
The North Face
Better than Icebug Järv RB9X at:
- A higher overall score (91 vs 69)
- A lighter option (62 g less)
- More cushioning (44 vs 29 mm heel stack)

Icebug Järv RB9X
€170
The better pick if you want:
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2
$170
The better pick if you want:
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
Icebug Järv RB9X· leads in 1
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Icebug Järv RB9X vs Merrell MTL Long Sky 2
How Icebug Järv RB9X vs Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 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 ground | Average | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | |||||||
| 72 |
Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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For value comparison: The Icebug Järv RB9X ($170) provides premium features compared to the Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 ($170). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Icebug Järv RB9X is newer: it came out in 2025, and the Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 in 2022.
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The North Face
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