Long before Nike became a dominant force in global sportswear, it was a breath of fresh air within stateside running, in particular track & field. The last handful of decades have seen the Oregon-based institution innovate for the sport time and time again, disrupting the industry while assisting athletes achieve what had previously been thought of as impossible. The last year has seen the Nike Running team revamp its road-ready footwear lineup in an ambitious effort that's paid off.
Rooted in three long-standing franchises, the current range of performance models delivers both familiar and new experiences across a trio of editions: Icon, Plus, and Premium. Standard versions within the Pegasus, Structure, and Vomero lines continue to provide neutral, cushioned rides, but the remaining two enhance the underfoot experience and experiment with foam and Nike Air, respectively.
Nike Running's focus on cushioning has won over skeptics, satisfied longtime fans, and invited non-runners to try the sport for the first time. A side-by-side comparison of all current offerings demonstrates the brand's variety of styles.
Prior to 2025, savvy and casual runners alike were left to keep track of a lineup that included franchises born in recent history. Nike's decision to consolidate its offerings not only makes the discovery and decision-making processes easier for athletes, but also demonstrates its focus on the sport that started it all.
Both the Vomero 18 and Vomero Plus have become go-to choices for everyday runners. Their use of ReactX and ZoomX foam have made running enjoyable to a lot of folks who previously swore against the activity. Faithful walkers have also taken a liking to the silhouettes, which are available in a number of different color schemes.
Pegasus Premium and Vomero Premium designs have upped the ante to much fanfare. The duo takes advantage of Nike's game-changing Zoom Air technology, coupling different styles of units with already-responsive foam compounds to create running experiences unlike many others on the market. Their elevated price tags are warranted by the innovation jam-packed into their builds, which have helped Elite athletes train for this year's Abbott World Marathon Majors.
Over the next few months, the Swoosh is expected to unveil its Structure Plus and Structure Premium designs. Historically less flashy than its counterparts, the Nike Structure delivers oft-overlooked assistance to those with non-normal pronation patterns.
World-class athletes like Cole Hocker (1,500 meters Gold Medalist) and Jakob Ingebrigtsen (5,000 meters Gold medalist) wear by the Structure line.
Visit Nike.com/Running to browse hundreds of footwear, apparel, and accessories options for all your running needs. You can also try out the Nike Running Shoe Finder right now to see what works best for you.
