Arc'teryx
Norvan 4 Nivalis
Norvan 4 Nivalis
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Waterproof mountain runner engineered to conquer severe winter conditions
Built for harsh winter terrain, the Norvan 4 Nivalis pairs a waterproof GORE-TEX upper cover with an over-ankle gaiter to seal out freezing elements. Up top, a speed-lace system offers quick adjustments on the go, while a Vibram® Megagrip outsole keeps you locked into the trail.
Features
- Watertight GORE-TEX cover and over-ankle gaiter seal out snow, water, and trail debris
- Vibram® Megagrip outsole with LITEBASE technology delivers lightweight, high-traction grip
- Dual-density midsole with a firmer medial post offers lasting shock absorption and stability
- Speed-lace system with dedicated lace garage allows quick, hassle-free adjustments
- Enhanced foot hold reduces toe bang and increases precision on uneven ground
Sizing
- The Norvan 4 Nivalis fits true to size. Take your usual sneaker size.
Materials & Care
- Upper Cover: Sealed GORE-TEX®
- Lining: Textile/Synthetic
- Insole: Textile
- Outsole: Vibram® Megagrip Rubber with LITEBASE technology
- Made in China
- Surface clean only
About
You may only know Arc’teryx from their pristine final products—but in our opinion, it’s all the hard work and experimentation behind the scenes that deserve an even bigger shoutout. From their homebase in Vancouver, every new jacket goes through a training regimen rivaled by the montage in Rocky IV—where it’s brought to the breaking point, refined, and refined again between rounds of high-tech lab testing and punishing field trials in Arc’teryx’s backyard, the British Columbian Coast Mountains. The end result is famously clean and functional outerwear that pushes the outdoor industry to new heights with every iteration. Seriously, GORE-TEX jackets would not be as lightweight and durable as they are today without the work these guys put in. Our picks from Arc’teryx are jackets and fleeces we’d feel comfortable wearing every day. Simply put, they’re as indestructible as mountaineering gear but also look put-together on your train ride into the office.
