NIKE Women's Vista Lite Walking Shoe

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The Nike Invincible 3 is perfectly plush, making it great for long runs—or runs of any distance, if you want a soft, bouncy ride. The Vaporfly totally upended the basic tenets of that design with its tall stack height and hefty layer of light-but-bouncy foam cushioning. In my testing, the Peg Trail 4 provided lockdown grip on the dirt, didn’t create lug feedback on pavement, and kept my feet dry and warm, too. Nike’s top running shoes, including the Vaporfly and Alphafly, feature carbon fiber plates embedded within their midsoles.

The sole features React foam and Zoom Air units at the heel and forefoot for a well-cushioned and responsive ride. Nike has a broad running shoe lineup that ranges from track spikes and racing shoes to everyday trainers and trail shoes. The rocker sole encourages smooth transitions from touchdown to toe-off so you can roll through your stride efficiently.I first wrote this guide in 2018, and update it regularly as Nike releases new shoes and running shoe tech. Nike claims its Vaporfly and Alphafly shoes improve running economy: Their thick, springy foam midsoles and stiff carbon fiber plates work together to help your muscles expend less energy as you run. Before its introduction, racing shoes featured minimalist designs with thin midsoles for maximum weight savings. It offers great impact absorption and a soft feel when landing, but also delivers a springy sensation at toe-off. In contrast to the ultra-thin uppers found on the Vaporfly and Alphafly, it features a durable double-layer mesh upper, which makes it more suitable for grinding through a training schedule.

If you like a versatile, cushioned shoe that doesn’t weigh you down and feels peppy enough for faster paces, you should be looking at Nike.

Nike also scooped out some foam on the sidewall and a channel at the bottom of the shoe to shave off weight. Though it’s now a dominant presence in the world of sports, Nike comes from humble beginnings rooted in running: It all started with University of Oregon runner Phil Knight selling imported shoes from the back of his car. The Alphafly is the pinnacle of the Nike running shoe lineup, and occupies a vaunted place in the running world. In addition, the medial side of the midsole is shaped to resist compression, which helps the shoe feel less wobbly when cornering. To select them, I reviewed the Nike shoe lineup and talked with a brand representative to learn about its latest shoes.

It doesn’t matter if a shoe design can improve your running economy if you can’t stand to wear them.From introducing runners to EVA cushioning to placing air-filled cells in its shoes, Nike has created some landmark innovations over the years, and it continues to push the boundaries of running shoe design today. The latest version, Winflo 10, sports a few notable tweaks, including a wider toe box, with added padding on the tongue and around the collar for a more accommodating and comfortable fit.