| Gender | Men , Women |
| Men weight | 323 gr |
| Women weight | 269 gr |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Cushion | High |
| Running gait | Neutral |
| Surface | Trail |
| Use | training |
| Pace | Low , Medium |
| Foot | Normal feet |
| Strike | heel |
| Year | 2018 |
In the 2018 New Balance Running shoes lineup there is also room to present novelties in trail territory, and undoubtedly one of the ones that will give more play will be the new New Balance Summit KOM/QOM. A very significant acronym that baptize the model as the King Of Mountain (King Of Mountain. KOM) for the male version; and as the Queen of Mountain (Queen of Mountain. QOM).
Thus, these New Balance Summit KOM/QOM trail running shoes are lighter, more flexible, and suitable to enjoy great durability and exceptional fit in any mountain terrain.
With the launch of the New Balance Summit KOM/QOM, certain parallels must be drawn because this successful mountain running option is the replacement for the legendary New Balance 910 v4.
That is, it is a new model, yes, which brings with it the same degree of protection and safety as the 910, but which increases, considerably, the traction aspect on uneven mountain terrain.
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If there is one thing that makes the new New Balance Summit KOM/QOM trail running shoes stand out, it is their successful combination of responsive cushioning and maximum protection, which comes from the REVLite and Rock Stop systems.
The unique REVLite foam is what provides that cushioned underfoot feel, while making the midsole lighter and more responsive. While the Rock Stop plate, located between the midsole and outsole, serves to increase protection against sharp and pointed external elements.
Another major improvement of the New Balance Summit KOM/QOM is the inclusion of the Vibram Megagrip compound, accompanied by a more aggressive tread pattern that makes it suitable for any terrain and distance to be covered. What's more, the model provides greater traction and increased durability for superior performance in both wet and dry conditions.
In the upper area, the New Balance Summit KOM / QOM does not present many variations with respect to that seen in the NB 910 v4, but there is that feeling of being more elastic and with greater breathability. It also features the characteristic Toe Protect technology, which reinforces the shoe's protection.
In addition, in case you are interested, the New Balance Summit KOM / QOM will also have its GTX version, the GoreTex membrane that gives the model exceptional waterproofing to run in the mountains without worrying about the outside conditions.
In the chapter of technical specifications, the New Balance Summit KOM / QOM have a drop of 8 millimeters (20mm in the forefoot and 28mm in the heel), and weights of 323 grams for the male model and 269 grams for the female version.
A direct consequence of wearing a trail running shoe that prioritizes maximum protection with responsive, lightweight and reliable cushioning to add kilometers.