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$200+$0.01Score 91
Better than Kiprun Kipsummit Race at:
- A lighter option (25 g less)
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Kiprun Kipsummit Race
£199.99
The better pick if you want:
Merrell MTL Adapt
$200
The better pick if you want:
No clear advantage on the specs we track.
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 Kipsummit Race· leads in 2
Merrell MTL Adapt· leads in none
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Kiprun Kipsummit Race vs Merrell MTL Adapt
How Kiprun Kipsummit Race vs Merrell MTL Adapt 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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiprun Kipsummit Race | 62 | ||||||
| Merrell MTL Adapt | 58 |
Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
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For value comparison: The Kiprun Kipsummit Race ($199.99) offers better affordability compared to the Merrell MTL Adapt ($200). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Kiprun Kipsummit Race is newer: it came out in February 2026, and the Merrell MTL Adapt in 2025.
Closest in price, with what each one does better.
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Better than Kiprun Kipsummit Race at:
Merrell
Better than Kiprun Kipsummit Race at:
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