Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Kiprun · Trail · Trail Racing

Overall Score: 88/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 255 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: €290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (255 g) that stays effortless over long miles
  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Running Shoes Guru : 89.1 / 100 — « Pairing Kiprun's Kiprun proprietary foam platform with a 6 mm drop, the Kipsummit Race strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (255 g, a 6 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail racing training. »
  • Solereview : 89.2 / 100 — « In Kiprun's trail racing lineup, the Kipsummit Race shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (255 g, a 6 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €290. »
  • RunMag : 86.3 / 100 — « Pairing Kiprun's Kiprun proprietary foam platform with a 6 mm drop, the Kipsummit Race delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Kiprun proprietary foam midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €290. »

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