Take your race day performance to new heights in the Nike Vaporfly 3, built with even more ZoomX foam than before for optimizes energy return and cushioning
- Offset
- 8 mm
- Weight
- 5.8 oz
- Support
- Neutral - Neutral shoes allow the foot to move and flex with minimal guidance.
- Cushion
- high

A Premium Road-Racing Shoe to Chase Down Your Personal Best
The Nike Vaporfly 3, also known as the Vaporfly NEXT% 3, is designed to be the top choice to maximize your race day efforts. Fine-tuned for optimal performance in distances ranging from the 10k up to the marathon, the Vaporfly 3 is the workhorse that will carry you to your next PR.
Nike ZoomX midsole foam has seen a boost, running the the full length of the foot, returning more energy than ever before. Within the midsole is a full-length carbon-fiber flyplate, increasing overall responsiveness and adding a propulsive sensation to each stride. You’ll notice a responsive and bouncy feel as soon as you lace-up, daring you to push the pace this time around.
Around the heel you can see a slight bulge, helping to add a little more stability while shaving a little weight in other places. Up top is the Flyknit yarn upper, crafted with engineered zones for enhanced fit, breathability, and performance. The soft feel mixed with high-performance material makes this one of the most personal-fitting Vaporfly to date.
Features & Benefits
- Full-length carbon fiber flyplate adds rigidity and propulsion
- Nike ZoomX midsole foam cushions each step with optimized energy return for a responsive and bouncy experience
- Redesigned heel adds a touch of stability while reducing weight
- Flyknit upper utilizes engineered zones for enhanced breathability and adds a soft, personalized fit
- Internal foam pod at heel seam adds a bit more extra cushioning to reduce friction
- Light padding on the tongue reduces pressure on the top of the foot from lacing
What’s New?
- New midsole geometry reduces weight and adds stability
- Slightly thinner outsole allows for a few extra millimeters of ZoomX foam for softer and smoother transitions
- New waffle outsole design with strategic perforations saves weight while maintaining multi-surface traction
- Offset heel seam adds a touch of cushioning to help reduce friction