Kiprun Race Ultra 2 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut

Kiprun Race Ultra 2

£149.99

NNormal Kjerag Brut

€200

Quick verdict

Kiprun Race Ultra 2

£149.99

The better pick if you want:

To spend $50.01 less

NNormal Kjerag Brut

€200

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (91 vs 88)
A lighter option (50 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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 Race Ultra 2· leads in 1

Affordability

NNormal Kjerag Brut· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Cushioning
No data
29 mm
Lightness
280 gTop 39%
230 gTop 5%
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
6.5 mmTop 2%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$150Top 32%
$200

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun Race Ultra 2 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (16)

Essentials

£149.99

€200

October 2025

2025

280 g

230 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

technical and alpine trails, mixed dry, rocky, and muddy terrain

Technical and muddy trails

Ultra-distance trail running, technical terrain, long training sessions, and competitive ultra trail races

Technical trail running, muddy and variable conditions

Cushioning

8 mm

6 mm

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28.5 mm

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22.5 mm

SCF foam providing 38% more cushioning and 10% more propulsion than previous version

EExpure foam with Strobel EVA layer

Enhanced cushioning and breathable upper for long-distance comfort

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Grip & protection

Rubber with 5 mm lugs for grip on all-terrain surfaces

Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 6.5 mm lugs

Cushioned midsole protects muscles and joints during long-distance running

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5 mm lugs with grippy rubber compound for secure footing on steep and muddy trails

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Upper & fit

MATRYX® EVO woven material, light, breathable, and abrasion-resistant

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Standard ergonomic insole for comfort during ultra-distance runs

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Knitted collar with quick-lace system for snug fit and optimal control

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On the terrain

How Kiprun Race Ultra 2 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut 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 Race Ultra 2							62
NNormal Kjerag Brut							82

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kiprun Race Ultra 258

Cushioning22/40
Lightness19/35
Smooth roll17/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, assumed average.

NNormal Kjerag Brut56

Cushioning20/40
Lightness32/35
Smooth roll4/25

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

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Kiprun Race Ultra 2 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut?

For value comparison: The Kiprun Race Ultra 2 ($149.99) offers better affordability compared to the NNormal Kjerag Brut ($200). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kiprun Race Ultra 2 or the NNormal Kjerag Brut?

Both came out in 2025.

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$149.99Score 78−10

Better than Kiprun Race Ultra 2 at:

A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)

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Hoka Challenger 8

Hoka

$150+$0.01Score 93+5

Better than Kiprun Race Ultra 2 at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 88)
A lighter option (5 g less)

Compare with Kiprun Race Ultra 2

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon

$150+$0.01Score 90+2

Better than Kiprun Race Ultra 2 at:

A lighter option (5 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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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

Kiprun Race Ultra 2· leads in 1

Affordability

NNormal Kjerag Brut· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Cushioning
No data
29 mm
Lightness
280 gTop 39%
230 gTop 5%
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
6.5 mmTop 2%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$150Top 32%
$200

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Pick a ground

Average

Kiprun Race Ultra 2

NNormal Kjerag Brut

Kiprun Race Ultra 2 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut

Kiprun Race Ultra 2

NNormal Kjerag Brut

Quick verdict

Spec profile