Got my pair this week and i love them. Spent too long convincing myself to run in supershoes and putting up with sore ankles. These are an absolute game changer. So stable, really responsive and just good fun. I didnt need the runners knot either. Thanks for a great video
Hi, I am in Brazil and going to run El Cruce (Patagonia) - all of my friends have bought the Hoka Speedgoat 5. I thought it was a bit narrow for my feet. From Nike I am able to get the Ultrafly. Do you think that is a good shoe for a 3 day 100KM (broken into 3 runs of 33KM) . Thanks for your videos. I watched this one to understand whether I should get the Zegama or the Ultrafly - I already run on aslphalt, but this is my first run in the mountains and mixed terrain. best, Leo
@leonardoe8869 hey 👋🏼 that sounds like a fun multi day adventure! I wasn’t keen on the Nike Ultrafly.. the Zegama 2 is better in my opinion - certainly for how you intend to use them anyway… here’s my Ultrafly review to learn more about them: Nike Ultrafly Review th-cam.com/video/Cg0PL5b-F48/w-d-xo.html
great video, appreciate it :) . Such a shame Nike UK don't do that black colourway - they just have 3 colour mismatches with a white base colour and none of them look great
Great question! I’d personally take the SG6 on anything above 30k as it’s lighter than the Zegama 2. It’s a bit more snug too so you may want to size up a half size (watch my review for more on that). I loved the Mafate speed 4 too.
Hey 👋🏼 yes they would be great for that terrain. The cushioned midsole is soft and protective on hard ground and the vibram outsole offers superior traction
For me, the mid sole doesnt feel that energetic .... for the amount of weight of these shoes, I think the midsole should feel more lively. I also think the upper mesh is a little too flimsy around the forefoot sidewalls. On off chamber / downhill technical it feels like my forefoot is going to slide off laterally. I lace up through top eyelet and still get a bit of heel lift. My local trails go from ranch road to longer high speed dow hill singletrack wnich sees varying degrees of maintenance. Im going to install some longer bubble laces and give the shoes another couple of outings. This is sort of a odd trail shoe. Keep up all the rad reviews!!!!!!!
Thanks so much, and thanks for sharing your thoughts too! Are you using the top eyelets with a standard lace setup, or are you using racers loop? Racers loop will give a better fit for sure.
Hey - I think they'd be great all the way up to 100k, but this going to be dependent on the runner, and whether you mind a slightly heavier shoe. Lightweight runners may prefer the Speedgoat 6 - but really there's not all that much in it. It's very technically proficient at all distances up to 100k too - you'll have seen in the review how much fun I had running fast technical downhills in them. :)
Hi, what shoes do you recommend for heavier weight? Im 97kg now, and last time juat finish 10km trail run with asics (i forgot what type), and i want to upgrade my shoes..been confused between asics trambuco 12, zegama 2, sg 6 or 5, or maybe salomon? Thankyou
The Zegama 2 will be perfect, but also the Arc’teryx Sylan and Brooks Calder 7 are both great trail shoes for heavier runners. Sylan: th-cam.com/video/b7Kyuyz4bHQ/w-d-xo.html - Caldera 7: th-cam.com/video/mYEjGNdiXEU/w-d-xo.html
really good video. I am hesitating between the Nike Pegasus Trail 5 and this Nike Zegama 2. I am currently running around 15 km, but I would like to increase this distance in the future. I will soon also participate in an obstacle run and look for new shoes that can be used on and off road. which one would you recommend to me?
Between the two, and based on your use cases, I think the Zegama would be a better fit for you. Regarding that 15k you mentioned, is that daily or weekly mileage?
Hey 👋🏼 Both have awesome traction thanks to Vibram Megagrip outsoles. Zegama 2 has better heel lock and a more responsive ride with good cushioning but it is a touch heavier. Both are super comfortable and run true to size. It's a really close call between these two! If you have specific trails you like to run, or use cases (long distance, lots of jills, short distance etc), or if you prefer firm or cushioned for example, please let me know and I'll share which i think will be best for you. -Alastair
for a more detailed look here are my written reviews with pics etc: www.trailandkale.com/gear/nike-zegama-2-review/ AND www.trailandkale.com/gear/merrell-agility-peak-5-review/ -Alastair
Hi I have both and yhe Zwgama is way more comfortable. For highly highly technical muddy and steep courses I’d suggest the Norda as it’s closer to the ground but otherwise Zegama all the way✌🏼.
@trailandkale, im looking to buy my first trail shoes, my daily shoe is a nike pegasus, my road race shoe is a super aggresive mizuno wave rebellion 2 which i really love super bouncy. I like the look of speed goat 6, zegama 2 and merrell agility peak 5 (ive always had merrell walking shoes) What would be your pick? Or any other suggestions? Thanks
Hey there, thanks for all that information! Based on the shoes you currently enjoy and the running you like to do I'd recommend you give the Speedgoat 6 a try! That said, the Zegama 2 and AP5 are both great trail running shoes too! The Brooks Catamount 3 is also a good one but a mit more responsive, but not as cushioned.
I live in Houston and it’s hot here. Was thinking about buying these shoes for a trip to the Oregon coast tomorrow…and I need new trail runners anyways. It’s between these or the Brooks Caldera 7! I’m a bit wider on the foot size 12 and 6’ 220 lbs…bigger guy and have two repaired torn ACLs so I need a supportive shoe. I do jog/run in them but really buying them more at trail walkers / light hiking shoes that I can also wear around the city while walking. Which ones should I get between these the Brooks Caldera 7 or any others you might recommend for me? Just liked and subscribed…great video! I don’t run over a 5K and again looking for just a more supportive trail shoe and something versatile for the city and/or gym after being on trails during the day. Really love the look of the Nike Zagama 2 but worried about the breath ability you mentioned as I do live in HTX!
Hey, thanks for the sub! The Caldera 7 may be a better fit for you! It's definitely more breathable and has a wider fit, and also footprint underneath which gives it nice stability. It also has plenty of cushioning in the midsole which you'll appreciate. Hope that helps! -Alastair
@@trailandkale so guess what I ended up buying and they look (and feel awesome for what I need)?!? Believe it or not the Caldera 7’s felt narrow (despite the reviews) and I wasn’t impressed overall. I ended up getting a brand I’ve never heard of called Karhu Ikoni Trail 1.0 (white version or “barely blue / horizon blue)…these things look and feel awesome. Never heard of the brand till I saw them in the Fleet Feet store in Sugar Land, TX today. I’m in love 😍
Hmm, that’s a tough one - I’d say go with the Zegama 2 if you prefer a lower drop and hike technical trails, it also has zoomx in the midsole making it better for road runs
I need to update my saucony xodus ultra 2, i wanted to go Hoka maybe mafate to get more confort, i think tecton r not as comfy? i will try in a store. do u think zegama 2 is a great shoe ? i want to buy the best for my new pair ! im fine with any brands! i m looking for a pair who is very comfy for technical terrain and full stones! Salomon ultra Genesis i heard it's better for experience people who r ok if not that comfy; + i think i have a wide foot and i heard salomon is usually narrow! so yeah i will have to put my feet in to feel but i need to select some model before ahah !
I really appreciate your videos...i am watching youbfrom Italy..i am a puma's fan..they are amazing in the road...could you please test the puma fast trac apex? I heard they are fantastic trail running 👟
Watched all your Nike reviews, I'm trying to decide between the Ultrafly, Zegama 2 and Pegasus Trail 5. Which would you recommend for moderate trail running + hiking/rucking?
Got my pair this week and i love them. Spent too long convincing myself to run in supershoes and putting up with sore ankles.
These are an absolute game changer. So stable, really responsive and just good fun. I didnt need the runners knot either.
Thanks for a great video
That’s so great to hear! Glad you’re enjoying them too, and thanks for watching ✌🏼
Great review. one of the best on YT!
Ah thank you! Appreciate it ✌🏼
If you have any questions at all please drop them here! Always happy to help :) -Alastair
Hi, I am in Brazil and going to run El Cruce (Patagonia) - all of my friends have bought the Hoka Speedgoat 5. I thought it was a bit narrow for my feet. From Nike I am able to get the Ultrafly. Do you think that is a good shoe for a 3 day 100KM (broken into 3 runs of 33KM) . Thanks for your videos. I watched this one to understand whether I should get the Zegama or the Ultrafly - I already run on aslphalt, but this is my first run in the mountains and mixed terrain. best, Leo
@leonardoe8869 hey 👋🏼 that sounds like a fun multi day adventure! I wasn’t keen on the Nike Ultrafly.. the Zegama 2 is better in my opinion - certainly for how you intend to use them anyway… here’s my Ultrafly review to learn more about them: Nike Ultrafly Review
th-cam.com/video/Cg0PL5b-F48/w-d-xo.html
@@trailandkale thank you so much. 🔥😉
You’re welcome! Have a great time!
great video, appreciate it :) . Such a shame Nike UK don't do that black colourway - they just have 3 colour mismatches with a white base colour and none of them look great
Thank you! Have you tried sportsshoes.com? That’s our fav UK store for running shoes. Great prices too
How would you choose between this zegama 2 and hoka speedgoat 5 or 6?
This is the question we all want answered
I’d choose the SG6
I prefer that it’s lighter and it has better control on technical trails (zegama 2 is still good on technical too however, just not quite as good).
@@trailandkale Thanks for the response! Absolutely love your review😍
@AXonthespot thanks so much
You think these would work good for backpacking as well? Looking for a trail runner that’s as durable as possible
Yeah these or the Speedgoat 6 are great for hiking too. th-cam.com/video/Q-3k2uwlJqU/w-d-xo.html
Speedgoat 6 or Zegama 2 for somebody who loves Mafate Speed 4 but feeling beat up on longer distances (30k+)?
Great question! I’d personally take the SG6 on anything above 30k as it’s lighter than the Zegama 2. It’s a bit more snug too so you may want to size up a half size (watch my review for more on that). I loved the Mafate speed 4 too.
Hi, would you recommend this shoe for a crushed linestome trail/gravel 50k? Or any other recommendations for that terrain? Thank you so much!
Hey 👋🏼 yes they would be great for that terrain. The cushioned midsole is soft and protective on hard ground and the vibram outsole offers superior traction
For me, the mid sole doesnt feel that energetic .... for the amount of weight of these shoes, I think the midsole should feel more lively. I also think the upper mesh is a little too flimsy around the forefoot sidewalls. On off chamber / downhill technical it feels like my forefoot is going to slide off laterally. I lace up through top eyelet and still get a bit of heel lift. My local trails go from ranch road to longer high speed dow hill singletrack wnich sees varying degrees of maintenance. Im going to install some longer bubble laces and give the shoes another couple of outings. This is sort of a odd trail shoe. Keep up all the rad reviews!!!!!!!
Thanks so much, and thanks for sharing your thoughts too! Are you using the top eyelets with a standard lace setup, or are you using racers loop? Racers loop will give a better fit for sure.
Hey Alastair, what distance you think this excels at the best? I’m guessing 50 miler to 100k?
Hey - I think they'd be great all the way up to 100k, but this going to be dependent on the runner, and whether you mind a slightly heavier shoe. Lightweight runners may prefer the Speedgoat 6 - but really there's not all that much in it. It's very technically proficient at all distances up to 100k too - you'll have seen in the review how much fun I had running fast technical downhills in them. :)
Hi, what shoes do you recommend for heavier weight? Im 97kg now, and last time juat finish 10km trail run with asics (i forgot what type), and i want to upgrade my shoes..been confused between asics trambuco 12, zegama 2, sg 6 or 5, or maybe salomon? Thankyou
The Zegama 2 will be perfect, but also the Arc’teryx Sylan and Brooks Calder 7 are both great trail shoes for heavier runners. Sylan: th-cam.com/video/b7Kyuyz4bHQ/w-d-xo.html - Caldera 7: th-cam.com/video/mYEjGNdiXEU/w-d-xo.html
@@trailandkale thankyou so much!
You’re welcome!
Which music used for background will u please share.
I'll have to check my edit
Please Bro @@trailandkale
It’s great to see the feedback on the first version was taken on board!
Thank you for tuning it ✌🏼
really good video. I am hesitating between the Nike Pegasus Trail 5 and this Nike Zegama 2. I am currently running around 15 km, but I would like to increase this distance in the future. I will soon also participate in an obstacle run and look for new shoes that can be used on and off road. which one would you recommend to me?
Between the two, and based on your use cases, I think the Zegama would be a better fit for you. Regarding that 15k you mentioned, is that daily or weekly mileage?
@@trailandkale thanks for the advice, it's based on weekly running
Yeah these should be great for you
How does this compare with Merrell agility Peak 5?
Hey 👋🏼 Both have awesome traction thanks to Vibram Megagrip outsoles. Zegama 2 has better heel lock and a more responsive ride with good cushioning but it is a touch heavier. Both are super comfortable and run true to size. It's a really close call between these two! If you have specific trails you like to run, or use cases (long distance, lots of jills, short distance etc), or if you prefer firm or cushioned for example, please let me know and I'll share which i think will be best for you. -Alastair
for a more detailed look here are my written reviews with pics etc: www.trailandkale.com/gear/nike-zegama-2-review/ AND www.trailandkale.com/gear/merrell-agility-peak-5-review/ -Alastair
I’m looking at this vs the Norda 001… have you tried both? Which do you prefer?
Hey 👋🏼 The Norda 001 is one I haven’t tried yet - Norda seems to be hard to get ahold of due to them being a small team I think
Hi I have both and yhe Zwgama is way more comfortable. For highly highly technical muddy and steep courses I’d suggest the Norda as it’s closer to the ground but otherwise Zegama all the way✌🏼.
Thanks for sharing! ✌🏼
Thank you for your review, sir! I have one question are these suitable for a 100k or 100m race?
Yes they would be! 👍🏼
@@trailandkale thank sir. what about the outsole's grip compared to Speedgoat 5 or Mafate 4?
@ngocduy2179 very similar, they all use Vibram Megagrip which is best in class right now
@trailandkale, im looking to buy my first trail shoes, my daily shoe is a nike pegasus, my road race shoe is a super aggresive mizuno wave rebellion 2 which i really love super bouncy.
I like the look of speed goat 6, zegama 2 and merrell agility peak 5 (ive always had merrell walking shoes)
What would be your pick? Or any other suggestions? Thanks
Should also add I usually run under 10ks, my local park run is gravel, I may do longer distance in future but would be rare
Hey there, thanks for all that information! Based on the shoes you currently enjoy and the running you like to do I'd recommend you give the Speedgoat 6 a try! That said, the Zegama 2 and AP5 are both great trail running shoes too! The Brooks Catamount 3 is also a good one but a mit more responsive, but not as cushioned.
all those shoes have been reviewed on the channel if you'd like to learn more about them
@trailandkale thanks super helpful, yeah I have watched them all but seemed like you liked them all so was wondering which you liked best 😂
lol yeah they’re all good ones for sure! 🤣
I live in Houston and it’s hot here. Was thinking about buying these shoes for a trip to the Oregon coast tomorrow…and I need new trail runners anyways. It’s between these or the Brooks Caldera 7! I’m a bit wider on the foot size 12 and 6’ 220 lbs…bigger guy and have two repaired torn ACLs so I need a supportive shoe. I do jog/run in them but really buying them more at trail walkers / light hiking shoes that I can also wear around the city while walking. Which ones should I get between these the Brooks Caldera 7 or any others you might recommend for me? Just liked and subscribed…great video! I don’t run over a 5K and again looking for just a more supportive trail shoe and something versatile for the city and/or gym after being on trails during the day. Really love the look of the Nike Zagama 2 but worried about the breath ability you mentioned as I do live in HTX!
Hey, thanks for the sub! The Caldera 7 may be a better fit for you! It's definitely more breathable and has a wider fit, and also footprint underneath which gives it nice stability. It also has plenty of cushioning in the midsole which you'll appreciate. Hope that helps! -Alastair
@@trailandkale so guess what I ended up buying and they look (and feel awesome for what I need)?!? Believe it or not the Caldera 7’s felt narrow (despite the reviews) and I wasn’t impressed overall. I ended up getting a brand I’ve never heard of called Karhu Ikoni Trail 1.0 (white version or “barely blue / horizon blue)…these things look and feel awesome. Never heard of the brand till I saw them in the Fleet Feet store in Sugar Land, TX today. I’m in love 😍
That’s a new one on me! I’ll have to look into the brand! Glad you found the perfect shoe just in time for your trip!
@@trailandkale Finnish brand that’s been around since 1916. Never heard of them until today. Love the lighter color way and it feels so nice so far.
Thanks for sharing! I feel like I should have heard of them before! lol will keep an eye out for them
Very informative! Thank you 🙏🏻
Thanks for watching!
Zegama 2 or Pegasus trail 5 for road running/hiking?
Hmm, that’s a tough one - I’d say go with the Zegama 2 if you prefer a lower drop and hike technical trails, it also has zoomx in the midsole making it better for road runs
@@trailandkale Thank you for the reply :)
@kaishunider4110 you’re welcome! ✌🏼
How does this compare to ultrafly trail?
It’s better in my opinion
When you consider price
I need to update my saucony xodus ultra 2, i wanted to go Hoka maybe mafate to get more confort, i think tecton r not as comfy? i will try in a store. do u think zegama 2 is a great shoe ? i want to buy the best for my new pair ! im fine with any brands! i m looking for a pair who is very comfy for technical terrain and full stones! Salomon ultra Genesis i heard it's better for experience people who r ok if not that comfy; + i think i have a wide foot and i heard salomon is usually narrow! so yeah i will have to put my feet in to feel but i need to select some model before ahah !
Have you looked into the Hola Speedgoat 6? It’s a great trail shoe for your needs! It’s also available in a wide version 👍🏼
*Hoka
@@trailandkale im gonna try them too if its more confort than 5 ! thanks.
Let me know how you get on!
@@trailandkale will do, thanks u so much!
I really appreciate your videos...i am watching youbfrom Italy..i am a puma's fan..they are amazing in the road...could you please test the puma fast trac apex? I heard they are fantastic trail running 👟
Thanks so much ✌🏼I’ll try to get hold of the Puma Fast Trac Apex for review! They look cool!!
@@trailandkale thks...keep on to carry out amazing contents
@carlorunning85 thank you, really appreciate it 🙏🏻
@trailandkale looking forward to see the puma apex review 😀
Need to get hold of those!
these or the kiger 9
That’s a close one for me but I think I’d pick up the Zegama 2 due to the better outsole
i want to do 20plus miles when hitting a trail like grand canyon and eagle creek
Zegama 2 for sure for Grand Canyon trails, and you should hopefully appreciate the more cushioned ride on those rocky trails
Watched all your Nike reviews, I'm trying to decide between the Ultrafly, Zegama 2 and Pegasus Trail 5. Which would you recommend for moderate trail running + hiking/rucking?
For sure the Zegama 2 or the Peg Trail 5. I’d be inclined to go with the Zegama 2 as it’s a bit more capable on the trails
@@trailandkale Really appreciate your insight! Thank you
You’re welcome! Thanks for tuning in ✌🏼