AfterPay Available - Every day is a new adventure, the Merrell Nova 2 provides the comfort and protection needed for whatever journey you set out on. Built in an ultra-light construction, the Merrell Air Cushion in the heel delivers excellent shock absorption, whilst the Vibram TC5+ rubber sole is durable and sturdy to tackle any rocky or uneven terrain in your path.
AfterPay Available - Every day is a new adventure, the Merrell Nova 2 provides the comfort and protection needed for whatever journey you set out on. Built in an ultra-light construction, the Merrell Air Cushion in the heel delivers excellent shock absorption, whilst the Vibram TC5+ rubber sole is durable and sturdy to tackle any rocky or uneven terrain in your path.
AfterPay Available - Every day is a new adventure, the Merrell Nova 2 provides the comfort and protection needed for whatever journey you set out on. Built in an ultra-light construction, the Merrell Air Cushion in the heel delivers excellent shock absorption, whilst the Vibram TC5+ rubber sole is durable and sturdy to tackle any rocky or uneven terrain in your path.
AfterPay Available - Every day is a new adventure, the Merrell Nova 2 provides the comfort and protection needed for whatever journey you set out on. Built in an ultra-light construction, the Merrell Air Cushion in the heel delivers excellent shock absorption, whilst the Vibram TC5+ rubber sole is durable and sturdy to tackle any rocky or uneven terrain in your path.
Last updated at 12/25/2023 05:04:53
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I’ve been wearing Merrell Trail Gloves barefoot shoes for over a decade, but I needed a more rugged/waterproof shoe for walking to work in the wetter and colder months of the year. As a result, I opted to take a chance on the Nova 2 Gore-Tex to keep my feet warmer and drier when necessary.Obviously much more bulky than the sleek Trail Gloves, the Nova 2 is extremely cushiony in comparison. I was amazed at how comfy they were straight out of the box. I broke them in on a 2-mile initial walk and they felt well-formed to my feet in just a short time. Very good arch support too - I’m confident that they will hold up against whatever I require.My only negative - and it’s a slight one - is that they seem roomier than I expected. This is probably due to me being used ... MoreI’ve been wearing Merrell Trail Gloves barefoot shoes for over a decade, but I needed a more rugged/waterproof shoe for walking to work in the wetter and colder months of the year. As a result, I opted to take a chance on the Nova 2 Gore-Tex to keep my feet warmer and drier when necessary.Obviously much more bulky than the sleek Trail Gloves, the Nova 2 is extremely cushiony in comparison. I was amazed at how comfy they were straight out of the box. I broke them in on a 2-mile initial walk and they felt well-formed to my feet in just a short time. Very good arch support too - I’m confident that they will hold up against whatever I require.My only negative - and it’s a slight one - is that they seem roomier than I expected. This is probably due to me being used to the total snugness of the foot-hugging Trail Glove series. I just worry that the Novas will loosen up even more over time.Nevertheless, I’m very happy with my purchase…Merrells have yet to do me wrong!
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Nova 2 Wide (JO35561W): Same high quality product suggesting durability, and long wear. There is an inner stretch band that makes the fit both slightly snug and comfortable at the same time. Heel & soul have a heavy tread that portends durability and traction. Not long ago purchased a similar Merrell shoe (JO36305W), same size & wide. It fits a bit looser than the Nova 2 and consequently I think it will give me a longer wear. My wide foot pushes out the sides of the shoe, and in the case of the softer fabrics my toe will find a way to create a hole at the side. That's my only concern for the Nova 2. I rate this a 4.5+, and would recommend for anyone with a not so super wide foot. Two Merrell recommendations. 1) Show the name of the shoe on the inside label. If I ... MoreNova 2 Wide (JO35561W): Same high quality product suggesting durability, and long wear. There is an inner stretch band that makes the fit both slightly snug and comfortable at the same time. Heel & soul have a heavy tread that portends durability and traction. Not long ago purchased a similar Merrell shoe (JO36305W), same size & wide. It fits a bit looser than the Nova 2 and consequently I think it will give me a longer wear. My wide foot pushes out the sides of the shoe, and in the case of the softer fabrics my toe will find a way to create a hole at the side. That's my only concern for the Nova 2. I rate this a 4.5+, and would recommend for anyone with a not so super wide foot. Two Merrell recommendations. 1) Show the name of the shoe on the inside label. If I want to buy an extra pair I can easily identify it. 2)Provide a heavier fabric inside the shoe down past the little toe to prevent toe exit. Tried to submit photo, w/o success.
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What I like:This shoes is super light and very comfortable. The soles are well insulated against small rocks and rough surfaces. It is definitely waterproof as well.What I did not like so much:Definitely not for cold environment. My feet were cold, with the temperature in the low 40s to high 30s. Now granted I was wearing a regular socks, but I never had any issues having my feet getting cold in my Adidas Terrex, with the same socks on. Traction on wet surfaces, is another issue for me. Sticky enough, but definitely not for climbing wet rocks.Overall, I love this shoes. The comfort and lightness are enough for me to like it. Definitely a great daily shoes for me, except during winter time.
| Sport | Running |
| Product class | Shoe |
| Terrain | Light Trail |
I’ve been wearing Merrell Trail Gloves barefoot shoes for over a decade, but I needed a more rugged/waterproof shoe for walking to work in the wetter and colder months of the year. As a result, I opted to take a chance on the Nova 2 Gore-Tex to keep my feet warmer and drier when necessary.Obviously much more bulky than the sleek Trail Gloves, the Nova 2 is extremely cushiony in comparison. I was amazed at how comfy they were straight out of the box. I broke them in on a 2-mile initial walk and they felt well-formed to my feet in just a short time. Very good arch support too - I’m confident that they will hold up against whatever I require.My only negative - and it’s a slight one - is that they seem roomier than I expected. This is probably due to me being used ... MoreI’ve been wearing Merrell Trail Gloves barefoot shoes for over a decade, but I needed a more rugged/waterproof shoe for walking to work in the wetter and colder months of the year. As a result, I opted to take a chance on the Nova 2 Gore-Tex to keep my feet warmer and drier when necessary.Obviously much more bulky than the sleek Trail Gloves, the Nova 2 is extremely cushiony in comparison. I was amazed at how comfy they were straight out of the box. I broke them in on a 2-mile initial walk and they felt well-formed to my feet in just a short time. Very good arch support too - I’m confident that they will hold up against whatever I require.My only negative - and it’s a slight one - is that they seem roomier than I expected. This is probably due to me being used to the total snugness of the foot-hugging Trail Glove series. I just worry that the Novas will loosen up even more over time.Nevertheless, I’m very happy with my purchase…Merrells have yet to do me wrong!
Nova 2 Wide (JO35561W): Same high quality product suggesting durability, and long wear. There is an inner stretch band that makes the fit both slightly snug and comfortable at the same time. Heel & soul have a heavy tread that portends durability and traction. Not long ago purchased a similar Merrell shoe (JO36305W), same size & wide. It fits a bit looser than the Nova 2 and consequently I think it will give me a longer wear. My wide foot pushes out the sides of the shoe, and in the case of the softer fabrics my toe will find a way to create a hole at the side. That's my only concern for the Nova 2. I rate this a 4.5+, and would recommend for anyone with a not so super wide foot. Two Merrell recommendations. 1) Show the name of the shoe on the inside label. If I ... MoreNova 2 Wide (JO35561W): Same high quality product suggesting durability, and long wear. There is an inner stretch band that makes the fit both slightly snug and comfortable at the same time. Heel & soul have a heavy tread that portends durability and traction. Not long ago purchased a similar Merrell shoe (JO36305W), same size & wide. It fits a bit looser than the Nova 2 and consequently I think it will give me a longer wear. My wide foot pushes out the sides of the shoe, and in the case of the softer fabrics my toe will find a way to create a hole at the side. That's my only concern for the Nova 2. I rate this a 4.5+, and would recommend for anyone with a not so super wide foot. Two Merrell recommendations. 1) Show the name of the shoe on the inside label. If I want to buy an extra pair I can easily identify it. 2)Provide a heavier fabric inside the shoe down past the little toe to prevent toe exit. Tried to submit photo, w/o success.
What I like:This shoes is super light and very comfortable. The soles are well insulated against small rocks and rough surfaces. It is definitely waterproof as well.What I did not like so much:Definitely not for cold environment. My feet were cold, with the temperature in the low 40s to high 30s. Now granted I was wearing a regular socks, but I never had any issues having my feet getting cold in my Adidas Terrex, with the same socks on. Traction on wet surfaces, is another issue for me. Sticky enough, but definitely not for climbing wet rocks.Overall, I love this shoes. The comfort and lightness are enough for me to like it. Definitely a great daily shoes for me, except during winter time.
I always wear Merrell Shoes! For 10 years now I’ve gone through maybe 3 pairs l. Only upgrading when I need to. I push these shoes hard, at 6ft 250+ lbs I wear the 13 wide. Perfect fit and very comfortable! By far the most solid and supportive sides and bottom I’ve had out of a pair of Merrell’s. Will have to see how this Gortex waterproof membrane works, I work in textiles and am interested to say the least. I live in MN and it’s winter currently, have walked through average snow/slush so far and have had no issues. My feet always feel cool inside, and they have done great keeping them warm outside as well. All around very happy with these Merrells! I wear them to work everyday -‘d I’m in sales, they compliment most of my attire l very well! I have had multiple ... MoreI always wear Merrell Shoes! For 10 years now I’ve gone through maybe 3 pairs l. Only upgrading when I need to. I push these shoes hard, at 6ft 250+ lbs I wear the 13 wide. Perfect fit and very comfortable! By far the most solid and supportive sides and bottom I’ve had out of a pair of Merrell’s. Will have to see how this Gortex waterproof membrane works, I work in textiles and am interested to say the least. I live in MN and it’s winter currently, have walked through average snow/slush so far and have had no issues. My feet always feel cool inside, and they have done great keeping them warm outside as well. All around very happy with these Merrells! I wear them to work everyday -‘d I’m in sales, they compliment most of my attire l very well! I have had multiple people ask me where I got them and to send them the link.
I bought these shoes for the winters where I live. It's very, very wet and rainy. These shoes are comfortable and stylish, but unfortunately they are not truly waterproof. I would describe them as water-resistant. You can walk around in the rain for 30 minutes or so and they will stay dry, but if it's truly raining consistently and the pavement is wet, your feet and socks will eventually get wet (I'd say after about 30-45 minutes of walking). I'd give these shoes 5 stars if they were truly waterproof. I'm keeping them for light rain or summer use. They also worked well in some light snow out on the trail. The build quality seems excellent -- again, just not waterproof, therefore only 2 stars.
Bought the shoe’s for a first time trip to Iceland with plenty of hiking in mind. Wanted waterproof shoes for the waterfalls and grass. The shoe was excellent for being waterproof while wearing full rain gear, I was absolutely drenched but stayed dry. The tread was tough, durable and provided great grip/traction. Wore onto a glacier for a short hike and never felt uneasy. The salesman directed me to a 10.5 instead of going to an eleven and that extra toebox room was key.The only dislike of the shoe would be the arch support, I’m accustomed to wearing Asics running shoes and this shoe didn’t provide the over pronation I needed. Although this was corrected with an arch support insert.Overall this is a great shoe and I would recommend.
I bought these shoes over the weekend and they arrived Wednesday. I had a rather big hike the next morning (Thursday) and even though I knew it was taboo (ie not smart), I decided to risk hot spots and wear these shoes on the hike. Semi gnarly trail (Mineral Creek Trail up to the Pacific Crest Trail in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, WA). A LOT of chunk rock and soft dirt (our state trail assoc "reclaimed" this lost trail this summer, so a lot of loose dirt as we haven't had rain (yet) to tamp/pack it back down from the new edge work. That is the background.The shoes were rather unbelievable in their traction. It was all dry, but so much rock, dusty rock, and straight up dirt on angled slope and not one slippage. Over 3000 feet of vert and not one skid... Mind blown. ... MoreI bought these shoes over the weekend and they arrived Wednesday. I had a rather big hike the next morning (Thursday) and even though I knew it was taboo (ie not smart), I decided to risk hot spots and wear these shoes on the hike. Semi gnarly trail (Mineral Creek Trail up to the Pacific Crest Trail in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, WA). A LOT of chunk rock and soft dirt (our state trail assoc "reclaimed" this lost trail this summer, so a lot of loose dirt as we haven't had rain (yet) to tamp/pack it back down from the new edge work. That is the background.The shoes were rather unbelievable in their traction. It was all dry, but so much rock, dusty rock, and straight up dirt on angled slope and not one slippage. Over 3000 feet of vert and not one skid... Mind blown. Whatever you did with the compounds and traction design-bottle it please. Zero hotspots despite no break in and a worthy arch support in the midsole that it deserves mentioning. I still replaced the insole with my favorite aftermarket insole...but still, I could actually tell the shoes had arch support!Great job Merrell...and keep that gum rubber colored outsole in the stable (love it).
I am "over 60" and have used many, many different types of athletic/running shoes. About twelve years ago I developed plantar fasciitis and it was awful. Although I have not had any recurring symptoms (fortunately) in more than ten years, I am always looking for comfortable running shoes that have a firm midsole. This shoe is absolutely perfect for anyone because it's comfortable, light, has an excellent midsole, grips really well, and performs with excellence on short or long runs and on a wide variety of terrain (smooth to technical). I hardly ever take time to provide my response to products however, this is an exception because the performance of these shoes is truly remarkable - I feel I have finally discovered "trail running shoe nirvana" (ha). Without any ... MoreI am "over 60" and have used many, many different types of athletic/running shoes. About twelve years ago I developed plantar fasciitis and it was awful. Although I have not had any recurring symptoms (fortunately) in more than ten years, I am always looking for comfortable running shoes that have a firm midsole. This shoe is absolutely perfect for anyone because it's comfortable, light, has an excellent midsole, grips really well, and performs with excellence on short or long runs and on a wide variety of terrain (smooth to technical). I hardly ever take time to provide my response to products however, this is an exception because the performance of these shoes is truly remarkable - I feel I have finally discovered "trail running shoe nirvana" (ha). Without any reservation, I can highly recommend these shoes to anyone who enjoys trail running.
My Merrell Nova 2 Gore Tex shoes arrived today. I am a bit disappointed at the offset due to the condition of the packaging and the fit of the shoes. When shopping for these, I first measured my feet and then went to the website for sizing. The size chart on the site is useless and I ended up contacting customer service. I was assured by the representative that these run large. He recommended a size 10.5 and I decided on a 11.5 wide as that was the extent of my selection choices. I would have chosen a size 12 or 12.5 if they had been available. The representative was very courteous and seemed eager to be of assistance. I am hoping that they loosen up as I break them in as I am wearing them over my bare feet as of this writing and I eventually hope to wear them with ... MoreMy Merrell Nova 2 Gore Tex shoes arrived today. I am a bit disappointed at the offset due to the condition of the packaging and the fit of the shoes. When shopping for these, I first measured my feet and then went to the website for sizing. The size chart on the site is useless and I ended up contacting customer service. I was assured by the representative that these run large. He recommended a size 10.5 and I decided on a 11.5 wide as that was the extent of my selection choices. I would have chosen a size 12 or 12.5 if they had been available. The representative was very courteous and seemed eager to be of assistance. I am hoping that they loosen up as I break them in as I am wearing them over my bare feet as of this writing and I eventually hope to wear them with a good pair of wool socks. I was also concerned about the quality of the shoes as around 19.2% of the reviews are reporting poor quality conditions. I must say that they appear to be a quality shoe (other than the shoddy packaging they arrived in) but only time will tell, therefore I will reserve final judgement until I have had them for a while. I hope I am not disappointed as I want these to be a good shoe. I like the style and color selections, but only time will tell.
Maybe this show is good to wear to the mall, but they aren't any good on the trail. The Vibram sole comes off pretty much immediately. I bought a pair, was stoked to try them, and after the first hike the Vibram "teeth" around the outside of the show started to flake off. Not cool as it makes the shoe unbalanced, plus I most definitely left Vibram out there in the mountains somewhere...Well, I got in touch with customer service, they said "sorry, we'll send you a new pair". Cool, maybe I got a lemon pair to begin with. New pair comes and....exactly the same issue is occurring. Now I have two pairs of garbage shoes which actively put Vibram into the environment and aren't really wearable anymore because the sole is unbalanced and actively tearing. I would avoid these ... MoreMaybe this show is good to wear to the mall, but they aren't any good on the trail. The Vibram sole comes off pretty much immediately. I bought a pair, was stoked to try them, and after the first hike the Vibram "teeth" around the outside of the show started to flake off. Not cool as it makes the shoe unbalanced, plus I most definitely left Vibram out there in the mountains somewhere...Well, I got in touch with customer service, they said "sorry, we'll send you a new pair". Cool, maybe I got a lemon pair to begin with. New pair comes and....exactly the same issue is occurring. Now I have two pairs of garbage shoes which actively put Vibram into the environment and aren't really wearable anymore because the sole is unbalanced and actively tearing. I would avoid these shoes, and maybe even Merrell? I gave two stars because they do look the part when you get them, and the upper seems quality. Real shame about the Vibram sole. Thumbs down.
| Sport | Running |
| Product class | Shoe |
| Terrain | Light Trail |
