what is nikes fastest running shoe

WHAT IS NIKE'S FASTEST RUNNING SHOE?

WHEN WAS NIKE FOUNDED?

The Nike story started in 1964 when Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman created Blue Ribbon Sports with just $1200 in the bank, selling shoes from the back of a van. 

In 1972 Blue Ribbon Sports is reborn as Nike, a last minute decision after Knight's preferred choice of Dimension Six is vetoed.

HOW MANY NIKE STORES ARE THERE?

Fast forward to 1990 and Nike opens its first retail store, Niketown, in Portland, Oregon. There are now more than 1000 stores worldwide. 

HOW MUCH IS NIKE WORTH?

In 2022, Nike celebrates its 50th anniversary. In October, Nike is valued at a staggering $166 billion (around £141 billion). 

ARE NIKE RUNNING SHOES GOOD?

In no particular order, we are going to cover what we think our Nikes fastest running shoe and how to get the best out of them:

  • Nike Alphafly 3
  • Nike Vaporfly 3
  • Nike Zoom Fly 5
  • Nike Tempo Next%
  • Nike Wildhorse 7
  • Nike Dragonfly

NIKE ALPHAFLY NEXT% 3

BEST FOR RACE DAY

nike alphafly 3
£284.99 | BUY NOW FROM NIKE

The Alphalfy is Nike's most expensive super shoe designed for the marathon but is equally fast at the shorter distances.

These rocket ships propel you to personal bests with a super responsive energy return.

  • PROS: Great all round racing shoe from 5K to Marathon distance.
  • CONS: Expensive.
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NIKE VAPORFLY 3

BEST FOR 5K TO 10K

£225 | BUY NOW FROM NIKE

Personally I have always thought this was best suited to 5K and 10K races but the professionals do not seem to think so, as surprisingly is still one of the most used trainers in the marathon.

  • PROS: More aggressive than the Alphafly, you can really feel the spring propulsion
  • CONS: Due to the aggressive nature, some find there calves tighten up and achilles flame up
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NIKE ZOOM FLY 5

BEST FOR BEGINNERS

£154.99 | BUY NOW FROM NIKE

It offers comfort and reliability but with a propulsive sensation that'll help you feel fast and fresh. 

A great training shoe option but equally would be a good entry shoe for racing.

PROS: Super grip. Comfortable

CONS: A little firm

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NIKE TEMPO NEXT%

BEST ALL ROUNDER

Price - £179 | Buy From Nike

nike temp next%

Billed as the training shoe to the Nike Alphafly these speedsters can double up as part of your training runs or race day shoe. 

Supportive and responsive cushioning allow them to easily withstand double digit mileage weeks. 

PROS

  • Keep your race day shoes for best and these for training

CONS

  • Some durability concerns with some users experiencing popped bubbles
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NIKE WILDHORSE 7

BEST FOR TRAIL

Price - £109 | Buy From Nike

nike wildhorse 7

The rugged build  allows you to Take on those tough and extreme trail runs. Confidently run rocky terrain with high-abrasion rubber on the outsole that adds durable traction.

PROS

  • Super grippy making them perfect for trail and cross country running

CONS

  • Limited uses, not great for road running
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NIKE DRAGONFLY

BEST FOR TRACK

Price - £134 | Buy From Nike

nike dragonfly

Strictly not a running shoe, but for those that want to compete in a 5K or 10K on the track the Dragonly is Nike's fastest track spike. 

Light and breathable with a bounce to your every step on track. 

PROS

  • Feel great, light and comfortable

CONS

  • Only to be used on track

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Lastly, we cover some frequently asked questions about Nike running shoes.  

WHAT IS ZoomX?

ZoomX, made from blown Pebax, is Nike’s most energetic foam and used in shoes like the Vaporfly, Alphafly, and Vomero 16

ARE NIKE RUNNING SHOES TRUE TO SIZE?

I have always found all my Nike running shoes to be true to size and have not needed to size up or down. 

WHERE ARE NIKE SHOES MADE?

Almost all Nike shoes are made outside of the United States, with most made in China, Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand. 

WHO DOES NIKE SPONSOR?

Nike sponsors a host of endurance athletes, but is best known for sponsoring  Eliud Kipchoge, Jacob Kiplimo and Brigid Kosgei. 

WHICH NIKE RUNNING SHOES ARE BANNED OR ILLEGAL?

None of the Nike running shoes are currently banned or illegal for road running races. However IAAF rules ban the use of all super shoes on the track. 

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