Nike Zoomx Vaporfly Next 4% Obsidian Mist

Obsidian Mist is the dark option in the Vaporfly 4 line up, a deep navy upper with a hazy wash across the midsole. Darker racing shoes tend to wear their miles better, which matters for a pair you intend to keep for several seasons of races. The platform is the standard fourth generation build. The upper is the usual thin engineered weave, light and quick to dry after rain.

That means a deeper bed of ZoomX foam, a reshaped carbon plate and a rocker profile that asks less of your calves than earlier versions. It rewards a consistent effort rather than surges. Runners commonly slot it in for a half marathon build and then carry it through to the target race itself. A cushioned daily trainer alongside it keeps the rotation sensible.

Good to know

• Order your normal size; between sizes, take the longer option for marathon distance.
• Brand new, shipped in its original box.
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