Nike's Most Iconic Marathon Running Shoe Is 55% Off Right Now
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Why We Love This Deal
End-of-season running shoe deals are starting to pop up at places like Brooks and Saucony, but neither of them has anything on the early Black Friday sale at Nike. The deals on Nike running shoes happening right now are really exciting, especially when you consider that Nike’s vaunted Vaporfly 4 is nearly $150 off.
The Nike Vaporfly 4 is on sale for $122 during the early Black Friday sale, a hefty 55% discount from its normal price of $270. It’s available at that price in one colorway, Bright Crimson, and you’ll need to use the code ACCESS at checkout to unlock the full discount. Until this deal broke, Dick’s Sporting Goods had the best price on this shoe ($162), but Nike’s new discount completely blows that deal away.
Nike Vaporfly 4 Road Racing Shoes, $122 (was $270) at Nike
What Shoppers Should Know
- Colorways Available: 10 total, only 1 available for $122
- Sizes Available: 6-15
- Weight: 6.7 ounces
- Drop: 6mm
- Best Use Case: Road racing/marathons
This is one of Nike’s top-tier racing shoes, and it’s extremely rare to see such a deep discount on it with a full size range in stock. Well-cushioned yet incredibly lightweight, the original Vaporfly launched the “super shoe” craze, and now every running shoe brand has its own version of a lightweight, propulsive racing shoe.
While the Vaporfly has been overshadowed somewhat by the newer Alphafly, it remains a potent choice for marathon racing. The fourth iteration features a midsole made from Nike’s ultra-responsive ZoomX cushioning foam. The foam is paired with a full-length carbon fiber plate that stabilizes your foot and helps you get maximum shock absorption and bounce from the tall midsole.
The rest of the shoe is tuned for low weight: The engineered mesh upper has a porous structure that reduces bulk and boosts breathability, and the thin rubber outsole helps you get a good grip without chunky overlays at the bottom.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
The Vaporfly has received enthusiastic praise from Nike shoppers, including both seasoned marathoners and casual runners alike. Reviewers love the shoe’s feathery weight and bouncy, propulsive cushioning, which makes it easier to pick up the pace and maintain faster speeds for longer.
One reviewer called the Vaporfly “super fast and an absolute joy to run in,” and another said it’s the “best racing shoe ever.” A third reviewer summed it up by attesting to what most are likely wondering, saying, “The hype is real.”
Nike’s premium racing shoes usually command price tags north of $200, but this deal makes the Vaporfly 4 surprisingly affordable—at just $122, it costs even less than most brands’ daily trainers. This speedy racing shoe won’t stay in stock long at this price, so grab your pair today before your size sells out.