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Nike ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2 Reviews

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Most runners call the Vaporfly NEXT% 2 very fast and light, best for races from the 5K to the half marathon.

80Signal score

55% positive

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Blog · Tom’s Guide – Jane McGuire · summarized

Positive

Jane McGuire found it fast and trampoline-like, with no rubbing over 26.2 miles and more stability than the Alphafly. It is not the most durable, and feet go numb on cold starts.

Blog · Believe in the Run – Thomas, Meaghan · summarized

Positive

Still the top marathon shoe for one tester, with a more breathable, roomier upper. Both slam the gaping heel collar: you have to cinch the laces until it cuts off circulation.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Mar 19, 2023 · summarized

Positive

Prefers the Vaporfly Next% 2 to the Alphafly 1 for a full marathon; it is snappier and changes gears easily, though it lacks the Alphafly's dramatic roll.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jan 19, 2023 · summarized

Positive

Loved the Vaporfly Next% 2 in a first sub-3:00 marathon, finding it hard to go back to the Hoka Rincon they trained in.

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What do runners say about Nike ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2?

Most runners call the Vaporfly NEXT% 2 very fast and light, best for races from the 5K to the half marathon. Fit is a recurring problem, with narrow or tight feel, heel slip and blisters for some, and several see the foam and outsole wear quickly. Some find it hard on the calves or too aggressive for a marathon.

Is Nike ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2 worth it?

Of the 84 reviews with a clear verdict, 55% are positive, 19% mixed and 26% negative. The praise mentioned most is fast. The most common complaint is heel slip.

What are the most common complaints about Nike ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2?

The complaints reviewers mention most: heel slip (1 review) and wears out fast (1 review). For example: Couldn't get the Vaporfly Next% 2 to lock down properly and prefers the Tempo Next% for a half marathon.

Where do these Nike ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2 reviews come from?

We collected and summarized 84 experiences shared on Reddit, blogs and YouTube, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.