VJ FZN Tempo running shoe side view showing lightweight road and trail design
VJ FZN Tempo Running Shoes

£152.99

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VJ FZN Tempo Running Shoes

£152.99

Fast, lightweight running shoes for road, trail and mixed terrain. The VJ FZN Tempo combines responsive SuperFOAMance+ cushioning, 3 mm lugs and a full-length rock plate for fast training and all-surface racing.

Unisex

Colour – White/Orange

FIT GUIDE — VJ FZN Tempo

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Slightly wide fit, true to size. Looking for a lighter, lower-profile trail racing shoe? See VJ Lightspeed.

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VJ FZN Tempo Running Shoes

The VJ FZN Tempo is designed for fast running across mixed terrain, combining the feel of a road shoe with the stability and grip needed when your route leaves the asphalt. It suits hard training sessions and all-surface racing where efficiency and traction both matter.

The new SuperFOAMance+ midsole uses nitrogen-infused supercritical foam to provide bounce and energy return for fast running on mixed terrain.

Underfoot, the extremely light rubber outsole uses 3 mm lugs. They provide grip when running off-road while preserving feel and durability on asphalt. This gives the Tempo a practical balance for routes that combine roads and trails.

A full-length branched rock plate sits inside the midsole. It adds torsional stability, helps reduce energy loss and provides protection from rough terrain.

The lightweight, multi-zone engineered mesh upper balances breathability and durability while allowing water to drain quickly. A soft anti-slip heel and VJ Fitlock system help hold the foot securely when the terrain becomes more technical.

The FZN Tempo works particularly well for road running, trail running and mixed-terrain routes, making it a versatile choice when you do not want to be restricted to one surface.

Key features

  • SuperFOAMance+ midsole – VJ’s most advanced nitrogen-infused supercritical foam yet, designed to provide bounce and energy return for fast races in mixed terrain.
  • Lightweight rubber outsole – Extremely light construction with 3 mm lugs for off-road grip while maintaining feel and durability on asphalt.
  • Full-length branched rock plate – Adds torsional stability, reduces energy loss and helps protect against rough terrain.
  • Multi-zone engineered mesh upper – Balances durability and breathability while draining water quickly.
  • Anti-slip heel – Helps keep the foot secure during movement.
  • VJ Fitlock system – Helps hold the foot steady when running on technical terrain.
  • Unisex design.

Technical details

Specification Details
Activity Road-to-trail (Mixed terrain), Ultra running
Fit Scale 4
Gender Unisex
Stack height 34/28 mm
Outsole Lightweight rubber
Upper Multizone engineered mesh
Lug depth 3 mm
Weight 240 g (UK 8.5)

Size Guide

▸ How to measure your foot

For the best fit, measure your foot at home before ordering. It takes 2 minutes.

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Place a sheet of paper on the floor against a wall.

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Put on the same socks you would wear with these shoes.

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Stand on the paper with your heel touching the wall, foot straight.

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Ask someone to mark the tip of your longest toe. Repeat both feet — use the longer measurement.

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Measure heel to mark in cm. Use the size chart below to find your size. If between sizes, always go larger.

▸ Size chart
Foot (cm) UK EU US Women US Men
22.7 3 35.5 5.5
23.1 3.5 36 6
23.5 4 37 6.5
23.9 4.5 37.5 7
24.3 5 38 7.5
24.8 5.5 39 8
25.2 6 39.5 8.5
25.6 6.5 40 9
26.0 7 40.5 9.5
26.4 7.5 41 10 8.5
26.8 8 42 10.5 9
27.2 8.5 42.5 9.5
27.6 9 43 10
28.0 9.5 44 10.5
28.4 10 44.5 11
28.8 10.5 45 11.5
29.2 11 45.5 12
29.6 11.5 46 12.5
30.0 12 47 13
30.8 13 48 14

If you are between sizes, always choose the larger size.

▸ Shoe fit scale

VJ have graded the fit on all shoes from 1 to 5 to help you find the perfect fitting shoe.

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Grade 1 represents the most precise and narrow fit. Grade 5 has the widest fit.

The lower the number, the narrower the fit — essential for fast technical running where minimal foot movement matters. Higher numbers suit wider feet or those wanting extra comfort, and are often preferred on longer distances as feet tend to swell.

Weight N/A
Size

UK 5.5, UK 6, UK 6.5, UK 7, UK 7.5, UK 8, UK 8.5, UK 9, UK 9.5, UK 10, UK 10.5, UK 11

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VJ began in 1981, when a Finnish shoemaker and orienteer could not find the right shoe for the sport. He built his own shoe factory in Orivesi, launching the brand there. It set out to build shoes that could handle rough, wet and slippery terrain.

Orienteering shoes need to grip in constantly changing conditions, wet or dry, hard or soft ground. VJ built a 100% butyl rubber outsole to meet that demand. This material holds its grip even when the shoe is completely drenched. That matters, since orienteers often run an entire race in wet shoes. The brand also uses non-absorbent materials throughout the shoe, so repeated soaking and drying doesn't weaken the build.

Branches, rocks and constantly changing terrain put real strain on a shoe. Some models use aramid fibre uppers, five times stronger than steel, for extra protection. VJ also produces metal-studded models, built for icy, muddy or highly technical ground where extra bite matters. The Fitlock system locks the foot in place and supports the arch through demanding courses.

These features have helped VJ shoes win world championships across orienteering, trail running and OCR. At Compass Point, we stock the brand for orienteers who want proven grip and durability on tough terrain.

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