Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Norvan LD 3

I am thrilled with the cushioning, stability and grip. The sleek minimalist design is iconically Arc'teryx. I have a pair for running the trails near my home and another for every day sneakers.

I bought the norvan LD3 to try Arcteryx running shoes. Have worn them on 5-10km runs and haven't had any issues.

I bought the Norvan LD 3 shoes and was pleasantly surprised with how comfortable they were, and have been even more thrilled with how durable they are. I've hiked in these shoes nearly every weekend since April and they continuously perform well. I prefer hiking in shoes over boots, and these have been just perfect. I would recommend trying on in person; Normally I'm a Size 13, but in these I wear a 12.5.

I've always liked Arc'teryx, but could never run I. The shoes as they are too narrow. The LD3's are perfect! After two months running in them, I bought a second pair of the Gore Tex version to wear in the winter.

Excellent, solid shoes for light hiking and walking. Grip is fantastic. For me, not enough cushion and compliance for running, though everyone is different. The cuff is slightly too high, so need to choose socks carefully.

Used the Norvan LD 3 for most of the hikes and trail runs in Norway this season. Great shoe with excellent grip, cushion and lockdown. Very stable and comfortable, no blisters and less fatigue. Great fit for my feet. The ankle cuff is a tiny bit high, but It doesn't cause any problems for me. But I can feel it running downhills. Overall, my favourite shoe for rocky terrain.

I had this shoes for quite a while and use them for hiking, not running. My last trip was 186km on Tour de Mont Blanc on which I had them on different types of terrain, rocks, regular paths, concrete, grass etc. They were very comfortable. Excellent grip on wet surfaces. I'm usually size 9 but get them 9.5, which was a good choice, extra room helped on descents.

I tried these shoes at a demo day at a women's trail running meet up and I was really surprised at how comfortable they were. I am usually a women's size 11, and I wore a 10 at the demo day, and they were fun for a 6 km trail run, even though they were a blt too small. I eventually ended up purchasing a men's 9.5 Norvan 3 LD (why do your women's sizes only go up to a 10?!!?), and I have nothing but love for these shoes. I've done shorter (8-12km) and longer (20km+) trail runs with them over the past 6 weeks, on the prairies, in the Rockies and even in the Alps - from mud to scree and everything in between, and I think these are just awesome shoes. I really like the extra cushioning, the traction is superb, and they are really durable. I've put probably 250-300 km on them already and the lugs still look great. They do run big, so I would get a half size smaller. I was worried about this because I like room in the toe box for foot swelling, but the 9.5 men's (10.5 women's) has worked out perfectly for me. Love these shoes.

I just finished an 80km ultra and have put close to 200km on the shoe and I'm loving the shoe so far. The tread is great, there is plenty of cushion for long distance and it's a nice wide shoe for foot expansion. The shoe also dries quickly for river crossings and doesn't hold a lot of water, so it doesn't get too heavy. Overall, Arcteryx got it right with this shoe!

I run a mix of road and trail. I've had groin and knee issues for years and they've kept me from running more than 5K. Have tried numerous shoes (besides physio and all that). I most certainly did not buy this shoe under the impression it would fix that, but it somehow has!! I'm baffled honeslty. I guess all that "improved ride" and "higher stack" is not just tech jargon.

This shoe is really comfortable! So glad Arc'teryx finally made shoes that are wide enough for my feet and I really hope future models will be as well.

Big fan so far. In comparison to the Ld2 shoe, these are a big improvement. The cushioning is significantly better than the 2, and the fit is refined a bit better to my feet. The lace tuck in a wee bit smaller, but still pretty good. My heels seem to lock a touch better than the 2s as well. Obviously buying shoes online is tough, but these fit similar to all other arcteryx shoes/boots. I'm lucky that it fits my foot, and if anyone is comparing brands, dynafit tends to fit me really well too.

The LD 3 finally gets it right! Balance of comfort, grip, lockdown, and (finally!) ample room in the toebox. After feeling let down by its predecessors in the Norvan line, so glad I took a chance on this exceptional all-rounder. Great on hard rock, in mud and snow, buffed dirt, gravel roads and even tarmac. Better than Hoka Speedgoat in terms of long-haul comfort because of the superior midsole. Rivals anything on the market for distances in excess of 20 miles on the trails. Congratulations! Just ordered a second pair to keep in reserve in case of future supply chain woes.

Picked up a pair as soon as they were available online. So far I've put 50 miles on them. Bottom line they are a completely different shoe than the LD 2. Wider, softer (much softer than I was expecting) , less drop, more stack, more breathable, deeper lugs. Same simple/clean Arc'teryx design aesthetic. The only downside I've noticed is there is a seam above where my pinky toe sits that can cause some irritation if I don't lock the shoe down good enough. Only happens when I wear thin socks and my foot slips around a little while on steep descents. I think a LD Racer version of this shoe with an embedded plate (TPU or Carbon) would be a killer race day shoe.

I've been a runner since I can remember and I feel my best running at a 6:30-7:30min/mile for my 5 and 10ks. These shoes are light (for a trail shoes), durable and very supportive. I also have the Norvan LD 2s which are a lower profile and less beefy. Even though I like the look of the Norvan LD 2s better, my feet are happier in the 3s.

Love these shoes. Have owned a couple pairs. They are light and comfortable. Nice a grippy. My only complaint is regarding their durability. All pairs I have owned have ripped open across the toe box, not from a snag or any damage, more like the shoe has just failed there. Super disappointing as I feel the rest of the shoe has so much life left, it's just the fabric of the toe box seems to fail.

Looks good and comfy on the first try. Have not been wearing it for a real hike yet.

Purchased these after reading other reviews that highlighted the roominess of the toe box. I think the overall build quality of the shoe is excellent, however the toe box is still too narrow for my foot. I don't have to purchase wide sizes in other brands, but the shoe didn't feel any wider than other Arc'teryx models I've tried on in the past. I didn't think the toe box would be as roomy as a Keen, Altra or Oboz brand, but was hoping it would have more room for your toes to splay out and for swelling at the end of a long day. Hopefully the R&D department will create a long distance hiking/backpacking trail shoe (non Gore-Tex) that will allow your toes to really splay out.

Very good, bordering on great. The outsole is spectacular and has not failed me yet. The midsole provides a stable ride with a decent amount of cushioning and a slight amount of bounce. I'm not much of a trail runner but it works great for hiking. The shape of last fits me very well too. It has a nice amount of space in the toe box and the heel cup is shaped in a way that really keeps my foot held securely. My only gripe is that the top of the heel is just a touch tall and causes some Achilles irritation, especially with the foot in dorsiflexion like when driving for long periods if you don't live close to the trails. Outside of the trails, the Arctic Silk colour cleans up very nicely as a casual office shoe. The tongue's lace garage is a nifty feature but I find its opening is a bit too far down on the tongue. By the time the shoe is fully laced up, the laces cover the opening of the lace garage so it is very awkward to try to squeeze them in. I don't mind not using it though.

Great pair of shoes for all types of activities. Toe box is better than the Aerio I have, and more comfortable. The only negative is the bottom wears out fast. My early 2023 pair of Norvan LD3 bottom already worn out. I bought a second pair to replace it during the Black Friday sales.

initial thoughts: very comfortable, semi-aggressive trail shoe. been going through trail shoes that suck like it's my job. this one seems different. only qualms would be the skimpy laces and would like to see more padding in the achilles region of the heel, to lock the heel down. but digging it so far.

I have bought 4 pairs of the norvan ld 3 running shoes. I like the colors and i love the space for my toes. The cushioning, (eva foam i think it is called) have lasted a long time the same as the upper shoe. I alternate them, so they last longer and have a chance to dry. I am a postal worker and also use them on my route which is aprox 15 km everyday and they are very comfortable. Eventhough i dont have the goretex version, they stay dried for few hours when rainning in Vancouver. I often check the sample store in North Vancouver to get a better deal, and even the used gear page. The only thing i would like to be improved is the sole. The vibram sole is too thin, doesnt have enough grip, especially on the wet trails, and doesnt last.

I've had multiple pairs of the LD3. It's lightweight but has plenty of cushion and support while handling well on rough terrain. Unlike most cushioned trail shoes they're fast. I've raced and done track workouts in them. Only downside is that the upper reliably blows out at the same spots. I've started applying a layer of super glue when i get a new pair.

I've been wearing a pair for 6 months now and have used them in the Brecon Beacons, Lake District (UK) and Chamonix Alps. They are excellent, I've tried so many different brands and although I didn't associate Arcteryx with Trail runners, they have proved to be the best I've tried for years. The foot support and stability, so important in trail running is just perfect due to the clever tongue and lacing design that as you pull just ensures the shoe hugs the foot to your comfort. They are very light with just the right level of cushioning, ground feel and shock absorption to make them perfect for most distances and terrain, though perhaps not wet and muddy as the vibram sole has modest lugs, but they're not designed as fell shoes. Where you combine technical trail running and scrambling I would say at the moment, in my experience there's nothing better out there. Well done Arcteryx in designing an unassuming, but technically brilliant shoe.