Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

$199

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

£199.99

Quick verdict

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

$199

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (97 vs 91)

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

£199.99

The better pick if you want:

A lighter option (30 g less)

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

Kailas Fuga Ex 330· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Kiprun Kipsummit Race· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
39 mmTop 13%
38 mmTop 28%
Lightness
285 gTop 46%
255 gTop 13%
Grip
6 mmTop 3%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$199
$200

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (17)

Essentials

$199

£199.99

2025

February 2026

285 g

255 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Carbon-Plated Trail Racing Shoe

Mixed terrain, ultra-long distance

runnable mountain trails, rocky and technical race courses

Ultra-distance trail running, long mixed terrain runs

Trail races and fast mountain ultras from 40 to 170 km

Cushioning

5 mm

6 mm

39 mm

37.5 mm

34 mm

31.5 mm

Supercritical foam midsole for enhanced cushioning and rebound (≈21% thicker, 23% more rebound vs prior gen)

Supercritical 100% ATPU foam with patented carbon plate

High-airflow mesh and supercritical foam for long-distance cushioning

Plush yet propulsive cushioning for long efforts

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug and Litebase technology for strong grip and lightweight performance

Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 4 mm Traction Lugs

Ergonomic design with mud-draining channels

Carbon plate and anti-torsion elements

Dual-depth 4/6 mm lugs for precise traction on varied terrain

4 mm Vibram® Megagrip Litebase Traction Lugs

Upper & fit

XDiMESH multidimensional engineered mesh for increased breathability and durability

Patented lightweight, breathable sock-like upper that keeps debris out

Breathable anti-bacterial lining

Removable sockliner

AWS 3.0 two-section lace tightening system for secure fit

Sock-like bootie with lace keeper on the tongue

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On the terrain

How Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race 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
Kailas Fuga Ex 330							75
Kiprun Kipsummit Race							62

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kailas Fuga Ex 33064

Cushioning38/40
Lightness18/35
Smooth roll8/25

Kiprun Kipsummit Race86

Cushioning35/40
Lightness26/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Visual Comparison

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Which offers better value: Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race?

For value comparison: The Kailas Fuga Ex 330 ($199) offers better affordability compared to the Kiprun Kipsummit Race ($199.99). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kailas Fuga Ex 330 or the Kiprun Kipsummit Race?

The Kiprun Kipsummit Race is newer: it came out in February 2026, and the Kailas Fuga Ex 330 in 2025.

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Shoes

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

Kailas Fuga Ex 330· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Kiprun Kipsummit Race· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
39 mmTop 13%
38 mmTop 28%
Lightness
285 gTop 46%
255 gTop 13%
Grip
6 mmTop 3%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$199
$200

Pick a ground

Average

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Quick verdict

Spec profile