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Nike Alphafly 3 Men's Road Racing Shoes - White/Pure Platinum/Obsidian Mist/Gridiron

Nike Alphafly 3

Men's Road Racing Shoes

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  • Colour Shown: White/Pure Platinum/Obsidian Mist/Gridiron
  • Style: FD8311-101
  • Country/Region of Origin: China

Nike Alphafly 3

29% off

Fine-tuned for marathon speed, the Alphafly 3 helps push you beyond what you thought possible. Three innovative technologies power your run: a double dose of Air Zoom units helps launch you into your next step; a full-length carbon-fibre plate helps propel you forwards with ease; and a heel-to-toe ZoomX foam midsole helps keep you fresh from start to 26.2. Time to leave your old personal records in the dust.

Energy return for your marathon

Two forefoot Air Zoom units combine with ZoomX foam to store and return the energy back to you, powering every step.

Propulsive feeling

A full-length carbon-fibre plate delivers a propulsive sensation that helps you smoothly transition through every stride and tackle turns with confidence.

Cushioned ride

Fully connected ZoomX foam creates an ultralight and cushioned feel, helping you stay fresh and comfortable from mile 1 to 26.2.

What's new about the Alphafly 3?

The Alphafly 3 is our lightest Alphafly ever, featuring a slightly wider carbon-fibre plate for increased stability, a fully connected ZoomX foam midsole for smoother transitions and an all-new AtomKnit upper designed for improved multi-directional containment and breathability.

More benefits

  • Notched laces offer a secure but soft lace-up.
  • Integrated knit tongue with lofted padding helps alleviate lace pressure.

Product details

  • Weight: approx. 218g (men's UK 9)
  • Heel-to-toe drop: 8mm
  • Not intended for use as personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Colour Shown: White/Pure Platinum/Obsidian Mist/Gridiron
  • Style: FD8311-101
  • Country/Region of Origin: China

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Reviews (252)

4.6 stars

  • Great Shoe / Poor Manufacturing

    JamesS223451825 - 20 Nov 2025

    I bought these at the start of the year explicitly for races. 7 wears in (approx. 115k) and the heal grips started to peel off and a crack appeared in the sole beneath the forefoot. Unsure as to whether this was a fault with this specific pair but very disappointing given the price point. I actually really love them and the ride is great but I wouldn't buy another pair purely for the way they've been manufactured. Nike were very helpful and provided a full refund. VF4 + Vomero + for the same price!

  • Squeaky shoe

    Derrick79598917 - 17 Nov 2025

    I love the shoe, it has a great fit, there very fast, but they squeak a lot when your walking, don know if it will go away, it is very annoying, hope it goes away soon..

  • As advertised and reviewed

    Marcus364612264 - 16 Nov 2025

    The Alphafly 3 is true to my pre-purchase research. Very light, comfortable and fast shoe. These are race day shoes, not everyday trainers (unless money is no issue for you). Prior to purchasing, I read that these shoes provide maximum benefit over 125-150 miles. I train in other, more stable, shoes and pull these out for a quick couple runs before wearing them in a marathon. First marathon was Erie and got my PR with a time to qualify for Boston and Chicago. My feet felt great after the race. I am a size 11.5, 58 years of age and 150 lbs. After years of thinking about it, I made the plunge and bought the Alphaflys. Glad I did. The reviews questioning these shoes is the result of people not doing the research and having expectations out of line with what the shoes offer.

Our pinnacle race-day shoe for half-marathons & marathons.

Engineered for

Road racing

Race distance

Half-marathons and marathons

Shoe weight

Approx. 218g (men's size 9)

Heel-to-toe drop

8mm

Tech specs

Shoe weight

Approx. 218g (men's size 9)

Heel-to-toe drop

8mm

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Full-length carbon-fibre Flyplate, Air Zoom units & ZoomX foam

What's new?

    • The all-new AtomKnit upper offers containment and breathability.
    • Our lightest Alphafly ever features a slightly wider carbon-fibre Flyplate for increased propulsion and stability.
    • For the first time, a fully connected ZoomX midsole and outsole provides runners with a smooth transition and optimised responsiveness.
    • A new outsole material delivers multi-directional traction while saving weight.
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Moe Murunga

"They're very bouncy and very comfortable—perfect for the marathon".

Moe Murunga

Marathoner, Mill City runner

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