NIKE WILDHORSE 8 Initial Review | Has Nike FINALLY made a good trail shoe? | Run4Adventure

[@kirbster1977]

I could not agree more about the lack of info. It is SO LAZY to not put this info on website. If Nike can't be bothered to give us the facts on what we are buying, then I can't be bothered to buy it. Lug depth, drop, weight etc. should be listed on all shoes. As you may tell, it winds me up! 😄

[@Run4Adventure]

Its very strange and I agree, completely lazy! 🤷‍♂️ Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@saltydog6241]

The lack of information on their website is an outrage. No way would I buy a shoe from a website where they won’t disclose basic details.

[@slavasss2189]

Its fashion brand, lol...other true running brands normally give all stats

[@TheRay1227]

@@Run4Adventure Can you please do a RBX Trail Shoe review 😅?? It’s an Amazon Brand. It’s definitely in the cheaper and affordable side. I just want to know what you take on it is. I recently got it as a gift.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@TheRay1227 When "running shoes" are that cheap, unfortunately it tends to mean that they're just generic shoes. It won't have gone through any testing or development and the cheapest materials would have been used to keep the production cost to a bare minimum. The brands then call them running shoes but I really wouldn't recommend buying them. They normally perform badly and the durability is normally pretty bad! Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏😊 Loyd

[@karenr2315]

Appreciate your thorough review and SO happy to see Nike go back to a design more like the Wildhorse 3 and 5’s I fell in love with. Time to finally replace my 5’s!

[@mickyward3716]

Just received mine today and did a quick 5k and the comfort is something to write home about. From the seemless tongue to the midsole, these are definitely more comfortable than the peg 4 with more room in the toe box. The weight in my size 8 was 10.5 oz, which isn't too bad. The only negative I got is I wish the heel design came up a little higher as I do with most nike models. I hit some snow patches and didn't struggle with grip they did slide a tad on the ice but it could be due to the grip not being worn in yet. They do run a tad warmer, so they should be idel for spring and fall temperatures. Btw the fit true to size with one of the best nike fits i'v ever experienced personally.

[@Run4Adventure]

That's great to hear Micky, it's definitely a very comfortable shoe! It sounds like you had similar issue to me with the toe box depth, the Wildhorse horse a lot more volume in the toe. Hope you continue to enjoy your shoes and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@tomh9064]

I gave these a try with the Nike 25% sale. Loving them! They are perfect for cruising in the trails, so comfy but still planted and stable. Will be go to easy day shoes for the trails now and I find more capable that the More Trail V2 they are replacing. Wouldn't have even been on my radar without this video! So cheers.

[@ClintonTonge]

Just picked these up on sale for $118 CAD. Unbelievable value for dollar at that price point. Such a great shoe. Will be my go-to shoe for majority of trails outside of winter conditions. May grab another pair while they're so cheap!! Thanks for the review to help me decide!!

[@Run4Adventure]

That’s great to hear! Glad you’re enjoying your shoes and thanks for watching 🙏😁

[@killforkylie]

Just got a pair. Ordinarily having mud on my shoes is a badge of honour. I don't want to get these dirty. They're a fine looking shoe.

[@The.JZA.]

5mm lugs!? That's huge for Nike! I'm really happy to hear that because a 3mm lug turns into a zero mm lug in no time. At least 5mm will last a bit longer. I'm looking for some lightweight hiking shoes just for day trips, maybe up to 5-6 hours. I was looking at the Nike Trail 4 GTX but these look like they have more sole protection and chunkier lugs so might be a better bet. Also a little cheaper. Do you think they will make good light hiking shoes? Nothing too technical just walking in forests and up some mountain sides.

[@adventuresinmiddleage75]

Bought a pair based on your review Loyd, first time out of the box ran 50km with no issues, can’t comment on grip in the wet yet….but this is now top choice for my RTTS shoe 👍

[@Dogwalkerdave]

I agree with the lack of detail on Nike’s website. I find that that’s the case with a lot of their shoes. Great to hear there’s a good offering from Nike. I’m quite happy with my Peg 4 Trail Goretex as well. Great work Loyd. Cheers!

[@Run4Adventure]

It's a bit strange Dave? 🤷‍♂️ Glad to hear you're enjoying your Peg Trail 4's, hope your fit and well! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@michaellogan8395]

Brillant timing and spot on review. I have been slipping around in my Solomon gliderides since hitting the Cornish trails (Port Isaac) it been wet and muddy. So decided a 5mm lug was needed. I actually liked the Nike trail 4 GTX but the toe box was too shallow but loved the react comfort and response. So your review had me push the button on The Wild Horse 8s and they feel amazing! The test will be when I hit the coast path but Initial feel is ACE. Thank you, great content as always.

[@Run4Adventure]

That's good to read Michael, I'm really glad you like the feel of the new Wildhorse 8 👍 I'm going to take it out for a long run on the coast path soon, I think it will handle it well. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@mxmsyamanaka2682]

Bought these yesterday because of you! Thank you man!! 💯🔥

[@Run4Adventure]

Awesome, glad you like them! 👍 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@PaulWilliams-dl4fn]

I have the Wildhorse 7 which despite the reviews I have been reasonably pleased with, but they do have their limits in the mud, but that’s when I’m the Inov8 x talons come out 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

I personally think the new 8 is so much better than the 7's Paul. Better fit, more grip, more traction, more comfy and definitely more exciting to run in 👍

[@stewartliesnham6417]

Kiger's have been and will continue to be my favourite summer trail shoe. Not tempted to try the Wildhorse because one, they are a bit too much shoe for me personally and two, the Kiger's are just so good. No good for UK winters though but then that's what the X-Talons are for 👍

[@luke123death]

Could not agree more, I use the 6’s for summer uk fell races and they’re class!

[@Werunthewild]

Thanks for this review Lloyd I Just completed limitlesstrails beast of the beacons 20 straight out of the box In these and I’m very impressed! No issues at all They performed brilliantly in the mountains, and the trails of the Brecon beacons, in mud (bog) slightly wet rock! I’m glad the extra width fitted my awkward feet perfectly! My feet got wet and I didn’t get any blisters 😅 and no foot pain!

[@slowasadonkey736]

Another good review, thankyou Lloyd. I agree with pegasus, it does feel like an ice rink when you hit wet rocks 😅 but still a super comfy ride.

[@grantwallace1882]

I am pleased for Nike. If they make more good shoes like this, Nike could become a popular brand in the future ..... 😜🤪😝

[@Run4Adventure]

You never know Grant, they could do well in the future 😂🤣 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@jansommerlund5497]

O so happy with this review Loyd. I'm one of the few that really like the Nike trail shoes. I think I've had pretty much every version of the WH, TK and Pegasus trail and also the new Zagama. (which disappointed me a lot, don't like the midsole ). The fit is always perfect for my foot and I love the react midsoles. Price and durability is normally very good. Hopefully they haven't changed the fit. And yes, the shoes tend to be lethal in wet conditions. No doubt about that. But it seems like reviewers always try to find the biggest mud hole or slippiest wet rocks for their tests, so they can conclude how bad the grip is. And it wasn't any good before the Zagama and now the WH8. But I just don't use them in these conditions. I take my inov8's. I'm really looking forward to getting these shoes. They sound like the perfect shoe for me. So thank you so much for this review and I hope you will make a review of the new TK9 as well.

[@CyrrusNL]

I've said this before, but Nike should just roll back to the Nike Terra Kiger 4 and the Pegasus 32. Both came out around the same time and both were, for me personally, hands down the best shoes Nike ever produced in their respective categories. I miss my Kigers dearly. I literally ran a trial ultra with a pair of Terra Kiger 4's straight out of the box. These look promising. The Wildhorse has always been the chunkier sibling to the Terra Kiger. Here's hoping Nike does a radical redesign on those too.

[@coolhand1966]

Pegasus 36 Trail is the best!!

[@kylekraeft5558]

Yes! That lack of info is curious for sure… excited to try these!

[@ker6134]

Nike finally getting a usable all-condition outsole? INTERESTING INDEED... Thanks for the review! Will wait for your next outing on this pair.

[@jlhuk52]

Great review, they look perfect for my trail running. Im still liking my 7s and they fit well with the trails i run but would love having more confident grip in the wet.

[@jeffagostinelli_official]

Absolutely. I noticed this on Nike's site too. Very odd to me that they don't have the detailed specs on their site.

[@mariopejovic]

Recently I started to run again, more for overall fitness and health, to add to strength training, so I'm thinking to invest in pair of decent trail running shoes, to stay off the pavement when I can. But problem is I have fairly large size feet and in my county usually number go up to 47 EU. Hopefully, since Nike is popular here, this model will be available in my size. Largest Hokas I found in road models were 48, but they are kind of on smaller size. Looking forward to long run review, to see are they still as good as first appearance shows. Great work Lloyd!

[@SeeChadRun]

Seems like a good trail shoe with an "old school" flare that I like. Great initial review! New hats look solid too!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Chad that's really appreciated, we post to the US 😉 Hope you're fit and well, thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@santiagoguerrero5588]

Yes please we wait to the long test review!! Thanks, I think that Nike is working hard in the trail products line

[@Run4Adventure]

Awesome Santiago, long run coming soon and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@jerroldbrown2929]

Peg Trail has been my go-to for the last 2 years.

[@bstdsc9079]

Hi Loyd. Thanks for the video. This one really flew under my radar as I gave up on following Nike trail shoes after so many disappointing reviews. In comparison to the Asics Trabuco 11 which are in your current rotation, how would you compare them in terms of fit/grip/ride and foreseen usage ? Thanks for all your effort and keep the great vids coming !

[@eldeabajo1]

dear Loyd wearing for two months the Pegasus trail 4 I can definetely say that is really more than a good hybrid trail shoe...great review as always...

[@Run4Adventure]

Glad you're enjoying your Peg Trail 4's Billy, thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@TheGingerApe]

Surely the info about the shoes is an absolute must for anyone, borders on the ridiculous to not put anything and just expect people to buy it

[@Run4Adventure]

I totally agree! 👍 It's very arrogant from the Nike brand to just expect customers to buy their running shoes with no information 😠

[@jacquesvanzyl36]

Bought myself and the Mrs a pair yesterday. Will be putting them to the test this Sunday on the Table Mountain range on a 24km hike/run (approx 800m elevation) - very Rocky terrain, known to devour most shoes. Fingers crossed 😊

[@mariusburger5934]

They still worth it?

[@jacquesvanzyl36]

@@mariusburger5934 great bang for buck, and very versatile, anything from short hikes to long trail runs. Toe box is nice and deep also, if you should suffer from toes that tend to curl up and cause discomfort. I'm very happy with my purchase. Maybe head over to your local sports store and try a few on the instore treadmill if they have one. Forgot to mention, the grip is pretty good for a shoe in this price range, almost, almost on par with the graphine from inov8. Just keep in mind no shoe is perfect, but having said that, the nikes have yet to let me down, and I've now done quite a few mid distance trail runs and long hikes in them.

[@mariusburger5934]

@Jacques van Zyl lekker ordered online the Nike store at Menlyn was sold out of size 9 so getting mine next week looking forward to it. Got the Black Spring Green colours 🙌

[@jacquesvanzyl36]

@@mariusburger5934 lekka man, I'm sure you will have many happy miles in those. 👍

[@davidzlotnick1899]

Thanks I’ve been a big fan of the Pegasus trail 4 GTX for comfort ( great react midsole) and less technical trails - I found the GTX version more comfortable and roomier than the regular versions how would you say these compare ( I use speed goat 5 for more technical stuff )

[@seanmarshall5475]

I'm looking for a good trail shoe at this moment. This looks good for me, great break down of the shoe. Yes would like to see good camera veiw's of you long run. Great review 👍👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Sean, really glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@krunobakota9502]

Great perspective Lloyd! If I may ask, how would you compare them to do the Zegama? Which would younsay is a better overall investment?

[@icg2412]

Are these water repellent?

[@seanviggers2228]

I can confirm the new caps are fab. 🙌🙌

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks mate, I'm glad you think so! Hope you get to wear it got lots of exciting running adventures 🏃‍♂️ Thanks for the support Sean 🙏

[@PaulCoatesTrailRunning]

Wow, about time Nike delivered. Thank you for the review

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries Paul, thanks for watching 👍😊

[@amandacatherine793]

I got a pair based on your review. Thank you for the details and analysis.

[@Run4Adventure]

No problem Amanda, hope you enjoy them and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@robscherer]

Great looking shoe IMO...still rocking my Kiger 5's

[@adityakumara1989]

Is this shoes more comfort & bouncy then Hoka Challenger ATR 7 or New Balance X More Trail v3?

[@danbeasley8465]

As always a great video these look good, what’s the cushioning like compared to speedgoat?

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Dan, glad you enjoyed the video. I'd say the Speedgoat has a deeper level of cushioning but the Wildhorse feels more responsive and still very cushioned 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@johndunn3675]

Yep, it's not just @nike that fail to provide technical information about their trail shoes. @reebok are the same, which is a shame as they have some good value trail shoes, but buying them is leap of faith as you don't know the lug size, the drop etc etc

[@slavasss2189]

Agree, i not treat them as real running shoes if no stats, and drop is very important info....i still think nike is more fashion brand though😄....no wide width...limited number of running shoes besides hyped vaporfly, only peg and vomero....

[@alecchurch6749]

Pegasus trail 2 is my go to… for the comfort but the grip in wet conditions has always been rubbish. I’d say they are a good hybrid shoe. But could I be looking at my new trail shoe?! Great video! Keep ‘em coming!

[@Run4Adventure]

The Peg Trail 2 was terrible in the wet and I found it pretty unstable on technical trails Alec! 😲 This new Wildhorse 8 is a much better shoe 👍

[@robsbeenrunning]

I'll be interested to see how your long run goes on the coast path mate, that mid-sole looks too soft to me. I'd owrry about stability in rocky conditions.

[@DutchinBrazil]

Love the editing and energy!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, really glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@matsmith1984]

Great video, Lloyd! I really enjoyed the Wildhorse 6 and the only thing I wasn't jazzed about was the outsole. I don't know why Nike don't fork out and get a Vibram outsole on them? (Maybe Vibram won't?). Didn't try the 7 but I'm in the market for something new so these sound like something to consider! I'm glad they've got some improvements. Hoping the outsole holds up!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Mathew, glad you enjoyed the video. I've got to be honest I wasn't a fan of the Wildhorse 6. It felt a bit shallow in the toe box and the outsole was terrible! 😲 I don't think it a case of Vibram not wanting to, it's more like Nike dont want to use an external brand on their shoes 🤔 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@JoseMaloof]

Whats is the difference between these and pegasus trail 4? The look the same, both react foam.

[@petersavage9938]

You've got to think they never talk to a runner if they're missing toe protection. But given many road runners will jus buy them because they know the brand it'ss good to see they're no longer a complete trail joke.

[@robertcooper-wz1oy]

Loved the early wild horse but found the recent versions including peg trail just didn’t have the lug depth and traction, currently trying the HOKA torrent 2, not as much cushion but love the grip.

[@Thefifaplayeryant]

Last Nikes I wore on the trails were Wildhorse 4 and Terra Kiger 4...the Kiger was a nice summer holiday companion (Greece, Lake Garda, Liguria) in hot and dry where the Wildhorse was a workhorse and not too bad in wet...but it was approx. 330gr., which felt alright back in the days but I think by todays standards >340 gr. in a UK9.5 is a bit too much as there are plenty of all altrnatives which are lots lighter...

[@Run4Adventure]

I would like to see it a bit lighter but it really doesn't feel heavy to run in, the shoes really well balanced 👍 However, if it was 30g lighter it would feel great! 😊

[@Kyle-Duyck]

Thanks for the video! Makes me not feel as bad for not getting a pair of the Wildhorse 7s when they were on sale 😅 - I'll keep my eye out for these! Being in Oregon (US) we have a similar environment so I'm glad to hear that they held up well. Liked and subscribed! 👍🏼

[@ShouldaWaved]

Did you get th wildhorse 8? What do you think

[@Kyle-Duyck]

@@ShouldaWaved I did! I love them. Sized down and had to break them in a little, other than that they freaking rock. 🤘🏼

[@hoyiuc]

Much better than 7, more stable and transition is much better. But I don't get why they only put rockplate in the heel.

[@matt2k2002]

Did you run much more in these? AOA contender or not worth looking at?

[@chrisklingan]

Looks loke i finally can upgrade my wildhorse 5’s

[@Run4Adventure]

I think if you enjoyed the 5's, you'll also like the new Wildhorse 8 👍 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@wanderer6688]

Looks a good shoe, look forward to the long run review. I do feel Nike is geared to the U.S. market and not UK conditions but have worn plenty of their shoes and they do know what they are doing. Agreed, there should be more info on the website, that’s a big oversight.

[@MrBootsElectrik]

Not good for Colorado. Too weak of a shoe. Not sure what or where they’re made for..

[@pbnotj1]

Probably not for above tree line in Colorado or roughest trails in general but most of us train in local park trails that aren’t that extreme …

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm pretty sure Nike have never done any development work in the UK when it comes to their trail running shoes? I really do think they should come over and get out on some of our trails in the depth of winter and see what it's like. To be fair the Wildhorse 8 did perform well so maybe they've started to realise? 🤔 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@ryanjcoon1]

How would you compare to the Saucony Xodus?

[@connmcduffie3005]

Or the Hoka speedgoat 5 gtx

[@connmcduffie3005]

That's the comparison review I want

[@Decal0327]

The 6 was the best 👌 snug took a long time to break in . No rolling ankle. 7 horrible, run big alot of slippage. Hopefully the 8 is a better update.

[@Run4Adventure]

To be honest I thought the 6 and 7 where pretty bad! They both had a shallow toe box for me, felt unstable and the outsole was terrible in wet conditions 😲 I personally think the Wildhorse 8 is a lot better but it's a very different shoe compared to the 6. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@extravagantwalks]

Looking forward to your long run test. I have had so much bad luck with Nike grip. In the states we always assume they design their shoes for the west coast where it is dry and not for the east coast where we have lots of rain and water crossings.

[@Run4Adventure]

They have been pretty terrible in wet conditions in the past, you could never trust the grip! 😲 The Wildhorse 8 will definitely get a thorough testing on our long run. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@pbnotj1]

Nike is based in the Portland area and the entire northwest is very wet and muddy for at least 5-6 months. It is only super dry in their home base region summer and early fall . It’s like they only design for summer conditions or California? Never made sense to me and I live in northwest wa…

[@extravagantwalks]

@@pbnotj1 thats true too. I have never understood given their headquarters. I actually find the fit of most Nike's great, but the rubber is so awful. I almost only buy shoes with Vibram on them now, but there are some brands that have pretty descent rubber like Asics and Brooks. I just down get why the company with the most money in the shoe industry can't get something as essential as the rubber right.

[@jimerc21]

I may have missed this in your vid, but are the insoles removable on your pair of WH8s? Despite Nike showing a photo of the insoles removed from the shoe, I was somewhat disappointed to see that mine were glued in.

[@michaelcatlow8069]

picked up a pair of these an outlet store for less than £65 at the weekend, so heading out shortly to see if my experience is as good as yours was!

[@Run4Adventure]

Wow, that's a bargain! Hope you enjoy them 👍😊

[@michaelcatlow8069]

@Run4Adventure 9 miles about 6 of which were trail. Very comfy ride, not too heavy and grip seemed good though it's still very dry in the South East. Toes just just a little sore but perhaps 9 miles was a few too many for the first run.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@michaelcatlow8069 Glad your run went well and I hope the toe issues settle down 👍

[@DARYLCOCKMAN]

I’m late to the party here. Haven’t got along with the Wildhorse since the 5’s. Have up on the 6 & 7 after a month on each. Any advice on how these might compare to the 5’s?

[@Run4Adventure]

I would say the 8’s are a lot more like the 5’s Daryl. The 6 and 7 where pretty bad trail running shoes 😞 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@Allaluca]

would you pick these over the Pegasus Trail 4 GORE-TEX? Thanks.

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm not a fan of Gore-Tex trail shoes so I'd go for the Wildhorse 8 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@reddevil211287]

Whats the deal with UK6 (eu 39) UK6 (EU 40)???

[@simonriminton2692]

Hi loyd. Great video. Bearing in mind the 5mm lugs would you consider this a possible “road to trail” option. I currently run in the Peg Trail 4’s which feel fine on the pavements. Cheers 🙂

[@Run4Adventure]

It's ran on all the tarmac sections really well Simon. I'd have no worries running any distance on the road in them so it could definitely be a, road to trail shoe 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@simonriminton2692]

@@Run4Adventure thanks Loyd….I will give them a go! 😀

[@Run4Adventure]

@@simonriminton2692 Hope you enjoy them Simon 👍😊

[@Huxley555]

Nice one Lloyd, I'll admit I'm tempted but do you reckon these can handle the Traverse? We all know that Marazion section afterall 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

They could definitely handle the SWT Darren. The midsole is really well cushioned, I'd be happy running a road marathon in them. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@AlayeDaaji]

Are the shoes good on resisting water? I want a shoe like this, which isn't sold at a premium like the Gore-tex editions, which can be worn on a rainy day without taking in water.

[@Run4Adventure]

It's not a waterproof or water resistant shoe so it will let in water. If you really want that in your trail shoes you'll have to buy a Gore-Tex lined shoe 👍

[@Natan9000]

Nice review. If you want lighter shoes, the terra kiger 9 should be coming this month too 😌

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I've always been disappointed with the Kiger when I've run them in the past. I'll see what changes Nike have made and decide if it's worth trying then 👍

[@jc8068]

Enjoyed the early Terra Kiger minus the traction issues.. would be great to see if this has been sorted and hoping they’ve shed some weight. A review would be awesome! 🙏🏽

[@slavasss2189]

How is the fit? Short? Toebox narrow? I am skeptical typically with nike

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say for a Nike shoe it's got pretty good volume in the toe box 👍 I really enjoyed the fit, snug around the midfoot and good width in the toe. Obviously fit is super personal and it depends how wide your foot shape is. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@stuartmcneilly2125]

Dam just when I moved to saucony Exodus Ultra. How does it compare

[@Run4Adventure]

Don't worry the Xodus Ultra is still a better trail shoe Stuart but for Nike the new Wildhorse 8 is pretty good! Thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@stuartmcneilly2125]

Cheers Loyd , no worries mate good content 👍

[@tbiol001]

I purchased the WIld Horse 8's hoping that their durability will be better than the Saucony Peregrine 12's. One run in and I feel like the Wild Horse 8's are not AS comfortable as the Saucony's, but they are comfortable. I'd bet that the Wild Horse has at least a 8mm drop if not more, compared to the 5mm drop on the Peregrine. @run4adventure - I agree that tongue is really cushy.

[@robbynatividad6857]

I’m using it for casual, not comfortable for trail. Still love the stability of 7 on arab mountains

[@LaserrSharp]

Would it be a bad idea to use the Wildhorse 8 for both road and trail?

[@Run4Adventure]

You could definitely use the Wildhorse 8 on the road as well but you will wear the outsole down a lot quicker 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@paulmulks]

I'm hanging out for the Ultrafly personally as I'm not a huge fan of that react foam. I really hope Nike do the business with it because that Zegama was a bit meh 😟

[@Run4Adventure]

The Ultra fly looks like an interesting shoe Paul, I'm looking forward to trying a pair. The upper looks super stripped back though so I'm not sure how much protection its going to offer 🤔 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@movemorenowjames]

Interesting… great review as always. Keen to know the drop

[@Run4Adventure]

I think it's around 8mm? It felt like it was somewhere around 6-8mm 🤔

[@movemorenowjames]

@@Run4Adventure the width looks good and used to love the Wh4 and 5, did my first ultra in them… been experimenting with “barefoot” but heading back to softer ground !! (Especially for long runs)

[@Run4Adventure]

@@movemorenowjames It's very much like the 5's mate 👍 The Barefoot thing is definitely not for me 😲

[@movemorenowjames]

@@Run4Adventure just picked up a pair …

[@Run4Adventure]

@@movemorenowjames Hope you like them James. It's going to feel very different compared to your Altras 🤔

[@jmeltdown79]

Did you get the shoes wet enough to test for drainage?

[@Run4Adventure]

Unfortunately I didn't but I'll make sure I do on my longer run because this has been an issue in the past for me with some Nike shoes 👍 Hope this helps Josh and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@Pidgenova]

I always love the look of nike shoes but they never feel good when I try them on in the shops

[@Run4Adventure]

They definitely know how to design a nice looking shoe David 😎 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@mickyward3716]

I found the heel cup on the pegasus 3 trail to low to cup my heel properly is this version of the wild horse got a deeper heel design ?

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say the heel cup is plenty deep enough on the Wildhorse Micky, obviously this is personally and I didn't run in the Pegasus Trail 3 🤔

[@mickyward3716]

@Run4Adventure I actually ment to say peg 4 trail but with that being said did you enjoy your run in the new Wildhorse as much as the new saucony ultra 2. I'm torn which one to purchase for the up coming canadian season.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@mickyward3716 Oh ok, I'd say it is a bit deeper than the Peg Trail 4's. I'd still go with the Xodus Ultra over the Wildhorse. I personally think the Xodus is a better shoe but for a Nike trail shoe the Wildhorse 8 is a good update 👍

[@bilaltahir9978]

How is the toe box space compared to the Xodus ultra?

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say they are very similar when it comes to toe box width and volume Bilal 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@carlstoakes6240]

G'day! What I'd be most interested in learning is how these compare to the Exodus Ultra? Both in terms of the midsole and grip? 🤔

[@Run4Adventure]

I still think the Xodus Ultra is the better shoe Carl but for a Nike trail shoe the new Wildhorse 8 is pretty good. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@carlstoakes6240]

@@Run4Adventure Any plans to get the Puma Voyage Nitro 3, due in June/July? Looks good 😊

[@Run4Adventure]

@@carlstoakes6240 I'll take a look Carl 👍

[@travischaffin5834]

How would these do as a daily wear shoe?

[@Run4Adventure]

You could use them as a daily 👍

[@Thiago_Benedicto]

Loyd if you could compare him to Hoka Speedgoat, which one do you like better?

[@Run4Adventure]

I woukd pick the Wildhorse 8 over the Speedgoat 5's Thiago. I prefer the fit of the Wildhorse on my foot shape 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@Thiago_Benedicto]

@@Run4Adventure Thanks!

[@Mhblabla]

Juniper trail recycled?

[@coolhand1966]

How do these fit compared to the Wildhorse 6/7 - do they size the same?

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say they size the same I was a uk9.5 in the Wildhorse 6 and in the 8's. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@coolhand1966]

@@Run4Adventure I find Nike's sizing inconsistent - I am a UK 10 (EU44) - in Pegasus 36 Trail (the best road/gravel/hybrid Nike ever made IMO) I was a uk10 but in Wildhorse 6, Pegasus Trail 2 and Infinity Run FK I had to take a uk10.5 for a correct fit! looks like I'll go with 10.5 again if I decide to buy these - they look good, especially the new colour ways!!

[@coolhand1966]

@@Run4Adventure update - purchased the Photo Blue in a UK 10.5 and they come up a bit sloppy AKA TTS. Have just received a size 10 and these appear to fit me better. I still have my unworn Wildhorse 6 in a 10.5 which fit me well (not sloppy) - can't comment on the Wildhorse 7 as I never purchased. When did Nike start gluing in the insoles? It makes measuring and comparing sizes more difficult! Anyway, the Wildhorse 8 do appear to fit TTS.

[@alanwetherelt7155]

Damn thinking it was going to be your ARC video

[@Run4Adventure]

It's coming Alan, almost there 👍

[@jakejames6994]

How are you getting on with these Lloyd ? Would you recommend mate ? Thanks

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm still waiting to do a long run in them James. With Reading Half Marathon coming up I've been out on the roads a bit more so I haven't had time yet. I've done a couple of other shorter runs and I'm really enjoying the update 👍

[@jakejames6994]

@@Run4Adventure nice thanks very much All the best for your half 🙌

[@Run4Adventure]

@@jakejames6994 Thanks mate 🙏

[@dan-zo4eb]

​@@Run4Adventure Will you be reviewing the Terra Kiger 9 ?

[@Run4Adventure]

@@dan-zo4eb Probably not Dan 🤔

[@bartman2323]

hey, any plans to review new terra kigers? :)

[@Run4Adventure]

Probably not Bartosz, unfortunately the shoe budget has already been spent 😕

[@bensahomie9666]

How do you recommend the size, does it feel narrow or sth?

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say they are true to size with average width in the toe box Bensa. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@viktorzelinsky1987]

@@Run4Adventure you are using the same size as in trial pegasus 4? Thx

[@Run4Adventure]

@@viktorzelinsky1987 Yes Viktor, the same uk9.5 👍

[@mmmmmlemons]

8mm drop according to some website reviews. Not sure if it's the official number.

[@Run4Adventure]

It felt like it was around 8mm,thanks for the info 👍😊

[@paullooper1090]

I liked the 7, especially in muddy terrain...

[@Run4Adventure]

Wow Paul, you are the first person I've heard say the Wildhorse 7's were good on the mud! 😲 I wasn't a fan of the 6 and 7 in the mud, I found them very slippy. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@paullooper1090]

@@Run4Adventure yup, not for deep mud.. but the shoe is not for running in rocks...

[@Run4Adventure]

@@paullooper1090 Surely if it's a trail shoe it should be able to handle mud and wet rocks? 🤔

[@paullooper1090]

@@Run4Adventure quite slippery on wet rocks due to the tall lugs...

[@Run4Adventure]

@@paullooper1090 So you've found it slippery on wet rock and not great in mud but you said you liked the Wildhorse 7 Paul? 🤔

[@tomek7000tj]

Hi Loyd, I sent you email, In my local sport store there is new Nike Wildhorse 8 with different kind of outsole with different lug patern then the ones you tested that are like on nike's website. Is it posible that Nike produces same shoes with different outsoles patterns for different markets-countries?

[@Run4Adventure]

I've just seen your email Tomek about the new Nike Wildhorse 8 and that seems very odd!? 🤔 The outsole is completely different in the picture you sent me and it doesn't look anywhere near as good as the outsole on my pair. I'm not sure what's going on here, I've never seen it before?

[@tomek7000tj]

@@Run4Adventure I will go to a store to see for myself is that true. If you watched a short video from running werhouse on wh8, on 5th sec of video its shown also different type of outsole than on your pair. This cube like lugs on my image are for sure bad as they where before on older wildhorses and older kigers. Not cool from Nike eather way...

[@wojtekkos341]

👍nice review

[@Run4Adventure]

Thank you 🙂

[@briankerr2989]

Wildhorse 8 or Nike Trail 4 GTX? That's the question Loyd 😁

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm not a fan of waterproof running shoes so it would be the Wildhorse for me Brian 👍 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@incurab1e]

How is this compared to the Pegasus trail 4 GTX?

[@Run4Adventure]

I haven't run the Pegasus 4 GTX Lionel so I couldn't say. If I'm honest I'm not a fan of waterproof trail shoes. I find them a lot less breathable and if you get water in the upper it won't drain 🤔 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@incurab1e]

@@Run4Adventure thanks for the reply! I thought the same as you as well.. but there’s been a lot of good reviews about it saying it’s breathable and light and bouncy compared to the normal Pegasus! It made me curious for sure!

[@Run4Adventure]

@@incurab1e The GTX version runs off exactly the same midsole as the standard Pegasus Trail 4's so they'd feel the same under foot. Also the GTX version will be lined with a waterproof membrane and it's got has an additional ankle gaiter. This will make the shoe a fair bit heavier than the standard version 🤔

[@incurab1e]

@@Run4Adventure I just bought both the wildhorse 8 and pegasus 4 gtx two weeks ago and I have to say the wildhorse 8 sole is comfy, good bounce, grip seems fine. However the back is a bit stiff and after an 8 hour hike, my achilles tendon area had major rubbing on my right foot and started to bleed. The left foot is fine though, only my right heel side is bleeding. The Pegasus 4 gtx is also good and comfy. I'm quite surprised how breathable they are living right at the equator in sunny singapore where it is always hot and humid.

[@trailsandbeers]

good review but unfortunately they look naff 😐

[@trailratso]

Nike can't seem to make a decent trail shoe. Just don't. I am sticking to Saucony. I have the original Mad River TR and just got a pair of Exodus Ultra. I prefer the low stack height and the width of Mad River. Best trail runners I've ever had.

[@TheOnlyTrueYeti]

For me it is definitely no info no deal.

[@Run4Adventure]

Totally agree Mikkel, it makes no sense! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏😊

[@guilletjean-jacques5107]

j ai a present plus de 100 km dans cette chaussure , et je dois dire que pour moi c est un Hit , exellente chaussure , , tout est exellent , l amorti , la stabilitée , l accroche sur toutes les surfaces , et j ai bien dis toutes , cette chaussure avale tout ce que vous lui mettez sous la semelle , le confort est enorme , la place a l avant pied fait que vous avez presque l impression de porter une Altra , c est impressionnant , la qualitée de l amortie et de la protection reste la meme du debut a la fin de la sortie , j ai pu tester cela sur terrain tres technique , sur 3h de temp .......si j avais une petite remarque a faire ca serais le poid un poil lourd , meme si cela ne se ressent pas enormement , cette chaussure est a present ma prefferrée de la gamme Nike , meme devant les zegama , car elles ont une accroche sans faille que les zegama n ont pas , et surtout elles sont tres tres resistante .

[@Run4Adventure]

Really glad you are enjoying your Wildhorse 8's Guillan! I totally agree that it could be slightly lighter but it is a good trail shoe from Nike, at last! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏😊

[@josephsantangelo2801]

Not only is the lack of info lazy but it’s arrogant and maybe even a bit of stupidity. I would never buy a trail or road shoe without knowing the stack height or drop.

[@Run4Adventure]

I totally agree Joseph, it does seem a bit arrogant to me to 🤔 Customers surely what to know things like heel off set and lug depth, very strange! 🤷‍♂️

[@rschreck876]

Eh. Do those details really matter? Pretty sure 95% of the people couldn’t tell the difference between a shoe with a 6mm drop and an 8mm drop if they didn’t know which one is which.

[@Run4Adventure]

I agree, there's not a lot of difference between a 6mm or a 8mm off set but with no information you have no idea what it is? It could be a 12mm off set or even zero drop and there's a lot of difference between them 🤔 Surely the information should be there so you can decide if the running shoe is going to work for you.

[@diederiklegrange7248]

It definitely matters.

[@rschreck876]

@@Run4Adventure I do find it hilarious that is says “Not intended for use as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)” in the information of the shoe. Hahahah

[@mikebaker3261]

Lack of details is a deal breaker for me

[@Run4Adventure]

I totally agree Mike 👍

[@ardyzulkarnian535]

Probably the best $90 i've ever spent..

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm glad you like your Wildhorse, it's a good shoe 👍 Thanks for watching 🙏