Nike Zoom Fly 6
The Zoom Fly 6 is Nike's super trainer: a ZoomX core wrapped in a firmer SR-02 carrier with a full carbon Flyplate. It gives much of the plated race-day feel in a more durable, more stable package for tempo runs, marathon-pace work, and even racing on a budget. Heavier than a true super shoe, it is the training partner to the Vaporfly rather than a replacement.
Reach for the Nike Zoom Fly 6 for tempo days and intervals, long runs and race day. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Carbon-plated ride at a trainer price
- Durable enough for regular workouts
- Good marathon-training companion
- Noticeably heavier than race-day supershoes
- Firmer than full-ZoomX shoes
| Shoe | Cushion | Support | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| ASICS Novablast 5 | Maximum | Neutral | $150 | Analyze |
| ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| Brooks Glycerin 22 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
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