Craft Nordlite Tempo

Craft · Road · Performance & Tempo

Overall Score: 84/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: Not specified g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: Not specified mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: $210 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • RoadTrailRun : 85.6 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable performance & tempo option, the Craft Nordlite Tempo handles pace changes effortlessly thanks to a locked-in midfoot wrap and a balanced build build. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for performance & tempo training. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 85.5 / 100 — « In Craft's performance & tempo lineup, the Nordlite Tempo strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (a balanced build, a smooth rocker geometry). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for performance & tempo training. »
  • Believe in the Run : 84.3 / 100 — « Across our performance & tempo testing on road, the Craft Nordlite Tempo hits the sweet spot for performance & tempo miles with a dialed-in upper fit and a smooth rocker geometry. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for performance & tempo training. »

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