Nike ZoomX Vaporfly Next% 2 or Nike Zoom Alphafly Next% | Best Nike race shoe in 2021? | EDDBUD

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Today i answer the question as to which shoe you should buy.
The Nike ZoomX Vaporfly Next% 2 or Nike Zoom Alphafly Next% ?
I have been asked this question a hundred times recently and decided to compile a video discussing the merits and pitfalls of both shoes. Which has the better upper? Is the weight noticeable? In terms of outsole which is more durable or has the best grip? Are the shoes true to size? Is the Alphafly upper larger than the next%? All answered in todays video amongst many other questions.
If you have any further questions on the big matchup then please place them into the comments. Did you get on ok with the Alphafly or return them?
Hold tight people, stay strong and we WILL make it through.
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@willclark9309 3 года назад

I’m running my first marathon today on multiple surfaces. Am wearing the alpha fly! Thanks for the trainer tips and motivation Ed ❤️

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Best of luck with the marathon today Will! 👊🏃🏻‍♂️👍🏼

@solace4114 3 года назад

How was it

@franklehouillier8865 3 года назад

My impression is that a lot of people are returning the Alphas because they feel so weird when you are standing around rather than really giving them an honest time trial sort of effort. Running hard in them is magical.

@rames1974 3 года назад

Don’t have a pair of Alphas but I feel the same way about my Tempo Next %s

@dominicmcnamara 3 года назад

@@rames1974 exact same thing happens (in reverse) with bike purchases......many people ride a bike around a street block and think it's amazing, without realising the race position, geometry, dynamics and application of forces are very much different in heat of battle. So, I too have Tempo Next %, at pace they are extraordinary.....they really are.....but you'd never know unless you're up on your forefoot, ripping along and loading that forefoot.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

When you run in them they don’t feel all that weird at all.

@zixednatz 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD when you're weird, alphafly's feel normal

@tonybartley8864 3 года назад

I agree, at faster paces they felt great.

@TheAnikdam 3 года назад

I have never seen anyone compare shoe laces to a high chair! Good stuff! 🤘

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

That high chair drives me wild! The young chap seems especially irritated if the chair isn’t in the correct position! 😂

@steve9021oh 2 года назад

I own both! One for training, one for racing!

@wyweb 3 года назад

Don't think we didn't notice your tee, Edd! Another great video

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I have noticed it has a massive hole in it. Love that T-shirt. I think it’s now 16 years old. 😂

@bensynewsshoedown4999 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD nearly able to vote 😉👍

@jazzcat0269 3 года назад

Musical interlude with “The Smiths”? I remember the shirt! Thanks for the great review. Makes the decision easier…

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@foulsmell656 3 года назад

Great video Edd 👏🏻 I’m torn between Next % 2 and METASPEED Sky. Do you have anything planned for a VS review? 🤞🏻

@marathonmichels4051 3 года назад

I have both and I like them both, I’m a bit undecided... they both perform well. According to other people who’ve seen me running, I tend to overpronate quite a bit in the Next% and not so much in the Alphafly, even though I don’t notice this myself. On the other hand, both feel well on foot. When it comes to the small differences, my subjective impression is that I can reach a higher maximum pace in the Next%, but the Alphafly enables me to keep the pace for longer and prevents muscle fatigue more efficiently. So I’ll probably always have a pair of both of them in my rotation. 😅

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Very much down to the runner I think. Though is the alphafly worth £50 more? That’s the question I guess!

@NorthTexasCylcing 3 года назад

I personally prefer the alphafly’s, just feels like I get more energy return from them. the lock down just feels better in my own opinion

@Bodybuildingarchives 3 года назад

I don’t want to get them because they’re banned. What’s the point of getting a shoe that is considered cheating

@MR-pq7yw 3 года назад

@@Bodybuildingarchives They aren't banned.

@infinitegaming1015 3 года назад

@@Bodybuildingarchives not banned

@NorthTexasCylcing 3 года назад

@@Bodybuildingarchives they are only banned for certain track events. Almost every race allows tjem

@donalddarko3676 3 года назад

@@NorthTexasCylcing No they arent, its the viperflys nike made that are banned on track. Who races on track without spikes anyway? The original alphafly prototype is banned. All the new ones follow the rules of being no more than 40mm in stack height and no more than one plate.

@kristofvercambre2936 2 года назад

As a heelstriking supinator, I prefer the Alphafly’s. The outsole is wider at the heel. Feels much more stable for me. At the end of a marathon, i can hold the good feeling and speed beter with the Aphas. I will keep the Vapors for shorter distances. Thanks for your videos. Big fan!

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Strangely took my AF out this morning on a whim. Felt stronger today and it was fun doing some 1k reps in those!

@magbru 3 года назад

Great video, Edd! Regarding sizing: You refer to distance from big toe to front of the shoe (2,0 cm and 1,8 cm), is this in your preferred range? Say I have a shoe with only 1,0 cm from big toe to front of the shoe, should I go up half a size? Thanks!

@keorbats9429 3 года назад

Really appreciate the width stats... 👍🏻 Still waiting for a proper wide fit high stack plated shoe- whoever does that will sell bucketloads

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Yes I can’t believe they haven’t done it yet! It would be a super seller!

@davidgray9783 3 года назад

Love my Vaporfly shoes and the version 2 Vaporfly arrived by courier today. New shoes were 310 Australian Earth Credits. Version 1 were 320. Love your work Edd

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Not sure why the price difference is so much lower here?!

@tonybartley8864 3 года назад

I took out the Alphafly’s for a race for the first time at the weekend and they were amazing. Felt fast and legs were fresh. The Vaporflys felt tight when I did a half marathon in them, thinking I need to go up half a size.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I found them a tad more roomy than the next% in an 11uk and needed a half up in the next.

@craigjackson848 3 года назад

Enjoy your reviews, question, are you always able to rotate shoes without injury or issues? I recently started running in the HOKA Mach 4's having used Gel Cummulus 21 for last 300 - 400 miles. After 3 runs, approx 20 miles I get a calf strain and need to stop. You any experience of similar? Just keep going until you get used to them?

@bensynewsshoedown4999 3 года назад

@eddbud and the hot topic of the month, for races! Especially your long legged brethren!😉

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

It’s the talking point right now people can finally buy both models relatively easily.

@robwetherell 3 года назад

I’ve got v1 of the Next% and the Alphafly and would say that the Next% would be the shoe I turned to more. I just feel it’s a more responsive shoe and the paces I’ve achieved have been a lot quicker than the Alphafly. The price point now makes that decision a lot easier moving forward.

@MR-pq7yw 3 года назад

Indeed, I sold my brand new Alphaflys (never worn), bought the Next% 2 and still had enough money for the cinema and some chips on the way home.

@Birdland0 Год назад

Definitely Next % for fun 🏃🏻

@michaeldominic2070 3 года назад

I prefer the upper and lockdown of the Alphafly over the Next %'s. I haven't tried the Next %2 since they are not available in the US, so I'll be curious to see how they are.

@38sep 3 года назад

Lucky enough to have both and a marathon race on at the end of the month. Still undecided as to which one to pick 🤔

@stevewooldridge2403 3 года назад

Excellent vlog Edd, I am a Vaporfly Next% 1 fan, but then havent tried the Alphafly yet - not been convinced. So, as a club runner, the Next% did help me knock 7 mins (down to 3.07) off my marathon PB a year ago (just before lockdown #1), though I had also upped my training and improved my gait, so as always difficult to work out how much the shoe contributed to the PB.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I do read with some people with big knee issues the alpha has helped a bit. I think the next% made me improve my form too.

@aeptacon 3 года назад

I have more confidence in the alphaflys in terms of shock absorption .

@n0face66 3 года назад

FINALLY! THANK YOU!

@TheHutchRuns 3 года назад

Would you buy the Next % 2 over the Asics Metaspeed Sky Edd?

@nickb5229 3 года назад

Nice vid Edd

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Many thanks for tuning in 👍🏼🏃🏻‍♂️😊

@ricardoreis3844 3 года назад

Iam training for my first marathon in august and Iam not sure about what shoes Iam using in that race. I love Vaporfly next V1 but I don’t know if instability can make the things not so confy after km 30. On the other hand I am doing some long runs in endorphin speed and Iam enjoying its stability and bounce though they are not so fast as Next...maybe Alphafly could join stability and snappiness in one only shoe. What do you think Edd? By the way, Rodriguez is wonderful!!!

@jonathansale7138 2 года назад

I have tried on both and done a short run in both I prefer the alpha fly but the midfoot seems narrow. It’s not painful but not really comfy. Does this stretch overtime?

@jameswestmoreland9717 2 года назад

Another thought for us older guys; what would our PRs 30 years ago be like if we ad plated shoes. 10k 32:50, 5k 15:27, 1/2 Mara: 1:15"01. I am actually glad they are here now, not back then. They help keep running, 70 yo.

@jamesroberts8389 2 года назад

I've just gone for the Alphas... Currently 50% off in Nike store so picked up a pair for £135. Made my decision for me!

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Hard to lose at that price James! Enjoy

@th1rt3 2 года назад

i run 5k, maybe a bit further on treadmill everyday, i’m a 17 yr old girl and average about 23/22 mins. even after reading through the comments, i’m still really indecisive on which shoe to get, is there one you’d recommend more for this distance?

@jamieleeks4767 3 года назад

Cold fact is an awesome albim. The tracks mentioned are from 'coming from reality' which is also great. 'Searching for Sugarman' well worth a watch aswell!

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Sorry i realised i have them collated together as a playlist! That film is so good! The animated sections are superb.

@vayenquist4969 3 года назад

After a couple of runs, I think 60KM total, my Alpha’s began to squeek.. Looked it up and it is not uncommon.. Not sure of the squeeking is part of the €299,-deal?....

@hjshoon5244 3 года назад

I tested both and chosen the vaporfly as my first carbon plate running shoe. The alphafly arch area is definitely narrower and feels like cutting into my foot and it also felt less stable when running. Price was also consideration for me and due to all these reasons I went for next% 2

@jp05598 2 года назад

I also got a hotspot near where the arch begins behind the big toe. Would have definitely got a blood blister if I went more than 8 miles

@Catcrumbs 2 года назад

I just picked up a pair of Alphaflys and they fit wonderfully aside from - you guessed it - the arch on one of my feet, where they cut in quite a bit and left a mark. Kinda disappointing to have a hypershoe at my disposal with one little niggle on one foot stopping me from using it. I was thinking of sizing up, but now that I know the Vapours are a bit wider there I may swap over.

@jp05598 2 года назад

@@Catcrumbs I wore mine again for a 10 miler run a few days ago, they were much better the 2nd time around and to be fair, I’ve had other shoes give me a blister/ discomfort the first couple of times I wore them and then were fine after that as well (rincon/ novablast). Also, the alphafly is wider than the vaporfly, try putting the outsoles together and have a look. I think the taper is just more dramatic in the alphafly and the insole raises a lot which caused us the arch discomfort. Maybe I flattened it out the first run and it’s better now, not really sure but try them again maybe

@Catcrumbs 2 года назад

@@jp05598 I've been trying them on around the house hoping they'll improve a bit. Glad they've improved for you. Luckily Nike's online shop has a very generous return policy, so I have some time to see if mine are any better after some proper breaking in. As for comparisons to the Vapourfly, I'm only going by what Edd's said in the video. I don't have a pair of those to hand, but I'll see if I can try some on locally before I decide what to do with the Alphas.

@jp05598 2 года назад

@@Catcrumbs sound plan! Way to be astute about it. When spending this much money you have to make sure you get the value out of them. Sounds like you’ll make the right move regardless

@thomasjmaclean 3 года назад

I prefer Alphafly over original next% It just feels more stable and also settles in well at my marathon pace. Vaporfly scares me on corners and wants me to run half marathon pace or faster. I’m a Forefoot striker, maybe that factors in.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I hear you Thomas. A much more stable design overall.

@parkerliang 3 года назад

thank thomas, i'll get the Alphafly

@ersatz_ben 2 года назад

Vaporfly Next% 2 is a characterful shoe, with a weird upper and a complicated and idiosyncratic lockdown. And it cannot be taken off anything except the most basic road surface - it's just too delicate and picky about terrain, turns etc. But the energy return is truly EXCEPTIONAL. And you barely feel the race in your legs the next day. I have not regretted shelling out megabucks for my pair, and when I eventually destroy them I won't regret just buying another pair outright.

@jabyers 2 года назад

Great review as usual. A good combo of very detailed in depth review, not rushed, chilled. Very entertaining too. You did say next percent when referring to your marathon run and a to the shoes a few times, but they ate both next percent.. which ones did you run your marathon in?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

I feel theres perhaps too much next% DNA in the next%2, the alphafly really isnt a next% at all :)

@jabyers 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD I'm definitely confused. The Aphaply, Vaporfly, Tempo are all called next percent.. when you just refer to the shoe as the next percent.. which one do you mean? Also Zoom X foam i know, what do you mean by next percent DNA? I've got a pair of Vaporflys that are amazing, helped me run in tarmac with less injuries, and of course run faster.. nice! Dankashun

@jabyers 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD ok, skim read that, oops, I'm with you now, up to speed and cruising along side you at a comfortable chatting pace.

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

@@jabyers next% will aways be the Vaporfly next%. The tempo and alphafly are their own models to me. Little next% vibe about them.

@Jaqaroo 3 года назад

Edd, that video effect at 0:42... how did you do that? I want a whole video in that effect...

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

It’s one of the many fun but weird effects in final cut. 😊

@THEJMILLSBAND 2 года назад

Okay the 5K race is this Saturday Dec 11th and I've been running in the Alphafly. Not sure if I should wear the Alphafly or Vaporfly as the 5K course has 16 turns and I heard the cornering is harder on the Alphafly. Any suggestions?I have both Vaporfly and Alphafly and the cushioning feels better in the Alphafly.

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

If theres cornering i would go Next%

@joyridaz Год назад

Edd do you have any videos showing how u replaced the insole on the AF? I’d like to attempt it but it’s a big investment that I don’t want to ruin…

@EDDBUD Год назад

Basically ripped it out as best i could!

@paulwatson7885 3 года назад

I ran a marathon distance in the Alphafly last November and found them to be too mechanical! The green pod on my right shoe failed which contributed to a blood blister under my big toenail! I find the next% to be a more fluid run. I have an Achilles Tendinopathy and don’t have any problems which this shoe or the Zoomfly 3!

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Interesting the pod failed. I haven’t had any go yet in the alphafly or tempo next.

@stephenrobinson4449 3 года назад

Alphafly is amazing. Next % was too unstable for me especially in the forefoot. VF FK great. VF OG also not as good as the FK and Alphafly. Probably take the VF FK for sorter (5k) races.

@sopek1427 3 года назад

Which one can i cheat in 2.4km timing?

@mohammedanwar4196 Год назад

Got 2 pairs of each in different colourways in the sales. Got PB's at 5k and 10k in both.

@aleksandrabking 2 года назад

Can you do weekly, fast interval training on UK roads/pavements in the Alphafly? Its confusing as this is labelled as a 'racing shoe'? So can you train in it or is the the tempo the 'training version' of this?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

The tempo is a very different shoe and quite a departure from the alphafly. That in itself is pretty durable depending on your foot strike.

@eulogyforadream 3 года назад

I'm racing two halfs in the beginning of May. I'm having a conundrum. Adios Pro, Alphafly or Next % V1.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The question of the hour. To next% or not to next%. 😂

@mahmud3g 2 года назад

Hi, my foot size is 25 cm without socks. So, would you plz tell me that which size should I use for Nike Vaporfly Next% 2? 26 or 26.5? which size can be the best?

@settlers33 3 года назад

I just ordered the alphyfly next % for my curiosity of the two shoes myself which really got me curious on your opinion. I have the next % 1st edition though. Where can you get Next % 2

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

It’s released in the uk and Europe along with Asia but some viewers mentioned the next2 isn’t out in the us yet?!

@reggiesanders1284 2 года назад

….so, I love the Air Zoom Alpha fly Next% shoes, and I’m not a runner anymore, just long walks. Generally speaking would this work for me? I’ve tried adding my orthotics but then the shoes squeaked. This is the lightest, most bulky shoes I’ve ever worn. My only real issue is the PINK!🤣🤣🤣

@thekingofleon7 3 года назад

Love the AF. More stability. Incredible cushioning and propulsion. Like running on nuclear-infused-goose-down-pillows... Liked the VF but they felt too narrow, and unstable around corners in comparison.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Lots more surface there underneath. I think for some people it will work a treat.

@timinno 3 года назад

Ed, what's your favourite Smiths album and song?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Hmmm. I love “I won’t share you” and “Handsome devil” both for very different reasons! Fav smiths is anything live from the early days. The stripped down band helped provide space for vocals and the guitars and bass are a lesson for all young players as to creating excellent backings.

@PiggoNZ 2 года назад

This sold me on the Vaporfly. Got a pair, and on my first run I did a 1km TT and improved nearly 10 sec. Amazing. Do you think it's worth training in the shoe you're going to race in? What is the best training equivalent of the VF?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

The VF is quite durable. But I would say training in non carbon shoes is a better way to get fitter and stronger quicker.

@heyitscarloc 3 года назад

Hey Eddbud, where did you get the laces from?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Nabbed them from the fuel cell rebel v1.

@rhinopaul 3 года назад

Just tried my vaporfly today. Really like them but whilst they fit well they look like they dont. Anyone else have like a saggy looking ankle? Its as tho they are too big but they aren't. Really odd.

@grandadsglass 3 года назад

You'd wonder, is there an alpha fly next%2 on the way before Tokyo? And if so, at what price point? Will it shed some weight and would a new release lead to a reductions in price of original alphafly next%?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I reckon they have a few tricks up their sleeve!

@sylvainbauge 3 года назад

I like the lightness and quickness of the Next but I dislike the upper. I am talking about the original not the 2 which I've never tried. The Alphaflys are great for max cushion but they feel so weird on foot. I will still use them in my next virtual half.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The new one feels a bit more traditional I suppose. Though still space age compared to some daily offerings from this year.

@FWFWFWF 3 года назад

Matt Rees the Welsh runner, trains in old Next% that have lost their pop because he is still able to recover quicker vs other shoes...that makes sense to me but it makes training a very expensive business though!

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

No reason to cut them in half or throw them just yet!

@FWFWFWF 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD haha

@angelarobertson8697 2 года назад

I have invested in Alphas and have run a half marathon distance once and a few 10ks. My question is if I want to keep my Alphas for a marathon in Sept would the Vaporfly be a good option as a training shoe. Or should I stick with Alphas and hopefully get a pair in sale. Im a real plodder but have found the Alphas are good for my legs and body in general. Less impact. Thanks

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Yes, absolutely, perhaps look for some discounts on the outgoing alphafly if it works for you, grab one for training

@kennethbrown7627 3 года назад

Alphafly are user friendly for those with no knees. Wish this shoe was around 20 years ago, I'd have no knee issues.

@stefankpop9374 3 года назад

I prefer the Next%. Great video.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I have days when I prefer one over the other. But the upper on the next%2 makes a big difference.

@bourbon369 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD what is the big difference you mean exactly?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

@@bourbon369 the front of the original was markedly tighter due to the rubber that creeps up and over. The 2nd version does not have this issue.

@williamjohnson928 3 года назад

If you compare the level down, Air Zoom Next to Zoom Fly 3... is that a similar difference between the Alphas and the Next %2? I find that I love my Air Zoom next more than the Zoom Fly 3s... I own the Next% Wonder if I would love the Alphas more than the Next%? Does that question even make sense?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The tempo next% was my fav from last year. A shoe that comes to life when I hit threshold pace. 😊👍🏼🏃🏻‍♂️

@cakej1 3 года назад

Only tried hoka carbon x for a marathon which resulted in a good time and left my legs feeling fine after. Other than that I've only used sketchers speed elite. Although I just picked up a pair of NB 5280s but not sure what I will do with those

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The 5280 seem to be a short range mile shoe?

@cakej1 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD yes. Mile, maybe a little longer.

@joewillburn 3 года назад

From my experience, if you over-pronate and roll your feet inwards, avoid the airpods. The extra pressure on the outer pods has caused two pairs of mine to burst, same pod on each shoe, so it is not a manufacturing issue. Despite me loving them, my running form just doesn't gel with it. So, I am back on the Vaporfly.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Sad they didn’t work for you though I’m glad the next% do the trick.

@joewillburn 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD it is a pity, especially as it ended up being a pretty costly process.

@dahl121 3 года назад

I feel the Next% Vaporfly 1 is Nike pegasus 37 on steoroids! While the Alphafly make the marathon route to a bouncy castle...I ... The alphafly!

@samuelluxa6897 3 года назад

Next% still the king for me 👑 just sooo poppy.

@michaelsesler1158 3 года назад

nicely done

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Many thanks Micheal. I tried to give the facts and observations. Though to recommend a shoe when the differences are subtle in some areas. 👍🏼😊🏃🏻‍♂️

@TommiBerg 3 года назад

From those two I only got alphafly and I feel that the toebox is really tight for me. So need to get half or even full size up for next2?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

They were quite roomy in my original pair. ( that pair was originally an athletes at the Feb 2020 US marathon trials so could be pre production model )

@TommiBerg 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD my point was that if alphafly has tight toebox (for me) and in your review you say that next%2 is even smaller then it should be bought in larger size than alphafly?

@bloodyfluffybunny7411 2 года назад

ive got next % and for my use they are perfect exempting the fact that id ilke just a tiny bit more grip on the back end of the soles for the rest no complaints and loving them while doing my kilometers.

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Yes a little more grip would be into perfect territory.

@bloodyfluffybunny7411 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD that would make them godlike stompers

@shaunmann6036 3 года назад

I’ve got the next% with waffle outsole

@geoffreymccann2841 3 года назад

I'll be training more in different so called super shoes just because they are easier on your legs. Elite runners probably get a massage a couple of times a week to help them recover. The average person might only get a massage a couple of times a year . So buying super shoes might be a cheaper option to getting massagers as well.

@robin29991 3 года назад

I prefer the Vaporfly. It feels faster, I get more of a propulsion forwards whereas the Alphafly is extremely bouncy vertically. And I must say those black laces on the Proto colorway Next% 2 look amazing!

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The new laces are growing on me! 👍🏼🏃🏻‍♂️😊

@stuartdavenport3503 2 года назад

I’m 16 stone and have had issues in Nike and done both ankles over the years. I have adios pros 1 which have been good but everyone says go for Vapors but I’m worried about stability. Would I be better with Alphas? Any pointers would be great 👍🏻

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

If you have had issues in Nike shoes go with the Adios pro 2. If you ankles are an issue the next% isn’t going to help. 👍🏼👊

@stuartdavenport3503 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD are the Adios 2 as stable as the one and are they a softer ride? Thanks

@tobiasmuller3711 3 года назад

@EDDBUD: how many miles have you run in these white Alphas? Look quite new.. And what is your mileage prediction overall for these bad boys?

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I have 2 pairs. These are box fresh. The other have 100 miles. The rubber quickly tarnishes but then stays pretty much the same. The midsole appeared just as good in terms of durability.

@tobiasmuller3711 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD Thanks man!

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

No problem. 👊

@jpod 3 года назад

Not elite by any means more like low average but prefer the comfort of the alpha fly for half and longer efforts, have a custom next percent that are DS, so don’t see any reason to upgrade to the next percent 2 at this point

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Yeah hang onto those fresh next% for when some proper racing comes back. The alphafly do help on the longer efforts.

@Salisbury2000 Год назад

For a heel striker would the alphafly be a good choice

@EDDBUD Год назад

You may see the foam breaking down a bit quicker depending upon foot strike. I midfoot strike when running quicker and a huge number of top runners do too and they seem to have few issues with the shoe.

@Zzyzx- 3 года назад

I just bought the Next% 2. But Am I a to slow runner for them? Will I benefit on using them for my half marathons or should I only use them for shorter races and speed work? I run 4:30+ ish per km for 10ks and 5:20+ ish for a half marathon.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I still think the foam is spot on for any pace to help lessen fatigue.

@durianriders 3 года назад

They are only designed for sub 2hr marathoners mate.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

@@durianriders no they are not.

@doctr7147 2 года назад

What time did you run in the Istanbul marathon

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

I didn’t! Not that I am aware of.

@biegaczzpoznania2569 3 года назад

For me, Nike Vaporfly 2 is not a very innovative model. I don't like the colors of the shoes. I stay with the Nike Vaporfly 1. You have to be able to run in the Nike Alphafly. They are incredibly soft. That's why now i'm experimenting with Adidas. I think Adidas Adizero Adios Pro is a very successful model. Recently, a new record in the half-marathon has been broken in them. As Eliud Kipchoge says - "the shoes do not run by themselves, but they help a lot". Greetings from Poland. Well done! great channel :)

@angiepangie123 2 года назад

Couldn't decide....got both 🤣

@rames1974 3 года назад

I read an article in Runner’s World that said these elite level shoe’s energy return properties benefit the non elite runner more.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

I read this one too. It does makes sense when you look at the figures. The margins are smaller with the elite athletes than non elite.

@heloizanery2817 2 года назад

Any flat feet opinions on the vaporfly... I have flat feet, average 10km runner and don't know which one to choose.. current running on Nike react infinity run

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

The arch may irritate your foot. It’s very prominent.

@heloizanery2817 2 года назад

thank you, I got an insole and going for my first half marathon Saturday on the alphafly...

@kolinpa1 2 года назад

Thanks, Do you know how high is the heal of the alphafly?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

My pair? Over 43mm

@kolinpa1 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD Thank you

@jarsa27 3 года назад

I think everyone should get them both 😜😂

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

An expensive but good suggestion!!

@cornellrandle6241 3 года назад

I have the Alphas and I just ordered the Next% 2.

@oyamamakalima8861 9 месяцев назад

Is the alpha fly 1 still out there or completely out of the market

@EDDBUD 9 месяцев назад

It’s not available anymore aside from resellers.

@runbikerun8189 3 года назад

Nice SMITHS shirt! Girlfriend in a Coma!

@mrgq2000 3 года назад

I personally like the VF

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

The lighter nature seems to be the favourite in the main.

@andywright7425 3 года назад

Another set of non standard laces in the Vaporfly 2 there. 👀

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Some experimentation going on 👍🏼😊🏃🏻‍♂️

@Matt_Kraczon 3 года назад

Shoe comparisons are great and all but what we want to really know is , Strat or Tele?🤔

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Funny you should say that. I have my eyes on a strat right now. 😉

@Matt_Kraczon 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD not sure if you’re looking vintage or new but if new, check out the thin skins that Wildwood Guitars stock. Custom Shop level without that price tag.

@jpook730 3 года назад

Strat is the ultimate builder's toolbox, and a real joy to play on long sessions. Tele? It doesn't care what you think; it bends the player to its will. What you really NEED is a guitar rotation 😁

@fizzy88 3 месяца назад

Is there much difference in the midfoot?

@EDDBUD 2 месяца назад

Yes both shoes are wider in the forefoot. Though the alpha that not more

@richardrendell9363 3 года назад

10min late notification 🏃‍♂️

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

It’s been a bit up and down recently for notifications.

@steveh8758 2 года назад

Iv got both but vaporfly is better for me

@swenderich 2 года назад

I just rewatched some images of Kipchoge in the Tokyo Marathon and the recent (NN) Enschede Marathon and it seems in both he’s wearing the Next%2. What do you think, did he abandoned the Alphafly?

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Seems so Sander, maybe he went with something super tested, also lets not forget the alphafly pods have been odd in high temps and Toyko was very humid

@swenderich 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD that’s also true! But he didn’t wear the Alphafly during the NN mission marathon in Enschede either, which wasn’t warm and humid. It seems like he wore the same Next% 2 there. Surprising, after all the effort he put in developing the Alphafly and using it to break 2 hours in Vienna!

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

@@swenderich Maybe Nike asked him to wear them. I bet he won’t wear those recycled zoomx ones though! 🤣

@swenderich 2 года назад

@@EDDBUD it’s certainly good advertising for the Next% 2 😊 And for the recycled zoomx: who knows, shoes with holes are even lighter, right? 😂 Just curious though: have you seen the Alphafly at all in recent races? I can’t remember seeing them, but then again: didn’t pay too much attention to it…

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

@@swenderich Maybe one or two. I think most top end runners are wearing what others wear. In amateur races though it’s everywhere! Even people wearing them for ultras.

@Stevenc1984 3 года назад

Any idea if the elites wear super shoes for the majority of their training? or just the longer fast runs?

@asianmack 3 года назад

I saw an interview with Kipchoge on Believe In the Run and he said he has a few pairs of Vaporfly and Alphafly that he changes out every month.

@EDDBUD 3 года назад

Yes they also dry them in the washing line 😂

@Stevenc1984 3 года назад

@@EDDBUD With the millage they do he's probably already retired a pair of Next% 2 to gardening duty 😂 Also thinking of Mrs Kipchoge telling him off for using all the washing line space and his response of... "Just hang it out later, it'll dry in 10 minutes" 🤣

@sttorstein 3 года назад

I wonder why you, and so many others refer to the Vaporfly as "the next%". The are both netx%....

@cristianandresriveradote6508 2 года назад

vaporfly next%2 I feel it more ustable than Alphafly. I use to have ankle soreness after 11k

@EDDBUD 2 года назад

Maybe the pods add some stability along with the wider heel.

@rafix8101 Год назад

Bought a pair of Vaporfly, ran 10 miles with it, felt fantastic and realized the outsole heel was already badly damaged so had to return it after a single run!! Nike should add a disclaimer regarding the extreme fragility of these super duper expensive trainers! Was truly gutted though but really can’t afford such limited shelf life 😢

@EDDBUD Год назад

Not sure I have had that damaged. Seems more durable than the 4%. Sadly zoomx can’t apparently be durable and cushioned all at once.

@rafix8101 Год назад

@@EDDBUD looking at the outsole, it looks to me all it would take to address this issue is stretching the dark rubber bit further back to avoid the white foam being in direct contact with the ground - I’m talking 1cm to the rear… I’m sure Nike have their perf/tech reasons for not doing so but they lost me on that one sadly.

@EDDBUD Год назад

@@rafix8101 yes the rear portions need slightly more length. But then they would last too long. 🤣

@rafix8101 Год назад

@@EDDBUD then enough said!