Nike Free Run 5.0

Nike · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 75/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 175 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8.1 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: $110 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Remarkable featherweight build (175 g) for effortless accelerations
  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown
  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (175 g)
  • ZoomX midsole delivering responsive energy return

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings
  • Fierce competition at this price point

Expert Review Sources

  • Believe in the Run : 71.8 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the Nike Free Run 5.0 delivers an engaging, lively ride powered by its Nike proprietary foam bounce (175 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 71.8 / 100 — « Pairing Nike's Nike proprietary foam platform with a 8.1 mm drop, the Free Run 5.0 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (175 g, a 8.1 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $110. »
  • RunRepeat : 67.6 / 100 — « Ah, the Nike Free Run… For me, calling this a running shoe is a stretch, but it came to my attention that there’s still a vestige of folks out there in the minimalist fan group that likes the slipper-like feel of Nike’s long-running “Free” lineup. What I like about the Nike Free Run 5.0 is it steers back toward a less bizarre-looking shoe than we saw in 2020 but continues with the ultralight and ultra-flexible design. »

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