These are really good. I’m on my second pair and I have been wearing some type of Waffle Racer/Rival Waffle since 1992. They will wear out after about a year of daily use, but well worth it.

Nike Zoom Rival Waffle 6
Road and Cross-Country Racing Shoes
- Colour Shown: Black/Dark Smoke Grey/White/Metallic Silver
- Style: DX7998-001
- Country/Region of Origin: Vietnam
Nike Zoom Rival Waffle 6
Waffle traction and stretchy mesh fuel your races and training.
From dusty, dirt-trail cross-country races to slippery downward slopes and track workouts, the Zoom Rival Waffle 6 can help you optimise your training all year round. Built with a full-length Waffle traction pattern and a comfortable, accommodating upper, it doubles as both a training and racing shoe for athletes of all levels.
Grip the terrain
The full-length Waffle outsole pattern grips various surfaces and terrain.
Run the distance
The soft and slightly stretchy mesh helps keep you going in comfort.
Product details
- Not intended for use as personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Colour Shown: Black/Dark Smoke Grey/White/Metallic Silver
- Style: DX7998-001
- Country/Region of Origin: Vietnam
Size & Fit
- Fits small; we recommend ordering half a size up
- Size Guide
Free Delivery and Returns
Nike Members enjoy free returns (exclusions apply).
Reviews (42)
Reviews (42)
3.9 stars
Great Shoe!
dejanairo - 04 Jan 2026
My girls have slightly wider feet. But fitted.
Mel555 - 25 Jul 2025
Fantastic. True to size
Delb59915ecefee4cbc9d72db889832c4cd - 24 Jul 2025
beautiful shoe! wore last pair out running 5K's(I'm pretty sure I had exceeded the maximum mileage!)

Nike Zoom Rival Waffle 6
Optimised for training and racing all year round.
Engineered for
Cross-country
Event type
Distance
Shoe weight
Approx. 170g (size 7.5)
Tech Specs
Shoe weight
Approx. 170g (size 7.5)
What's new?
- An added arch band gives extra lockdown for a secure fit in muddy conditions and a supportive feel on uneven terrain.





