I'm transferring to a different college next year that requires all runners to train in Nike shoes. I'm used to running in relatively low-drop shoes and need some help picking out the best nikes for me. A lot of the guys train in pegasus but I'm used to the Brooks Pure lineup so I'm not sure what to do
Barring nike frees, I'd say the lunarglide have the most similar cushion to the brooks pure line. None will have a comparable 4mm heel-forefoot drop though.
If you´re running on other surfaces than asphalt you could try the Wildhorse. It´s a lightweight trail shoe but has the cushioning and feel of a road shoe and low drop.
I wouldn't worry too much about the drop of the shoes; it's next to irrelevant if your form is already good. Focus on the the subjective sensation of the shoe, and making shoe it's the right type for your foot, and a good fit. The Pegasus, LunarTempo, and Elite would all likely be good options for you. If you've got tunnel vision regarding the drop, anything from the Free collection should be 3-5 mm drop. The Wildhorse and TerraKiger trail shoes are both 4 drop, and should be okay also as long as you're not doing too much on roads.
themanontherun wrote:
I wouldn't worry too much about the drop of the shoes; it's next to irrelevant if your form is already good. Focus on the the subjective sensation of the shoe, and making shoe it's the right type for your foot, and a good fit. The Pegasus, LunarTempo, and Elite would all likely be good options for you. If you've got tunnel vision regarding the drop, anything from the Free collection should be 3-5 mm drop. The Wildhorse and TerraKiger trail shoes are both 4 drop, and should be okay also as long as you're not doing too much on roads.
It´s not just about form. If you´re used to low drop shoes, then running in a pair of Pegasus will feel bizarre ("why did they put a pair of pillows under my heels?").
Pegs are pretty universally loved. Those would be a nice option
I'd recommend the Zoom Streak LT2's. I used to use them a lot for long runs during the summer, even though they are intended to be a workout flat. They have a 4mm drop and you won't get shamed for wearing Free's. They aren't the most durable outsole, but they are cheap as heck right now...like $50 on running warehouse. I train in the Zoom Elite 7's right now and like them a lot.
Nike runner wrote:
It´s not just about form. If you´re used to low drop shoes, then running in a pair of Pegasus will feel bizarre ("why did they put a pair of pillows under my heels?").
Maybe when you first stand up in them.. But once you start running, it should not change your footstrike.
If your form is sound, you can run in almost anything. I could probably wrap my feet in bubble wrap and still run 7:00/miles on the roads just as easily as if I was wearing something super high-cushioned like the Gel-Nimbus.
For Nike, Farah is a Pegasus guy, Rupp runs in the Structure, Centro/Jager/Teg all Zoom Elite Guys.
Nike runner wrote:
themanontherun wrote:I wouldn't worry too much about the drop of the shoes; it's next to irrelevant if your form is already good. Focus on the the subjective sensation of the shoe, and making shoe it's the right type for your foot, and a good fit. The Pegasus, LunarTempo, and Elite would all likely be good options for you. If you've got tunnel vision regarding the drop, anything from the Free collection should be 3-5 mm drop. The Wildhorse and TerraKiger trail shoes are both 4 drop, and should be okay also as long as you're not doing too much on roads.
It´s not just about form. If you´re used to low drop shoes, then running in a pair of Pegasus will feel bizarre ("why did they put a pair of pillows under my heels?").
That feeling dissipates rapidly.
Anyone have any input/review on the latest version of Pegasus vs new zoom elite?
Did a Zoom Elite 8 trial run with Nike yesterday. My everyday shoe is the Nike Pegasus 31.
Mile warmup, follow by drills, strides and a mile TT.
The first thing I noticed is the zoom cushioning at the forefoot and how stiff they are (compared to the Pegasus) while running at easy pace.
These shoes really shine at anything under a 7:30 min/mile. You have to really forefoot strike, no midfoot striking and definitely no heel striking.
I'm curious to try the Vomero 10's. As they have cushioning at the heel and forefoot.
Anything adidas, brooks or asics offers is > nike
Ms obvious wrote:
Anything adidas, brooks or asics offers is > nike
^this
I don't think that's really the conclusion that OP was looking for. Sounds like he/she is required to run in nikes and wants some decent input. Regarding the question, I would stay away from the structure and vomero, those might be a little too built up for what you are looking for.
Not if you spend the first decade as a competitive runner in low drop shops( yes, I'm ancient).themanontherun wrote:
Nike runner wrote:It´s not just about form. If you´re used to low drop shoes, then running in a pair of Pegasus will feel bizarre ("why did they put a pair of pillows under my heels?").
That feeling dissipates rapidly.
Best Nike Shoes?? Why the Terra TC of course!
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Two pairs of Zoom Elites (6 I think?) have done me well the past year or so. Train low mileage at 7:00 pace and faster. Mid/forefoot strike feels natural. Good on all surfaces.
I have a pair of Lunar Tempos on the way to replace them. Will report first impressions if I think about it.
I don't mean to nitpick, but Nike frees are 4-8 mm drop. The 3.0 is 4mm, 4.0 is 6mm and 5.0 is 8mm.