Details
Brand
Nike
Heel To Toe Drop
10mm
Breathability
8.5/10
Latest Version
Lunarepic Shield
Terrain
Road
Type
Neutral
Key Features
• It’s upgraded with a snug like slip on and has a luxurious cushioning.• They are integrated with Lunarlon cushioning that is enhanced with laser cut grooves.• Has good perforation in the forefront to offer exceptional breathability and ventilation.• It’s feather-weight.• Provides an offset of 10mm.• It has a virtually seamless upper.• Upper body is made of synthetic knit material.• The sole is rubber-made and very flexible.
Upper
The upper is a durable knit with soft and firm foam that wraps around the runner’s foot providing a sock-like fit, which boosts overall comfort.
Midsole
The LunarEpic Flyknit Low offers a superb cushioning. The middle sole is made with Lunarlon cushioning material. This is a special aspect developed by Nike to give a lightweight ultra-plush cushioning that provides a springy feel underfoot. The midsole is also enhanced with 5 laser cut grooves moving around the whole shoe length. With this feature, you will enjoy some enhanced compression and improved flexes when you are in motion, making for a smooth, comfortable ride.
Outsole
This shoe has been developed after extensive research and analysis by the experts in the manufacturing industry. They took their time to study the runner’s cravings. The outsole is updated with a raised rubber which is ideal for absorbing impact and providing cushioning on landings. The outsole is firm and very durable. The outsole features 5 laser cut grooves that look like ponds. They enhance grip even while running on unfavorable terrains. These grooves also improve the flexibility as well as disperse impact on your foot when it lands on the ground.
Breathability
LunarEpic Flyknit low shoes are made in such a way that it has perforations around the forefoot to enhance air circulation. The fact that it is made using the latest knit technology adds to its breathability and ventilation. Therefore, especially for runners with really sweaty feet, this would be an ideal shoe for you.
Comfort
This is undoubtedly one of the most comfortable shoes you can get in the market today. It offers a sock-like wrap to your feet. The soft knit and foam-like material that makes up the upper part of the shoe adds to its comfort. If you are looking for a well cushioned, lightweight shoe, definitely consider this shoe.
Style
They also come in vibrant color gradients which vary from black, gray, dusty purple to being multicolored. It offers a variety of color schemes that are in tandem with the shape and designs making it very appealing. You will not lack color options with this shoe.
Durability
Despite being featherweight, the finely knit material is durable. However, the synthetic upper body may be prone to tear and wear after some time. Therefore you will need to get new pairs of Lunarepic Flyknit Low shoes after some duration. In overall, this is a durable sporting shoe with a good sole and upper cover. They won’t wear out within a few runs, but they can grow weaker and loose with time.
Protection
Though the synthetic knit upper of the shoe might be prone to get pierced through by some sharp objects and the rubber might be uncomfortable running on some terrains. These shoes are good to protect your feet while you are out for sporting activity. They are good shoes about you will need to consider where you are running, some terrain might leave your shoes torn or destroyed. Avoid places where there can be sharp objects that can pierce your running gear. They can get soaked by water when you get rained on or run to places with stagnant waters.
Responsiveness
The responsiveness of the LunarEpic Flyknit Low is amazing. The rubber sole and the cushioning feature makes it very responsive. The impact areas having customized with laser cut grooves. The midsole is made with Lunarlon cushioning which gives it a much-needed spring effect. It is exceptionally great with the responsiveness features.
Support
The sock-like fit provides incredible support to your feet. It offers stellar support even when you’re on speed and in rough track. It might be much tight around the ankle, but this is bound to change when you in few minutes of running. The synthetic material knit with high modern-day technology ensures the foot remains in place. The cushioning of the sole and the laser cut groves will boost the support. They are just an amazing in supporting features.
Terrain
The Nike LunarEpic Flyknit Low is ideal for most runnable terrains you can imagine of. They have been rigorously tested on rough terrain and long distance marathons. Be it up the hill or downhill – they prove to have amazing stopping power. And they are great at absorbing the impact. They might not be very good on the wet surfaces or in the rain.
Price
Considering their design and comfort, this shoe goes for between $120- $250 online. Despite this high price, you will receive the best value for your money as they are durable and very efficient for most sporting activities.
Drop
They have a heel drop of 10 mm which is standard. You might fear that with such a dense heel drop they might hinder you from gaining speed, but they are featherweight, and you will not have any issues moving to high speed.
Stability
With the LunarEpic Flyknit Low shoes, stability is not guaranteed. But this shortcoming is compensated by the other luxurious features that are associated with these shoes. In fact, very few customers have complained of stability with this shoe.
Flexibility
They are among the most flexible shoes on the market today. The synthetic knit material in the upper part of the shoe and the rubber outsole with laser cut contours make it very flexible. They will respond superbly to impacts when striding and still resist twisting and potentially painful strains. They are great at enhancing motion. The midsole offers a springing effect which adds to the flexibility. This is a good flexible pair of shoes.
Traction
This is the term used in professional running to refer to the shoes ability to hold strongly to different challenging surfaces. They offer a good grip, and they won’t slip off when you are running up or downhill. The laser-cut grooves on the outer sole are meant to enhance your grip and traction while running. More significantly they are made of a superb rubber sole this is meant to enhance the traction capability.
Bottom Line
The LunarEpic Flyknit Low running shoes are ideal for any professional runner who is looking for comfort while on the track or on rough terrain. They are the perfect shoes for outdoor running. They might seem to be expensive, but that’s well compensated with the flexibility, protection, traction and other features they are integrated with. These are high-quality running shoes that runners will crave for. The material and the manufacturer design are very appealing.
