Pegasus 42
The Nike Pegasus 42 women's is a versatile neutral road daily trainer combining a full-length Air Zoom unit with ReactX foam and an updated, roomier forefoot fit.
- Terrain
- road
- Primary use
- Daily training
- Also good for
- Easy / recovery run, Long run, Tempo / threshold
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 243g
- Drop
- 10mm
- Stack
- not published
- Midsole
- ReactX foam with full-length Air Zoom unit
- Outsole
- Waffle outsole with high-abrasion rubber
- Upper
- Lightweight mesh
- Widths
- standard
The Pegasus 42 continues Nike's do-it-all daily trainer lineage, pairing ReactX foam with a curved full-length Air Zoom unit for a responsive-yet-cushioned ride that suits easy runs, daily mileage and the occasional tempo. The updated upper adds forefoot and toe box space, though at least one experienced user flagged loose medial fit and a gaping side pouch, hinting at possible fit inconsistency worth trying on before buying.
Responsive cushioning that feels soft yet supportive thanks to ReactX foam and a full-length Air Zoom unit; balanced daily-trainer feel.
Runs mostly true to size with a wider, roomier toe box; wide fit available and sizing up a half is suggested for wider feet. Some reports of loose medial upper and insecure lockdown.
Runners wanting one versatile neutral road shoe for daily training, easy runs, long runs and all-day wear.
You need a plated race-day shoe, maximum plush cushioning, or a narrow secure race fit, or you run technical trails.