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The North Face Offtrail Ultra
The North Face
$190Score 93+20
Better than NNormal Kjerag 2 at:
- A higher overall score (93 vs 73)
- More cushioning (35 vs 26 mm heel stack)
NNormal Kjerag 2
€190
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
$190
Quick verdict
NNormal Kjerag 2
€190
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (85 g less)
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
$190
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (77 vs 73)
- More cushioning (36 vs 26 mm heel stack)
Spec profile
Each axis ranks against the 173 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
NNormal Kjerag 2· leads in 1
Lightness
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX· leads in 2
CushioningGrip
Tied
Affordability
Cushioning
26 mm36 mmTop 35%Lightness
214 gTop 2%299 gGrip
3.5 mm4 mmTop 50%Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm6 mmAffordability
$190$190
Technical Specifications
Compare features between NNormal Kjerag 2 vs Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
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Essentials
€190
$190
July 2025
2025
214 g
299 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Waterproof Max-Cushioned Trail Running Shoe
Technical and varied trails
wet, muddy and varied trails
Fast-paced trail training and technical trail racing
Long trail runs and ultras in rain, mud and cold
Cushioning
6 mm
6 mm
26 mm
36 mm
20 mm
30 mm
EExpure supercritical foam with dynamic rocker
PWRRUN PB foam underfoot framed by PWRRUN for responsive cushioning
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Maximum cushioning with dry feet in bad weather
Grip & protection
Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 3.5 mm lugs
Full-coverage Vibram® MegaGrip with 4 mm lugs
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Waterproof upper and supportive chassis
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Vibram® MegaGrip for wet, dry and uneven surfaces
Upper & fit
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GORE-TEX waterproof, breathable membrane
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PWRRUN+ cushioned sockliner
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Traditional lace closure with secure trail fit
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On the terrain
How NNormal Kjerag 2 vs Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX 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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NNormal Kjerag 2 | 61 | ||||||
| 57 |
FlatPacked, runnable trail
Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
NNormal Kjerag 280
- Cushioning20/40
- Lightness35/35
- Smooth roll25/25
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX72
- Cushioning33/40
- Lightness14/35
- Smooth roll25/25
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Which offers better value: NNormal Kjerag 2 vs Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX?
For value comparison: The NNormal Kjerag 2 ($190) provides premium features compared to the Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX ($190). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
Which is newer, the NNormal Kjerag 2 or the Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX?
Both came out in 2025.
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