Nike Pegasus 41
Road Daily Trainer

Nike Pegasus 41

Decent dependable daily trainer but underwhelming for the Pegasus name; better picks at the price point exist. — Kofuzi

Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 283 g
Heel stack 37.0 mm
Drop 10.0 mm
Cushioning Medium

Best for

Daily TrainingLong Runs
Suits Heel, Midfoot strikers
Surface Road

Specifications

Weight (M9)
283g (10.0 oz)
Stack (Heel)
37.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
27.0 mm
Drop
10.0 mm
Midsole
ReactX (TPE) with Air Zoom forefoot and heel units
Outsole
Blown rubber (waffle pattern)
Upper
Engineered mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Wide
Midfoot Width
Roomy
Heel Width
Average
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Roomy
Sizing
True To Size

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
Medium
Stability
Neutral

Durability

Outsole
Above Average

Expert reviews · 5 reviewers · grouped per channel

DO
Doctors of Running Youtube →

Pegasus 41 has shifted away from versatility; now a true daily trainer that can do some tempo but is not a speed shoe.

Best for: Classic Pegasus user who wants a higher-feeling drop and mild heel guidance for daily training and long runs — not for workouts anymore.

E
EDDBUD Youtube →

The most trainer-like and cheapest of the three Pegasus shoes, offering reliable impact protection and good durability but little bounce or excitement.

Best for: Runners who want dependable daily grip and traction at a cheaper price, especially available below retail

+2 earlier reviews from EDDBUD

Feels like a 2020 shoe in a 2024 lineup — reliable upper and outsole but left behind by softer, wider rivals like the Novablast 5.

Best for: Heavier runners who want consistent response and a proven waffle outsole

Last place in this 4-way comparison (9/12) but a great outsole. Ride is bottom-heavy and forefoot is under-cushioned for some.

K
Kofuzi Youtube →

Decent dependable daily trainer but underwhelming for the Pegasus name; better picks at the price point exist.

TR
The Run Testers Youtube ↗

A solid traditional daily trainer with a snappier, higher-drop feel and a more durable outsole, but less versatile for running than the Clifton 10.

Best for: Daily easy miles, walking, and gym use for runners who like a higher-drop, snappier ride and a more durable outsole.

37 miles tested · source
+2 earlier reviews from The Run Testers

Still a solid traditional all-rounder, but the Vomero 18 is the better pick overall for most runners.

Best for: Runners who prefer a lower-stack traditional daily trainer with more ground feel.

100 miles tested · source

A roomy, durable, value-priced workhorse with a cushy heel and traditional high-drop ride — better value than the Cloudsurfer 2 but less smooth and snappy.

Best for: Heel-strikers logging easy miles who want a cushioned, durable, traditional daily trainer with streetwear appeal.

62 miles tested · source

Frequently asked questions

How does the Nike Pegasus 41 fit?

Reviewers note: Better-fitting upper than recent Pegasus models — a little puffy but appropriate for a daily trainer.

Per Kofuzi.

How much does the Nike Pegasus 41 weigh and what is its drop?

The Nike Pegasus 41 weighs about 283g (men's 9), has a 37.0mm heel stack and a 10.0mm heel-toe drop.

What shoes is the Nike Pegasus 41 compared to?

Reviewers compare the Nike Pegasus 41 to Puma Velocity Nitro 3, Adidas Adizero SL 2, Nike Pegasus Plus, Nike Pegasus Premium.

Per Kofuzi, EDDBUD, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.

How many experts have reviewed the Nike Pegasus 41?

Next Pair aggregates 9 expert reviews of the Nike Pegasus 41, including Kofuzi, EDDBUD, The Run Testers.

Per Kofuzi, EDDBUD, The Run Testers.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
Nike Pegasus 41
283g
Adidas Supernova Solution 2
266g
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23
286g
Mizuno Neo Vista 3
272g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
Nike Pegasus 41
37.0mm
Adidas Supernova Solution 2
36.0mm
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23
40.0mm
Mizuno Neo Vista 3
50.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
Nike Pegasus 41
10.0mm
Adidas Supernova Solution 2
10.0mm
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23
8.0mm
Mizuno Neo Vista 3
8.0mm

Nike Pegasus 41

Data-driven recommendation backed by expert reviews.

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Last updated 2026-09-29