The Summit Unknown is a neutral lightweight trail running shoe family using Gore-Tex technology from New Balance.
The Summit Unknown v3 is the latest model in the family, uses rock plate reinforced sole design, and was released in 2022. Its support type is designated as neutral, meaning that it's designed for runners with neutral pronation.
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priceBand | Price band | |||||
released | ReleasedJun 2022 | Feb 2020 | Nov 2017 | Dec 2021 | ||
productAthletes | Pro athlete users | |||||
Weight | Weight | M: 241 g W: 213 g | 230 g | 343 g | 11 g | 269 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot | 18 mm | 7 mm | 23 mm | 25 mm | |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop | 6 mm | 6 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm | 6 mm |
Heel | Heel | 24 mm | 13 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm | |
Terrain | TerrainTrail | Trail | Trail | Trail | MudSnow/iceTrail | Trail |
Brand | BrandNew Balance | Merrell | Inov-8 | PUMA | Salomon | Salomon |
Strike Type | Strike TypeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Heel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeLightweight | Lightweight | Lightweight | For big guysFor heavy runners | For big guysFor heavy runnersLightweightMaximalist | Maximalist |
Rock plate | Rock plate | |||||
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Techs | Techs | Gore-Tex | ||||
Waterproofings | Waterproofings | Waterproof | ||||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ | ||||
Common characteristicsNeutralNeutral pronationHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1613) |
Terrain | Trail (+450) |
Brand | New Balance (+92) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1269) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1274) |
Strike Type | Heel strike (+971) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1240) |
Shoe Type | Lightweight (+339) |
Fit | Narrow toe box (+185) |
Features | Rock plate (+107) |
Materials | Mesh (+738) |
Specifications | ||
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Model | v3 | |
Released | Jun 2022 |