Brand

Kiprun

Kiprun has 2 models reviewed by the Shoe Sherpa community.

- **Country of origin / HQ:** France; HQ listed in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, Hauts-de-France, France. - **Width options:** No reliable evidence found in the gathered sources that Kiprun offers dedicated narrow/standard/wide/extra-wide width runs; specific models reviewed were noted as **not available in wide widths**. - **Signature foam/midsole technologies:** Kiprun highlights a **unique midsole geometry** designed to stabilize the stride. Recent flagship race models use **VFOAM X** with a **PEBA-based foam layer** plus a **TPU foam layer** and a **J-shaped carbon “Hook Plate”**. Other recent midsoles include **SOFTECH+** and **Fastech+** on selected models. - **Typical fit characteristics:** No broad, brand-wide fit consensus was verified from the available sources; width-restricted race models indicate the brand’s top-end shoes can be **narrow enough that wide sizing is not offered**. - **Categories they make:** Road running, trail running, racing, and training models are represented in the gathered sources. - **Price tier:** Generally **mid-price to value-oriented**, with some premium racing models using advanced plates/foams; no single verified MSRP range was established from the sources. - **Notable / known for:** Kiprun is a **Decathlon-associated running brand** based in France, and is noted for pushing proprietary performance tech such as the **Hook Plate** and **VFOAM X** in its racing line.