The weight of this shoe is the first thing that threw me off as soon as I picked it up. I have tried dozens of different running shoes and when I picked this shoe up I was amazed at how light they are. Wearing them you forget they are even on… until your feet hit the ground. Thats when you really notice the insanely comfortable midsole and once your feet start moving, the midsole perfectly paired with the Flyplate has you feeling like you are walking on air. I have slightly wider than normal feet and often times struggle to find the right shoe for distance running. This shoe was checking off all the boxes for me every single time i wore them. I noticed more comfort on every strike of my foot down; I felt less sore in my feet by the end of the run. The material didn’t feel weird wrapped around my foot and I didn’t have any swelling on the back of my heels. This really might be the perfect running shoe from me. Have currently tested them on 2 5k’s and a half marathon and they feel absolutely amazing. Looking forward to attempting my first marathon in these in the spring.
Nike Vaporfly 4
Men's Road Racing Shoes
Extra 25% w/ code CYBER
Shipping
You'll see our shipping options at checkout.- Shown: Velvet Brown/Black/Desert Ochre/Soft Pearl
- Style: IH4453-220
Nike Vaporfly 4
The Vaporfly 4 is a mile-eating machine that just got lighter. We trimmed weight with a carbon fiber Flyplate and ultra-responsive ZoomX foam midsole to give you race-day speed without sacrificing performance. The result is a fine-tuned racing shoe that’s trusted from the mile to the marathon.
Full Speed
The full-length carbon fiber Flyplate has a higher angle than the Vaporfly 3 and combines with a lower heel-to-toe drop to give you a propulsive feel on race day.
Lighter Foam
Nike ZoomX, our most responsive foam, just got lighter. Running from heel to toe, it unlocks even more energy return than before thanks to a slight midsole reduction, giving you a bouncy, feathery feel.
Less Weight
Engineered mesh on the upper offers improved lightweight comfort while supplying a more consistent fit. We reduced the size of the heel and tongue to save even more weight.
Light Feel
The midsole bulge at the heel helps reduce weight on the inside of the foot and give you a more stable ride. We also used a thinner rubber compared to the Vaporfly 3 to reduce outsole weight without sacrificing reliability.
What's New About the Vaporfly 4?
We took a race car approach when updating the Vaporfly 4, making minor tweaks so you can enjoy major gains. We trimmed inessential weight in the upper, midsole and outsole without sacrificing performance.
Product Details
- Weight: Approx. 190 g/6.7 oz (Men's US 10)
- Heel-to-toe drop: 6 mm
- Shown: Velvet Brown/Black/Desert Ochre/Soft Pearl
- Style: IH4453-220
Shipping & Returns
Reviews (107)
Reviews (107)
4.6 Stars
So Light You Forget They Are On
Esad - Nov 26, 2025
Product received for free, or reviewed as part of a sweepstakes/giveaway or in exchange for a discount.
#teamnikeSimply the Best
tsaxey - Nov 25, 2025
One of the best running shoes out there, amazing price and color. Love the Vapor and Alpha Fly's
The Bounciest, Lightest Shoe I've Ever Experienced
Logan - Nov 22, 2025
The feeling I get from these shoes is wild. The level of energy return and bounce is completely unprecedented; it almost feels like cheating! What blows my mind is how they achieved this while keeping the weight so minimal. When I pulled them out of the box I was genuinely surprised by how light they are. On top of the performance, they draw a ton of compliments when I wear them out casually.
Product received for free, or reviewed as part of a sweepstakes/giveaway or in exchange for a discount.
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Nike Vaporfly 4
Versatile, all-around race day shoe from 10K to Marathon.
Engineered For
Road Racing
Race Distance
10K, Half Marathons and Marathons
Shoe Weight
Approx. 190g/6.7oz (Men's US 10)
Heel-to-Toe Drop
6mm
Tech Specs
Shoe Weight
Approx. 190g/6.7oz (Men's US 10)
Heel-to-Toe Drop
6mm
Powered By
Full-Length Carbon Fiber Flyplate & ZoomX Foam
What's New?
- Nike’s most resilient foam just got a little better. The midsole design saves weight and unlocks even more energy return by reducing foam where it isn’t needed.
- The lab tested and runner validated curved full-length carbon fiber FlyPlate delivers a propulsive feel and unlocks more leverage from the foot and ankle.
- The blown rubber outsole delivers a dynamic combination of traction, durability and cushion. The softer material compresses to conform to the road for elevated traction and smooth transition.
- Engineered mesh upper increases comfort and fit consistency while contributing to the overall weight savings of the shoe.
Features That Perform
Lighter Upper
Engineered mesh helps reduce the weight of the shoe while providing a more consistent fit. And we saved more weight by reducing the size of the heel and tongue.
Lighter Foam
Nike ZoomX, our most responsive foam, just got lighter. Running from heel to toe, it unlocks even more energy return than before with a slight midsole reduction, giving you a bouncy, feathery feel.
Lighter Outsole
We reduced the weight of the outsole by using a thinner rubber compared to the Vaporfly 3.
Full Speed
The full-length carbon fiber Flyplate has a higher angle than the Vaporfly 3 and combines with a lower heel-to-toe drop to give you a propulsive feel on race day.
“The Vaporfly 4 is the ideal Vaporfly. Nike nailed it. I love running fast in this shoe.”
Mohammed Ahmed
Marathoner
