Nike$280

Alphafly 4

A carbon-plated road racer for half marathons and marathons, pairing ZoomX and ZoomX LT foam with two forefoot Air Zoom units.

Listed US price · 2026-10-03. Before tax and shipping. Nike US listed $280 for the Sea Glass/Laser Crimson/Phantom/Burgundy Ash colorway, which was sold out when checked. Nike announced broader availability from October 29, 2026.

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Brand specifications

The shoe at a glance.

The Alphafly 4 is a carbon-plated road racer for half-marathon and marathon competition, pairing ZoomX and ZoomX LT foam with two forefoot Air Zoom units. Nike rebuilt the shoe around long-distance race efficiency, with its Flyplate and cushioning system intended to keep the transition propulsive as fatigue builds. Its focused race-day role makes it a poor substitute for a general daily trainer, and exact-version independent ride findings are not yet recorded here. Nike's Atomknit upper adds open mesh and midfoot cables for containment, but fit and width choices remain unverified, so try the exact pair before race day.

Pros and cons

Potential benefits from brand information, with the remaining uncertainties noted below. Checked 2026-10-03.

Pros

Nike lists a low 208 g men's US 10 weight for a long-distance racer.
ZoomX and ZoomX LT foam sit with two Air Zoom units.
A carbon-fiber Flyplate is built around road-racing propulsion.

Cons

The current Nike US colorway is sold out and broader availability is still scheduled.
Exact-version independent fit and ride findings are not yet recorded.

A closer look

Where it fits in your running

Recorded uses: race day. Designed for road running.

Recorded racing distances: half marathon, marathon.

Cushioning and ride

Nike positions the Alphafly 4 for half marathons and marathons, combining two ZoomX foams, two Air Zoom units and a carbon-fiber Flyplate. These are manufacturer design claims, not independent ride conclusions.

Fit and sizing

Nike says the Atomknit upper uses open mesh and midfoot cables for containment. Exact fit and width options are not yet verified.

Available width options have not been verified.

Men’s listing; widths and linked price apply to the recorded product range. Check your size and stock at the retailer. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.

Before you choose

Its long-distance road-racing focus makes it a less natural choice for general daily training, and the selected Nike US colorway is sold out.

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$280 recorded · 2026-10-03

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Nike US listed $280 for the Sea Glass/Laser Crimson/Phantom/Burgundy Ash colorway, which was sold out when checked. Nike announced broader availability from October 29, 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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Listed weight: 208 g
Heel-to-toe drop: 8 mm
Heel stack height: Not verified
Plate: Carbon plate / rods
Support: Not verified
Recorded product range: Men’s
Widths offered: Not verified

Source: Nike product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.

Follow the evidence.

Information checked 2026-10-03. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.

Nike product details Official identity, intended use and listed specifications. The linked market may differ from the US.
US price and buying options Nike US listed $280 for the Sea Glass/Laser Crimson/Phantom/Burgundy Ash colorway, which was sold out when checked. Nike announced broader availability from October 29, 2026.

Nike lists 208 g for a men's US 10 and an 8 mm drop. Its wider release is scheduled for October 29, 2026.

Know what sits behind the advice.

Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-10-03.

From the manufacturer

Identity, intended use, offered widths, and listed specifications. We label these as brand figures; reference sizes can differ.

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Fit and ride notes

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Our matching categories

Ride labels and recommendation rules are editorial interpretations of the recorded sources. They describe catalog matches and cannot guarantee personal fit.

How the finder chooses

A missing specification means “not verified,” not zero. Price and availability need a fresh check at the retailer.

These share a recorded surface and catalog category. Shared running uses guide the order; personal fit and performance are not guaranteed.