Nike Epic React Flyknit Full Wear Review

Now that I’ve had the Nike Epic React Flyknit sneakers for over a week, I thought that it’d be a good time to post a review on this site. I’ve already created a YouTube video about my experiences with it (posted below), so, if you’d rather watch a video review instead of reading my post…you have the option. These sneakers are the exclusive White Fusion colorway that Nike released to their Nike Plus members and then sold out of within a few hours. In this post, I’ll cover what I like and dislike about these shoes, show pictures, and what I think about how they perform/look overall. Try the Epic React Fusion from Nike

My YouTube Review:

Fit

I have a wider foot, but seeing as I couldn’t try these on before I purchased them, I went with my usual 11.5 size. Nike running shoes have a tendency to run narrow and while the Epic React Flyknit isn’t super narrow, it is still a bit of a tight fit on my feet.

Over the big toe area, it is definitely a snug fit, and something that bothered me somewhat during running. For most people who don’t have a wider foot, this shouldn’t be a problem. In my case, I should have gone a half size up for maximum comfort.

That being said, it isn’t too much of a deal breaker. It’s my biggest gripe with these sneakers, however, it simply means that I will no longer use them for running. Strictly casual use from here on out.

Style

I really liked how this colorway looked, which is obviously why I shelled out the cash for them. Do I think that they’re the prettiest shoes ever? No. I actually like how the Adidas Boost looks in the triple white colorway better (which is one of the few colorways I like on the Adidas Boost). I don’t own a pair of Boosts, so I cannot do a comparison, on these two sneakers.

That being the case, the Epic React Flyknit does still looks great on foot in my opinion. When just sitting on its own, it has a tendency to droop, as it’s so light and the Flyknit is thin; but when worn with jeans or shorts, they have quite an appealing aesthetic.

Check out the video review, for shots of the shoe on my feet.

React Technology

How does the React cushioning feel?

Great.

No, seriously, I love the React cushioning. These shoes are super light (8.6 oz, I think?) and the React does have that cloud/pillow like feeling as you walk. It has a certain level of give but it’s not like you’re ‘sinking’ down into the shoe. There is a bounce back and enough stiffness to give stability as you walk/run.

Again, I have no clue how it compares to Boost. Though, I don’t particularly care, because these are so much more comfortable than my other Nike sneakers.

The feeling in the heel of the shoe is my favorite aspect of the Epic React Flyknit. The cushioning there is so responsive and soft, that if it weren’t for the sizing issue, I would forget that I had them on.

Yes, I did run in them twice, on a treadmill. The big toe tightness bothered me, but I enjoyed the rest of the shoe. The react cushioning did have a nice bounce to it with each stride and the light weight was noticeable, even with the fact that I usually run in a pretty light weight Nike.

I’m done running with this pair in particular, but if I find the right size when the other colorways are released, I just might pick me up a pair to run in.

Overall

I really like these sneakers. I wouldn’t say they’re perfect in terms of styling and sizing but if I had gotten a size 12 and it fit correctly, I’d probably be raving about how awesome they are.

Styling is good but not magnificent. I think they look best on feet and when viewed from the front. Also, since they are a running shoe, the best way to wear it with shorts. Though, casually with jeans, I feel that they still have a solid look with the white/white/racer blue colorway.

Running felt good. I am a casual runner (mostly treadmill), so, those who do more serious training might need something more specific for their needs. Just general running, these should do well for most people.

Most importantly, comfort was exactly what I expected and wanted with the React cushioning. I do still need to get a correct size, but once I do, I’ll have found an almost ideal, multi-purpose sneaker.

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