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Our Verdict
Nike Vomero 18
Nike Pegasus Premium
Both the Nike Pegasus Premium and the Nike Vomero 18 sit in Nike's cushioned trainer lineup, but differ in their feel and intent. The Vomero 18 is a no-nonsense workhorse built for consistent comfort, offering a firmer ride that feels more traditional underfoot. The Pegasus Premium introduces a taller stack of ZoomX foam with a Zoom Air pod, creating a softer ride at light loads and a firmer ride as pressure increases. It's best suited for easy runs. Runners valuing stability and a classic ride will prefer the Vomero 18, while those who want a more plush impact absorption for short mileage will find the Pegasus Premium more rewarding.
Variants
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Men - US 9))
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
- Vomero 18 (Sail/Blk/Crimson/Laser Orange - (Men - US 9))
- Vomero 18 (Summit White/Black/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
- Vomero 18 (White/Electric Green/Volt/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Vomero 18 (White/Electric Green/Volt/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Black/Metallic Silver/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Football Grey/Total Orange/Summit White/Multi-Colour - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (University Gold/Black/Laser Orange - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (White/Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
Forefoot Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
Weight
Full Comparison
Weight
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
Forefoot Stack Height
Heel-To-Toe Drop
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
Outsole Arch Width
Outsole Forefoot Width
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
Internal Heel Width
Internal Forefoot Width
Wide Sizing Available
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Plate
Heel Energy Return
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
Heel Cushioning
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
Forefoot Cushioning
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Nike Vomero 18
Nike Pegasus Premium
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