The 001A is norda's daily trail workhorse — a mash-up of the durable original 001 and the race-focused 005. It carries the same seamless Dyneema upper and Vibram Megagrip outsole norda is known for, now paired with a supercritical Arnitel TPEE midsole for noticeably more energy return and a softer, more forgiving ride. A moderate 26mm/21mm stack and 5mm drop sit comfortably in daily-trainer territory — enough protection for long days without feeling disconnected from the trail. Best for trail runners wanting one durable, do-anything shoe for daily miles through to long ultra-distance days.