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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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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jan 7, 2025 · summarized

Mixed

They found the Vaporfly 2 amazing but it died at around 150 miles.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jan 13, 2024 · summarized

Negative

Both of this runner's Vaporfly Next% 2 pairs had sole separation within 100-odd miles.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Oct 17, 2023 · summarized

Negative

After two 6-mile runs in the Vaporfly Next% 2 before a first marathon, the sole already appeared to be breaking down.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jun 27, 2023 · summarized

Negative

The Vaporfly Next% 2's adhesive was coming off both shoes after about 21 km of speed work and a 5K race.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Dec 31, 2022 · summarized

Negative

This runner's Vaporfly Next% 2 had an adhesive failure on its first run.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Oct 31, 2022 · summarized

Negative

After 164 miles of road races, this runner's Vaporfly Next% 2 wore down to the plate on one foot.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Oct 7, 2022 · summarized

Negative

A 152 lb forefoot striker who has run through five pairs of Vaporflys says the shoe is done for them at about 170 miles, when the compressed foam turns firm and unpleasant.

Reddit · r/running · Oct 6, 2022 · summarized

Mixed

Used one pair of the Vaporfly Next% 2 as a daily trainer and measured about 7–8 mm of heel foam compaction after 125 miles plus walking.

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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.