Nike Alphafly 3 Reviews

Awesome for the marathon but less fun for shorter runs.

With about 100 miles in the shoe, including a 20-mile long run and a marathon-length run, it proved very stable for a carbon racer, with a great upper and little change in feel at 100 miles. They dislike the crunchy, plasticky feel of the air pods, weak grip on a damp track, visible midsole and outsole wear, and a slightly heavy, dated foam. It suits long runs but does not stand out.

They own several pairs of the Alphafly 3 and still call it their clear favourite among the super shoes they have tried. They describe it as user friendly and usable over very long distances as well as at high speed.

A long-time Nike fan who loves the Alphafly 3 and still uses it as their main marathon shoe for now.

They own both the Alphafly 3 and the Adios Pro 4 and call the Nike still an incredible shoe, preferring it for marathons despite the Adidas having better numbers.

A runner ran their first marathon in the Alphafly 3 and says it lives up to the hype.

'The Return of the King.' Comfortable, light, fast and bouncy, everything a race-day shoe should be. One tester puts it as 'this shoe and the rest'. Another also likes rivals but rates it uniquely. The previous version had twisted one tester's knee; this one fixes the platform.

Testers praise the 24g weight drop, terrific upper, smoothest transition yet in the line and strong energy return. Cons: the Zoom Air pods feel mechanical, it may not suit those wanting an aggressive racer, and the laces do all the lockdown. One tester got arch rubbing at ~16 miles.

Nike's best racer yet: lighter and more aggressive than the AF2, comfortable for marathons, and it helps you hold pace when tired. No undue wear after 80 miles. Very expensive.

After 41 miles including a 21-mile progression run, found the Alphafly 3 very bouncy at first, then thoroughly enjoyable, stable and with a superior upper.