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Nike Air Zoom Elite 8
Brooks Ghost 15
HOKA ONE ONE Bondi 8
Puma Deviate Nitro 2
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Nike Air Zoom Elite 8
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Shoe Properties
Shoe Type
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Pronation Control
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10.2 oz. (men's), 8 oz. (women's)
9.6 oz. (men's), 8.4 oz. (women's)
11.1 oz. (men's), 10.1 oz. (women's)
9.1 oz. (men's), 7.6 oz. (women's)
Stack Height
35mm.
43mm.
37mm.
Forefoot Height
23mm.
39mm.
31mm.
Drop Height
8 mm.
12 mm.
4 mm.
6 mm.
Upper material
Ultra-thin design
Refined 3D Fit Print mesh, Recycled Materials include:
Engineered mesh, Lycra comfort frame, Internal heel counter, Pillowed Tongue
Mesh Upper, PWRTAPE
Shoe Released
Q2 2016
Q4 2022
Q3 2022
Q1 2023
MSRP
$125
$140
$165
$160
LRC Ratings
Out of 10
Overall
8.6
9.2
9.0
8.8
Comfort
8.5
9.1
9.4
8.8
Cushioning
8.7
9.0
9.7
8.7
Durability
8.2
8.7
8.2
9.0
Appearance
8.7
8.3
7.9
8.7
Value
7.9
8.6
7.6
8.7

Reader Reviews

  • Continues an excellent line of shoes

    70 miles per week, neutral pronator, high arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Cushioning
    9.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    10.0

    I alternate days between the Elite 8 and the Elite 7, which I've worn for a couple of years now and honestly can't notice any difference between them. The elite is a neutral shoe They are extremely durable shoes, I've been able to put 2000 miles on a couple pairs of elites without the shoe breaking down. They're not a cushy shoe, they give you a bit more feedback from the road/trail/track. The elites are slightly more aggresive than the pegasus. Slightly lower heel-toe drop, slightly less cushioning, slightly less weight, slightly less weight. Nikes are fairly expensive, but the quality of the shoes are excellent. Other shoes I've worn have broken down off of many fewer miles, while the elites just keep going. I have not suffered any major injuries from running in these shoes, including many 100+ mile weeks.

  • Great cushioning, not the best fit

    65 miles per week, overpronator, high arches
    Overall
    7.0
    Comfort
    6.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    8.0

    Would be a great shoe but wish the fit was snugger through the arch.

  • Nike Zoom Elite 8 Review

    30 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    8.0
    Durability
    6.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    8.0

    I appreciate the lightweight air cushioning in the forefoot of this model.

    At times, the shoe seems a bit too stiff (overall), and outsole is not as durable as should be expected. The outsole wears down quite quickly. It showed significant signs of wear after the first 100 miles.

  • Nike Zoom Elite 8

    Neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    8.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    7.0

    Nice shoes but a little stiff in the midsection.

  • zoom elite 8

    25 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    6.0
    Cushioning
    6.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    8.0

    solid shoe. good support. toe box a little tight.

  • Great Shoe for daily miles and long runs

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    7.0

    Like them for daily use, but would use them on rotation with another shoe because of their stiffness.

  • Nike Air Zoom Elite 8 Review

    70 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    8.0

    Feels a bit softer then the old elite 7. Amazing for tempo work but soft enough for everyday running. Have even taken it onto the track a few times. Awesome shoe

  • Nike Air Zoom Elite 8 Review

    30 miles per week
    Overall
    7.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Durability
    4.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    4.0

    The shoe is incredibly good for workouts, and anything pretty quick, but it isn't incredibly durable. That being said it is much more durable than any racing flat I've raced in, and lasts a while on 20-35 mpw.

  • Nike Air Zoom Elite 8 Review

    Neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    10.0

    Great training shoe, especially for faster paced runs. i.e 10-15 mi steady state runs at 6min or below. Also, great for easier days.

  • Nike Air Zoom Elite 8 Review

    35 miles per week, neutral pronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Durability
    5.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    6.0

    I enjoy the lighter feel of this shoe and wear it for all runs (up to 14 miles). I was not a fan of the Elite 6 (did not run in the 7). For some who want more cushioning, this shoe might be best for faster paced runs only.