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Nike Zoom Elite 10

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 8.2 oz (men's) · 18/14mm stack · 4mm drop

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.

How it ranks

The Nike Zoom Elite 10’s rating is an early estimate. We’ve collected 5 runner reviews so far, with brand history also informing the score.

Nike Zoom Elite 10

of 4

Decent

71
Overall
71
Appearance
86
Value
80
Comfort
66
Cushioning
66
Durability
64
Confidence

Confidence

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Confidence

67 Moderate

67

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What runners say

“The ride hits a sweet spot with good cushioning and responsiveness while providing excellent ground feel.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Cheap, lighter shoe that lasts as long as the Pegasus for less money.”
5/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Ghost 11
“Typically get 300 miles out of the Elite series; shoes show their age beyond that.”
4/5 Full review 85 mpw training for a marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Upper fit is slightly tighter than most daily trainers, but not as snug as a racing flat.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Does not grip well on wet pavement.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Needs to be replaced around 300 miles.”
5/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a half marathon
“Expected to wear down quickly.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Excellent traction on dry surfaces and tracks.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“Provides just enough support to resolve lower leg issues.”
5/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Ghost 11
“Narrow fit (works well for narrow feet).”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6
“More cushion tends to hurt my feet.”
5/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a half marathon

Prefer this shoe over another

33% 2/6

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Pros

  • Value draws 5.0 out of 5, the highest mark of any dimension, with reviewers calling it a cheap shoe that lasts as long as a Pegasus.
  • Runners use it for tempo work and daily mileage alike, one at up to 85 miles a week.
  • Light at 8.2 oz on an 18mm stack and a 4mm drop.

Cons

  • Cushioning and durability each draw 3.8 out of 5, the lowest marks of any dimension, and reviewers replace them near 300 miles.
  • Reviewers say there is not much cushioning, so runners wanting a softer ride should look elsewhere.

Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale

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Better Shoes Rating

Zoom Elite 10 rates 71. This shoe has moderate confidence. See how we rate shoes.

Runner Ratings

5 ratings
5/5 3
4/5 2
3/5 0
2/5 0
1/5 0

Specs & fit

Sizing and ride details at a glance.

Weight
8.2 oz (men's)
Release
2018 Q3
Stack
18/14mm
Drop
4mm

Runner reviews

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Hi

4/5

Overall

Yup

Anonymous runner · Jul 11, 2019

30 mpw training for sprints came from the Nike LunarEpic Low 2

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

Nike Zoom Elite 10

5/5

Overall

The Zoom Elite series is a shoe that gets pigeonholed as a flat / speedwork type shoe sometimes. However, I use it on the track and on the roads for all sorts of training. It's also my primary mileage shoe, which I've run up to 85 mpw with for extended periods of time. Does break down faster than other shoes, needs to be replaced around 300 miles I'd say, and the cushioning isn't much obviously. Personally, this works for me, and more cushion tends to hurt my feet.

Anonymous runner · Jul 3, 2019

70 mpw training for a half marathon

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
2/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Best nike shoe for all around training

5/5

Overall

I am on my 4th pair of elites that I've ran in and I have no complaints. A cheap shoe that is lighter lasts just as long as the pegasus for cheaper. I have had lower leg issues in the past running in the Pegasus and these provide just enough support to resolve those issues.

Anonymous runner · Jan 10, 2019

70 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Ghost 11

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

Minimal Changes to a Versatile Shoe

5/5

Overall

After putting in about 50 miles, I can say that the Elite 10 is nearly identical to the Elite 9. The only noticeable changes are in the upper. The basic construction is the same, but the ventilation holes in the 10 are slightly smaller than in the 9, and the 10 adds a small reflective patch in the back that is nearly identical to the Pegasus 35. The upper fit is slightly tighter than most daily trainers, but not as snug as a racing flat. The shoe is narrow (which works well for my narrow foot), but most people will likely find that there is plenty of room. The tongue is minimal, the heel has an internal counter and a comfortable fit, and the flywire lacing works well. The midsole is unchanged - containing a forefoot zoom air bag surrounded by Cushlon foam. The ride hits a sweet spot with good cushioning and responsiveness while providing excellent ground feel. The sole also seems identical to the Elite 9. The good news is that it provides excellent traction on dry surfaces and tracks. The bad news is that it does not grip well on wet pavement and I expect it to wear down quickly, just like the 9. It compares well to the adidas Boston - a shoe that some think of as a daily trainer, some use for faster days, and others race in. It could also be thought of as a stripped down Pegasus 35 - slightly tighter fit, noticeably lighter, and slightly less cushioned. The upper looks great and loses the faded colorways from the 9. Nike cut the list price from $120 to $100 for the updated version, but several colorways have gone on sale quickly.

baugustjohnson · Nov 16, 2018

50 mpw training for a half marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6

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

Nike Elite 10, must have tempo shoe

4/5

Overall

The Nike Elite 10 didn't change much from the Elite 9 model, but that's not a bad thing. The Nike Elite 9 served me well through many uptempo runs and the Elite 10 had that identical feel. Whenever I wanted to run marathon pace I'd throw these shoes on and work my way down. They aren't your everyday trainer but serve a vital purpose in my shoe rotation when building up for marathons. The Nike Elite 10 fall victim to the same problems (most) other Nike shoes fall into, durability. I can typically get 300 miles out of the Elite series, but anything more than that and the shoes begins to show its age. That being said, I don't find that being a problem as it's not my everyday trainer so the miles add up slower than your typical everyday trainer.

Anonymous runner · Oct 16, 2018

85 mpw training for a marathon came from the adidas adizero Boston 6

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

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Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
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Pronation
Neutral
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Weight
8.2 oz (men's)
9.9 oz
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Stack
18/14mm
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Drop
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Release
2018 Q3
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Ratings
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71 Decent
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Comfort
66 Below average
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Cushioning
66 Below average
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64 Below average
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Appearance
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Value
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