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  2. Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 vs NNormal Tomir 2

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 vs NNormal Tomir 2

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

$170
NNormal Tomir 2

NNormal Tomir 2

€170

Quick verdict

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

$170

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (29 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 85)
  • More cushioning (33 vs 23.5 mm heel stack)
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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

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2· leads in 1

Lightness

NNormal Tomir 2· leads in 1

Cushioning

Tied

GripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    24 mm
    33 mm
  • Lightness

    235 gTop 7%
    264 gTop 20%
  • Grip

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

    4 mm
    8 mm
  • Affordability

    $170
    $170

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 vs NNormal Tomir 2

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2$170NNormal Tomir 2€170

Essentials

$170
€170
2022
2024
235 g
264 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails
Rugged and technical trails
Trail running on varied and technical terrain
Technical trail running and rugged terrain running

Cushioning

4 mm
8 mm
23.5 mm
33 mm
19.5 mm
25 mm
FloatPro™ foam for lightweight durable cushioning
EExpure supercritical foam

Grip & protection

Vibram® MegaGrip high performance rubber with 5 mm lugs
Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 5 mm lugs

Upper & fit

ETPU high rebound foam footbed
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On the terrain

How Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 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 groundAverage
Merrell MTL Long Sky 272
NNormal Tomir 269

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Merrell MTL Long Sky 268
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness31/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
NNormal Tomir 267
  • Cushioning27/40
  • Lightness23/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

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: Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 vs NNormal Tomir 2?

For value comparison: The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 ($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 Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 or the NNormal Tomir 2?

The NNormal Tomir 2 is newer: it came out in 2024, and the Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 in 2022.

Looking for alternatives to Merrell MTL Long Sky 2?

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1The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2

The North Face

$170Score 91+6

Better than Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 at:

  • A higher overall score (91 vs 85)
  • More cushioning (44 vs 23.5 mm heel stack)
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2INOV-8 TrailFly Max
INOV-8 TrailFly Max

INOV-8

$170Score 81−4

Better than Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 at:

  • More cushioning (35 vs 23.5 mm heel stack)
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3La Sportiva Prodigio 2
La Sportiva Prodigio 2

La Sportiva

$170Score 78−7

Better than Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 at:

  • More cushioning (33 vs 23.5 mm heel stack)
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