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  1. Shoes
  2. Kiprun Kipclimb vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun Kipclimb vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun Kipclimb

Kiprun Kipclimb

£99.99
Nike Juniper Trail 3

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

Quick verdict

Kiprun Kipclimb

£99.99

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (77 vs 54)
  • A lighter option (18 g less)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 2.6 mm)

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $9.99 less
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
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 2

LightnessGrip

Nike Juniper Trail 3· leads in none

Tied

CushioningAffordability
  • Cushioning

    32 mm
    32 mm
  • Lightness

    305 g
    323 g
  • Grip

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

    6 mm
    10 mm
  • Affordability

    $100Top 9%
    $90Top 8%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun Kipclimb vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Kiprun Kipclimb£99.99Nike Juniper Trail 3$90

Essentials

£99.99
$90
2026
2024
305 g
323 g

Overview

Technical Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
technical mountain trails, steep climbs, rocks, roots and mud
Less technical trails and mixed terrain
Technical mountain trails up to 42 km
Trail running, hiking, light trail routes

Cushioning

6 mm
10 mm
32 mm
32 mm
26 mm
22 mm
SHIFTECH+™ foam with firm, stable cushioning
ComfiRide foam midsole for responsive, cushioned ride
Firm and stable for precise footing
Flexible midfoot and soft collar foam minimize distractions

Grip & protection

Kiprun rubber outsole with 5 mm deep lugs
Nike Trail All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber for improved grip
Reinforced rock guard and toe protection
Reinforced forefoot and rubber lugs for trail traction
5 mm deep lugs for rock, mud and steep inclines
All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber provides confident grip on varied surfaces

Upper & fit

All-over woven upper, highly durable
Durable woven mesh and mixed materials for comfort and support
Removable sockliner
Cushioned removable insole
Integrated elastic lace keeper on the tongue
Lace-up closure with secure midfoot band
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On the terrain

How Kiprun Kipclimb vs Nike Juniper Trail 3 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
Nike Juniper Trail 336

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
Nike Juniper Trail 357
  • Cushioning25/40
  • Lightness7/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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

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Video Reviews

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Kiprun Kipclimb

Nike Juniper Trail 3

Visual Comparison

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Kiprun Kipclimb
Nike Juniper Trail 3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Kiprun Kipclimb vs Nike Juniper Trail 3?

For value comparison: The Kiprun Kipclimb ($99.99) provides premium features compared to the Nike Juniper Trail 3 ($90). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kiprun Kipclimb or the Nike Juniper Trail 3?

The Kiprun Kipclimb is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Nike Juniper Trail 3 in 2024.

Looking for alternatives to Kiprun Kipclimb?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Kiprun Race Light
Kiprun Race Light

Kiprun

$100+$0.01Score 85+8

Better than Kiprun Kipclimb at:

  • A higher overall score (85 vs 77)
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
  • A lighter option (65 g less)
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2Joma 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)
Compare with Kiprun Kipclimb
3Joma 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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