Nike ZoomX Dragonfly

Nike · Track · Track & Cross-Country

Overall Score: 90/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 133 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 2 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: ZoomX
  • Official Retail MSRP: €175 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (133 g)
  • ZoomX midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Remarkable featherweight build (133 g) for effortless accelerations
  • Low 2 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Purpose-built for race day and dedicated track or XC workouts

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 99.0 / 100 — « Across our track & cross-country testing on track, the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its ZoomX midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at €175. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 90.8 / 100 — « Designed for track runners seeking a dependable track & cross-country option, the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly pairs a fluid forefoot roll with leg-saving ZoomX cushioning (133 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
  • RunMag : 90.8 / 100 — « Built by Nike around the ZoomX midsole, the ZoomX Dragonfly impresses in real-world track testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at €175. »
  • RunRepeat : 91.6 / 100 — « The Nike Dragonfly has solidified its reputation as a premier spike in the Olympics, capturing multiple gold medals, and has similarly proven its exceptional quality in our lab tests. For $150, we found the elite-level ZoomX foam provides plenty of cushioning for a spike, paired with a superb upper and versatility across multiple distances from 800m to 10K. We really think it’s one of the best spikes ever crafted, despite some room for improvement in terms of stability and comfort. »

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