Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 8.9 oz · 46/36mm stack · 10mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.
How it ranks
The Nike Air Zoom Tempo NEXT% is one of the strongest daily trainers in our data. Looks and cushioning are its strongest sub-ratings. Value scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating is based on 32 runner reviews.
Confidence
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Confidence
95 Very high
Based on
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“Firm lockdown and forefoot cushion combine to make you feel like you could run forever.”
“Extremely tight around the midfoot; stock lacing pattern can easily cause considerable pain.”
“Wore a single pair for over 1000 miles.”
“Fast, springy shoe providing excellent forward propulsion.”
“Makes me feel like I'm leaning forward when running.”
“Holds up well after hundreds of miles.”
“Great energy return. Great cushioning equals great recovery.”
“Traction is subpar; not recommended to run on wet or slippery surfaces.”
“First run felt bizarrely unstable, but ended up being my go-to mile eaters.”
“Lasted about 800 miles, wish they lasted longer.”
“Heavier and not as much energy return as super shoes.”
“Off-the-ground feel, which feels somewhat unnatural.”
“Has the same kind of propulsive feel.”
“Has traction problems when wet.”
“The ZoomX foam makes it lively.”
“Very surprised about the durability.”
“Can do all training in them.”
“Tend to make a squeaking noise.”
“Very smooth run.”
“They are pricey.”
“The only drawback is the price.”
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5/5
Overall
Very good but not a good shot to kick around in after it’s retired. The Zoom Air Pod makes it look awkward. The ZoomX foam makes it lively. Fly knit upper is a plus.
Anonymous runner · Jul 7, 2023
10 mpw training for a half marathon
5/5
Overall
I love this shoe for tempo runs or even punchier long runs. It doesn't have a super rigid carbon plate (some kind of composite I believe), but it has the same kind of propulsive feel. I've run hundreds of miles in the shoe and it holds up well.
Anonymous runner · Jun 9, 2023
training for a marathon came from the Saucony Endorphin Speed 2
5/5
Overall
Pros: Fast, springy shoe providing excellent forward propulsion. Workable at all paces from easy to race pace; performs exceptionally well in and around the tempo pace range, where the firm lockdown and forefoot cushion combine to make you feel like you could run forever. Aesthetic and well-designed too.
Cons: Extremely tight around the midfoot; stock lacing pattern can easily cause the wearer considerable pain. Those with wider feet especially may need to change the lacing pattern. Traction is subpar; not recommended to run on wet or slippery surfaces in these.
Overall: A useful and affordable addition to any shoe lineup. Highly recommended.
Anonymous runner · Jun 9, 2023
15 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Saucony Endorphin Speed 2
5/5
Overall
Very surprised about the durability of the Tempos. I've used for long runs and workouts, and have even used as an everyday trainer after a few hundred miles. Expensive if paying full price ($200), but can occassionally find them on sale.
Anonymous runner · Jun 1, 2023
training for a marathon
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jun 1, 2023
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