Mes chaussures préférées, elles sont très durables et valent leur petit pesant d'or . Elles accompagnent mes courses depuis deux ans . Ma dernière paire a survécu à 2800 km de trail !
Le service à la clientèle Norda est hors du commun et compréhensif

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Anonymous
good

good

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Shane
My wife loves these shoes!

My wife loves these shoes! Came back from first run and declared them best ever for comfort on the road.

INNOVATION

Bespoke Arnitel® Midsole

Engineered with a custom Arnitel® TPEE (Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer) blend for exemplary energy return, support and durability.

Bio-circular Dyneema® Upper

The entire norda™ 001A upper is seamlessly constructed with bio-circular Dyneema® — the world’s strongest and lightest fibre™ — to deliver the best possible performance, with the lowest environmental footprint . Bio-based Dyneema® fibre mass balance approach, sustainably sourced. Bluesign® approved material; ISCC certified.

norda x Dyneema® Laces

Diamond designed norda™ laces made with bio-circular Dyneema®, provide 4x the strength of a standard lace, and higher abrasion resistance. 100% recycled.

norda x Vibram® Sole Plate

Inspired by the rock formation of the Canadian Shield. Vibram® Litebase® technology conserves energy and enhances your performance with a 30% reduction in overall sole weight. Vibram® Mega Grip® rubber delivers superior durability, traction and the strongest grip on both wet and dry surfaces.

norda™ Lock System

Ultra light and comfortable sock gusset construction to eliminate tongue slippage and enhance fit.

Compare our products

001A
001A
Highlights

Optimally-cushoned ultra distance shoe with an all-new Arnitel® midsole

Upper

Seamless Dyneema® upper
The world's lightest and strongest fiber

Weight

268g / 9.45 ounces
with eTPU insole 
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

5.0mm 
Heel: 26mm 
Forefoot: 21mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole
Bespoke Arnitel® Midsole
Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
No padding for uniquely adaptable heel lockdown
Laces

Diamond pattern shoelaces
Dyneema® and recycled polyester 

Additional features

Dynamic lace-lock system
Hi-vis reflectivity for 360° visibility

001 G+ Spike 001A G+ 002 003 003 G+ 005 008
Highlights

Cold weather ultra distance shoe with carbide steel spikes

Upper
Seamless Bio-Dyneema® upper The world's lightest and strongest fiber
Weight

268g / 9.45 ounces
with eTPU insole 
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

5.0mm 
Heel: 26mm 
Forefoot: 21mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole

Vibram SLE Foam

Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
No padding for uniquely adaptable heel lockdown
Laces

Diamond pattern shoelaces
Bio-Dyneema® and recycled polyester 

Additional features

G+® graphene membrane for increased thermoregulation and water resistant to 10,000mm
20 permanently-embedded carbide steel spikes for unparalleled winter traction
Dynamic lace-lock system
Hi-vis reflectivity for 360° visibility 

Highlights

Thermoregulating & water resistant ultra distance shoe

Upper

Seamless Dyneema® upper
The world's lightest and strongest fiber

Weight

268g / 9.45 ounces
with eTPU insole 
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

5.0mm 
Heel: 26mm 
Forefoot: 21mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole
Bespoke Arnitel® Midsole
Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
No padding for uniquely adaptable heel lockdown
Laces

Diamond pattern shoelaces
Dyneema® and recycled polyester 

Additional features

Dynamic lace-lock system
Hi-vis reflectivity for 360° visibility

Highlights

Lower stack height for increased ground feel

Upper
Seamless Dyneema® upper The world's lightest and strongest fiber
Weight

249g / 8.78 ounces
with eTPU insole 
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

4.0mm 
Heel: 19mm 
Forefoot: 15mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole

Pyramidal midsole geometry

Vibram SLE Foam

Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
Padded heel collar for precise fit
Laces

Diamond pattern shoelaces
Dyneema® and recycled polyester 

Additional features

Padded heel collar

Dynamic lace-lock system

Hi-vis reflectivity for 360° visibility

Highlights

Laceless approach shoe for all conditions

Upper

Seamless Dyneema® upper
The world's lightest and strongest fiber

Weight

275g / 9.70 ounces
with eTPU insole 
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

5.0mm 
Heel: 26mm 
Forefoot: 21mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole
Vibram SLE Foam
Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
Padded heel collar for precise fit
Laces
Laceless proprietary elasticized Dyneema®
Additional features

Seamless Dyneema® upper with elasticized Dyneema® fit system for a secure fit

Highlights

Thermoregulating & water resistant approach shoe

Upper

Seamless Dyneema® upper
The world's lightest and strongest fiber

Weight

275g / 9.70 ounces
with eTPU insole
(Men's size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

5.0mm
Heel: 26mm
Forefoot: 21mm

Outsole

5.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram Litebase Megagrip Soleplate

Midsole
Vibram SLE Foam
Insole

5.0mm
Custom designed eTPU

Fit
Padded heel collar for precise fit
Laces
Laceless proprietary elasticized Dyneema®
Additional features
Seamless Bio-Dyneema® upper with elasticized Bio-Dyneema® fit system for a secure fit
Highlights

The lightest and fastest super shoe ever crafted for trail runners

Upper

Open weave Bio-Dyneema®

Increased breathability and water drainage

Weight

214g / 7.5 ounces
with TPEE insole
(Men’s size US 8.5)

Drop Stack

7.0mm 
Heel: 28.5mm 
Forefoot: 21.5mm

Outsole

4.0mm lugs
Exclusive Vibram® Megagrip Elite Soleplate

Midsole
Arnitel® TPEE Foam
Insole

3.0mm
Two insoles - one molded, one die cut for ultimate weight reduction

Fit
No padding for uniquely adaptable heel lockdown with pods for minimal debris entry
Laces

4.0mm Diamond pattern shoelaces
Bio-Dyneema® and recycled polyester

Additional features

005 fit-lock system
Hi-vis reflectivity for 360° visibility

Highlights

Premium recovery engineered for trail runners

Upper
Weight
Drop Stack
Outsole
Midsole
Insole
Fit
Laces
Additional features
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Shop with confidence with 14 days free returns or exchanges in North America

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Cut by lasers, sewn by hand, using only the finest materials