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The initial experience in this shoe is stiff, but the ride improves with mileage. Unlike Nike’s Air cushioned shoes, our testers thought this shoe definitely needs some break-in mileage. While the new Shox cushioning system makes the shoe look “heel-centric,” testers were surprised by the well-cushioned (if a bit stiff) forefoot. The midfoot shank is highly protective, which contributes to making shoe appropriate for both neutral runners and slight overpronators. Some runners may note a bit of an abrupt transition due to the shank. The upper was loved for its looks, but not for its fit. It’s a bit stiff and very tall in the toebox.
This new shoe replaces the rubber heel columns that have been the hallmark of the Shox line with air-filled pillars. According to our tests, this new design results in soft heel cushioning, but testers noted that the shoe's overall ride felt firm. This could be due to the plastic footbridge Nike uses to address the abrupt heel-to-forefoot transition that plagued the original Shox design. Recommended for runners with normal to high arches who don't overpronate.
Nike Shox Experience
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