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Norda and Black Diamond's 000 shoe combines design and materials for trail running. Weighing 10.3 oz. for men and 8.9 oz. for women, it features a 5mm drop and Vibram soles. Alex, a trail runner, found it ideal for technical terrain.
Taylor, another reviewer, noted the shoe's durability and weather resistance. The seamless Dyneema upper and Vibram soles provide stability and traction. However, it took time to break in and had some fit issues. Read more gear coverage.
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What should runners know about Norda x Black Diamond 000: Trail Running Shoe Review?
Norda and Black Diamond collaborate on a shoe praised for durability and performance. Norda and Black Diamond's 000 shoe combines design and materials for trail running. Weighing 10.3 oz. for men and 8.9 oz. for women, it features a 5mm drop and Vibram soles. Alex, a trail runner, found it ideal for technical terrain.
When did Runner World publish this gear brief?
Runner World published this brief on September 17, 2026. The underlying Believe in the Run report was dated September 17, 2026.
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This summary is based on reporting from Believe in the Run. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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