Norda 055 - Thistle - Men

The norda 055 combines race day grade resilience and responsiveness with a build that’s designed to tackle the world’s most technical terrain. Its one-piece knit “sock” collar a first for norda footwear supplies a “second skin” fit to keep trail detritus out and the wearer’s foot locked in place, while a bespoke Arnitel® midsole ensures benchmark rebound and
stable mechanical properties across all conditions and climates.

Drop / Stack
6mm / Heel: 36mm, Forefoot: 30mm (31mm/25mm midsole + 5mm insole)

Weight
214g / 7.5 oz (US M 8.5)
177g / 6.2 oz (US W 8)

Cushioning
Reactive and energetic

Lug Depth
4mm

Reflective Linework- 360-degree reflective detailing for visibility from all angles, with design language that nods to both the 001A and 005.

Seamless Knit Collar- A seamless one-piece knit collar with no hot spots or weak points. Supplies a “second skin” fit that keeps out dirt anddebris while increasing lockdown and comfort.

Laces- Made with Dyneema® for 4x the strength of  standard laces, greater abrasion resistance, and improved stretch. Slimmed from 5mm to 4mm to reduce weight.

Upper- Made of bio-circular woven Dyneema® combined with nylon. Impossibly strong and featherlight, with a weave pattern that allows for maximum breathability and rapid water drainage.

Soleplate- A proprietary norda x Vibram® Megagrip EliteTM outsole with linework inspired by the topography of Quebec, rear and front lips for increased durability, and 5mm lugs for superior grip.

Midsole- Crafted from pure Arnitel® TPEE, allowing for best-in-class resiliency ratings, exceptional responsiveness and standout durability, all while remaining incredibly lightweight.