La Sportiva VK Boa vs NNormal Tomir 2

La Sportiva VK Boa

$170

NNormal Tomir 2

€170

Quick verdict

La Sportiva VK Boa

$170

The better pick if you want:

A lighter option (84 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)

NNormal Tomir 2

€170

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (90 vs 72)
More cushioning (33 vs 15 mm heel stack)

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

La Sportiva VK Boa· leads in 1

Lightness

NNormal Tomir 2· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
15 mm
33 mm
Lightness
180 gTop 1%
264 gTop 20%
Grip
3.5 mm
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$170
$170

Technical Specifications

Compare features between La Sportiva VK Boa vs NNormal Tomir 2

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (15)

Essentials

$170

€170

2020

2024

180 g

264 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

steep uphill trails, vertical kilometer racing

Rugged and technical trails

Vertical Kilometer races and uphill trail competitions

Technical trail running and rugged terrain running

Cushioning

4 mm

8 mm

15 mm

33 mm

11 mm

25 mm

High‑density compression EVA with rock‑guard insert

EExpure supercritical foam

3D Heel design for fit and comfort

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Grip & protection

FriXion® White Mix compound with minimal tread

Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 5 mm lugs

Lightweight TPU toe cap

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FriXion® White compound lugs placed only where needed

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Upper & fit

Bi‑elastic mesh with Sock‑Like™ construction for freedom of movement

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Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running® ergonomic insole

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BOA® Fit rapid closure system

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On the terrain

How La Sportiva VK Boa vs NNormal Tomir 2 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
La Sportiva VK Boa							58
NNormal Tomir 2							69

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

La Sportiva VK Boa80

Cushioning20/40
Lightness35/35
Smooth roll25/25

NNormal Tomir 267

Cushioning27/40
Lightness23/35
Smooth roll17/25

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La Sportiva VK Boa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: La Sportiva VK Boa vs NNormal Tomir 2?

For value comparison: The La Sportiva VK Boa ($170) provides premium features compared to the NNormal Tomir 2 ($170). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the La Sportiva VK Boa or the NNormal Tomir 2?

The NNormal Tomir 2 is newer: it came out in 2024, and the La Sportiva VK Boa in 2020.

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The North Face Altamesa 500 v2

The North Face

$170Score 91+19

Better than La Sportiva VK Boa at:

A higher overall score (91 vs 72)
More cushioning (44 vs 15 mm heel stack)
Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.5 mm)

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Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

Merrell

$170Score 85+13

Better than La Sportiva VK Boa at:

A higher overall score (85 vs 72)
More cushioning (23.5 vs 15 mm heel stack)
Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 3.5 mm)

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INOV-8 TrailFly Max

INOV-8

$170Score 81+9

Better than La Sportiva VK Boa at:

A higher overall score (81 vs 72)
More cushioning (35 vs 15 mm heel stack)

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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

La Sportiva VK Boa· leads in 1

Lightness

NNormal Tomir 2· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
15 mm
33 mm
Lightness
180 gTop 1%
264 gTop 20%
Grip
3.5 mm
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$170
$170

Pick a ground

Average

La Sportiva VK Boa

NNormal Tomir 2

La Sportiva VK Boa vs NNormal Tomir 2

La Sportiva VK Boa

NNormal Tomir 2

Quick verdict

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