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Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus Premium
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Weight
283.2 g (9.99 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.4 mm
Plate
None
Weight
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.2 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus Premium
The Nike Pegasus Premium and the Nike Pegasus 41 share the same DNA but serve very different roles in Nike's daily trainer lineup. The Pegasus 41 feels lighter, quicker, and more agile underfoot, making it a more natural fit for runners who want a more grounded feel for easy miles. The Pegasus Premium, on the other hand, leans into its thick ZoomX midsole, delivering a more cushioned feel with its Zoom Air pod, but trades away some snap in return. Runners chasing versatility and pace will find the Pegasus 41 more engaging, while those insisting on short mileage comfort and softer landings will appreciate the Pegasus Premium.
Variants
- Pegasus 41 (Ashen Slate/Armory Navy/Black/Metallic Red Bronze - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus 41 (Astronomy Blue/Hot Punch Black - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (Black/Metallic Silver/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Football Grey/Total Orange/Summit White/Multi-Colour - (Men - US 9))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
4.8
6.6
Forefoot Stack Height
24.6 mm
32.8 mm
Forefoot Energy Return
5.0
7.6
Heel Stack Height
36.0 mm
43.0 mm
Heel Energy Return
3.3
6.7
Weight
5.1
3.9
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.1
3.9
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
283.2 g (9.99 oz)
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
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Heel Stack Height
36.0 mm
43.0 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
24.6 mm
32.8 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.4 mm
10.2 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
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Outsole Heel Width
86 mm (3.4")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
63 mm (2.5")
62 mm (2.4")
Outsole Forefoot Width
111 mm (4.4")
110 mm (4.3")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.39
2.07
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
4.51
3.35
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
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Internal Length
274 mm (10.8")
274 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
62 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
89 mm (3.5")
90 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Non-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
3.3
6.7
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Heel Energy Return
69.8%
75.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
5.0
7.6
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Energy Return
71.9%
78.5%
Heel Cushioning
6.1
8.5
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Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 550N
2.72 J
3.79 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
7.54 J
11.13 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
14.09 J
17.11 J
Forefoot Cushioning
5.1
7.9
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 800N
3.18 J
5.28 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
5.57 J
8.59 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
8.15 J
11.95 J
Heel Firmness
6.4
4.9
Heel Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 550N
73.3 N/mm
38.7 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
119.1 N/mm
116.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
232.6 N/mm
264.4 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
9.2
8.0
Forefoot Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 800N
154.8 N/mm
85.5 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
312.3 N/mm
249.4 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
615.2 N/mm
453.7 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
4.7
7.5
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 10km
5.24 J
8.18 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
5.12 J
8.05 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
5.06 J
7.95 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
5.03 J
7.88 J
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