Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review

[@jamesbilsbury9443]

I bought this show last week and just happened to run an unplanned 21km technical trail route. The trail had rocks and loose gravel everywhere. Mud and wet sections with some steep acents and decents. I was very surprised at how well the shoe did. Running on wet rocks was fine with plenty of grip. In the mud it got a bit slippery but I've never had a shoe that's good in mud. The shoe is super comfortable and snug so your feet dont slide around in them. It feels like you're wearing slippers when you slide them on your feet. I will see how durable these are over time but i really like these. I didnt want to get the heavier zegama 2. The pegasus are lighter and have great cushion to me.

[@trailandkale]

They’re such an awesome road to trail shoe. My favorite in this category right now. That ATC rubber on the outsole is fantastic!

[@jamesbilsbury9443]

@@trailandkale I forgot to mention, your review is the reason I forked out the cash for these. So thank you for the great reviews you do.

[@trailandkale]

That’s great to hear! Thanks for the feedback! ✌🏼

[@koffkoff9041]

Great review!! I also really appreciate how active you are answering everyone’s questions in the comments!

[@trailandkale]

Thank you! I do my best! 😄✌🏼

[@Ventuss95]

Just got these on sale. They’ll be delivered on Friday and I can’t wait to try them out. I’m headed to Disney next year and need to find something soon haha.

[@trailandkale]

Let me know how you get on with them and enjoy Disney! :)

[@apocreg11]

Very tempted! Loved the old trail 36 pegs

[@trailandkale]

They were so damn good!!

[@apocreg11]

Very much enjoying your reviews

[@trailandkale]

Thanks so much for the nice feedback 🙏🏻 -Alastair

[@rachelschuster8490]

Thank you very very much ❤I already loved the pegassus trail 4 so I can ‘t wait to have this one ….

[@trailandkale]

I think you’ll love the upgrade!

[@mikkol79]

Just found your account. Apperciate the level of detail you provide. Very usefull.

[@trailandkale]

Thanks Mikkol! Appreciate it! ✌🏼

[@liferealgood]

As soon as your said the toe box was snug I was out. I gave you a like though. I loved the Pegasus shoes I had in 2009/2010. Ever since then the shoes have become incredibly tighter and more uncomfortable. I’ll stick to Brooks 😔

[@trailandkale]

Brooks are great, which one are you running in?

[@liferealgood]

@@trailandkale Brooks Ghost lately. They offer the best cushion. I recently purchased Ghost Max.

[@trailandkale]

I’m a big fan of the Ghost max - in prefer the lower drop and general feel.

[@trailandkale]

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[@wutangcorpdotcom]

All you have to do is go a half size up and it feels very wide

[@bamchel]

You're trail route is gorgeous! Thanks for the review.

[@trailandkale]

Thank you for tuning in 😊✌🏼

[@AZSP821]

Tried these in stores and man they feel good. Had to cop a pair for my upcoming AZ/UTAH trip

[@trailandkale]

I’m so happy to see Nike making positive changes to the Peg Trail at last. Have a great trip! 🏜️

[@NotOliver1721]

Haha, I’m also thinking about buying these shoes for an upcoming AZ and UT trip.

[@AZSP821]

@@NotOliver1721 twinsies

[@trailandkale]

Maybe Nike should market them as the ultimate go-to AZ/UTAH trip shoes 😝

[@charleswinckler6160]

Hi! I love your reviews, thanks a lot for that! I was wondering, what are your favorite "road to trail" shoes? Like the kind of shoe you can bring on holidays to hike, trail run, run on roads, and wear in the city :)

[@trailandkale]

I think I’m going to have to say the Peg Trail 5 right now! It’s the one I’d certainly choose. I’m actually working on a roundup of my favorite road to trail hybrid shoes this week which will drop on www.trailandkale.com in a few days :)

[@charleswinckler6160]

@@trailandkale Thanks ! Can't wait to see that :)

[@jt.8144]

bought the Ultraflys instead. I figured the 1 shoe that can DO all. All I need. 1 shoe.

[@trailandkale]

How are you finding them?

[@jt.8144]

@@trailandkale : I bought the 1st release ones. No regrets. Never bought the Alpha Flys . The Zoom X foam is something to behold. So comfortable that I had to give away my HOKA Rockets, Mach and Cliftons. Some kid in Africa is wearing them now thanks to Soles for Souls. With that said. I've ran em in the road and in the trails. Feels great. The carbon won't be as pushy compared to Road Version Race shoes. BUT. The Zoom X is where this shoe shines . Can't really put a template on the overall review because.. Terrain defines every shoe performance out there and everyone who wears these shoes will have both positive and negative reviews based on the area and conditions they live in.

[@jjj1019]

Thanks for the good review. Is the grip better on wet roads than road shoes?

[@trailandkale]

Yeah it should be, thanks to the new ATC rubber

[@gbkingharris2331]

The midsole is tight. But you got to do what the some in the military do. You got to gut your shoes a little. I cut were the tonged of the midsole is kind of tight on top to loosen it up.

[@trailandkale]

Not afraid to DIY your shoes - I like it!

[@LuiiVuitton11]

Would you recommend this shoe if I run on trails, roads, and treadmills? Would they feel well on a treadmill?

[@trailandkale]

Yes definitely! They’re a great all rounder

[@LuiiVuitton11]

@@trailandkale thank you 🙏🏽

[@zekken8250]

I absolutely love these but I would personally not use them on treadmill nor road, only on trail and road to trail.

[@godlivinginhere]

Looks diffferent from the one I bought today in Korea........ Different products in each country...

[@trailandkale]

Different how? Colorway, or design?

[@adamkhan5283]

Hey Alastair. Great video. Would you recommend these or the pegasus 41 as a daily trainer? I do mostly city running, but am looking for a durable shoe that I can also take on some easy trails for a walk/hike. I had a pair of peg 39's that lasted me 700km and the outsole held up great. Do you think durability will be an issue on pavement running with the trail 5?

[@trailandkale]

Thank you! The thing is, the peg trail 5 is much better at doing both road and trail while the peg 41 is much better tailored to just road. So the peg 41 outsole traction is nowhere near as good on trails as the peg trail 5. So it depends on the type of trails you intend to use them on. The new ATC rubber on the peg trail 5 is so good, and it’s very durable but if you do most of your runs on the road in them then the rubber lugs will run down quicker than if you were to run them on the trails.

[@trailandkale]

But if you got 700k out the peg 39 I see no reason why you won’t get at least 500k out the peg trail 5 using the way you plan to! 👍🏼 hope that helps making your decision a bit easier.

[@calebwilson1999]

Dude your hats are awesome! Where do you get them from?

[@trailandkale]

Most of them are from a brand called Janji. ✌🏼

[@WernerKellens]

Thanks for the review. Which nike shoe is then good for more technical trial (so a pure trial shoe)?

[@trailandkale]

Thank you! For more technical, go for the Zegama 2 (my latest video review). It has Vibram Megagrip like the Nike Ultrafly but is cheaper and better in my opinion. The Kiger 9 is good but the outsole hasn’t seen the same upgrades as the Zegama 2 or Peg Trail 5 yet, and still uses an old compound.

[@WernerKellens]

Thanks

[@trailandkale]

You’re welcome

[@PedroLopes-fq3qu]

Good review! I'm just wondering how is the grip on those in wet surfaces like wood and rocks (not very technical rock gardens but plain straight rocks). Also on wet roads or sidewalks... Are they good enought? Something like PumaGrip ?

[@trailandkale]

Thank you! I haven’t tested them on slick wet rock yet as the weather has been dry but I’ll share when I do. They’re already much better than the rubber compound used before so I’m hopeful they do well on wet rocks and roots too

[@vizodamasths]

When comparing to Pegasus 40, is there a big difference on road?

[@trailandkale]

Great question! For the most part they feel very similar on the roads… the peg trail 5 feels a little flatter under the forefoot though as there’s no zoom X unit under there like the Peg 41 has BUT the peg trail 5 feels softer (more cushioned) elsewhere (under the midfoot and heel) due to the higher stack height in that area. Peg trail 5 has much better traction should you hit wet roads, or dirt roads. I’ll publish a community post on our channel in a minute just for you..

[@vizodamasths]

@@trailandkale Wow, thank you very much man, I appreciate it.

[@trailandkale]

You’re welcome!

[@sethdbrown30]

How does the road performance compare to Trail 4? I run 75/25 mostly road, and find the Trail 4 better than the Pegasus 40

[@trailandkale]

I think it feels better, more response than the old React foam that was on the 4

[@Dramatello]

Thank you. Still haven’t made up my mind why someone would grab these rather than wait for the Pegasus 41? Most of my runs are on roads and I love my Peg 39’s and they disappear amazingly with any run. So Trail 5 or wait another month+ for the 41?

[@trailandkale]

The trail version is very different to the non-trail. It has a different midsole and much better outsole traction for those who want to take them on the trails

[@Dramatello]

@@trailandkale thank you! So if I mainly run on non-trail places… mainly road, outside, in the street…. Peg 41 then?

[@trailandkale]

@Dramatello yeah 100% 👍🏼

[@Kaisersozze]

That high drop is insane to me especially for a trail shoe. Most trail shoes don't have a drop bigger then 5mm and Nike is like fuck it, we'll double it. I can't image this is great for doing downhill, I don't need to be pushed forward even more by the shoe on the downhills.

[@trailandkale]

lol yeah, it could be so much better on trail with a lower drop, but it’s a hybrid shoe so they’re catering to those who want a shoe to do road and trail, and most of those people are likely already familiar with a higher drop - like in the Pegasus road for example. It works for the Pegasus Trail line due to its crossover nature. Also, it doesn’t feel like a 9.5mm drop at all, feels lower (which is a good thing).

[@Kaisersozze]

@@trailandkale Runrepeat tested and measured the Pagasus Trail 4 and measured a 12.7mm drop! So this 9.5mm could actually be even higher. No thanks. At least it feels lower.....

[@trailandkale]

@Kaisersozze It’s probably less than 9.5mm if anything, hence it feeling less in my tests. Also, that repeatRun site is the biggest bag of crap (they used to steal ours and other hard working reviewers content, all the time and then use our review results to rate shoes back in the day). Now their strategy is to cut a shoe in half, prod it, and give it a score based on nothing other than a few lab experiments. They don’t even run test the shoes, and still call it a review. 🤦🏼‍♂️ Unfortunately that doesn’t give runners the best insights into how well a shoe actually performs in the environment it was intended to be used in.

[@Kaisersozze]

@@trailandkale Hmm yeah if that's the case with them then that's not cool.

[@trailandkale]

@Kaisersozze no, it’s less than cool, and it’s sad that this can be allowed to happen. They’re doing it again now, but with new nefarious content farm tactics, using Ai and outsourcing, plus other tools I’m sure, to explode their visibility on Google, near wiping out authentic review blogs like ours and other real runner creators that we respect. I’m never one to complain like this, but I think it’s important to speak up sometimes so that others are aware of what’s going on in the ‘review landscape’ at the moment.

[@ryanito7935]

@trailandkale - All things equal, would you go with the Pegasus Trail 5 or the On Cloudsurfer Trail if looking for more cushion/squish? Thanks!

[@trailandkale]

For more cushioning and squish… the Cloudsurfer Trail wins!

[@ryanito7935]

@@trailandkale Awesome! Thanks for the quick reply!

[@trailandkale]

@ryanito7935 you’re welcome! Enjoy them! ✌🏼

[@jasonp2174]

My tts is Uk12.5, but Nike online only offers UK12 Or UK13, should I go up half size?

[@trailandkale]

Yeah go up the half size in that case as they have a snug fit 👍🏼 let me know how you get on with them 👋🏼

[@christianschmitz2024]

Thank you for your review! Would you recommend to run an ultra (44km) w/ 2000 m elevation gain? 🙏

[@trailandkale]

Do you mean 2000m elevation gain? What type of terrain is it?

[@christianschmitz2024]

@@trailandkale yes, sorry my mistake. The race is a mix of hiking trails (forest) and mountain trails.

[@trailandkale]

I’d recommend maybe a should like the Speedgoat 6 or Altra Timp 5 if you’ll have mountainous trails too. Which race is it?

[@trailandkale]

Or the Nike Zegama 2 actually! My review is dropping today!

[@christianschmitz2024]

Thank you for your recommendation, I have chosen the Speedgoat 6, the Zegama 2 was to tide and my heel slipped. It’s the Zugspitz Ultratrail.

[@Ontspandude]

I cant deside between the pegasus trail 5 and the zegama trail 2. Im going on hiking vacation in the alps this summer and only want to bring 1 pair of sneakers/ trailrunning shoes. And ofcourse my boots for bad weather.. help me😅

[@trailandkale]

Well the zegama 2 will give better performance on the trails and in the wet too due to the Vibram megagrip outsole. But the peg trail 5 is a great shoe for general weather walking around town (like Chamonix for example), and it’s also good on the trails. Personally if I could take only one to the alps I’d choose the Zegama 2 over the peg trail 5

[@Ontspandude]

Thank you very much, zegama2 it is🎉 @trailandkale

[@trailandkale]

@Ontspandude glad I could help!

[@Van_Wilder]

It’s a pity, I have the trail 2 gortex (blue and orange) and it has been unbelievably amazing to run in on Table Mountain and adjacent Lions Head. The shoe not only felt good, it looked pretty slick aesthetically. Then came the 3 and 4 and from an aesthetics perspective, it went from bad to worse in my opinion. I like the look of the 5 but concerned that it will hold up in the mountains where the runs are very technical. Also I feel that my trail 2 provides amazing support on technical terrain but performs equally well when hitting the road surface. Also I’m wondering if the change in lugs that was introduced with the 3 (I think) is indeed better than the lugs on the 2? Coz I’m happy with my grip on the 2

[@trailandkale]

The grip on the peg trail 5 is better than any previous version thanks to the new compound mentioned in the review. It handles moderate trails very well and even some technical stuff especially considering it’s a hybrid shoe. If you need a trail shoe for really technical trails, I can help you find the right shoes for that.

[@Van_Wilder]

@@trailandkale appreciate the feedback 👍🏻

[@trailandkale]

You’re welcome

[@travischaffin5834]

How padded is the tongue compared to the Kiger 9?

[@trailandkale]

Both are well padded but the Peg Trail 5 has more padding

[@p5rsona]

any news when goretex version is out?

[@trailandkale]

Not yet, likely autumn/winter

[@texasfishin3809]

Should I get Hoka Challengers or Nike Pegasus Trails for hybrid running?

[@trailandkale]

Good question! I think I’d go with the Pegasus trail 5 due to the better outsole grip.

[@Laolu90]

How does the 10mm drop of the Peg Trails compare with lower drop trail shoes like the Hoka Speedboats that are 4mm? I’ve only ever run trail in Hokas (SG5 & Mafate 4) and I’m curious how that 10mm drop would feel on the uphill especially.

[@trailandkale]

Normally I’d say I hate higher drops on trail shoes (I’m a fan of the Speedgoats too and love that 4/5mmm drop they tend to go for). The new Peg Trail 5 however didn’t annoy me like the previous version did… which is odd but a good thing!

[@Acconda]

It’s how your knees and hips get on with them long term

[@trailandkale]

Exactly… I always tend to notice this when reviewing higher drop shoes as most of my running does go above 5/6mm drop shoes

[@RowOfMushyTiT]

You have to consider the drop as well as the rocker. Rocker basically emulates a high drop. Hoka = low drop, high rocker Nike = high drop, low rocker

[@tristinreesey]

appreciate it

[@trailandkale]

You’re welcome

[@runrunrun1626]

Are you from UK ? I live in UK. This nike Pegasus is good for UK trail too?

[@trailandkale]

I am originally but now live in California. What type of trails do you run in the uk?

[@Natan9000]

I think Nike trail shoes look best for daily use but aren’t the best trail running shoes 😅

[@trailandkale]

These are great as a transition shoe, and the Zegama 2 has major improvements over the original 👌🏼

[@PrecursorLegend]

I swear Nike keeps making their shoes narrower and narrower for some reason. I don't get it.

[@trailandkale]

I have noticed this too! Next year may be the year I have to size up 😛

[@leightaft7763]

Same. I have a hard time thinking it’s just my feet getting wider lol.

[@trailandkale]

lol 😄

[@tonytan8833]

i don’t buy a lot of shoes. My last pair was peg 38, i find the peg trail 5 quite loose overall and toe super wide actually 😅

[@trailandkale]

@tonytan8833 do you size up a half size in general?

[@jaredanderson7494]

Makes you miss the trail 4 aesthetics.

[@trailandkale]

I prefer the new style

[@gradya.2701]

In your opinion how would these compare to the wild horse 8?

[@trailandkale]

The WH8 is a bit of a bulkier shoe and although it has a nice lug design the outsole is using an older, less effective rubber compound for traction

[@jacobmoon031]

@@trailandkalegreat informative review! Which would be the best for hiking multi terrain exclusively, the PT5 or WH8? Looking for an all rounder for medium hikes (on and off road, nothing too technical), some light agility work and also have the stability and comfort to enjoy those.

[@trailandkale]

@jacobmoon031 thank you! I think you’ll like these based on what you’re after

[@jacobmoon031]

@@trailandkale think so too. Will give them a try, thanks!

[@trailandkale]

You’re welcome! Let us know how you get on with them!

[@trailandkale]

👋🏼 Hey everyone! Let me know if you have any questions about the latest Peg Trail 5! :)

[@sprintercampervans]

They look really nice! Is there a waterproof version?

[@timtannahill9]

What’s the better light trail shoe this or the cloudsurfer trail?

[@trailandkale]

@timtannahill9 very interesting you brought that up because I was thinking how similar these two trail shoes are whilst running in the Peg Trail 5. I’d go for the Pegs because they’re more stable. The Cloudsurfer trail is a more plush however. So I guess in answer to your question, light trails with no technical stuff, the cloudsurfer trail could be your shoe if you like a lot of cushioning and control is not as important. Here’s my review of that shoe in case you haven’t watched it yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y53bZKeBd9lnjtksi=PKwAb_Y8WqSkhmPJ

[@timtannahill9]

@@trailandkale thank you for the in depth reply #newsub

[@trailandkale]

Thank you, and welcome! :)

[@qazishujaullah]

lgta hy galat trail 5 ki video pr a gya mein

[@trailandkale]

It's probably the right one... at least the most informative ;)

[@eddolous]

I ran a 60k in the Pegasus trail 4 Gore Tex 😂 coz it was very wet

[@trailandkale]

And how did that go? 😄

[@MrLevy247]

How was the 60k in the wet?