Nike ID Zoom Spider LT

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I have the Nike ID Zoom Spider with the Zoom midsole (NOT THE LUNAR LT).

It is an incredible shoe. I wore it for an 8K with no socks. I had some hot spots on my toes but no blisters.

I was looking for a replacement to the Katana III, and it has the same sole....however...I find it's a little more responsive and cushioned than the Katanas. I think it has to do with the sock liner. I'm not sure if the sock liner is removable. When I get back home I'll see.

The difference in cushioning and responsiveness may come from the waffle tread I selected as opposed to the Katana's original circular treads. I think it might give me a little more spring.

One final observation, the heel cup is a little loose and you'll also need to lace them tighter to secure your midfoot.

I will definitely be ordering a second pair...

Thanks for the feed back. Do you feel the durability is substantially increased by having the waffle outsole? Is the grip really compromised? I will definitely be purchasing a pair soon.

I really do think that the Waffle tread does increase the durability AND give you a better grip. Each individual waffle square seems to be deeper, which explains the grip.

If you remember, the tread on the Katana III was not substantial enough and the nubs would be "sanded down" after only a few workouts/races.

In response to the sockliner...the Zoom Racer has a removable insole, whereas the Katana did not. Again, this gives the shoe more cushioning than the Katana.

Why do they even have the Lunar option? Who would pay that much for a racing flat then attach it to some marshmallows?

When I originally was gifted the lunar version I thought the midsole was the lunar spider R2 (with a different upper that wouldn't rip) which does NOT feel like a marshmallow. I see where nike is coming from though. We have to understand nike's majority of customers define a shoe to be good by how soft and how light it is, not how it performs. I am just happy they are offering an alternative to lunar foam or the streak and what better shoe to bring back then my all time favorite - the katana III. As far as the cost, it is pretty steep but running is what I spend my money on and I'll pay for whatever I think is going to perform most to my liking. To be honest, I really would be happy not to choose my colors for a lower price but if that comes at the cost of notgetting to choose my midsole, I'll pay the higher price.

BR: Thanks for taking a look at the shoes. I will go with the waffle platform. I may glue a different, thinner sock liner in depending on what it feels like.

love nike shoes but bought one online and still dont feel satisfied

I'm not sure I understand what you're saying.

alicebeautex wrote:

love nike shoes but bought one online and still dont feel satisfied

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You should have bought two- one for the left foot, one for the right.

Hello! I have started running (very slowly and gently) with Nike Free, 3.0 midsole-- my first foray into the more minimal. I am curious to know how the Zoom Racer midsole available on the Spider LT2 compares, in terms of sheer flexibility, to that of 3.0 midsole on the Frees. I have never experienced the zoom racer midsole. Thanks very much!