Nike Pegasus 41 vs Invincible 3

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Nike Pegasus 41

Nike Invincible 3

The Nike Pegasus 41 and the Nike Invincible 3 are both daily trainers, but they cater to different preferences. The Pegasus 41 offers a firmer, more grounded ride, making it a more traditional daily trainer. It's also marginally lighter. In contrast, the Invincible 3 is more cushioned, bouncier, and more versatile, thanks to its plush ZoomX foam, which makes it a better option for most.

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Variants

  • Pegasus 41 (Ashen Slate/Armory Navy/Black/Metallic Red Bronze - (Women - US 7))
  • Pegasus 41 (Astronomy Blue/Hot Punch Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Invincible 3 (Electric Pack/Olympic Safari - (Men - US 9))
  • Invincible 3 (Jade Ice/White-Clear Jade - (Women - US 7))
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Design

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Heel Stack Height 
 

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Forefoot Stack Height 
 

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Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

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Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

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Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

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Internal Shape 
 

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Internal Length 
 

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Other Features  

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Tongue Gusset Type 
 

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Plate 
 

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Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

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Heel Energy Return  

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Heel Energy Return 
 

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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

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Forefoot Energy Return  

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Heel Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

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Heel Firmness 
 

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Firmness At 550N 
 

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Firmness At 1100N 
 

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Forefoot Firmness 
 

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Firmness At 800N 
 

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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

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Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

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Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

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Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

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Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

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