For those familiar with the ultra-light and breathable running shoes from Canadian label Norda, the pivot towards an icy blue colour scheme is good news indeed.
As a brand dedicated to creating the world’s best trail running footwear, the 001 marks a new breakthrough: sporting the performance shoe industry’s first combination of Bio-based Dyneema uppers (a fabric that is posited as one of the world’s strongest) and a Vibram midsole/soleplate.
Perhaps the subtlest colour scheme in the 001 line, these ‘Cerulean’ trail runners are the epitome of form mixed with function: made in accordance with Norda’s “true sustainability is found in durability” philosophy.
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Accounting for one of running’s biggest unsung hassles (fraying laces), the 001 features a diamond weave of recycled polyester and Bio-based Dyneema. These sit atop flexible and abrasion-resistant pale blue uppers; 360° hi-vis reflectivity; a navy stripe signifying the internal gusset-lock system (a Norda trademark), and a grippy gum base.Â
Translation: Norda has managed to craft a trail shoe that, 99.9% of the time, is bound to last longer than your runs do.
