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  1. Shoes
  2. Kiprun Kipclimb vs Kiprun Race Light

Kiprun Kipclimb vs Kiprun Race Light

Kiprun Kipclimb

Kiprun Kipclimb

£99.99
Kiprun Race Light

Kiprun Race Light

£100

Quick verdict

Kiprun Kipclimb

£99.99

The better pick if you want:

  • More cushioning (32 vs 18 mm heel stack)

Kiprun Race Light

£100

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (85 vs 77)
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
  • A lighter option (65 g less)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)
SpecsReview8Alternatives5

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

Kiprun Kipclimb· leads in 1

Cushioning

Kiprun Race Light· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

GripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    32 mm
    18 mm
  • Lightness

    305 g
    240 gTop 8%
  • Grip

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

    6 mm
    4 mm
  • Affordability

    $100Top 9%
    $100Top 10%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun Kipclimb vs Kiprun Race Light

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Kiprun Kipclimb£99.99Kiprun Race Light£100

Essentials

£99.99
£100
2026
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305 g
240 g

Overview

Technical Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Competition Shoe
technical mountain trails, steep climbs, rocks, roots and mud
technical and mixed trails, climbs and descents
Technical mountain trails up to 42 km
Competitive trail running, fast trail workouts, intervals, races up to 40 km

Cushioning

6 mm
4 mm
32 mm
18 mm
26 mm
14 mm
SHIFTECH+™ foam with firm, stable cushioning
EVA light midsole for cushioning with UP'BAR Pebax propulsion plate for energy return
Firm and stable for precise footing
Lightweight, breathable, and precise fit for short to medium distance competition

Grip & protection

Kiprun rubber outsole with 5 mm deep lugs
Rubber with 5 mm multi-directional lugs for traction on all types of terrain
Reinforced rock guard and toe protection
Cushioned midsole protects muscles and joints during competitive trail runs
5 mm deep lugs for rock, mud and steep inclines
Aggressive 5 mm lugs with multi-directional pattern for grip on climbs and descents

Upper & fit

All-over woven upper, highly durable
MATRYX® high-tenacity polyester with aramid reinforcement; lightweight, breathable, and durable
Removable sockliner
Ergonomic insole for comfort and precision fit
Integrated elastic lace keeper on the tongue
Snug fit for slim feet with bottom lace pocket to secure laces
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On the terrain

How Kiprun Kipclimb vs Kiprun Race Light 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
Kiprun Kipclimb59
Kiprun Race Light66

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kiprun Kipclimb54
  • Cushioning25/40
  • Lightness12/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
Kiprun Race Light67
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness30/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

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

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Video Reviews

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Visual Comparison

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Which offers better value: Kiprun Kipclimb vs Kiprun Race Light?

For value comparison: The Kiprun Kipclimb ($99.99) offers better affordability compared to the Kiprun Race Light ($100). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Looking for alternatives to Kiprun Kipclimb?

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1Joma Sima
Joma Sima

Joma

$96−$3.99Score 77

Better than Kiprun Kipclimb at:

  • To spend $3.99 less
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
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2Joma Rase
Joma Rase

Joma

$106+$6.01Score 73−4

Better than Kiprun Kipclimb at:

  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
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3NNormal Kjerag 1
NNormal Kjerag 1

NNormal

$109+$9.01Score 72−5

Better than Kiprun Kipclimb at:

  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
  • A lighter option (105 g less)
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