Nike Zoomx Vaporfly Next% 4 Eliud Kipchoge

Kipchoge colourways have followed the Vaporfly since the beginning, and this one lands on the fourth generation chassis. Nike rebuilt the midsole for this version, adding ZoomX foam volume and reshaping the carbon plate so the shoe rolls through the stride more gradually, with a flatter, less aggressive feel at the heel. The detailing stays subtle, with the athlete references kept to the heel and tongue.

The result is a racer that feels easier to run in for longer. Runners who found earlier Vaporfly models harsh at marathon distance tend to get on better with this one. It still wants pace, so keep it for races, time trials and the occasional long tempo rather than easy mileage. Treat the foam as a limited resource and it will see you through several seasons of racing.

Good to know

• True to size in your usual Nike length; size up half if you race in padded socks.
• Brand new, shipped in its original box.
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