Nike's most expensive shoe
isn't its finest, yet looks unlike none other. This year's edition comes with a
brand new upper, and carries over the same sole unit. The shoe might sport a brand new upper look,
but is still based on the same 2014 Air bag unit. The new upper looks aesthetically
striking and so does the treatment of the Max Air bag, with graphic prints and
color graduation featuring for the first time on this model. Obviously,
cosmetic window dressing makes no difference to the midsole functionality
whatsoever, but the change in upper design results in a couple of fit related
tweaks.
Insole is
the same as what was the year before, a few millimetres of anatomically shaped
foam placed over the strobel and midsole.This adds a layer of responsive
softness to what is a firm ride, and would be mistaken by some to be the
cushioning coming from the Air bag.The stiff
outsole doesn’t help much in cushioning too, as they completely lack
articulation or grooves under the heel.
Transition is one of the better areas, as material sameness underneath
the foot helps the weight transfer feel uniform. Flexibility isn’t bad either,
as deep grooves are inset within outsole forefoot, helping that area bend
better.
Taking into account the lighter weight, these are the only
functional updates you’re likely to discover during a run. From a running usage
standpoint, Nike’s alpha-priced running sneaker has always been about more show
than go. That’s all the shoe has ever been.
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