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When running is your daily ritual, the women's Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 39 road-running shoes are there to keep you energized for every mile so you can hit whatever personal goals you're chasing after.
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View all Nike Women's Road-Running ShoesBest Use | Running |
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Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 10 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 26 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 16 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Synthetic engineered mesh |
Midsole | React Foam with separate heel and forefoot Zoom Air units (compression molded EVA) |
Outsole | Rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 0.3 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
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U.S. Women's | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
Foot Length (in.) | 9 | 9 1/8 | 9 3/8 | 9 1/2 | 9 5/8 | 9 7/8 | 10 | 10 1/8 | 10 3/8 | 10 1/2 | 10 5/8 | 10 7/8 | 11 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I own a lot of Nike products, but I’ve never worn any version of the Pegasus before now. I must say that this has definitely caught me by surprise with just how comfortable this shoe is! The first thing I noticed is that it is extremely lightweight. It uses breathable material which makes it a great use for hot weather. The shape and padding is perfect and does not interfere with my walk or run. I wore these to one of my jobs that require being on my feet ALL day and I can easily say this passed the test. It has your typical causal look so you can’t go wrong with any outfit you wear. All in all I would buy again once these shows are worn out.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Pegasus Zoom Is a wonderful running shoe. I took the shoes out running a half a dozen times and each time my feet fell as fresh as when I started. The comfort is top-notch and the style is very savvy. When it comes to looks I love the looks but one thing I would like to point out is the toe cap creases and prunes when you walk a certain way and it looks creased and worn. I know a soft and flexible toe cap is necessary for a running shoe but if somebody is buying it for looks that might be a problem. Other than that I would highly recommend this shoe to my running buddies. I love the contrast of the colors so the swoosh really pops.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The first thing I noticed about these shoes after putting them on is how comfortable they are! The soles are the perfect amount of cushy to make long walks/average hikes a breeze. The groove on the back of the heel makes it so my foot doesn’t slide around or slip out of the shoe. The only thing I would change is possibly making the shoe a bit wider/foot shaped with a wider toe box! That being said, they are still comfy enough to wear all day long. These shoes are also sleek and stylish which made them easy to pair with any outfit. Paired with leggings for a comfy workout fit or jeans for an on the go fit, they both look well put together.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These shoes are very supportive of the heel and ball of the foot. As I step I can actually feel the insole molding under and caressing the ball of my foot, it’s a feeling that I only get while wearing these shoes specifically. With the elevated heel and lower toe, it’s recommended purpose is for running but personally I’d recommend it also for general use. It’s also well ventilated up top on the toe box that air can get underneath your foot inside the shoe, and when your feet are hot that cools them right off and feels amazing! The only con that I can say that this shoe has is that it stains very easily, but that can be cleaned up pretty easily.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Pegasus 39s are incredibly comfortable and supportive. The footbed cushioning is fantastic. After two babies in two years, I’m on a journey to get my old body back. These sneakers are comfortable enough to keep on all day, and supportive enough that I don’t need to switch shoes when I work out. The fabric upper area near the toes might wear out faster than the rest of the shoe, but it’s a fair trade-off for a breathable fabric. I prefer my sneakers to fit a little snug, so the fit on these sneakers is perfect for me. If you prefer a looser fit (or like wearing a thicker sock with your sneakers), you may want to go up a half size.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently got these women’s Air Zoom Pegasus 39 Wide and I have no complaints! I would absolutely recommend them to a friend. They are comfortable to wear for long periods of time. I love the fit and feel of the shoe. They are light weight and not too bulky. I love the color scheme of a light lavender color with coral. I think my favorite aspect of the shoes are the breathable fabric. My feet got hot quickly and I also live in Arizona. The breathable fabric makes them more comfortable for me to wear. I don’t have any complaints or anything I would change about these shoes. In true Nike fashion, they are durable and will last a long time!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've always been a fan of the Pegasus going back for more than a decade and this shoe did not disappoint. The cushioning is soft enough for longer runs yet also firm and responsive enough for those days when you want to pick it up. This is truly a shoe that can be your go to everyday trainer. Only thing that I wish was better is the upper which feels a bit more rigid than I would have liked. Finally, important to note that the Pegasus probably won't work for everyone - the shoe has tended to fit a bit narrow and the heel-to-toe drop is much more in line with what has been done historically (8mm+) which may not work for some runners.
These shoes are lighter, softer, and more cushioned than their predecessor. When I'm running, I love the Peg 39. However, as a daily shoe, the lack of arch and pronation support means that the medial side of my foot hits the FlyWire lacing system too hard for my liking, and I bottomed out the React under the medial side of my heel after only 250 miles, which I guess is industry average. This is just such a disappointment, as I feel like the Peg 38 outclassed a lot of higher priced competitors and offered much more support and the cushion lasted a lot longer (1,250 miles and going). I have switched back to 38's for daily use and 39's for my workouts.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This shoe fits true to size. It has a moderate amount of midfoot support and is an easy shoe to wear throughout a busy day on your feet. The Pegasus continues to be a shoe that looks good from a design aspect. This specific colorway was a nice edition to the collection. The tan laces give it a nice touch against the green and orange colorway. This is a great shoe to be able to throw on for a day out and also can function well as a running shoe. Because of this it does not function well as a weightlifting shoe because of the amount of give in the outsole and more substantial arch support. I would prefer a shoe similar to the metcon for that activity.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Many styles of running tend to be narrow in the heal. However, I have been extremely pleased with the fit and feel of this shoe. Very comfortable for running, walking and all day wear. The design is very simple and style works well with whatever I'm wearing them with. I can wear them while working out easily but they also transition well to more casual daily styles. The ankle is cut high enough that my no show socks are covered which I like. I most like that this shoe seems to contour the foot well. It's pliable but not flimsy. I also like that the sole has plenty of thickness that provides support and comfort for my feet and legs.