A standout update for heel strikers with new ReactX foam, better stability and durability.
Nike Pegasus 41
The Nike Pegasus 41 has a critic score of 78 out of 100 from 4 professional reviews, including RunRepeat, TechRadar and OutdoorGearLab. 3 of 4 recommend it, and scores range from 63 (OutdoorGearLab) to 85 (RunRepeat). 3 of the scores are printed by the outlets and 1 are our estimates from the review text. Most praised: comfort and cushioning (3 of 4); performance (2 of 4). Most common complaints: size and weight (2 of 4). It ranks #6 of the 7 running shoes we score.
Our verdict
4 professional reviewers tested the Nike Pegasus 41, and 3 recommend it. Most praised: comfort and cushioning and performance. Most common complaint: size and weight.
The catch: The forefoot feels firm and thin.
Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.
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What do critics say about the Nike Pegasus 41?
A comfortable, stylish and dependable everyday shoe, especially good for beginners and heel strikers.
A reliable but unexciting generalist, ranked 20th of 25 shoes.
The Nike Pegasus 41 is a reliable and comfortable daily trainer that offers a slightly improved, more resilient ride compared to its predecessor.
Scores are converted to 0–100. "est." means the outlet gave no number, so we estimated one from its verdict. How we score
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Common questions
Is the Nike Pegasus 41 worth it?
Most critics think so: 3 of 4 recommend it. The forefoot feels firm and thin.
Do critics agree about the Nike Pegasus 41?
Agreement is medium: scores range from 63 (OutdoorGearLab) to 85 (RunRepeat), a spread of 22 points across 4 reviews. Most reviewers land close together, with some outliers.
What do critics dislike about the Nike Pegasus 41?
Size and weight (2 of 4 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Nike Pegasus 41?
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 (critic score 89), best for faster paces.