Nike Alphafly 3 at 500 Miles 

After using the AF V3 on three shorter marathon pace workouts, I'm absolutely in love with the shoe. And comfortable....WOW, I don't even notice it on my foot. It's so smooth, stable, and light. Still trying to quantify data I am seeing that shows my HR on in the AF V3 is consistently 2-5BPM lower compared to the AF V1, V2 and Tempo Next%. Which has to be the reduced weight without sacrificing any of the main characteristics of ZoomX and the airpods. Throw in the potential longevity of the shoe...and Nike might have over built it! Time will tell. Keep up the content!

Just subscribed. Awesome review. I'm not able to use the AF1 and AF2 due to the arch issues and so super happy now that I can actually use the AF3. Finally managed to buy a pair last week after always sold out. Managed one run - it was awesome but back in the box they go 😢 due to the price. Can't wait for race day.

Amazing that they held up that well after 500 miles. Wonder how they feel compared to a fresh pair now.

That’s an incredibly durable Super Shoe. How much of that do you attribute to a more consistent and efficient running technique? I’m a middle of the pack runner at best but I’m still excited to get a pair of Alphafly 3s when they launch to use for my Interval Sessions and upcoming Half-Marathons and eventually a Full Marathon. Keep up the great work Ben!

Did Nike remove the "NEXT%" designation because the Alphafly 3 does not have more energy return than the Nike Alphafly 2 NEXT%? Every single Nike Vaporfly or Alphafly shoe has had a 4% or NEXT% designation in official Nike documentation until the Alphafly 3.

I think the biggest miracle is how they still look so clean! Mine wouldn't be this clean after 500 miles even exclusively on a treadmill 😅.

Thanks for the info…so when would you retire these shoes? 500 miles seems pretty awesome just wondering how far you will push them. Would you do another race (any distance) in them?

Enjoyed the vid. I run only slightly slower than you at 56 yo and assume we put the same force into our foot plant. How you get this mileage out of the shoe is amazing. My 3 pairs of V1 lasted about 150 miles before the sole and upper started becoming detached. Might be the tropics and I am a HEAVY!!! sweater. I have a pair of V1 at 430 that would take a close look to determine they are an AF because of all the repairs and holes. I have noticed that a pair I've worn through the cool season might make it to 200 miles before I'll be adding glue to something after every run.

That's super impressive mileage. I've always been a bit skeptical of most reviewers durability estimates. But I'm also guessing you're more of a forefoot striker with good running form/economy which probably also helps the longevity. How has the durability of these compared to the vaporflys or the previous versions of the Alphaflys?

Wow! This pair looks almost new after 500 miles! I've got 400 miles with my Nike Vaporfly Fllyknit before I retired them My AF 1 have only 105 miles though and my VF 1 and 2 only 254 and 165 km respectively but all of them are still in excellent condition.

Great insight, and looks sound after 500 miles. Were previous model a 4mm drop? Is the change noticeable?

Hey ben, great review and great recap on the marathon. I’ve found your IG a little of a month ago and when you started your channel and said that you work and have time to run, train, live with your family and run marathon? It inspired more because i always think that i have no time. Again, good luck and great video as always!!

Good durability there! What percentage of the mileage has been on the road VS on the treadmill?

That’s a lot more miles than I expected I would get out of mine, great news!!

Would you recommend the AF3 or the VF3 for a 5k race? Thanks! Great Video!

Have you flood it with sweat or water during marathons? If so, the glue is super strong.

Ok. I will buy 4 pairs of this to run for this year. Thank you.

Are u sponsored by Nike? Looks like you are definitely a fanboy if not.. I’m not one to believe what anyone says, must be experience, but well done on the 2;40 marathon..

clear and concise review. subscribed. sub 02:40 marathon is serious business, respect. this is all reassuring news going into Miami Marathon next week Jan28, 2024. bought a pair for $500 on eBay and 'saving' them for race day. now I will feel OK training in them a few days leading up. sub 03:00 or bust

Ben seen a few vids, are you reviewing Nike shoes or just doing advertising for them? Are you allowed to say anything like constructive criticism? I can understand you are living the dream as a Nike athlete all props to that!

how did U already run 500miles!!!!!!!!

Thanks Ben great review🎉great shoe👍👍

It’s good for walking ?

How many washes over the 500 miles?

Would you recommend for flat feet runners?

Was it all road or treadmill as well and if so what was the split.

Any strava, or garmin connect links where the miles show?

Looks like it's going to last another 500miles!

Looks like a 700 miles shoe! Sign me up!

Why does no one notice that they no longer have asymmetrical lacing?

For real? Wow!

They cost 300 bucks or more for a reason. I guess he explains it very well.

As a 80kg non elite runner I guess I'll get around 200 miles out of them

Blink twice if Nike is off screen with a loaded gun

Woah woah, that’s quick Ben! Keep it up! 😳🤯🤗👏🫶🏼

600 miles on v1 still feel great