The Summit Unknown is a neutral lightweight trail running shoe family using Gore-Tex technology from New Balance.
The Summit Unknown v2 uses 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 New Balance Summit Unknown v3.
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priceBand | Price band | |||||
released | Released | Feb 2020 | Nov 2017 | |||
productAthletes | Pro athlete users | |||||
Weight | WeightM: 247 g W: 218 g | M: 241 g W: 213 g | 230 g | 301 g | 343 g | 11 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot16 mm | 18 mm | 7 mm | 23 mm | ||
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop10 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm | 8 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm |
Heel | Heel26 mm | 24 mm | 13 mm | 31 mm | ||
Terrain | TerrainTrail | Trail | Trail | Trail | Trail | MudSnow/iceTrail |
Brand | BrandNew Balance | Merrell | Inov-8 | Asics | Puma | Salomon |
Strike Type | Strike TypeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Heel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeLightweight | Lightweight | Lightweight | For big guysFor heavy runners | For big guysFor heavy runnersLightweightMaximalist | |
Rock plate | Rock plate | |||||
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Techs | Techs | GEL | Gore-Tex | |||
Waterproofings | Waterproofings | Waterproof | ||||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ | ||||
Common characteristicsNeutralNeutral pronationHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1623) |
Terrain | Trail (+446) |
Brand | New Balance (+89) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1277) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1302) |
Strike Type | Heel strike (+943) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1269) |
Shoe Type | Lightweight (+352) |
Fit | Narrow toe box (+180) |
Features | Rock plate (+103) |
Materials | Mesh (+743) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | v2 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | M: 247 g W: 218 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 10 mm | |
Heel | 26 mm | |
Forefoot | 16 mm |