Nike Vaporfly 4

kofuzi observes that he can run in the Vaporfly 4 across a wider range of paces compared to the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers classifies the Nike Vaporfly 4 among 'the leaner shoes' that he would not suggest for a 2-hour half marathon, grouping it with the Puma Fast-R 3.

The Run Testers suggests the Nike Vaporfly 4 (which he refers to as 'the Nike Vaporfly 4') is not a shoe he would suggest for a 2-hour half marathon pace.

Nike states that the Vaporfly 4 is noticeably lighter than its predecessors, achieved by trimming the outsole, midsole, and modifying the upper, and removing around 5 mm of stack height compared to the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers attributes that he ripped the rubber off his Vaporfly 3 within 5K of a race, whereas the Vaporfly 4 outsole is lasting quite a bit longer.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 does not feel like it has a lot of bounce anymore.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 feels leaner, lighter, and very nippy.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 feels responsive and gives a kick from the combination of the plate and midsole foam.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 has a nice bit of kick from the plate and ZoomX but does not feel like a really bouncy shoe he would use for longer distances.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 now feels like more of a shorter-distance shoe.

The Run Testers finds the grip on the Vaporfly 4 is fairly good, and says the Vaporfly 4 probably has better front grip than the Meta Speed Sky Tokyo.

The Run Testers observes that the Vaporfly 4 has less stack height across the shoe.

The Run Testers observes that the Vaporfly 4 has plenty of space before his toe and is fairly roomy for a race shoe.

The Run Testers observes that the back section of the Vaporfly 4 outsole shows a little bit of wear and tear but the rubber sections at the back seem a little bit sturdier than on the previous version.

The Run Testers observes that the outsole on the Vaporfly 4 is very good, with a really thick and impressive front section, similar to earlier Vaporflies.

The Run Testers states he would want something with more bounce and energy return for a marathon distance, and he does not get that from the Vaporfly 4.

The Run Testers states that for his style of running he would not go for the Vaporfly 4 over a half marathon distance; he would go for something bouncier like the Meta Speed Sky Tokyo.

The Run Testers states the Vaporfly 4 is a shoe more for 10K to half marathon distances.

Nike lists the Vaporfly 4 stack at 35 mm heel and 29 mm forefoot with a 6 mm drop.

The Run Testers (UK size 8) finds the Vaporfly 4 quite roomy with plenty of space in the forefoot and comfortable for a race shoe.

The Run Testers believes the Vaporfly 4 is a 5K and 10K shoe for most people and probably would not even use it for a half marathon.

The Run Testers believes the Vaporfly 4 is designed for shorter distances for most people.

The Run Testers believes the Vaporfly 4 is now a shorter-distance shoe for most people.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 feels lighter on the feet, more like a short-distance shoe, and nippier than the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 feels so light on the feet that you can pick up the pace quickly, and it feels nippy and close to the ground in the forefoot.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 feels very light, very nippy on the feet, and really good for shorter sessions and intervals.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 is more connected and faster to return than the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers finds the Vaporfly 4 still has softness.

The Run Testers has done about 50K in the Vaporfly 4 and has not destroyed the rubber on the outsole, indicating improved outsole rubber quality at the back.

The Run Testers observes the Vaporfly 4 has a central channel in the midsole that can catch more stones than the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers observes the Vaporfly 4 midsole has lower stack than the Vaporfly 3, reducing weight and foam volume.

The Run Testers prefers the Vaporfly 4 to the Vaporfly 3, mainly because of the reduced stack height.

The Run Testers speculates the lighter, lower-stack, more minimal Vaporfly 4 may be more suited to the upper limit of a half marathon than a full marathon for some runners.

The Run Testers states he would not use the Vaporfly 4 for a marathon because it does not have enough stack height or foam for him.

The Run Testers states the Vaporfly 4 is an improvement over the Vaporfly 3.

The Run Testers would choose the Vaporfly 4 to race up to the half marathon and would even likely choose it for the marathon.

EDDBUD believes if you are a lighter runner, you can probably get away with the marathon in the Nike Vaporfly 4.

EDDBUD considers the Nike Vaporfly 4 'a really great race shoe with a very light weight relieved midsole.'

EDDBUD describes the Nike Vaporfly 4 as 'a very narrow shoe back here in the heel,' noting many other carbon racers have more surface area there.

EDDBUD finds the Nike Vaporfly 4 'just dynamite for speed sessions' and says it leaves legs feeling less fatigued, speculating that may be due to the super low weight.

EDDBUD finds the Nike Vaporfly 4 'superb on faster efforts' and excellent for sessions incorporating race paces.

EDDBUD notes a little bit of paint coming off the foam on the Nike Vaporfly 4, flaking away, but says it's not a big deal.

EDDBUD notes they have done a few carbon races over the 40-mile bracket but finds those shoes overkill; they feel the Nike Vaporfly 4 fits a specific category with a 'nice bouncy super light feel on foot' without wallowing in a huge stack of foam.

EDDBUD observes substantial foam cutouts in the Nike Vaporfly 4 designed to lower weight.

EDDBUD reports decent grip from the forefoot rubber section on the Nike Vaporfly 4 even in wetter conditions, with no visible wear.

EDDBUD reports outsole grip and traction on the Nike Vaporfly 4 have been 'absolutely fine.'

EDDBUD states if they were to race a 5k or 10k in the near future, they would go for the Nike Vaporfly 4.

EDDBUD states the Nike Vaporfly 4 fits a narrower foot, which they have.

EDDBUD states the Nike Vaporfly 4 weighs under 200 g in their size.

EDDBUD suggests the Nike Vaporfly 4 will be categorized as one that goes up to the half marathon for some people.

EDDBUD 's only real worry about durability of the Nike Vaporfly 4 is the 'very, very thin columns of foam,' speculating that stepping on debris could tear into them.

EDDBUD believes the Vaporfly 4 is not everybody's marathon shoe now like the original Vaporfly Next% was.

EDDBUD finds the Vaporfly 4 is okay for anything up to sort of half marathon distance for him.

EDDBUD observes that Nike limited the stack back a little bit on the Vaporfly 4 just to make the shoe that bit lighter.

EDDBUD observes that pairs of the Vaporfly 4 (the fourth iteration) are available in many colorways on sale and can be bought almost anywhere.

EDDBUD reports that a pair of the Vaporfly 4 (fourth iteration) can be bought for £125 in a sale.

EDDBUD speculates that the Nike Vaporfly 4 'are still right up there' in quality.

EDDBUD applauds Nike for lowering the weight of the Vaporfly 4 and notes the insole sits very close to the foam.

EDDBUD describes the Vaporfly 4 midsole foam as feeling like polystyrene and says hitting a stone tore a piece of foam out, which he had to glue back.

EDDBUD finds the Vaporfly 4 light and nimble.

EDDBUD finds the Vaporfly 4 upper a better fit than the Vaporfly 3, which had an overly generous toe box.

EDDBUD finds the Vaporfly 4's forefoot rubber formula improved and more durable than previous versions.

EDDBUD finds the Vaporfly 4's midsole feels hollow, speculating this is due to the large cutout, and says it compresses without bouncing back as much as past versions.

EDDBUD likes the improved toe-box height of the Vaporfly 4 and finds it slightly less generous than the Vaporfly 3, which he considers better.

EDDBUD measures the Nike Vaporfly 4 (UK 11 / US 12) heel stack at about 39 mm and forefoot stack at about 33 mm.

EDDBUD mentions the price of the Vaporfly 4 has plummeted with discounts as low as £145.

EDDBUD observes that the painted layer on Vaporfly 4 ZoomX shoes starts to peel away and become powdery.

EDDBUD observes the Vaporfly 4 provides impact protection but the foam does not return to shape and form as quickly as previous Vaporfly versions.

EDDBUD says at a discount the Vaporfly 4 is a fun shoe suitable for 5K or 10K if you want something super light on foot.

EDDBUD says he paid retail (£245) for the Vaporfly 4 and does not feel he got value; he considers the shoe not worth that price given other options with better stacks and durability.

EDDBUD says the Vaporfly 4 traction on wet, slippery surfaces is poor; during toe-off on wet surfaces the shoe does not grab, causing sliding.

EDDBUD states the Vaporfly 4's traction does not feel as good as the rubber on the Hoka Rocket X 3, Metaspeed Sky Tokyo, or Alphafly 3.

EDDBUD states the rear rubber sections of the Vaporfly 4 do not do much to protect the fragile midsole material.

[Reviewer Ed Bud describes] The Nike Vaporfly 4 as 'a nimble racer' suitable for distances up to half marathon.

[Reviewer Ed Bud describes] The Nike Vaporfly 4 as 'one of the best race shoe deals you're going to get right now'.

[Reviewer Ed Bud reports] The Nike Vaporfly 4 has a full size run on sale at sportsshoes.com for £144, which the reviewer describes as 'mad' and 'a steal'.

[Reviewer Ed Bud reports] The Nike Vaporfly 4 has a retail price of £240, which the reviewer finds was 'a bit overpriced'.

Yowana finds the Vaporfly 4 feels flat in the forefoot.

Yowana finds the Vaporfly 4 is the worst Vaporfly version yet.

Yowana prefers the Vaporfly 2 over the Vaporfly 4, calling the Vaporfly 2 'heat' and noting its ZoomX foam feels 'so good'.

Marathon Handbook advises staying away from the Vaporfly 4 if you're looking for the fastest racing shoe out there because this one isn't it.

Marathon Handbook finds the Vaporfly 4 is definitely not the fastest shoe out there yet, but feels great.

Marathon Handbook gives the Vaporfly 4 a performance rating of 7.1, stating it just doesn't quite have the bounce of other super shoes and he can think of many faster racing shoes he'd choose before it.

Marathon Handbook observes that the Vaporfly 4 fits pretty narrowly around the foot, so it may not be for people with wider feet or those who like extra space in the toe box.

Marathon Handbook observes that the Vaporfly 4 has a stack height 5 mm less than the industry standard of 40 mm.

Marathon Handbook observes that the Vaporfly 4 is 'the most normal feeling super shoe I've ever worn,' which is both good and bad.

Marathon Handbook speculates he would not race in the Vaporfly 4 because the AlphaFly 3, Adidas Adios Pro 4, and Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 have more muscle.

Marathon Handbook states that the Vaporfly 4 is Nike's lightest ever super shoe.

Marathon Handbook suggests the Vaporfly 4 might be good for milers, 5k runners, or those doing shorter road races than the marathon because it is agile around corners and can give fast turnover without pushing much weight around.

Marathon Handbook 's first impression is that Nike really went for lightness with the Vaporfly 4.

Sagasu Running expects to be focused on shorter distances (road mile, road 5K) in the coming months and then hopefully race a half marathon at the end of the year, probably in the Vaporfly 4.

Sagasu Running finds the Vaporfly 4 fast.

Sagasu Running observes that the Vaporfly 4 is a substantial update from the Vaporfly 3, which he loved.

Sagasu Running states that the Vaporfly 4 has returned the Vaporfly to the Vaporfly.

Sagasu Running states that the leg savingsness of the Vaporfly 4 is off the charts.

Sagasu Running still absolutely adores the Vaporfly 4.

jogoncrago states that for a 5k or half marathon, they would go with the Vaporfly 4 every day of the week over the Rocket X3.

jogoncrago classifies the New Balance SC Elite V5 as more of a half-marathon / marathon racing shoe, while the Nike Vaporfly 4 is much more aggressive for 5k and 10k; they would battle it out at half-marathon distance.

jogoncrago finds the Nike Vaporfly 4 feels a lot firmer, a lot snappier, and has a lot more road feel, especially through the forefoot, compared to the New Balance SC Elite V5.

jogoncrago states that if they were going for a faster race, the Nike Vaporfly 4 would win every day of the week over the New Balance SC Elite V5.

HUI observes that the Nike Vaporfly 4 bottoms out, specifically that the foam flattens out and feels compressed, starting around 17 km.

HUI observes that the Vaporfly 4 has a very narrow platform from the midfoot to the heel.

Road To Trail does not think the Nike Vaporfly 4 is up to par with the other top-level racing shoes currently available.

Road To Trail finds that being light is the Nike Vaporfly 4's best quality.

Road To Trail finds the ZoomX foam in the Nike Vaporfly 4 feels underwhelming compared to a lot of the other racing shoes available now.

Road To Trail observes that the Nike Vaporfly 4 has a low stack height.

Road To Trail observes that the Nike Vaporfly 4 is very light.

Road To Trail finds that every other carbon shoe they bought this year feels better than the Nike Vaporfly 4.

Road To Trail finds that the Nike Vaporfly 4 feels like a shoe that doesn't quite have that much juice in the midsole.

Road To Trail finds that the Nike Vaporfly 4 is very very light.

Road To Trail finds the Nike Vaporfly 4 is an excellent training shoe.

Road To Trail observes that Nike lowered the stack height on the Vaporfly 4, which is fine by them.

Road To Trail speculates that one-and-a-half to two years ago the Nike Vaporfly 4 would have been one of the best shoes out there, but finds that nowadays it cannot keep up with the competition anymore.

Road To Trail states they would not choose the Nike Vaporfly 4 for racing with the other options available now.

Road To Trail finds that the Nike Vaporfly 4 feels quite natural under foot and does not control the runner like the Puma Fast R3 does.

Road To Trail observes that the Nike Vaporfly 4 is extremely light and quite similar in weight to the Puma Fast R3 (149 g vs 156 g).

Road To Trail says this comparison has relegated the Nike Vaporfly 4 to a super trainer, which they find a bit sad.

Road To Trail states that they would theoretically race in the Nike Vaporfly 4, but considers the Puma Fast R3 just faster.

The Running Public (Brakken) has only done one workout in the Vaporfly 4 at the time of recording and needs to do more at different paces, but is not sold that it is a top-tier shoe on the market today.

The Running Public (Brakken) says in the Vaporfly 4 he does not feel the plate trying to make him do something, which he considers a good thing.

The Running Public speculates the reason he does not feel the plate doing what it wants in the Vaporfly 4 is because Nike lowered the shoe; he observes it is not a 39mm stack and is no longer a max-stacked shoe but a medium-stacked shoe, and by that nature it takes away how much curvature can be put in the plate.