45NRTH just overhauled their popular Wølfgar winter boot and unveiled the all-new Ragnarök Tall for shoulder season riding. Find details on both new models here…
No doubt, 45NRTH makes some of the best cycling-specific winter boots on the market. Today, they announced an updated version their extreme winter boot, the Wølfgar, and introduced an all-new version of the Ragnarök, my go-to shoulder season boot. Find details on both below.
45NRTH Ragnarök Tall
The Ragnarök Tall is a shoulder season and mild winter boot designed for all forms of riding, including gravel and commuting. Built on the same sole and bottom unit as the Ragnarök we’ve come to love, the Ragnarök Tall is constructed to be waterproof with more protection in the form of a high neoprene cuff. The neoprene cuff opens up like a book to allow easy entry for the foot, and the over flap is designed to provide a custom fit. The Ragnarök Tall also features a Li2 BOA closure and reflective accents on the back for increased visibility.
- Features: Tall neoprene cuff keeps debris out; easy on and off; floating three-finger overflap allows the BOA laces to tighten where they need to for an optimal fit.
- Upper: Premium microfiber, neoprene ankle, abrasion-resistant Tec Tuff toe and heel
- Outsole: Real rubber with anti-slip microglass filament lugs
- Midsole: Fiberglass-injected nylon with high impact resistance
- Closure: Side-mounted BOA Li2 dial and lacing system
- Sizes: Mens wide 36–50 (no size 49), full sizes only
- Lasts: Performance last designed for rigorous training and competition positions the foot for optimal energy transfer, with a roomy forefoot that provides comfort on longer rides
- Suggested Temp Range: 25°F+ / -3°C+
The 45NRTH Ragnarök Tall comes in sizes 36–50 (no size 49) and retails for $245. Find details over at 45NRTH.com.
2022 45NRTH Wølfgar
45NRTH claims the latest iteration of the Wølfgar is their most advanced winter cycling boot, calling it “a boot worthy of singletrack sessions or multi-day expeditions in the harshest winter weather.” The Wølfgar features a lightweight three-piece bottom assembly that’s compatible with flat pedals and 2-bolt cleats, and has a rubber outsole with microglass lugs for traction on ice. Waterproof materials and construction keep the elements out, while aerogel under the foot and over the toe block frigid air. On the inside, Wølfgar’s reflective thermal lining retains warmth, and a removable wool and faux-fur liner wicks moisture and insulates.
- Upper: Waterproof suede upper
- Midsole: Lightweight EVA midsole
- Outsole: Rubber outsole with microglass lugs and 2-bolt cleat pattern
- Insulation: Removable wool and faux fur boot liner for quick drying and warmth, Aerogel lined footbed and toe box.
- Closure: Dual zone BOA fit system
- Lasts: Wide last with tall toe box for extra insulation on top of the foot
- Sizes: Mens wide 36–50 (no size 49), full sizes only
- Suggested Temperature Range: -25°F (-31°C) to 10°F (-12°C)
The 2022 45NRTH Wølfgar comes in sizes 36–50 (no size 49) and retails for $495. Find details over at 45NRTH.com.
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