Responsive and fast!
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Aug 9, 2019
40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the HOKA Hupana Flow
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 4/5
- Value
- 4/5
Nike Zoom Fly SP (Special Project)
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 14.0 oz (women's) · 33/23mm stack · 10mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.
How it ranks
The Nike Zoom Fly SP (Special Project) is one of the strongest daily trainers in our data. Looks and cushioning are its strongest sub-ratings. Durability scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating is based on 19 runner reviews.
Good
Confidence
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Confidence
93 High
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What runners say
“The shoe seems to propel you forward. Like the Kinvara, but MUCH better.”
“Responsive to changes in pace and the plated rocker keeps them springy and light whilst not sacrificing comfort.”
“Extremely lightweight and well cushioned; propels you forward.”
“Bottom tread breaks down immediately unless you're a perfect foot striker; wears out too quickly.”
“Built for fast days; wants to go fast.”
“Runs small; size up at least half”
“Size up”
“The rocker shifts weight from back to front, preserving momentum and maximizing energy return.”
“Amazing cushioning while very responsive”
“Go up a half size.”
“Best suited for higher intensity training; wouldn't recommend for easy-paced long runs.”
“Can tear your Achilles region without socks.”
“Size up half a size”
“Great feeling of propulsion”
“Size up half compared to other Nike shoes”
“One of the greatest high performance practice/racing shoes ever made”
“Makes you feel capable of extra mileage even when tight”
“Stiff forefoot with minimal give”
“Comfortable, stable, with great bouncy feeling”
“The lightest of the three versions”
“Runs small compared to regular Zoom Fly”
“Shines at speed”
“Holds up through 200-250 miles”
Prefer this shoe over another
61% 14/23
Where to buy
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Prices updated daily. Last checked Oct 22.
Pros
- Reviewers describe a fast, propulsive ride that still feels cushioned.
- Runners call it light and use it for tempo runs and racing.
- Three reviewers say their legs feel fresher after long runs and marathons.
Cons
- Durability averages 3.6 out of 5, the lowest of its six dimensions, and three reviewers say the outsole wears through early.
- Twelve of the nineteen reviewers say it runs small and advise going up half a size.
- Four reviewers find the forefoot stiff until it breaks in.
Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale
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Specs & fit
Sizing and ride details at a glance.
- Weight
- 14.0 oz (women's)
- Release
- 2018 Q3
- MSRP
- $150
- Stack
- 33/23mm
- Drop
- 10mm
Runner reviews
Love it so far
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jul 16, 2019
35 mpw training for a marathon came from the ASICS GEL-Kayano 25
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
The Nike Zoom Fly SP
4/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jul 13, 2019
30 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 35
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 4/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 5/5
- Value
- 5/5
Nike Zoom fly sp
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jul 8, 2019
25 mpw training for a half marathon came from the ASICS GEL-Cumulus 19
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 4/5
- Value
- 5/5
Great Shoe
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jul 6, 2019
75 mpw training for a marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Fly 2
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 5/5
- Value
- 5/5
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