New release shoes
FEBRUARY KIT
NEW RELEASE SHOES
Putting your next trainers through their paces
|| If you run on hilly or mountainous trail and want the ultimate protection on in the cold and wet, then yes – buy them! ||
ARC’TERYX Norvan Nivalis GTX
£180|arcteryx.com|TesterTina
The fit
I have a small and narrow foot and these were a great fit, with no tight areas or hot spots, and plenty of space in the forefoot for my toes to splay. The heel fits very securely, giving you confidence, and the bootie/gaiter upper is spot on. The lacing system enables you to pull the shoe over your foot for a tailored feel.
The comfort
These feel both solid and plush; there’s a strong toebox and heel counter, and a padded heel collar and tongue to embed your foot comfortably in the shoe. Also, a tab on the tongue makes these so easy to get on and off in mud or cold weather. The midsole was thick enough to absorb gravel and stones, so they offer solid protection too. Once you’ve adjusted your laces, you have a zip-up gaiter to restrict debris and offer another layer of protection; this was easy to use even with gloves on.