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  2. Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs NNormal Kjerag 1

Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs NNormal Kjerag 1

Hoka Speedgoat 6

Hoka Speedgoat 6

€112
NNormal Kjerag 1

NNormal Kjerag 1

€109

Quick verdict

Hoka Speedgoat 6

€112

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (98 vs 72)
  • More cushioning (40 vs 23.7 mm heel stack)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 3.5 mm)

NNormal Kjerag 1

€109

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $3 less
  • A lighter option (78 g less)
SpecsReview10Alternatives5

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Hoka Speedgoat 6· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

NNormal Kjerag 1· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    40 mmTop 9%
    24 mm
  • Lightness

    278 gTop 36%
    200 gTop 1%
  • Grip

    5 mmTop 13%
    3.5 mm
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $112Top 15%
    $109Top 11%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs NNormal Kjerag 1

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Speedgoat 6€112NNormal Kjerag 1€109

Essentials

€112
€109
2024
2022
278 g
200 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails, mixed off-road terrain
Technical and varied trails
Technical and long-distance trail running
Fast technical trail running, skyraces, ultras, and varied off-road adventures

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
40 mm
23.7 mm
35 mm
17.5 mm
Lightweight responsive CMEVA foam
EExpure supercritical foam
Breathable and plush dual-gusset tongue
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Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with 5 mm Traction Lugs
Vibram® Megagrip with Vibram® Litebase reduced weight
Reinforced toe cap
—
5 mm multi-directional lugs
—

Upper & fit

Breathable woven mesh with dynamic vamp
—
Traditional laces, gusseted tongue and internal chassis
—
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On the terrain

How Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs NNormal Kjerag 1 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a groundAverage
Hoka Speedgoat 667
NNormal Kjerag 161

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Hoka Speedgoat 676
  • Cushioning40/40
  • Lightness19/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
NNormal Kjerag 180
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness35/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Hoka Speedgoat 6

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs NNormal Kjerag 1?

For value comparison: The Hoka Speedgoat 6 ($112) provides premium features compared to the NNormal Kjerag 1 ($109). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Speedgoat 6 or the NNormal Kjerag 1?

The Hoka Speedgoat 6 is newer: it came out in 2024, and the NNormal Kjerag 1 in 2022.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Speedgoat 6?

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1Puma Electrify Nitro 4
Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Puma

$110−$2Score 80−18

Better than Hoka Speedgoat 6 at:

  • To spend $2 less
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2Brooks Divide 6
Brooks Divide 6

Brooks

$110−$2Score 72−26

Better than Hoka Speedgoat 6 at:

  • To spend $2 less
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3Merrell Morphlite
Merrell Morphlite

Merrell

$110−$2Score 70−28

Better than Hoka Speedgoat 6 at:

  • To spend $2 less
  • A lighter option (63 g less)
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