Jeff runs 30 miles per week on roads and trails around Denver, CO (and sometimes on the treadmill when the weather gets too much for a Phoenix native). Jeff is the token slow runner of the RTR lineup, and as such his viewpoints on shoe and gear can differ from those who routinely finish marathons in three hours or less. Sam: Ride is duller, denser, heavier and dated compared to some of its competition. Jeff: Shoe got 16g heavier since last year in my sizeĪdam: Feels a lot harsher midfoot striking than it does heel striking Sam: Far more comfortable upper than 37, yet still Peg secure and locked inĪdam/Sam: Upper is thick which makes the shoe somewhat heavy Sam: Protective well cushioned, stable ride Sam: Solid value at $120 for a durable workhorse of a shoe that can handle most all training from slow and easy to workouts. $120.Īdam/Sam: Comfortably wide toe box, good heel holdĪdam/Sam: Versatile outsole and stable cushioning for a variety of terrains and paces Stack Height: 23mm (forefoot) / 33mm (heel), 10mm offsetĪvailable now in many colors and also in wide. We gave this shoe our best overall running shoe in our roundup of the best Nike running shoes due to its versatility and durability, but if you're not willing to spend upwards of $100 on a pair of running shoes, now might be a good time to pick up a pair of the Nike Pegasus 37's, which are last season's stock, so will be discounted.Īlternatively, the Hoka One One Rincon 3 is also a brilliant all-rounder and was the most affordable shoe in our roundup of best running shoes for 2021. But if you pick up the Pegasus 38, you won't be disappointed.Estimated Weight: men's 9.92 oz / 281g (US9) / women's / (US8) This is a fantastic shoe for beginners who want to feel comfortable, stable, and supported as they move. It’s also well-built and durable, so for $120 you can expect to get hundreds of miles out of this shoe. This is a wonderfully reliable shoe - you can wear it for your first 5K, or your fifth marathon, and pretty much everything in between. With the Nike Pegasus 38, Nike has built on the updates made to the Pegasus 37. Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38: Verdictįor a shoe to be in its 38th iteration, it must be doing something right. When testing the Pegasus 38, I clocked upwards of 50-miles in the shoe and spotted no signs of wear or tear to the outsole. This doesn’t mean it can’t pick up the pace when you need it to it just means old-school Pegasus fans might pine for the firmer snap of the Pegasus 36 on faster days. The Pegasus 38 was absolutely brilliant during my warm-up and for easy miles, but unlike other versions of the Pegasus, it didn’t have the same energy return during faster sessions. Out of the box, the Pegasus 38 was extremely comfortable I found I was able to run in it straight away, with no pressure or blisters. (Image credit: Nike) Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 review: Performance The laceless design allows all athletes to slip the shoe on and off with one hand using the zip, and then tighten the webbing across the foot for the perfect fit.

The Pegasus 38 features Nike's Flyease entry system. The shoe looks great on and off the run, making it a popular choice for runners who want a shoe they can wear in the gym or on hikes at the weekend (although this might shorten the life of the running shoe).

Right out of the box, it’s a comfortable shoe and should fit most runners well (unless you have an especially high instep or wide foot). The Pegasus 38 fits true to size (although, as with all running shoes, it’s worth sizing up compared to your daily trainer). They’ve also fixed the shallow heel cup of the Pegasus 37, which many runners found caused blisters on the run. In fact, the only real differences between the Pegasus 37 and the Pegasus 38 can be found in the fit and the upper - the toe box is wider, the laces do up slightly differently and there’s cushioning beneath the tongue for a comfier fit. Like the Pegasus 37, the Pegasus 38 contains Nike’s responsive React foam, which is lightweight and offers a good amount of underfoot cushioning. Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 review: Design and fit

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