If you like a versatile, cushioned running shoe that doesn’t weigh you down and feels peppy enough for faster paces, you should be looking at Nike.
Nike running shoes continually push the envelope with new technology and innovative designs; from rac...
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Stable ride
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Ideal for racing and speed sessions
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Cushioned and supremely responsive
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Breathable upper and flawless lockdown
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Seriously pricey
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Heavier than Vaporfly
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Not for everyday running
Nike Alphafly 3 Men's Road Racing Shoes
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Softer and more responsive than v40
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Affordable, daily workhorse
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Secure mid-foot band
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Breathable upper
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Uses 43% less carbon than v40
Nike Pegasus 41 Men's Road Running Shoes
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Supremely comfortable over longer distances
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Cushioned yet responsive
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Stable ride
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More secure, breathable upper than previous model
Nike Invincible 3 Men's Road Running Shoes
The Nike structure is another staple in the brand’s line-up. The everyday hero trainer is for those who need – unsurprisingly – structure and stability. The latest iteration ticks those boxes neatly, with plush cushioning and stability in spades.
Nike Structure 25 Men's Road Running Shoes
Peppy and versatile ride
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Snug, performance-focused fit
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Smooth and consistent for longer runs
Nike Zoom Fly 6 Men's Road Racing Shoes
ProVery accommodating
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Surprisingly responsive
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Naturally moulds to the foot
Nike Vomero 18 Men's Road Running Shoes
Decent amount of cushioning
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Breathable mesh upper
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Secure and snug fit
Nike Winflo 11 Men's Road Running Shoes
Cushioned and comfortable
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Durable upper construction
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Roomy toebox
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Grippy outsole
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
Responsive ride
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Capable of handling moderately technical terrains
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New Vibram outsole
Nike Zegama 2 Men's Trail Running Shoes
Excellent balance of cushioning and ground feel
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Grippy, Vibram outsole
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Fit true to size
Nike Ultrafly Men's Trail Racing Shoes
The standard Glycerin has morphed from a max-cushioned recovery shoe to a daily trainer. The Max was made for those who lament the change – and anyone else who appreciates a smooth and bouncy ride.
Glycerin Max - Men's running shoes - Brooks Running
Softer underfoot than v4
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Smooth transitions
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Incredibly versatile
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Bouncy and responsive
NOVABLAST Running Shoes - ASICS
The Ride 15 and 16 were solid daily trainers, but we found ourselves craving a little more oomph. Then, last year’s v17 introduced a new Pwrrun+ midsole, which transformed the Ride’s, erm, ride to something far more peppy. The 18 evolves with reformu...
Men's Ride 18 - Running - Saucony
the newest offering, best for running on uneven surfaces)
Women's Beyondfeel Trail Running Shoe - Lululemon
Pros Pro Responsive cushioning Pro Enough shock absorption for long runs Pro Lightweight Cons Con Tongue can shift while running Con Midfoot too wide for some