The Nova GTX is a neutral maximalist running shoe family using Gore-Tex and Vibram technology from Merrell. This is the original product in the family.
The Nova GTX is a Gore-Tex and waterproof version of the Nova.
It's a trail running model. It uses breathable and rock plate reinforced sole design. Its support type is designated as neutral, meaning that it's designed for runners with neutral pronation. The latest model in the family is the Merrell Nova 2 GTX.
Based on our monitoring of prices across the internet, it's currently in the most expensive 20% of running shoes today.
Now viewing Merrell Nova GTX | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
bestDeal | Show deals | |||||
priceBand | Price band | |||||
released | Released | Nov 2017 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2022 | ||
productAthletes | Pro athlete users | |||||
Weight | Weight312 g | 301 g | 230 g | 289 g | M: 275 g W: 241 g | M: 275 g W: 241 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot22 mm | 7 mm | 23 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop8 mm | 8 mm | 6 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm |
Heel | Heel30 mm | 13 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | |
Terrain | TerrainTrail | Trail | Trail | MudSnow/iceTrail | Trail | Trail |
Brand | BrandMerrell | Asics | Inov-8 | Saucony | Hoka One One | Hoka One One |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeFor big guysFor heavy runnersMaximalist | Lightweight | Low drop | Low dropMaximalist | Low dropMaximalist | |
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Rock plate | Rock plate | |||||
Techs | TechsGore-TexVibram | Vibram | Vibram | |||
Waterproofings | WaterproofingsWaterproof | |||||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental CharacteristicsVegan Ⓥ | Vegan Ⓥ | Sustainable | |||
Common characteristicsNeutralNeutral pronationFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strikeHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
---|---|
Sports | Running (+1575) |
Terrain | Trail (+434) |
Brand | Merrell (+28) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1215) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1242) |
Strike Type | Fore/Midfoot strike (+790)Heel strike (+909) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1210) |
Shoe Type | For big guys (+339)For heavy runners (+339)Maximalist (+332) |
Fit | Medium toe box (+562) |
Features | Breathable (+687)Rock plate (+102) |
Techs | Gore-Tex (+82)Vibram (+58) |
Events | Fell running (+56) |
Waterproofings | Waterproof (+74) |
Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ (+203) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
---|---|---|
Model | GTX | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | 312 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 8 mm | |
Heel | 30 mm | |
Forefoot | 22 mm |