Nike Kiger 10
Nike · Trail · Trail & Montagne
Overall Score: 78/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 261 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 3.7 mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: Nike React
- Official Retail MSRP: €180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Low 4 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
- Nike React cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails
- Nike React midsole delivering responsive energy return
Cons & Trade-offs
- Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions
- Fierce competition at this price point
Expert Review Sources
- Solereview : 77.8 / 100 — « Pairing Nike's Nike React platform with a 3.7 mm drop, the Kiger 10 shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (261 g, a 3.7 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
- Runnea : 77.4 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 3.7 mm drop and weighing 261 g, the Nike Kiger 10 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (261 g, a 3.7 mm drop). A smart choice for runners looking for a 3.7 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
- RunRepeat : 77.6 / 100 — « The Nike Kiger 10 comes with a shorter name and a lighter feel, and it also brings real improvements like a breathable upper, top-tier durability, and the long-awaited Vibram Megagrip outsole. We really enjoyed its agile, grounded ride on our runs, but we think the basic EVA foam still holds it back from becoming the legendary trail shoe it could have been. »
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