Pegasus 42
An everyday road trainer combining ReactX foam with a full-length Air Zoom unit.
Checked US price · 2026-09-07. Before tax and shipping. Selected Summit White/Photon Dust/Black/Metallic Silver colorway.
The shoe at a glance.
The Pegasus 42 is an everyday road trainer built around ReactX foam and a full-length Air Zoom unit. Its balanced, unplated ride is joined by useful upper and grip updates, giving it a straightforward role in regular training. The shoe still feels heavy, and the changes do not amount to a major performance improvement, so those seeking a dramatic change from their current trainer should keep expectations realistic. The forefoot offers more room than the previous version, with regular and wide options available depending on size.
Pros and cons
Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.
Pros
- Comfortable upper with more room than the previous version.
- Rubber holds up well to repeated mileage.
- Ventilation and traction both support everyday use.
Cons
- Its weight is noticeable when picking up the pace.
- Forefoot impact protection trails more cushioned options.
A closer look
Where it fits in your running
Recorded uses: everyday runs. Designed for road running.
Cushioning and ride
The moderate stack keeps the ride relatively conventional. Independent testing found a stronger fit for heel landings than for runners seeking generous cushioning beneath the forefoot.
Our editorial ride category: balanced.
Fit and sizing
The independent review found more room than the Pegasus 41; Nike describes an updated forefoot fit.
Recorded widths: standard, wide.
Nike men's listing offers Regular and Wide; individual sizes may vary.
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
The independent review found the updated upper and grip useful, but the shoe remained heavy with limited performance improvement.
Replacing an older version?
See the verified changes before choosing your next pair.
See what changed in Pegasus 42Manufacturer specifications
Specifications from the brand’s product information.
- Listed weight
- 300 g
- Heel-to-toe drop
- 10 mm
- Heel stack height
- Not verified
- Plate
- No plate
- Support
- Neutral
- Recorded product range
- Men’s
- Widths offered
- Standard, Wide
Source: Nike product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.
Follow the evidence.
Information checked 2026-09-07. 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 Selected Summit White/Photon Dust/Black/Metallic Silver colorway.
Nike weight is men's US 10. No plate verified by RTINGS: source
Know what sits behind the advice.
Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-07.
From the manufacturer
Identity, intended use, offered widths, and listed specifications. We label these as brand figures; reference sizes can differ.
Read Nike’s specificationsFit and ride notes
Brand information and published reviews inform the descriptions of comfort, fit, and ride. Use these notes to choose pairs to try; your experience can differ.
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 choosesA missing specification means “not verified,” not zero. Price and availability need a fresh check at the retailer.