Generally the romanticized image of the long distance runner signifies purity and commitment, which I'm sure has never been the thought crossing the mind of anyone racing, nor does it sound all that fun. And given how hard it is to reach that perceived transcendence from the mud and pain, there is a self-absorption to it as well. But in The Nike Zoom Victory XC 3 whatever the pretensions and idealisms of the solitary distance runner conjured can at least, in part, be realized as the aggressive Pebax plate and snug breathable upper come together to help you drop the pack. This spike is neither going to remove the pain or promise the win, but it'll convince any experienced cross country athlete that this is the footwear needed to push them to the next finish line- the idealism crossed with the reality. Which includes long miles, plateaus, peaks, valleys, mud, rain and sun. It's the spike for the modern day running mindset.
Cushioning
To keep weight down, this shoe contains no additional cushioning technologies.
Midsole
Flashlon full-length midsole for a lightweight, responsive ride.
Carbon Fiber Shank in the midfoot provides improved torsional rigidity.
Upper
Open mesh covering the upper provides great breathability.
Dynamic Flywire provides necessary support and unmatched fit while reducing the shoes overall weight.
Perforated Collar Foam guards against water absorption.
Outsole
Pebax Plate in the forefoot is a stiff polymer plate for increased propulsion.
Rubber Outsole extends from the heel to the Pebax plate and is textured for additional grip.
Contains 4 spike receptacles per shoe.
