{"product_id":"nike-nike-acg-pegasus-trail-linen-lt-orewood-brn-black-lt-crimson","title":"Nike ACG Pegasus Trail Men's Trail Running Shoes","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNike ACG Pegasus Trail Men's Trail Running Shoes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nike ACG Pegasus Trail brings the road-tested Pegasus formula to unpaved terrain, now under Nike's ACG banner. A taller stack, a lower drop and a redesigned outsole make this version the most capable Peg Trail yet — a genuine road-to-trail crossover for runners who move between surfaces on the same run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad-to-Trail Crossover Trainer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrail and Road\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295g \/ 10.4oz (Men's US9, independent testing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Drop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37–39mm heel \/ 27–31mm forefoot (varies by test source)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidsole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNike ReactX foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutsole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Terrain Compound (ATC) 2.0, multi-directional hex lugs, 3.5mm depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight engineered mesh, wider forefoot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRide Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCushioned, stable, rockered — protective without losing ground feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad-to-trail runs, easy-to-moderate trail terrain, daily training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-range crossover trainer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pegasus Trail line has been Nike's go-to road-to-trail shoe for years, and this version — now rebranded under Nike's ACG (All Conditions Gear) label — brings the biggest change to the line since its debut. The stack height grows and the drop drops, moving from the previous 9.5–10mm drop down to a more moderate 8mm, while adding more ReactX foam underfoot for extra cushioning and energy return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe outsole has been reworked with a new ATC 2.0 compound, which Nike claims delivers 30% better wet traction and 25% better abrasion resistance than the previous version, using multi-directional hex lugs at a 3.5mm depth. The upper moves to a wider, more anatomical last with extra room through the toe box, and the heel collar has been redesigned for a more secure, comfortable fit than previous versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho benefits? Runners whose routes genuinely mix road and trail — this shoe is built specifically for that crossover use case rather than pure technical trail running. It handles rolling singletrack, gravel and packed dirt confidently, with enough protection for longer distances. It's not the best choice for highly technical, rocky terrain — there's no rock plate, and reviewers note the tall stack and softer midsole feel less stable on tricky, technical footing. Runners tackling that kind of terrain regularly should look at a more dedicated technical trail shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNike ReactX Foam\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nike's cushioning compound, used in a greater volume in this version than in previous Pegasus Trail models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e ReactX is engineered for a balance of cushioning and energy return, and the increased volume in this version raises the stack height for more protection over longer distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e More foam underfoot means more protection on longer runs and over varied terrain, at the cost of some ground feel and technical precision on rougher trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners covering longer distances on moderate terrain who want comfort and protection over technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAll Terrain Compound (ATC) 2.0 Outsole\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nike's updated trail-specific rubber compound, featuring multi-directional hex lugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e The compound and lug pattern are designed to improve grip on wet and technical surfaces compared to the previous generation, while also improving abrasion resistance for durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better wet-weather traction matters for Durban's humid, occasionally rain-slicked trail conditions, and improved abrasion resistance extends the outsole's usable life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners tackling mixed-condition trails, including wet or muddy sections, who want confident grip without a highly aggressive lug pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRide Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cushioned and protective, with the added ReactX foam giving a plusher landing than previous Peg Trail versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, aided by a more pronounced rocker geometry that suits rolling singletrack particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToe Off:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lower 8mm drop lets the forefoot load more naturally, which some testers found improved climbing mechanics on sustained uphill grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsiveness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — this is a comfort- and protection-focused shoe rather than a fast, snappy one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfort:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clear strength, with the wider toe box, redesigned heel collar and taller stack combining for a genuinely plush ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better than expected for a neutral shoe at this stack height, though reviewers note reduced stability on genuinely technical, rocky terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — protective enough for comfort, while still offering some trail feedback without feeling disconnected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCadence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited to easy-to-steady efforts rather than fast trail racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFit \u0026amp; 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Its extra cushioning and lower drop make it comfortable for long, easy miles, while the reworked outsole holds up well in the wet conditions Durban's humidity can bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your routes lean more toward technical, rocky terrain, we'd recommend a dedicated technical trail shoe instead — come in and we can talk through the right option based on where you actually run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Nike ACG Pegasus Trail a road or trail shoe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a road-to-trail crossover shoe, built to handle both road sections and easy-to-moderate trail confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the heel-to-toe drop on the ACG Pegasus Trail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8mm, down from 9.5–10mm in previous Pegasus Trail versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much does the Nike ACG Pegasus Trail weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndependent testing measured approximately 295g \/ 10.4oz for a men's US9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the ACG Pegasus Trail have a rock plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it doesn't include a rock plate, which is part of why it's better suited to moderate rather than highly technical terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the ACG Pegasus Trail good for technical trails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's better suited to easy-to-moderate terrain. 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