Another HIT or MISS? Nike Pegasus 40 Full Review!
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
- It's that time of year again where Nike roll out their new version of one of their best selling running shoes... the Pegasus... and this year it's the 40th version! So is it stuck in the past with dull old technology or is this one finally the exciting daily trainer that's worth upgrade?? Tune in to find out!
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0:00 Intro
1:07 Facts & figures
3:00 What's new
3:50 Likes
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Pegasus for myself is what all other daily trainers are compared against. I typically by the previous year models and they seem to work great in all conditions.
I got the Pegasus 39’s just over 2 weeks ago, my first investment into more serious shoes… gonna run a half marathon soon, and I’ve just noticed how comfortable they are compared to some of the generic Nike shoes you find at a $50-70 price point. I like them a lot; they’re solid and comfy shoes for me. Will be with me for many runs.
I love the Pegasus line. I have other shoes in my rotation but for easy runs with some strides I often go with the Pegasus. It has good grip in the rain. I like its outsole even on some gravel roads. It has never disappointed. I agree that it is not good for any speed work or marathons, but I still enjoy having them in my rotation. Great review Ben!
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Just got over 100 miles today in this exact same colourway of the Peg 40. I got on OK with the 39 and TBH the 40 feels pretty much the same so it feels like I just bought the same shoe again but in a colour I liked the look of. Agree it is not very exciting but I have struggled a bit in ultra soft shoes like the Invincible so the fact the Pegs are firmer is sort of helpful to me and way cheaper of course. I think you can get them 25% off right now. Back in my mind there is also an element of doing easy “daily training” runs in standard shoes and then it makes slipping into faster ones on faster days seems more easier.
Yeah I think we all get spoiled by the super stacked shoes , in the 80 and 90’s we got along well with low cushion shoe that were comfortable . I’m still a big fan of the Pegasus for almost every run accept maybe a race👍
My saucony ride 15s do the same job and I got them for about £60 discounted. At first not a fan but I've really started to get used to them. Great fit and looks like they'll last.
I bought a pair of Peg 39s last winter and used them to train for a couple 10ks. When I was running 20-25 mpw, the Peg 39 felt fine to me. The step in comfort was really nice and I loved the upper, but I wasn't a big fan of the air pods, which I could 'feel' under my forefoot. When I started training for a half marathon and needed to safely build mileage to ~40mpw, I opted for a much more fun max cushion shoe plus a speed/tempo shoe. Love the channel Ben.
Oh, so that's what I feel under the forefoot sometimes in my Peg 39s! It's the Air pods.
Thank you for your kind words Tom!
actually you after about 100 km of wear, the 'feel' disappears.
Big Peg fan here, since the 36s. My faves have been the 39s - my first pair lasted well over 500 miles. After seeing barely any change in the 40s I got myself another pair of 39s, at a much reduced price.
Makes perfect sense!! Enjoy your new shoes!
Good, honest review, Ben. Thank you. I loved the older Pegasus versions around the 25's but I have found the more recent ones too narrow for me. This has caused arch ache, so I moved away from them until the 39's came out. Still quite tight. A shame as I really loved my earlier versions. I note you say these are slightly wider, so I may well go back and have another look. Cheers, Mark
You can buy a specific wide version now.. so if you wanted to try them then that could be a good option for you! Glad you enjoyed the review, thank you!
I have two pairs of the 39s and am a pretty big fan. They’re great everyday shoes for running around town, they’re not spectacular at anything but I enjoy the ride and I think they have a sharp, classic look and profile.
I have probably ten pairs at the moment of all versions. I keep the older ones for speedwork because they are lighter, but I’m becoming more aware that they are not helping my aging body on the long Sunday runs. Ben said it. There’s just no response. I buy them because I can count on them always being the same.
I loved the 39s. Great weight, good cushion and lasted for a long time. Can't what to get the 40s
Really glad you said about it being lethargic for you to hold marathon pace. I thought i was just driving myself silly but it is lethargic!
Did find the fly wires in the peg 39 frayed a bit when doing & undoing the laces a fair bit. I don't mind the feel underfoot, it's kind of nice to go back to something that is a little bit firm.
40 is my first Pegasus and love it. Could feel the bounce if you run hard/speed.
Way better than my Structure and Air Ghost Racer.
How is the traction with the 40s?
i bought 2 pairs last week and they run so smooth.
I was absolutely in love with the pegasus turbo version 1 and had 3 Asics Novablasts vers 1.
Turbo isn't produced anymore, Novablast 3 gives me ankle blisters - so I'm looking for a new daily trainer...
I don't think the Pegasus will be springy enough for me. Thanks for your review!
I still haven’t found a replacement for the turbo 35s and turbo 2s. Those were my all time favorite trainers
@@jaceypoo350mine too. I tried the next natures but they just aren’t the same :(. Hopefully they come out with a Turbo 3.
great vid!
I have this one. As a beginner I’m satisfied with the performance.
Just bought these on sale for my wife and I, we are barely getting into running and want something reliable that can withstand many scenarios. Hopefully these will last me 5 months and I can get some Alphaflys for my first marathon in October! Great channel btw ❤
I'm def happy with the consistency in the Pegasus range, knowing that I can pick-up a new version (at the Nike outlet) and don't need to worry that it's going to be totally different. And I'm def a bargain runner, who wants to get that 1000k out of a shoe. Will be popping by the Nike outlet at the weekend, to see what bargains I can get on the 38s and 39s :)
If it works for you then defiantly try and find some of the 38 or 39 on sale!
I love them! Unfortunately the cushioning doesnt translate as well to the wide fit . The regular fit feel very bouncy for me, but wide fit just feels...flat??
Got the 38 for the cool look and for dressing with work clothes, and discovered they are the most comfortable shoes for walking I've ever owned. Feet never gets tired! My go to for holiday shoe now. Versatile, robust and comfy. Will replace with another Peg when this one dies. But not the same for running, they are a dog to run in.. much prefer my Asics novablast/glideride, Hoka Mach, Puma Deviate, NB Rebel for a lot more pop and speed.
Yes.. they do make very good casual shoes! Agree with your though.. all those alternatives are much better running shoes!
I loved the easy on lock lacing system that they had with the 39. Do they have that with the 40, or is it just straight up, you have to tie the shoes yourself?
I love my 39, and would like to try the 40 for my first marathon in November. I might get the 40 during this summer to get a good breaking in.
Been a big fan of Pegasus since the 37s. Unlike most commenters here I didn’t enjoy the 38s. On my third pair of 39s now and feel nervous to try the 40s as have loved my 39s so much. I used to be loyal to Asics but compared to Nike Pegasus I don’t feel they have durability. I’m an overpronator and change my shoes every 500-600k to avoid injury and I like the reliability of the Pegasus shoe.
if the 39's are working.. then get another pair in the sale!
Overlooked the Nike's but Im doing a lot of treadmill miles currently and may see if I can pick up a pair at the Nike Outlet to use at the gym.
The one thing I love about the Pegasus that is disappointingly rare in most training shoes is the well-designed outsole. It lets you dip on to some unpaved trails without feeling like you're taking your life in your hands if there's a damp patch. It's my standard for outsoles and it's ridiculous how few training shoes measure up to it (*cough* non-TR Novablast). It doesn't bother me if the Pegasus is heavier than other shoes and not as springy. No one's giving out medals for going fast on training runs, so speed just isn't important. The most important quality of a training shoe is that it is comfortable to run in and the Pegasus fits that bill for me.
Outsole looks the same as Pumagrip to me 🤷♂️
@@owenlewis9258 I said quality outsoles are rare, not unique to the Peg. Props to Puma 👍
Yes agree with you.. it's a quality outsole, durable and grippy. As Owen says here the Puma shoes are very good too.. but you don't see many offerings as it does add weight.
I'm still waiting for the Turbo 3s, an update to the greatest all-round running shoe I've ever had.
I still has Peg 37, after 900Km, it works fine. I will get Peg 39 if I found it on sale.
Got the 35s and 38s but looking to get something faster maybe the vapourfly or streakfly
I was hoping it was going to be improvement but saw the same foam and lost interest in it. On the look out for a new shoe that has some pop in it but not a carbon. One you can do a race (not a goal race) in but also has some life in it. Was thinking new balance rebel but reports life isn’t great. Using the 1080 currently something with gives you that little more.
Heard that the pegs 38 are one of the best amongst them. If you can get the pegs 38 and 40 around the same price, which should I choose instead? Thank you!
Hi Ben, if you don't have the peg 39 would you consider peg 40 in your rotation?
Thank you
Great review, Ben! When my Peg 39's are dead I think it's time to look at something else for a daily trainer. What would you recommend checking out?
Hoka Mach 5, Asics Novablast 3, Puma Velocity Nitro.
Love my brooks glycerin but maybe I’ll consider Nike next time 🤔 great video 👍 thanks Ben 😊
I’m more of a casual runner, but i like doing plyometrics training and sprints. Will this shoe be good to handle that? I’ve never owned a decent quality running shoe outside of Nike free runs.
Is it good for walking? I understand there are other better shoes for walking, but I really like how this looks. Is it comfortable?
Hi Ben, for pegasus 40, is this shoes is for good/fast pace runners? Please advice.
still my favourite running shoe because it feels like im walking on my foots dynamics rather then the shoes. And it has ground contact.
First time buying a proper running shoe since I was in the high school track team and they are amazing for standing all day at work! Now I can finally do math without worrying about the pain in my legs! 🙂
Which one is better for returning runner on the heavier side? Pegasus 40 or Zoom Fly 5?
Saw a guy at Newport marathon last month running in Pegasus 39. Came home in 2:42 🤯
At the end of the day, the runner still matters more than the shoes he wears ;)
That's insane 😮
I have a pair of Peg 35 with close to 1000 km, and it’s still going strong. I got it from an outlet for a very affordable price, and while I do think it’s a very solid shoe, I just don’t plan to get an updated version. Like you said, it’s a very boring shoe that is in dire need of some innovation.
i found the pegasus 5 years ago. and i cant get enough. ive wore them at 300 pounds all the way to 220 pounds and damn these shoes are the best. I bought a long side of this some hokka shoes. and let me tell you each one of those weighs like 1 pound, im not tyring to add any more weight to my self.
Hands down the best non trail shoes. please let me know if you know or anynone of better.
Nike definitely have to work on their daily trainers, other companies have a ton better trainers. I think the peg is pretty versatile and comfortable, but it's not the best for like road runs, maybe for daily walking and when you go on trials/forest! :)
I’ve owned 3 pegs. My fav daily.
Just bought the pegasus 39 in a green Ekiden colourway for £55 in an outlet Nike store😊
I have changed to puma! Love them!!
Gave up on Pegasus around the time the first Novablast dropped. (2020ish?)
Granted the Asics is about £20 more than the Nike but the difference in feel, energy return and most importantly FUN from using it made me never look at the Nike Pegasus range again!
As you say, it's crazy Nike continue to churn out his dull lifeless relic! The competition in this sector is immense from the other manufacturers.
There is disc 50% for this shoe in my place, should I grab it or pick other daily trainer shoe?
Which best shoe daily 5km India road running nike invincible3 Vs adidas adizero sl Vs nike pegasus 40
When u going to review the Muzuno revelation ?
I saw the 39 online for $70 and thinking about getting that instead. Maybe get those and look for a pair of invincible 2 on sale to rotate
It's the only running shoe out of the 6 different running shoes I have bought in the last 2 years that I dont really like. As you say it just feels dull compared to most shoes out there now. I bought some for my wife too at the same time and she doesnt like them much either.
Can there be such a thing as a soft brick? Apparently Nike keeps trying with the Pegasus.
Had the Pegasus 32 till 38 and then finally gave up. So, so boring. Dreaded going out for a run in them in the end. I bought the Asics Novablast 3 late last year and use them now for easy runs a couple of times a week. 600 kilometres so far and really enjoy them: lots of comfort, versatility and fun! 😊
I was like... Thats what women say... Looked at the profile yup woman... Shoe is okay you got bored nothing to do with the shoe
Could not agree with your assessment more. I had the 39's. Dull, lifeless, like running directly on concrete. Sold them after 50 miles. The Puma Velocity Nitro 2 is such a far superior shoe and you can get it for £50 at start fitness. No brainer.
Its breathable than pegasus 39?
I stuck on 37. The Pegasus Turbo were the best then they changed for worst.
Have had the 37 and the 38. I didn't like the feel of the pods in the shoe at all, and then one day after about 6 months (of not much wear) one of the pods burst! Tried (unsuccessfully) to get my money back and just had to stick them in the bin !
Unless you get them from Nike online direct then most retailers are unlikely to help.
Someone help me out here. I have always worn these kinds of trainers. However after a big injury ACL KNEE I am doing rehab are these kind of shoes good to use through excercise etc or should I get a flat shoe like converse ? Always hear the bounce shoes like this are no good. These would be my shoes to wear everywhere also
Question, I have the zoom fly 4 and pegasus 39, which should I be using for what?
I have the 39 and its a dull ride, Ok for easy paces. Just bought a used pair of the Infinity React 1. Its way better, more cushioning and better for up-tempo work
I work at a higher end shoe store, so I've had the chance to try on the last few iterations of the pegasus and I've gotta say the 38 is by far the best of them since the 36. I know a lot of people got tired of the midsole material but the 38s just feel right to me. The 39s are okay for the price they're at now but I don't see a reason to get the 40s honestly, I'd try to grab one of the last two versions if I were in the market.
I love my 38. Dunno what's different with 39, it's kinda firm imo
@@elophostiadefinitely firmer. Skipped the 40s and got the vomero 17 instead. Hoping the peg 41s will be slightly less firm than the 39s and more responsive. Might have to part ways with the pegs otherwise.
Are the regular 40s narrow like the Saucony Endorphin Pro?
Invincible 2's have been and will be my daily trainer for a long time! Super cushioned and just what I want for easy run days 👌🏻
I have the OG Invincible (basically same shoe) and it's the best shoe I've ever owned, complete game changer.
The invincible is my daily too these days.. just very comfortable!
I love my invincible 2s but burn through the outsole in no time. The zoomx is fine still, but there’s a hole in the outsole after 400k
@@shaylorcyclingwahoolecol8313 Yeah I've heard from some that they aren't great. I got about 650k out of mine and that was pushing them to the very limit of what I'd be prepared to run in
@@RunningWithConnor were you being sarcastic? 650km is pretty damn good lol. Some YTers got over 500 miles on their shoes 🍻.
Is the tongue really short? My Peg 38 has ok tongue length. And where is yours made? Just bought this off sale, the all-black, made in indonesia. And i’m disappointed, the left tongue seems shorter than the right. Also with the 38 as soon as i wear it, i feel it hugging my feet right away even when not laced up. With this 40, i don’t get that nice feel right away, and the heel part of the upper material, it seems stiff. Lacing up the 38 would give a nice snug fit, this one doesn’t. And the left shoe, something does not feel right.
Have the 39. Was fine for a long time. Nowadays get tintling feeling in my left food after 12k or so.
Guess it's probably me though 😋
Do you recommend for Full marathon ?
I really enjoyed my 38's, 39's were average and I was a bit disappointed... I recently got the 37's at the Nike factory outlet for like $50... interested to see what they are like to run in. Not sure I'll continue in the pegasus line if I'm honest.
They are the same as the 38, just a bit narrower in the forefoot.
Got them on sale and they're lovely. But I just run a 5k and 10k weekly purely for my cardio, in the gym I only lift and wear my good old Vans.
for me the outsole didn’t last 1000k, at400-500k its treads are mostly gone. and i relegated the shoe to walking and hiking at 550k. im median weight with low cadence btw
I’m here for the Lofi girl in the background!
I liked the 38-especially the midsole. Firm but not too firm-made me feel I was working for my km’s, but I absolutely hated the narrow toe box (I even went for a men’s as I have a large women’s foot)+the upper. Got the 39’s & loved the upper & the foot room, but absolutely hated the midsole. Shake ur fillings out of your head stuff-& super dull as you said-so they got relegated to gym/walking/street wear. I’m a firm believer that we shouldn’t train all the time in plated shoes (carbon/nylon) but there are plenty of other non plated daily trainers out now that I would reach for well & truly before the Pegasus, (& I am a Nike fan). It’s super sad I think-it’s been a really good shoe in the past-for me they have held up really well as far as longevity is concerned-good bang for your buck (which is important to me as I can’t afford to be buying a lot of shoes don’t last the distance), but, unfortunately, I won’t be buying them again unless they do a major, & I mean major revamp.
Just picked these up for £85. Looking forward to giving them a blast as my normal everyday shoe. Good review though Ben.
If I use a us13 I new balance what size should I the bye the Pegasus in?
Thanks for the review Ben. In terms of your comment about the Pegasus 40 lacking any noteworthy innovation, is there any particular running shoe out there that you think has acheived this over the last few years?
Pretty much everyone else has a solid daily shoe, using some engaging responsive foam in them.. but Nike stick with their react foam which is so old now and behind the times.. Asics Novablast 3, Hoka Mach 5, Puma Velocity Nitro are much better shoes that have come in recently and really make people notice them!
I really like what Puma have been doing over the last couple of years! I got myself a pair of Deviate Nitro Elites and I love them!
I ran about 50 miles in the 39s and struggled to keep a good pace. It felt like work. Went to the novablast 3's and it was a world of difference. I don't think I can go back to the nikes
Much better running shoe for sure!
I find the New Balance Propel v4 better cheaper and the ride is way more enjoyable.
The price is way to high when you see the price you can find some Reebok Energy 4 and Puma velocity nitro 2
You will appreciate the Pegs if you havent tried the likes of:
• Streakfly
• Next % series
• Zoom X series
I know there's a price point difference however mitigating the longterm effects of running will be well worth it!
The underside of my feet starts to burn after 2 km when using this shoe, anyone having similar experiences?
I just got the 40’s today at a Nike outlet store for £60 so a no brainer really.
Nike Pegasus 39.5?
I prefer the Adidas Boston 10`s to the Pegasus range. Saying that, neither of them are particularly exciting, but they do the job for everyday running.
Yes, they get the job done.. just not very fun as you say!
Looks good and relatively cheap but otherwise React foam still a bit dead
I had the 38s I don’t really use them anymore not enough padding for a daily trainer for me. You can get better shoes for the same money example ASICS NovaBlast 3
yes the novablast 3 is a much more engaging shoe to run in!
Pegasus and Ultraboost are year after year just updating the number at the name! 😔They become the shoes my mom would buy! 😂😂😂
I know others have said it, but i was expecting the 40 to be the time when they seriously decided to go out on a limb and update it in an exhilarating way. Maybe finally use Zoom X as a midsole?!!!
But no. Instead they just whacked out a mild upper update, held out their hand and asked for 150 notes in return.
The Pegasus turbo already has zoom x so they have already made the shoe you are waiting for. You can get them for $90 here in the U.S. at running warehouse.
Ben. where's my first time buyer discount code.... I never receive it !!!!!!
Sir wether the upper is durable
I like the pegasus but for the money I prefer the hoka mach series
I always wear Brooks but I decided to get some nikes again and I will only stand by brooks
Thanks for the review. Nike still using old mid form, adding weight and removal of flywire is a mistake. Also the design looks so boring. I will move to buy Novablast 3 for a tryout as heard good reviews of much lighter shoe and much exciting ride .
Just talked to the owner of my local running store. They are dropping the Nike brand because it's just not selling anymore. The only shoe worth having in the store is the Pegasus, and that has fallen miles behind basically every competitor out there. The store owner is also completely done with the outsoles wearing out increasingly faster. Interestingly he's also dropping the Adidas brand which is suffering from many of the same issues, but with an added downside that Adidas daily trainers are silly amounts of heavy.
Saucony, Hoka and Asics are just better at everything with their similar shoes.
The pegasus shoes used to be flexible and light, but I feel like the new pegasus shoes are to bulky. A lot of running shoes have become heavier for some reason.
Nike engineers and designers have been on a long vacation with daily trainers. I used to run exclusively in Nike now it's zero. Hmmm, wonder why?
38,39,40 which is better?
I was a bog fan of the pegasus line, until I was a 6 min /km runner, now trying my wings around 4:30 it is holding me back, as you said, it is slow. What could be a good, durable, well-priced but faster alternative for me?
Asics Novablast 3 or Hoka Mach 5
@@BenParkes Thanks Ben!
I wonder what has happened to Nike? Love the Alphafly and Vaporfly. Brilliant. Not much else in their lineup. At all.
These are really nice trainers but for me not for running, I have a pair for work and a pair of the Pegasus 40 premium I just wear as a fashion shoe. Personally I find my Saucony shoes are so much better for running