NIKE EPIC REACT FLYKNIT- The Running Shoe That Can Do It All

Last year, Nike finally made the VaporMax available to the public. During the latter part of the year, Nike introduced Nike React — an all new foam that delivers a softer, smoother, and responsive ride that they used for the Nike Hyperdunk. This 2018, Nike wants to address the needs of runners. Runners asked for a shoe that could do it all — offer more cushion from the impact of each stride, give them the energy return needed to stay fresh late in a run, feel light underfoot and also be able to withstand wear and tear of impact and elements run after run.

Today, Nike reveals the Nike Epic React Flyknit, Nike’s first running shoe that will feature the Nike React. Upon first glance, you’ll notice the Flyknit bootie, precision-engineered for support, flexibility, and breathability. The material’s pretty close to the runner but still provides proper support.

Second, the midsole extends beyond the upper around the heel to provide the cushioning runners want and the stability they need. In comparison, the tooling is relatively pronounced and exaggerated. Because Nike React foam is significantly softer than EVA-based foams of the past, it smooths bumps in the road more effectively — but the midsole had to be taller in order to avoid “bottoming-out” and wider to give runners a supportive base. To solve for that, designers extended the midsole beyond the perimeter of its upper around the heel to provide both the cushioning runners want and the stability they need.

Lastly, deeper parts on the midsole and outsole indicate areas of more cushioning and shallower portions produce more firmness.The midsole/outsole may seem pretty simple, but was made to deliver cushioning and support in the specific spots needed during a run, while eliminating material wherever it’s not absolutely necessary in order to keep weight to a minimum.I’m sure what you’ll also notice is the visually complex pattern, where it varies depending on where it needs the support.

As much as we would like to try the shoe out, the Nike Epic React Flyknit will be available a month from now. Make sure to keep it locked here for more information and release details of the Nike Epic React Flyknit.