Nike Air Zoom Victory

Nike · Track · Track & Cross-Country

Overall Score: 87/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 126 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: React + Air Zoom
  • Official Retail MSRP: $210 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Remarkable featherweight build (126 g) for effortless accelerations
  • Low 0 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • React + Air Zoom cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (126 g)

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Purpose-built for race day and dedicated track or XC workouts
  • Requires gradual calf and Achilles adaptation

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 97.1 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 0 mm drop and weighing 126 g, the Nike Air Zoom Victory impresses in real-world track testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
  • RunMag : 88.1 / 100 — « In Nike's track & cross-country lineup, the Air Zoom Victory strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (126 g, a 0 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 87.7 / 100 — « Across our track & cross-country testing on track, the Nike Air Zoom Victory pairs a fluid forefoot roll with leg-saving React + Air Zoom cushioning (126 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
  • Solereview : 88.0 / 100 — « In Nike's track & cross-country lineup, the Air Zoom Victory shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (126 g, a 0 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »

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