Nike Men's Alphafly 3 Racing Shoes - Racer Blue/White/Atomic Pink

The Nike Men's Alphafly 3 Racing Shoes – Racer Blue/White/Atomic Pink are fine-tuned for marathon speed, combining Nike's most advanced racing technologies to help runners chase personal records from the starting line through 26.2 miles. Dual forefoot Air Zoom units, a full-length carbon fiber plate, and a fully connected ZoomX foam midsole work together to deliver responsive energy return, propulsive transitions, and ultralight cushioning.

Built as Nike's lightest Alphafly yet, the Alphafly 3 refines the race-day formula with a slightly wider carbon fiber plate for increased stability and a continuous ZoomX midsole for smoother heel-to-toe transitions. The updated Atomknit upper provides breathable, multidirectional containment to help keep the foot secure as the pace increases.

Finished in the energetic Racer Blue/White/Atomic Pink colorway, the Alphafly 3 is designed for serious road racers seeking maximum efficiency, cushioning, and propulsion for marathon racing and other high-speed efforts.

Dual Air Zoom Units for Explosive Energy Return

Two Air Zoom units in the forefoot combine with responsive ZoomX foam to store and return energy throughout your stride.

Positioned for race-day performance, the Air Zoom units create a springy, responsive sensation at toe-off, helping power each step as you settle into marathon pace or increase your speed toward the finish.

The combination of Air Zoom and ZoomX gives the Alphafly 3 its distinctive energetic ride while supporting efficiency over long-distance efforts.

Full-Length Carbon Fiber Plate

A full-length carbon fiber plate creates the propulsive sensation that defines the Alphafly racing experience.

The plate helps runners transition smoothly through each stride while promoting forward momentum. For the Alphafly 3, Nike made the plate slightly wider to provide increased stability without sacrificing its race-focused propulsion.

This refined geometry also helps provide greater confidence when maintaining speed through turns and changing direction on the road.

Fully Connected ZoomX Foam

The Alphafly 3 features heel-to-toe ZoomX foam, providing lightweight cushioning and responsive energy return throughout the entire midsole.

Unlike a segmented platform, the fully connected ZoomX construction promotes smoother transitions from landing through toe-off while delivering the cushioning needed for marathon distances.

The result is an ultralight, cushioned ride designed to help keep your legs feeling fresher and more comfortable from mile 1 through 26.2.

All-New Atomknit Upper

An updated Atomknit upper is engineered to improve multidirectional containment and breathability.

The lightweight knit construction helps securely contain the foot during high-speed running while maintaining airflow for greater comfort during long races and demanding efforts.

This balance of security and ventilation gives the Alphafly 3 a performance-focused fit without adding unnecessary weight.

Secure, Comfortable Race-Day Fit

Small details throughout the upper help create a more comfortable and secure racing experience.

Notched laces provide a secure yet soft lace-up, while an integrated knit tongue with lofted padding helps reduce lace pressure across the top of the foot.

Together, these features help create the locked-in fit needed for racing while maintaining comfort across marathon distances.

Nike's Lightest Alphafly Yet

At approximately 218 g (7.7 oz) for a Men's US 10, the Alphafly 3 is Nike's lightest Alphafly to date.

An 8 mm heel-to-toe drop complements the responsive ZoomX platform, dual Air Zoom units, and carbon fiber plate to create a race-focused geometry built around speed, efficiency, and long-distance performance.

Key Features

• Marathon Racing Performance: Fine-tuned for speed and efficiency from the starting line through 26.2 miles.

• Dual Air Zoom Units: Two forefoot Air Zoom units store and return energy for a responsive toe-off.

• ZoomX Foam: Lightweight, highly responsive cushioning helps deliver energy return and long-distance comfort.

• Fully Connected Midsole: Heel-to-toe ZoomX construction promotes smoother transitions throughout the stride.

• Full-Length Carbon Fiber Plate: Creates a propulsive sensation that helps drive forward momentum.

• Wider Carbon Plate: Refined plate geometry provides increased stability while maintaining propulsion.

• Atomknit Upper: Lightweight construction improves multidirectional containment and breathability.

• Notched Laces: Provide a secure yet soft lace-up feel.

• Integrated Knit Tongue: Creates a streamlined race-ready fit.

• Lofted Tongue Padding: Helps alleviate pressure from the laces.

• Ultralight Construction: Approximately 218 g (7.7 oz) in a Men's US 10.

• 8 mm Drop: Race-focused heel-to-toe geometry for responsive performance.

Best For

• Marathon racing

• Road racing

• Race day

• Personal-record attempts

• Long-distance competition

• High-speed road running

• Runners seeking maximum energy return

• Carbon-plated racing

• Propulsive transitions

• Lightweight cushioning

• Responsive toe-off

• Long-distance efficiency

• Competitive runners

Specifications

• Category: Men's Road Racing Shoes

• Brand: Nike

• Model: Alphafly 3

• Midsole: ZoomX Foam

• Midsole Construction: Fully Connected Heel-to-Toe

• Forefoot Technology: Dual Air Zoom Units

• Plate: Full-Length Carbon Fiber

• Plate Design: Slightly Wider for Increased Stability

• Upper: Atomknit

• Upper Benefits: Multidirectional Containment & Breathability

• Tongue: Integrated Knit with Lofted Padding

• Laces: Notched

• Approximate Weight: 218 g / 7.7 oz (Men's US 10)

• Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8 mm

• Primary Use: Marathon & Road Racing

• PPE: Not Intended for Use as Personal Protective Equipment

• Style: FD8311-402

• Color: Racer Blue/White/Atomic Pink