{"product_id":"nike-alphafly-next-3-mens-neutral-running","title":"Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3 Men's Road Racing Shoes","description":"\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eNike Alphafly NEXT% 3 Men's Road Racing Shoes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Personal Bests. Engineered for Speed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3 Men's is Nike's pinnacle racing shoe, developed for runners chasing personal bests from 5 kilometres to the marathon. Combining Nike's most advanced technologies—including ZoomX foam, dual Air Zoom units and a full-length carbon fibre FlyPlate—the Alphafly NEXT% 3 delivers exceptional propulsion, energy return and efficiency with every stride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for race day, this elite super shoe helps reduce fatigue while maximising running economy, allowing runners to maintain faster paces over longer distances. Whether you're aiming to qualify for Boston, break three hours in the marathon or simply achieve a new personal best, the Alphafly NEXT% 3 provides every possible advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Shoe Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3 is designed for neutral runners who want the highest level of racing performance. It is ideal for experienced runners targeting personal bests in 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen This Shoe Makes Sense\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf race-day performance is your priority, the Alphafly NEXT% 3 is built specifically for competition. It excels during key race efforts and select speed sessions, helping runners maximise efficiency and maintain pace over long distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Performance Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMen's Elite Carbon-Plated Road Racing Shoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eRoad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCushioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMaximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidsole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eZoomX Foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFull-Length Carbon Fibre FlyPlate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForefoot Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDual Air Zoom Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAtomknit 3.0 Upper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel-to-Toe Drop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eApproximately 218 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003eElite racing, 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon competition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNike's Fastest Racing Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alphafly NEXT% 3 represents the pinnacle of Nike's racing innovation. Its full-length ZoomX foam delivers Nike's highest level of energy return, creating an exceptionally lightweight and responsive ride that helps reduce fatigue over long distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbedded within the midsole is a full-length carbon fibre FlyPlate that works together with two visible Air Zoom units beneath the forefoot. This combination creates explosive propulsion through toe-off while maintaining smooth transitions throughout the stride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe redesigned Atomknit 3.0 upper offers improved breathability, lightweight support and exceptional foot lockdown without adding unnecessary weight. It comfortably adapts to the foot while remaining race-ready over every distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA thinner, lighter outsole with strategically placed rubber provides outstanding grip on road surfaces while reducing overall weight, ensuring every gram contributes to forward momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere This Shoe Performs Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5K Racing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10K Racing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Marathon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarathon Racing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTempo Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNike Performance Running Shoe Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\"\u003ePlate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAlphafly NEXT% 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFull Carbon FlyPlate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eElite Road Racing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePegasus 42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVersatile Daily Training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVomero 18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMaximum Cushioned Training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003eStructure Plus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;\"\u003eHigh-Mileage Daily Running\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZoomX foam provides Nike's highest level of energy return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length carbon fibre FlyPlate maximises propulsion and efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Air Zoom units create explosive toe-off responsiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtomknit 3.0 upper delivers lightweight breathability and exceptional lockdown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight outsole provides reliable traction while reducing weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for elite racing performance from 5K through the marathon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps improve running economy and reduce fatigue over race distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDurban Runner Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3 is one of the fastest road racing shoes available today. It is designed for runners chasing personal bests and offers exceptional efficiency through its combination of ZoomX cushioning, Air Zoom units and carbon plate technology. We recommend reserving the Alphafly NEXT% 3 for races and key speed sessions while using a daily trainer such as the Pegasus 42 or Vomero 18 for regular mileage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit Durban Runner for professional gait analysis and expert shoe fitting to ensure you select the right racing shoe for your goals and running style.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3 a carbon-plated running shoe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features a full-length carbon fibre FlyPlate that works with ZoomX foam and dual Air Zoom units to maximise propulsion and running efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the Alphafly NEXT% 3 for everyday training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used for occasional speed workouts, but it is primarily designed as a race-day shoe. Most runners pair it with a daily trainer to maximise durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Alphafly NEXT% 3 suitable for the marathon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. It was specifically developed for marathon racing and has been worn by many of the world's fastest marathon runners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare to the Pegasus 42?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pegasus 42 is a versatile daily trainer, while the Alphafly NEXT% 3 is an elite racing shoe designed to maximise speed and running economy during competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should choose the Nike Alphafly NEXT% 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeutral runners looking to achieve their fastest race performances over 5K, 10K, half marathon or marathon distances will benefit most from the Alphafly NEXT% 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Nike","offers":[{"title":"UK8 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099752931584,"sku":"FD8311402-UK8","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK8.5 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099752964352,"sku":"FD8311402-UK8.5","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK9 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099752997120,"sku":"FD8311402-UK9","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK9.5 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753029888,"sku":"FD8311402-UK9.5","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK10 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753062656,"sku":"FD8311402-UK10","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK10.5 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753095424,"sku":"FD8311402-UK10.5","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK11 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753128192,"sku":"FD8311402-UK11","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK11.5 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753160960,"sku":"FD8311402-UK11.5","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK12 \/ RACER BLUE\/WHITE","offer_id":49099753193728,"sku":"FD8311402-UK12","price":6399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/4323\/5328\/files\/DSC_0448_cbe9b4ce-0242-4cbb-b693-d05b370b24e7.jpg?v=1786086443","url":"https:\/\/durbanrunner.co.za\/products\/nike-alphafly-next-3-mens-neutral-running","provider":"Durban Runner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}