![]() The upper is plenty breathable with its wide-mesh construction and even though it has a thick 9.0mm padded tongue, the shoe didn’t feel hot on my feet. This shoe is comfortable on pavement and mild dirt running paths, which is a nice element for a do-it-all style of shoe like this. The outsole also features 2.2mm lugs giving it extra grip on varied terrain. The full-rubber outsole is generously thick at 4.4mm (average outsoles are just 3.5mm), and the rubber is firm at 88.5HC on the durometer (compared to an average of 80.5HC), meaning the shoe should wear slowly and have plenty of life. The shoe seems well built with plenty of welded overlays on the upper to keep debris out and act as an added layer of protection against abrasion. The Run Swift 2 isn’t all that swift… At 10.3 ounces (291g) it’s more of a clunker than a light and nimble shoe built for speed.Īgain, I see this as more of a performance sneaker than a true running shoe because of the weight here. The flex was affected just 3% compared to the average shoe being 35.3% stiffer at cold temps. I actually think they look sweet and feel good enough to wear walking around in.Īnother positive is this shoe didn’t seem to stiffen up much in our freezer tests. Honestly, for me, it’s a bit dull and I wouldn’t want to run these for anything longer than a recreational jog, but where I so dig them is just as a town sneaker. The outsole makes some "popping noise," several reviewers find it "bothersome.Your browser does not support the video tag. It doesn't have much room in the forefoot, foot motions are restrained It makes a lot of noise It has a "plastic-like" feel to it, many have experienced abrasion and pain.įor runners with narrow to medium-width feet, the Nike Swift Run fits awesome. A lot have reported that they lost their footing when cornering. Because of this experts think it has "limited stability."Īnd this has been proven to be true, especially during sharp turns. The Phylon midsole doesn't hit the right spot between rigidity and softness. If you're a sucker for a stable ride, the Nike Swift Run is not it The upper is still intact and so is the outsole.Īll this for only $70. "It doesn't wear down easily." - This is how long-term users describe the Nike Run Swift's strength.Įven after hundreds of miles, the midsole is still not bottoming out. Top quality doesn't always mean premium price So much so, there are NO reports of slips.Īlong with the overlays, it steps up the shoe's overall lockdown for a more precise and confident fit. The Nike Flywire holds the foot in place. Pretty much, the Run Swift is almost identical to the Nike Air Zoom Structure in terms of comfort. It's soft and pliable, those who clock up long miles don't find their feet "beat-up."Īpart from delivering a plush sensation, the midsole also absorbs impact. The shoe's Phylon midsole is the mastermind behind all its cushiness. The Nike Run Swift takes care of the feet It's light and thin, most runners state that their feet never felt hot in the shoe. Thanks to the mesh upper of the shoe, airflow is amplified. It barely has any weight they forgot about it. But on the run, almost all agree that it's the "exact opposite." On paper (9.4 oz in US M 9), the Nike Run Swift ain't the lightest. ![]() Consider these speed training shoes instead. If you want to up your pace, forget the Nike Run Swift.
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