Nike Vaporfly 3

Name: Nike Vaporfly 3
Brand: Nike
Price: 250 USD

Race-day rocket built for high speeds.

Quick specs

CushionModerate

SupportNeutral

Drop8 mm

Heel stack40 mm

Toe boxStandard

Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot

Who it's for

Reach for the Nike Vaporfly 3 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.

Race daySpeed work

Pros

Fast
Light
Efficient

Cons

Expensive
Less stable

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Skill profile

Support42

Cushion68

Durability32

Popularity94

Price50

Versatility58

Lightness95

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats

$250Price (MSRP)

40 mmStack height

8 mmDrop

6.6 ozMen's weight

5.6 ozWomen's weight

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