The Norda 001 was the brand’s first release, a cushioned trailer designed for ultra miles with a distinct cult classic styling that really set it apart. The follow-up 001A aims to build on that reputation. It now comes in three models: the 001A, the 001A G+ with added weatherproofing, and the 001A G+ Spike ($355), which adds spikes and waterproofing for harsher conditions like snow and ice. I tested the 001A G+. The shoe’s tech credentials are littered with trademark and patent symbols. But symbolic techiness aside, Norda’s aim for the 001A was simple—“to find the most advanced midsole foam for trail that combined the highest resiliency possible yet performed and lasted 5-10x longer than other super foams.” Photograph: Kieran Alger That new foam is now a proprietary Norda x Arnitel thermoplastic polyester elastomer blend that aims to deliver 30 percent more rebound than the original 001. It weighs 10 percent less and still delivers that signature durability that lasts beyond 1,000 kilometers (621 miles). In testing, that midsole setup made for a mildly energetic …