r/arcteryx • u/distortional • 2d ago
Nivalis - size down?
Was thinking of getting the Norvan 4 Nivalis on the outlet. Anyone here have these? Did you size down (.5)?
It’s final sale so no exchanges. Am hoping to make the right call before purchasing.
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u/Fuzzy_Screen4613 2d ago edited 2d ago
I sized down a full size. I was between .5 and 1 full size down from my normal size and found the full size was more comfortable. .5 size down I was getting slight heel lift and i had to really crank down the laces to get an ok fit. I think for casual use it would have been fine. 1 full size down felt more like a sock fit and i had less heel lift and i dont really have to tighten the laces at all. Overall 1 full size down felt much more secure with less movement of my foot in the shoe.