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Nike Zoom Fly 6
Marathon race
NikeWomen

Zoom Fly 6

The Nike Zoom Fly 6 is a carbon-plated ZoomX super-trainer built for tempo work, long runs and road racing, positioned lighter than its predecessor.

$180MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
road
Primary use
Marathon race
Also good for
Half marathon race, Tempo / threshold, Long run, 10K race, Intervals / speedwork, Daily training
Weight
214g
Drop
8mm
Stack
not published
Plate
carbon
Midsole
ZoomX foam
Outsole
Rubber
Widths
standard
Tempo workoutsSpeed intervalsHalf marathonRoadLightweightMarathonLong runsRace dayCarbon plate
Our read

A carbon fiber Flyplate paired with ZoomX foam makes the Zoom Fly 6 a versatile uptempo and race-day option below the Vaporfly tier, though independent ride and fit testing is not represented in the evidence here.

Ride

ZoomX foam is claimed to deliver energy return each stride with a carbon Flyplate for propulsion; firmness and stack details are not documented in the available evidence.

Fit

Nike states the shoe fits small and recommends ordering a half size up.

Best for

Runners wanting a plated, energetic ride for tempo sessions, long runs and half-to-marathon racing on the road.

Avoid if

You want precise fit out of the box (it runs small) or need trail traction, stability features, or waterproofing.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.