Nike’s Air Zoom technology has been a game-changer in the world of running shoes, and the Nike Pegasus Premium takes it to new heights. Featuring Nike’s first sculpted, visible Air Zoom unit, the Pegasus Premium is set to revolutionize the running experience for sneaker enthusiasts and runners alike.
The Nike Pegasus Premium’s visible Air Zoom unit is contoured from heel to toe, designed to efficiently carry a runner’s power through each stride. This innovative design is a result of Nike‘s mastery of cutting-edge tools like computational design, AI engines, and rapid prototyping, allowing designers to create Air units that closely resemble the shape of the foot for unparalleled efficiency.
The combination of Nike’s proprietary ZoomX foam in the midsole and ReactX foam in the heel creates a smooth, propulsive ride that optimizes energy return mile after mile. In fact, the Pegasus Premium returns more energy to the runner than any other model in the Pegasus franchise to date, thanks to its unique Air Zoom unit and strategically placed foam.
Kathy Gomez, Nike vice president, emphasizes the significance of the Pegasus Premium not only for its technological advancements but also for the accessibility it offers to all runners. “Air is Nike’s separator in the footwear industry,” says Gomez. “In running, when we combine Air with components like midfoot plates and with platforms like our proprietary foams, we create superior systems for performance.”
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The Nike Pegasus Premium’s upper is engineered with a circular knit for a secure fit, reinforced in specific areas of the lateral and medial forefoot for added support during runs. The shoe’s design is a testament to Nike’s ability to listen to and serve athletes, combining the expertise of designers, engineers, and scientists from various Nike teams.
As a collector and fanatic of Air Max shoes for nearly three decades, I find the Nike Pegasus Premium truly impressive. The full-length visible Zoom Air is a standout feature that brings back memories of obsessing over new Air Max releases. The sculpted Air unit, designed to fit the natural contours of the foot, is a bold statement piece that delivers on both performance and style.
The Nike Pegasus Premium is expected to release in early 2025, with the Airscape colorway debuting on nike.com, the Nike App, and select running specialty stores.
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