{"product_id":"nike-pegasus-plus-2-mens-stealth-purple-dynasty","title":"Nike Pegasus Plus 2 -- Men's -- Stealth\/Purple Dynasty","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNike Pegasus Plus 2: Lightweight Speed Without the Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNike Pegasus Plus 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for runners who want to pick up the pace without stepping into a carbon-plated racing shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNike pairs ultralight \u003cstrong\u003eZoomX foam with an exposed, curved Air Zoom unit in the forefoot\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a smooth, energetic and propulsive ride. The result is a lightweight tempo trainer designed to bring race-inspired responsiveness into everyday training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tortoise \u0026amp; Hare Sports, we'd put the Pegasus Plus 2 between a traditional daily trainer and a dedicated racing shoe. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's for the days when you're ready to move.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is the Nike Pegasus Plus 2 Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTempo runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgression runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster daily miles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong runs with pace changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed-focused training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunners who want ZoomX without a carbon plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunners building a training shoe rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Nike Pegasus Plus 2 Have a Carbon Plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pegasus Plus 2 does not rely on a carbon plate for propulsion. Instead, Nike combines lightweight ZoomX foam with an \u003cstrong\u003eexposed, curved forefoot Air Zoom unit\u003c\/strong\u003e to create its responsive, energized ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it an interesting option for runners who want a fast-feeling training shoe without the stiffness or specialized feel associated with some plated shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eZoomX + Exposed Air Zoom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight ZoomX foam provides responsive cushioning, while the curved Air Zoom unit in the forefoot adds a more propulsive sensation as you transition toward toe-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNike says the Pegasus Plus 2 delivers \u003cstrong\u003eat least 18% more energy return than the original Pegasus Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUpdated Fit for the Pegasus Plus 2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNike modified the forefoot shape to create a more accommodating fit around the toes. 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