Nike ZoomX Streakfly

Neutral · Road · 6.5 oz · 6mm drop · 31/25mm stack

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.

How it ranks

The Nike ZoomX Streakfly rates in the 87th percentile overall among racing shoes. Its strongest dimension is looks (98th percentile); its weakest is durability (1st). Of 15 runners who came to it from another shoe, 13 preferred it to what they ran before.

Based on 24 runner reviews.

Nike ZoomX Streakfly

/ 5

Very good

Overall rating

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

Better Shoes Rating

Very good (89/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 87% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

89/100
Overall

Overall rating

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

Better Shoes Rating

Very good (89/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 87% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

89
Appearance

Appearance rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (98/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 98% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

98
Cushioning

Cushioning rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Very good (86/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 82% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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86
Value

Value rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Very good (80/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 72% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

80
Comfort

Comfort rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Good (76/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 59% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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76
Durability

Durability rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Bottom-tier (50/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 1% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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50

What runners say

“Feel like spikes during track workouts and cushioned trainers during longer runs”
Isaac 800m guy 5/5 Full review
“Got plantar fasciitis from how unprotective/unsupportive they are on road”
BrainCelll 4/5 Full review
“Got torn up quickly; lasted only one season”
Brandon Mundorf 4/5 Full review
“Neutral ride with nice road feel; not much cushion but enough for minimalist preferences”
5/5 Full review
“Used off-track, they'll get pulled apart by small stones”
BrainCelll 4/5 Full review
“No plate means less impact for injury-prone runners”
5/5 Full review
“Bouncy and doesn't corner well in road races”
4/5 Full review
“Fits pretty tight compared to other Nike running shoes”
4/5 Full review
“First run can be a bit unstable for the ankle until the inner gets your foot's imprint”
BrainCelll 4/5 Full review
“About 200 miles total durability expected”
4/5 Full review

Prefer this shoe over another

64% 14/22

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.

Cons

  • When this shoe gets compared to supershoes it comes up short.

Reader Ratings

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So comfortable for running but expensive

Murad Durrani · Aug 11, 2023

4/5

Overall


The Nike ZoomX Streakfly undoubtedly stands out as a top-tier option in the realm of performance running shoes. While it boasts impressive comfort and advanced technology, its premium price tag may leave some potential buyers hesitant.
When it comes to comfort, the ZoomX Streakfly truly shines. The incorporation of Nike's innovative ZoomX cushioning technology provides an unparalleled level of responsiveness and energy return. This feature, coupled with the shoe's lightweight construction, makes it a perfect companion for long-distance runs or high-intensity training sessions. The cushioning not only absorbs impact effectively but also propels you forward, assisting in reducing fatigue during extended workouts.

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
3/5
Value
5/5

Good Alternative to Spikes When Training

wanttobefaster23 · Aug 6, 2023

4/5

Overall

This shoe is the best option for High Intesity/Speed workouts other than spikes. The bonus is this shoe is much more comfortable and gentle on the feet than spikes, allowing you to keep on one shoe and run the whole workout without foot discomfort. While this shoe is good at sub 5 minute mile (3:07/km) I also find it good for slower repetitions as long as the goal is a workout. There are some cons with this shoe though. Firstly, the durability is not great due to the material this shoe is made out of. They are also not a stable shoe to do anything other than quicker efforts in, so I find that if I am lifting before my speed session, which I often do, I have to wear different shoes. Overall this shoe serves its purpose well, but is definitely not a daily trainer or a shoe for anything other than fast efforts.

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

Excellent Lightweight racing shoe

Anonymous runner · Jul 30, 2023

4/5

Overall

At 6.0 oz, this shoe is a perfect 5k/10k shoes.  No carbon plate, but otherwise very quick.  smooth ride.  Looks great.  Not durable enough for training.

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

Good shoes

Anonymous runner · Jul 29, 2023

4/5

Overall

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Jul 29, 2023

5/5

Overall

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

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Shoe properties
Type
Racing
Racing
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
6.5 oz M Lightest
9.4 oz M
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Stack
31/25mm
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Drop
6mm
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7mm
Release
2023 Q3
2024 Q3 Newest
2024 Q2
MSRP
$170
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$200
Best price
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$189.99
$149.99 Lowest price
Ratings
Overall
Very good (87%)
Exceptional (98%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Average (59%)
Exceptional (98%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Very good (82%)
Exceptional (97%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Bottom tier (1%)
Very good (84%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Exceptional (98%) Best appearance
Very good (81%)
Exceptional (97%)
Value
Good (72%)
Good (71%)
Very good (87%) Best value
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