Track Spikes VS. Nike ZoomX Vaporfly Next%

[@cameron8858]

I think for me putting on spikes is a mindset, and you know it’s time to go to work. Any other shoe doesn’t really fulfill that personality

[@nicksymmonds]

I agree!!!

[@fortyoneshades]

You must race short distances

[@cameron8858]

Forty-one Shades, no I race 1600 m and 3200 m

[@rrated_jay143]

Forty-one Shades they got long distance spike

[@stare4539]

Yee

[@fighter-yo3di]

Please run the pacer test. It would be so interesting to see how you do!!!

[@henrythompson5484]

lol

[@bluemob733]

Electric Acid You do realize this comment was posted 2 weeks ago!

[@kob22]

God bless y’all! We need to turn to Jesus as Lord and Savior and leave sin behind. Preach the Gospel! John 3:16

[@sekeriahassan5485]

Stephen A. Smith here is some reason of why Jesus (AS) is not God. 1:He was borned (God can’t be born) 2. He was in his mom stomach for 9 months (that means God didnt exist for 9 months how is that Even possible? God not existing?) 3: he used to drink, eat and pray (God does neither of them) why would God pray to someone beacuse he isnt the god he praying to someone higher than him. 4; when ppl asked him about the hour he said God knows. Which means he isnt the god and Islam is true and that he was only a messenger sent by god. (:

[@skinsfreak]

@@sekeriahassan5485 bruh u dumb

[@chasemarino3214]

100% agree with the stitched insole, I wish Nike did it

[@nicksymmonds]

BEST addition

[@kevinarzola4781]

My friend staples his insoles in place seems to work

[@stayontrack]

would not using insoles be bad?

[@FyTube12]

@@stayontrack I second this Q

[@ianschram6171]

SkaterLauro I wouldn’t think so bc the insole is for comfort and it doesn’t add much weight so I’d say it comes down to preference

[@LearningFast]

The track is all about putting power to the ground. The Vaporflys just can’t transmit the kind of power you are putting out on the track especially in the shorter distances. I am curious about the new Nike VIPERFLY shoes. A track shoe with cushion sounds too good to be true.

[@nicksymmonds]

Exactly! Really want to get my hands on a pair of Viperflys

[@Anon.G]

Cushion will never return more energy than it absorbs. No matter what the cushion takes out some energy

[@LearningFast]

Anon yes you can never get 100% efficiency or probably even 90%+ efficiency. However, typical track spikes are probably much less efficient at returning energy. Now they also allow you apply more force so it is a give and take. It will be really interesting to see if these Viperfly shoes do work well. It could be a game changer if you can get a significant energy return and still put your full power to the ground. This could even put Bolt’s records at jeopardy if it is for real.

[@Anon.G]

@@LearningFast track spikes don't lose any energy though. A pebax or boost cushioned shoe is at about 65 percent energy return, and a cushionless spike is closer to 90%

[@LearningFast]

Anon the shoe with the cushion can store downward energy that would otherwise be wasted. The rigid spike shoe doesn’t store any of that energy. I am not saying the Viperflys will automatically be the better shoe. However, it is possible that the Viperfly shoes store a significant portion of the downward energy and release it in combination with the energy generated by the runners legs. In that case the Viperflys could be less efficient in transmitting the power from the runners legs but still return more total energy because of the stored downward energy that would otherwise be wasted.

[@loadingargos9058]

Yes, the Vapor fly might be horrible for on a track or for short distance. But long distance or on road running It isn’t comparable.

[@smokey5708]

Why would you use spikes on the road anyway lol

[@Callisthenicskid]

@@smokey5708 the spike would get destroyed lol

[@Monkeyabroad]

you were STEAMING at the end. great content man, was a sprinter in high school and its nostalgic to watch these vids

[@sarahboyd6154]

God bless🥰

[@stare4539]

Yo

[@reeecemichael]

hey nick you probably won’t see this but your a huge inspiration! You motivate me to become a better running and try new things while having fun! You motivated me to make my own videos!! Thank nick for being a great role Model!!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you for this message!!!

[@reeecemichael]

Alisha Xiva YAH your write :)

[@f1f19f]

Alisha Xiva yah her GRAMMER is poor

[@f1f19f]

And I said yah on purpose I know it’s yeah

[@MrWebwalker]

@Alisha Xiva We have a Nazi right here!

[@jcd221]

As a runner when I’m running two miles track I need something to cushion my feet so I won’t get tired as easily, but when I’m doing 400 or maybe a 800 I wear spikes. So most of the time I need a shoe that could bring me that energy and not to burn up on the track.

[@gokularumugam2367]

for more than 200m use vaporfly's or wear less spikes with flexible spike shoe

[@StarComet7]

@@gokularumugam2367 no 400m is still a sprint distance, vaporflys are shit at track, buy long distance shoes like dragonflys or air zoom victory

[@wakimura303]

Nick: can’t run a mile at kipchoge’s marathon pace Also Nick: Runs 3 minute mile in god shoes Edit: a Thx for all of the likes guys, and yes I know that he is now a retired athlete and that he specialized in the 800

[@jonasjudge3463]

He was running on a decline

[@wakimura303]

Jonas Judge still tho...

[@culchy1971]

look at his mile time when he wasn't a retired athlete which he didn't even specialise in. don't try and compare a runner at his peak to one that is out of the game

[@trysten6277]

These guys in your comment are so serious lmao glad nick liked it😂

[@trysten6277]

@@culchy1971 ok sped

[@b0son]

'I'm a little tired from those 400's' … LOL, meanwhile, the rest of us would be a little dead

[@patrickcullen1959]

b0son idk about that one chief

[@mistastealyogirlll]

facts

[@olivermiller8943]

Not quite, 400 repeats are decent

[@musicfriendly12]

Depends on how hard you go, you know? If you go easy 400m isn't nothing, also the difference between being kinda tired or dead sometimes is just a few seconds...

[@vaocl]

@@musicfriendly12 but sometimes that few seconds is what you need

[@kieranfulton2121]

You should do an 800m top tips episode!

[@nicksymmonds]

That would be a good video!!! Great idea!

[@juliewellman8681]

Yes please do

[@connor-cx5wc]

Me: Watches one running video KZbin: Wanna see more?

[@moko4980]

Lmao same

[@Anthony.VYX.]

Me: YESSSSS SIIIIIIR

[@cwetz226]

AV1 fr 😂

[@JC_Edits_Official]

Yesssssse

[@math_the_why_behind]

Ikr!

[@samuelgrice4543]

I feel like you have been really in to the mile lately. That's my favorite event so I'm happy!

[@nicksymmonds]

LOVE the mile

[@samuelgrice4543]

@@nicksymmonds also sometime you should do an all out 2 mile. That would be so fun!

[@tylerbrubaker_7]

I’m also a mile runner and I love it

[@infinitegaming1015]

Mile runner here also lol

[@cwetz226]

Same here

[@bigjoe5685]

I own the proto blue Vaporfly 2’s, and they perform very well in mid-distance track events, after using spikes and not seeing a ton of improvement in the 800, I started using vapors, and they got my time down by 10 seconds in only a few days. Sometimes it is the person who uses it, not the shoe itself.

[@umskiddy5234]

What a fantastic presenter and great athlete! Absolutely love this channel - super informative and motivational. Thank you!

[@en4431]

Love where the channel's going as you change as a person Nick, your content is top notch 🔥

[@shaynef3353]

10:01 he started floating in the time laps fr lmaoo

[@Naatzx2]

On jah

[@dylon4983]

@@Naatzx2 Fuck jah

[@youngboysdad5822]

My dick is soft rn

[@TheNuclearBolton]

How’d he do that?

[@therat8537]

Ikr I saw that and wheezed

[@palillo2006]

When you said "you can get lazy with the big cushion", I totally understand. That is why I end up getting injured when I use big cushion running shoes. I tend to get lazy and heel strike.

[@Gfilbeckpa]

Wearing a T shirt with full length tights goes HARD

[@nicksymmonds]

AND GLOVES!!! :D

[@hanphilnoffz8827]

I wear tank top I mostly train with sweat pant

[@markk909bs2]

hanphil noffz u thicc?

[@markk909bs2]

Tayden Grimes that does not answer the question

[@BADVlBES]

Tayden Grimes because mostly thicker people use sweats to workout, stop trying to make a shit joke

[@kluez8725]

Can we talk about how the cameraman can literally fly...

[@user-nx7ss5mj5x]

That‘s a drone lmao

[@user-rq1fc8pc6v]

Boi Boii I’m pretty sure he’s joking

[@Saad-rf6ge]

Drones can usually do that...

[@finn6357]

@@user-nx7ss5mj5x woosh

[@stare4539]

Yooe

[@LearningFast]

10:40 I thought you ran a 4:24 mile! That definitely would have made me a believer in the Vaporflys.

[@emmett1ish]

I did something similar running 200m and 400m using the Nike Rival S and the Zoom fly. I found the Zoom Fly a little slippery on the track, they were about a half second slower at 200m and a second to second and a half slower at 400m.

[@adarsharaithu3013]

Love your passion for running, take a bow🤩

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Raja!!

[@Chris.Hogan22]

EPIC video nick! Never disappoint . I’m obsessed with running on KZbin now! All the best to you in the future !

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you so much!!! Lots more videos coming soon.

[@Vanlou]

Shout outs to Rocket Nick returning at 10:06 😂

[@nicksymmonds]

haha glad you liked that!!!! :D

[@lovemetender9979]

Thanks for comparing. I was thinking of wearing Vaporfly on the track for my 100m trial. You saved me!

[@hugomunoz2983]

is that RunGum crewneck available for purchase? that's fuego

[@nicksymmonds]

not at the moment! But it is a great sweatshirt!!

[@nicholassteel5529]

First time I have heard a sensible assessment of different shoes for different purposes. Not what fashion dictates. Well done.

[@djangofett4855]

I just bought the next 2% vapors, I literally run faster with less effort and stress on my body - as a poor endurance runner with bad feet they’ve changed my life.

[@Gary-vx7gp]

Shows how good these videos are, I'm not even a runner but still enjoy your vids!!

[@nicolajc]

Nick makes 12½minutes fly by - great intense video as always

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you!!

[@robinbauer1975]

I love how you still stay fit and run while ageing, maintaing your form. I mean you ran with David Rusdisha and a extremly good time in olympia, that's more than most people are going to achieve in their hole life :)

[@CarsonTurner]

Dang the vaporflys are sick but I cant wait to try the upcoming alphaflys.

[@nicksymmonds]

I WANT TO TRY THEM SO BAD!!!!

[@19Kamau79]

@@nicksymmonds I will absolutely love to see your review 👍

[@ethansharkey9326]

They may be coming out on the 29th

[@leel7331]

Alphaflys are banned

[@chrisgatt310]

JayDaBoss 44 most definitely not banned.

[@diegocivallero351]

Thanks for making videos every day you’re so inspirational

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Diego!!!

[@SuperlativeElectric]

Nick: "okay, those were some 100's. (chillin) Let's run some 400's

[@neznuga4859]

Nick #1 tip for high school runner looking to excel in the 800? Love the vibe

[@nicksymmonds]

#1 tip to excel in the 800 in high school is to run XC

[@neznuga4859]

Nick Symmonds appreciate it

[@the_big_iron800]

Shoes don’t matter if you don’t put in the work and get fast in track but road running has a lot more factors and room to make improvements

[@corner_films7035]

I'm so happy I found you channel the video quality is so good I just started running again after a 7 month break and your info helps alot

[@benchristman4917]

lol you know that moment when he runs a faster 100m at 90% speed than you do at 100%

[@nicksymmonds]

Been training for a long time!

[@AbhinavSingh-04]

Well i run 12.5s and i am 15😛😛

[@jizou1581]

king ak same, I’m a sophomore with about 13 seconds in Michigan cold without spikes. So when track season starts up in a few weeks, I think I can break 11.5

[@kennethliu5865]

king ak I’m 13 and run a 12.6 without spikes lol

[@kennethliu5865]

Ridha Al did u run 12.6 without spikes when u were 13?

[@CostaClicks]

I found your channel recently and have been binging everything, you are helping me keep training for my jump from 5k to 8k and 10k races. Thank you for making amazing content that is entertaining and informative!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thanks for watching my videos!!!

[@nicksymmonds]

Very fun #WorkoutWednesday! If you liked this one, please hit the subscribe button!! :D Check out my new eBook, How To Be a Better Runner: www.nicksymmonds.com/product-page/how-to-be-a-better-runner

[@xr2002]

Hi Nick, we are waiting for you at facebook.com/groups/queenatletica/. Please join! :-D

[@lancethegod5556]

Yo nick i want to break 5 this season so would it be a good idea to use vapor fly on all my long runs so I could go faster and be able to hit my times

[@vujvaa]

Greeting, you have a great greeting and respect from Serbia. You are my favorite youtuber and also an athlete. IF YOU CAN KEEP IN THE PISTON ...

[@kurtislin2121]

@nicksymmonds what's the timer thing you use on your thumb

[@randomwithtitan973]

Nick Symmonds me

[@lukepeardon2673]

Very considerate of Nick to look through his comments and help people out with questions and liking the comments.

[@morganetiffany]

Thanks for these great, extremely well executed , professional videos Nick. Don’t know how you find the time to do this. And huge congrats also for answering all these people. Impressive ! Are you on Strava ?

[@jansmith8909]

An older video, but the advice is still on point. Totally agree, certain shoes are for specific distances. Amen brother 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@valter9604]

9:49 that fast frward looks so weird. Almost as if you took 30 meter long strides

[@mikeyKnows_]

Im 35 and I started sprinting the 100m as a work out along with gym work, thanks for the inspiration to us past college age people.

[@nicksymmonds]

I’m right there with you!!

[@jacksonthompson6831]

Got a meet tomorrow and I’m ready to try your pace method of two seconds faster first lap! (For the 800)

[@nicksymmonds]

CRUSH IT!!!

[@wyweb]

Good luck!

[@desire2143]

Jackson Thompson goodluck jackson

[@alexlakeland4738]

How did you get on mate?

[@henryhynes7179]

Soooo???

[@Dems411]

This is exactly what I was wondering the other day and then you come out with a video.

[@nicksymmonds]

You are welcome! Thank you for watching!!

[@GriffinFTW]

It looks cold out there bro keep it warm 🔥 So basically the vaporflys are for road running and the spikes are for better on tracks Thanks for the knowledge

[@nicksymmonds]

No problem!

[@Ultramarine37]

Great video I love how you got to the point within the first minute then took the time to explain it afterwards.

[@A_youngin]

This is what spikes are made for. It sticks in the ground to transmit your full pushing power for your best effort and best race

[@nancynewman5988]

That video was simply fantastic! Thank you Nick!

[@runnerhabs]

Hey guys, I’m starting a KZbin channel of what it looks like to be a college runner. I’m going through a lot of difficult things right now. Like overcoming injuries and my process of how I’m getting through it.

[@almightyrobbie123]

Super interesting!! Thanks Nick!! I've been learning a lot from your videos!!

[@lvanzanen]

When running fast pace on the track in shoes with high stack height, I always have the feeling they slide to the side of my feet in the corners.

[@RiotingGaming]

Bought the vaporfly next percent. And Had a absolute blast today running Thema dir the First time

[@jkelsi_]

These vapourflys aren’t for short distances and are for marathons so you can’t compare them to spikes.

[@Whereveryouare01]

I wore my cross country spikes all throughout my track seasons, where I was hurdling and doing mid distance. I probably should have invested in some track spikes but I cut into my high school top 10 in 4 events so I never really thought much about footwear.

[@BigFroppa]

8:11 Vaporfly's: IMA GET LAZZZZY

[@BenLinn]

man Nick has really won me over, i watch and like every one of these videos lol. i guess i just like getting excited about running

[@SethGeoghegan]

Running solo hard efforts is super hard! What seemed more exhausting was the number of shoe changes! Extra credit for the special "superman" special effects. Keep it up!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Seth!!

[@jvalentine82]

Love your videos, always entertaining.

[@drakemax8319]

Hey Nick, I just really wanted to say I appreciate you linking the shoes into the description. As a runner in high school, the event I’m constantly put in for my school now is the 2 mile, I’m wondering if there’s any recommendations on shoes for that. I’m debating between the spikes listed for 800-mile and the 5k-10k. Ok the comments pretty late, but I’d really appreciate it. Also getting my run gum merch.

[@Exachad]

Finally, the video we've been waiting for!

[@alexiscruz9549]

spikes: *skinny* vaporflys: *f a t*

[@FPSChipmunk]

That description could honestly be it’s own video! Love the effort you put into these. Keep up the good work!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you!!!!

[@Strokewell]

Hey Nick, I last ran any type of race 11 years ago! Since watching your videos I've got the bug back and decided to hit the track again. Thanks for the inspiration 👌

[@nicksymmonds]

That is AWESOME to hear!!!! Enjoy it :D

[@CarlosSejas2007]

Hi nick, I love the workout wednesdays! Ive learned some good things about running from these.

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Carlos!!

[@user-hb2sv1gg2r]

A shoe I completely recommend is the Nike joyride

[@marisaschiavi8794]

Good vid, your videos really help me improve my running, keep up the great content

[@headleapard4071]

Nick, I’ve been waiting for this video for a while because I have been wanting to test this out myself. I’m a decent high school runner with some vic 3s and 4%s wanting to go sub 9 in the two mile. And even after the video I’m still unsure about what you were saying. It seems like yes you want to be running on your toes more but I feel like it’s going to hurt you when you run out of energy and form starts to falter. Your 400, yes a little slower in the next%s, looked a lot smoother and you can tell you weren’t as tired. With that in mind don’t you feel like it would be easier to maintain a 67 second pace with the added heel support throughout the race? I’m not looking for big sprinting moves I’m looking for a smooth comfortable pace.

[@QWERTYabc-q8q]

I have a 3k race on Monday. Now I know what I’ll be wearing. Thank you!

[@jldante72]

I’m trying track for the first time thanks for the help and do you have any advice for making my highschool team freshman year I notice I’m better at short distances like the 100 and 200 do you know any good sprinting shoes?

[@nicksymmonds]

Click the video description to see my favorite sprint spikes

[@olympus5513]

I don’t run track but I love watching your videos! I play football(soccer) but I like them because you need to be fast to defend/ to be striker. You also need really good conditioning if you’re gonna play most of the game! Over all great channel. Keep up the great work!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you! I actually grew up a soccer player. Didn’t start running track till I was 15

[@ericnguyen1451]

Hey Nick! great video! It's pretty hard to get a hold of the vaporfly's right now bc its virtually sold out everywhere in my size! Wondering if you know when Nike will start sending out new shipments to retailers? I figured they were waiting on the ruling by the running governing bodies. Anyway, thanks in advance! E

[@Goobs215]

I love this kind of video. I've been playing around with some new flats and like that you posted some of your favorites!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you for watching this video!!

[@Professional_Dirtbag_Hippie]

Nick could you do a video comparing the Hoka Carbon X to the Vaporfly I’m a big fan of Hokas and Nike’s never fit my foot right so I’m curious to see how much that extra $70 matters for the Vaporfly’s and if the Carbon X is worth the purchase Much love, your a huge inspiration for me. Thanks

[@nicksymmonds]

Been wanting to try the Hoka Carbon X actually

[@Professional_Dirtbag_Hippie]

Nick Symmonds If you do I’ll definitely be interested. Again thanks for being the guy to test out all of these different shoes

[@TimGrose]

I've done a few tests and for me the NEXT% is much better than the Carbon X. However if you can't wear a NEXT% then clearly no use.

[@robertstyger9043]

Love the effort you put into your vids!!

[@cadenlavine7790]

I placed 2nd in state last year in hurdles. I lost by 1000ths of a second, wish me luck for this year :)

[@kenghoe94]

im from Singapore and i just wish it is open to not only US residents. but good luck to all contestants, and i love u nick u my favourite #1 track youtuber who gives brilliant explanations to all you do about running, and my #2 would be Cedric Dubler youtuber xD

[@pogcrazy5398]

This was a great concept and the execution was interesting and entertaining for me as a runner. Thank you for the effort you put into your channel, some really neat content. Keep it up, and all the best for 2020.

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you for this message!!

[@MrWebwalker]

Great video buddy. The drone shot , zooming in and fast forward! Loved it. Full credit to the guy behind the camera. About the content : Really liked your sincere efforts and review. Keep it up.

[@electrodrums3714]

Nice and early, folks!

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you for turning on notifications!!

[@thelegends222]

misconceptions that they’re magic shoes , every single one of his videos nick: i think if i put on these magic shoes i can run faster

[@x_ura_j6224]

Love from India

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Suraj!!

[@marvinlin5907]

I absolutely love how u get straight to the point

[@nicksymmonds]

I always try to!

[@jaimemarcos6304]

Hey Nick, you didn’t put your two cents in for how the vaporfly’s would hold up on the track for a 10k or 5k. What do you think?

[@fortyoneshades]

If you wear spikes in the 5K or 10K on a track you are just asking for an injury. Vaperflys all the way. For the 1500 down, of course spikes. 3000 it's personal preference. I'm an endurance runner. I have no kick so kicking isn't important to me. I put enough distance between myself and the competition early so I don't have to rely on a kick.

[@WatcherofVideosSometimes]

@@fortyoneshades I'm a distance guy too and I'm the total opposite to you haha, I have a good kick but my big weakness is the uphills :-(

[@jizou1581]

Dan Bradford high knees up hill works hest

[@hikerboater]

These vids are going to keep you in shape. Good workout.

[@ratamat]

Me: Watching this with my $20 Walmart shoes...

[@abnrangerjapo]

Fantastic review of both shoes 👟

[@lostwisdom100]

Nike have already made a "response" to this video with their new Viperfly spikes, who would consider running a track race in road shoes anyway. It would be more interesting to see a 5k road run in the Vaporflys. This video seemed like preaching to the choir.

[@DMGC529]

A lot of ppl are running 5k and 10ks and even 3k in the 4%

[@jmurillo_714]

Another great video nick I always enjoy you content, me and my friends think you're one big big corn ball but an entertaining corn ball to say the least. Although you make up for it because your videos are informative and again very entertaining. Keep it up !

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you Justin!!

[@thorgod0824]

I ran the two mile in them on the track and they were really good. The kick at the end wasn’t there but the first 6 laps felt great. The ones I used where a friends that where super used and out of shape

[@patrickgarrett4802]

I love your videos. I am a young kid from Chicago and trying to get as good at running as I can. I would love it if I had vapor flies for my street races. My Pr in the mile is 5 minutes 44 seconds.

[@philellul4476]

It looks cold 🥶 your breathing

[@nicksymmonds]

SO COLD!!

[@bertzwart1759]

I have seen Sondre Moen run a PR in the 10000 on the track using Vaporflys. For me, I also prefer them on a 5000, except when the track is wet, then they are terrible.

[@Linkmon99]

IDEA CREDS ;)

[@fantastic6888]

Robux

[@JC_Edits_Official]

Hi rich roux boi

[@levi.fitzpatrick]

What are you doing here

[@klipsoftheweek]

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[@johnbabayaga9085]

Go play roblox

[@xHelloSushix]

Do you have a video/guide on how to read a shoe in order to pick right ones for x races.

[@ΠέτροςΠλέσκας-ο1ο]

Great video Nick! I would really like to enter the giveaway but unfortunately I'm from Greece 🇬🇷 so.. 😥

[@nicksymmonds]

Thank you! Yeah, apologies, This one is for US residents only

[@janetj.2640]

I have to agree with you on the UA HOVR Infinite. That is such a comfortable shoe just to walk around in!