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Nike Pegasus 42 vs Nike Winflo 12

On paper, compared with the Nike Pegasus 42, the Nike Winflo 12 is 11 g lighter, ₹1,100 cheaper.

Nike Pegasus 42NikePegasus 42Nike Winflo 12NikeWinflo 12
Scores
Overall7.438.67
Ride7.88.0
Design & Comfort7.59.0
Value7.09.0
Price
Price₹7,797₹6,746
Specs
CategoryDaily trainerDaily trainer
Weight297 g286 g
Heel stack37 mm–
Forefoot stack27 mm–
Drop10 mm–
FoamAir Zoom (full length)–
Plate––
Fit
Support–neutral
Fitnarrow–
Sizing––
Recommended runner weightUp to about 85 kg–
Best for
Best forEasy runsWalkingEasy runs
ProsResponsive, lively ride · Excellent durabilityWide, stable platform · Breathable mesh upper (fixes the Winflo 11's heat) · Gusseted tongue and strong inner lining · Excellent for walking and casual wear · Fair launch price
ConsFirmer at slower paces · Midfoot stability could be betterNo bounce · Not as soft as expected · Soft outsole rubber may wear fast and lose wet grip
Avoid ifYou want a softer cushioned shoe or have a wider foot.You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet.

My verdicts

Nike

Pegasus 42

The definition of a workhorse, with a responsive Air Zoom unit.

Avoid if: You want a softer cushioned shoe or have a wider foot.

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Nike

Winflo 12

The best budget Nike in years: a wide, stable, protective daily trainer for beginners and slow runners, and a superb walking and casual shoe.

Avoid if: You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet.

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