Read our Nike InfinityRN 4 review, including what Nike's brand-new ReactX foam feels like at a variety of paces.
However, I appreciate that these shoes don't feel like theyme to heel strike on flat ground. That's not the case with many max-cushioned shoes that have an exaggerated heel-to-toe drop . It's only on the downhills when I feel that extra foam sticking out behind my heel really come into play.
To be sure, the new ReactX foam creates a soft, pillowy cushion more than a bouncy, springy one. Although I love the sensation on my slower, easier miles, when I've tried to pick up the pace, I feel like I'm sinking a little too far into the shoe without the energy return I crave for faster miles. I've also found that, despite having a fabric upper, my feet heat up in these shoes pretty noticeably and quickly. This might have to do with the water-resistant lining in the toe, or the fact that I got a pair in the black color. Either way, I think they'll work best on cooler days when I'm craving that warmth.Nike markets these shoes as having high support, but I'd say they're actually surprisingly versatile.
One other thing I love: the traction. Those lugs keep me upright on concrete, asphalt, packed dirt, and even some slippery brick sidewalks.While I won't be whipping out my InfinityRN 4s for speed work or race day, they make an excellent choice for recovery runs. I find that their soft, cozy cushioning actually helps encourage me to run easy.
I expect the lounge chair of running shoes to be my new strategy to help me get that slowdown on track correctly. Just like a good La-Z-Boy practically begs you to sink into it and relax, my InfinityRN 4s push me to take it easy. Time to turn on that Netflix and chill.Want to be the first to hear about the latest SHOP product drops, custom collections, discounts, and more? Sign up to have the intel delivered straight to your inbox.
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