The Nike Vaporfly 4 Is a Drastic Departure from the Vaporfly 3. Is That a Good Thing?
It’s no exaggeration to say that the Nike Vaporfly 4% was one of the most groundbreaking running shoes ever created. When it debuted commercially in 2017, it stood apart from every other racing shoe on the market, making claims that it could increase running economy by 4% (which, lab results showed, turned out to be true). From its futuristic thick-soled design to the loud, almost obnoxious slapping sound it made with each stride, the Vaporfly 4% sent shockwaves through the running shoe industry...