Is the Pegasus 42 good for beginners?

Yes. It is a neutral daily trainer with balanced cushioning and a familiar 10 mm drop, which makes it easy to run in without overthinking the setup.

How does it compare with the Pegasus 41?

The 42 keeps the neutral daily-trainer formula with a ReactX midsole and full-length Air Zoom unit. It is an evolution of the same line rather than a different kind of shoe.

Can I use it for speed workouts?

It handles steady and tempo paces without feeling sluggish, but at 10.7 ounces it is not a lightweight racer. Most runners keep it for daily and easy miles.

Does it work for overpronators?

No. It is a neutral shoe with no stability posting, so runners who need motion control should look at a stability model instead.

What is the drop and weight?

The shoe weighs 10.7 ounces and has a 10 mm heel-to-toe drop, a balanced setup with enough cushioning and some ground feel.

Is the upper breathable for hot weather?

Yes. The single-layer engineered mesh is perforated and multi-zoned to move air where the foot heats up most.

Nike Running Pegasus 42 Sneakers Women Rubber/Leather Womens 12/Mens 10.5 US

Q: Where is the Nike Running Pegasus 42 Sneakers Women Rubber/Leather Womens 12/Mens 10.5 US cheapest?

At Finish Line, for $100.00, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Nike Running Pegasus 42 Sneakers Women Rubber/Leather Womens 12/Mens 10.5 US?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 363 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Nike Running Pegasus 42 Sneakers Women Rubber/Leather Womens 12/Mens 10.5 US?

10 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, JD Sports, Zappos.com, Finish Line, Kids Foot Locker.

Best price now

$100.00at Finish LineChecked 11 h ago

17% under what the other stores charge

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 5363 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 363 ratings, the Pegasus 42 is well received as a dependable everyday trainer. Owners and fitters praise the even ReactX ride and breathable upper for back-to-back run days.

What people mention

CushioningPraisedRiders describe the ReactX midsole as even and balanced, cushioned enough for long easy days without feeling sluggish.
BreathabilityPraisedThe engineered mesh upper is noted for keeping airflow moving on back-to-back run days.
WeightMixedAt 10.7 ounces some runners find it heavier than lighter daily trainers, though others accept it for the stable ride.
TractionPraisedThe waffle outsole is described as gripping pavement predictably so runners do not think about footing.
DropMixedThe 10 mm heel-to-toe drop suits many runners but is not for those who prefer a lower, more natural stance.

About the Nike Running Pegasus 42 Sneakers Women Rubber/Leather Womens 12/Mens 10.5 US

The Nike Pegasus 42 is a neutral daily running shoe for easy miles and steady training runs. It has a low-profile design with Nike branding.

The upper is leather and is perforated for ventilation. The tongue and cuff are padded, and a cushioning molded sock liner sits inside. A full-length Air Zoom unit provides cushioning underfoot, and the sole is rubber. The outsole has a waffle pattern for grip on pavement.

Upper

100% leather

Sole

100% rubber

Cushioning

Full-length Air Zoom unit, cushioning molded sock liner

Comfort

Padded tongue and cuff

Ventilation

Perforated upper

Design

Low-profile