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: Barely Green/Green Glow/Mint Foam/Metallic Silver
- Style: DX7998-300
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: Barely Green/Green Glow/Mint Foam/Metallic Silver
- Style: DX7998-300
Size & Fit
- Fits small; we recommend ordering half a size up
- Size Guide
Delivery & Returns
Free standard delivery with your Nike Membership.
You can return your order free of charge, within 30 days. Some 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.





