Nike Pegasus 38 First Run Review: Two runners give their take on the new Pegasus

UPDATE: Check out our full multi-tester review of the Nike Pegasus 38 here: • Nike Air Zoom Pegasus ...
The Nike Pegasus 37 was one of the most substantial updates to the popular workhorse trainer in years, with Nike bringing in a new React foam midsole. The Nike Pegasus 38 is a relatively modest update, retaining the same midsole and outsole while making a few changes to the upper to increase the room in the toe-box and add more cushioning to the tongue in particular.
All four Run Testers have the Nike Pegasus 38 in for testing so we’ll be giving it the full multi-tester treatment down the line, but for now here are Kieran and Nick’s first impressions of the shoe.
You can also check out our full review of the Nike Pegasus 37 here: • Nike Pegasus 37 Review...
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00:00​​​​​ - Intro
00:24​ - What’s New
02:48​ - First Run
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[@millerr8066]

I prefer the Pegasus 36 for RUNNING only. I like how it hugs the foot, and mine aren’t wide, so I don’t need extra room. The 38s are COMFY, I could see them being really good for hiking

[@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267]

Love this! It’s so comfy and reliable. I walk with it and use it as casual or to run errands xD

[@davaghnpickett1148]

What shoe would you use for training and what would you use for racing1600-1800

[@nathaliec7330]

Thanks I just ordered a pair. I could not run in 37 as they fit too loose on me so since the 36th but the invincible was too soft for me All I want a soft feel with great lockdown so hope it’s not sinking too much compare to that invincible. I had plenty of fast firm shoes so this I hope will work for easy long runs

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi Nathalie, we'd be interested to hear how you get on.

[@m0rrr]

Any recommendations regarding sizing compared to the Adidas Ultraboost 20?
Reagrding a lot of reviews the Pegasus 38 really seem to be a good running shoe for me, but I really don’t know what my Nike sizing would be… 🤔

[@vjakkapun]

Pegasus 38 should be fit perfectly to true size.

[@AquaBara]

Are these easy to slip into? I'm deciding between the original and the FlyEase since i take my dogs for walks multiple times throughout the day.

[@frankbeans5921]

How did you go? I don’t have a wide foot by any means but fitting into these have been a challenge and they feel too tight. Definitely a different size to what I was used to with ASICS

[@ElijsDima]

Man, Pegasus line has changed so much... I still have my 34's around, and those were very unpadded with a relatively stiff sole. Decent for a midfoot/forefoot run too.. Now the Peg has turned into a mad thick cushioned foam box, definitely not the lightweight reactive trainer it used to be.

[@Phantoms4]

What do you find good to run in now?

[@Reggy9]

@@Phantoms4 NB Rebel V2!

[@edster8416]

Pillow feel is a big no for me. That's just good as walking casual shoes more rather than a strong marathon shoe. I need the lasting milage. I mean not just for casual runs from the house to the store. Bet this shoe goes well for running errands.

[@unknwoncommand1985]

i like the 35 its super lightweight and is an all around trainer but more for speedwork

[@SuperAloeFresh]

Mine should arrive early next week

[@TheRunTesters]

Let us know how you get on with them.

[@Shatliff249]

I subscribed due to big tongue have a great day 😂

[@TheRunTesters]

Haha always good to get the big tongue news out there! Thanks, you too!

[@chris_mcc_]

I haven’t run in the Peg since the 35 and sounds like it’s gone in the wrong direction in terms of fit, weight and ride. Reebok, puma, etc all offering great alternatives at around £100 or less.

[@TheRunTesters]

It’s moved more towards an easy shoe I’d say, maybe a bit more mass appeal perhaps, since everyone is making these high stack cushy shoes! I (Nick) still like jt, but the Puma is excellent at a slightly lower price, and I also rate the Brooks Launch at £100

[@kimwarner6050]

Can we get a review of the NB rebel v2?

[@TheRunTesters]

We're on the case Kim.

[@camerontitus5822]

I realize I'm quite randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to watch new series online?

[@RidhaFardian]

I hope they have the 4E wide size like the Peg 37

[@florianschindler3641]

I‘ve seen the option on Nike iD Peg38

[@justinbalko439]

I bought the 37 because I didn’t like the look of the 38 really. I have kind of narrow feet so the 37 fits quite nice actually.

[@TheRunTesters]

Sounds like you're not the only one sticking with the 37

[@vika0194]

Weight on the shoes?

[@TheRunTesters]

Weight (men) 275 g/9.7 oz
Weight (women) 235 g/8.3 oz

[@peter7371]

Is it me or Kieran has a tough time liking a lot of shoes 😆

[@TheCJUN]

What shoes does he like?

[@TheRunTesters]

(Kieran here) Ha ha, it's a fine point Pedro. As I was recording this I had the same thought. Truth is I'm not the biggest fan of a lot of the move to super soft foams that try to make it feel like you're 'running on clouds/marshmallows/pillows'. I'm definitely more into firmer shoes. I didn't dislike the Peg 38 in a strong way. I'd happy plod out casual miles in them chatting to a friend. So then what do I like? I like the UA Velociti Wind, Hoka Rincon, On Cloud X, Nike Peg Turbo, Adidas Boston Boost. I actually quite like the Puma Deviate Nitro for the miles before they cut me. I prefer the NB 1080 V10 to the Peg 38 as well I think. Good for a plod, peppier at pace.

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi Seeyay, see my answer to Pedro.

[@TheCJUN]

@@TheRunTesters Thx :)

[@GotYourWallet]

@@TheRunTesters I actually like that. I'm here to get your personal opinion on the shoe not some general watered down version.

[@jmartinez19944]

dam my pegasus came with small shoe laces haha

[@lukakolakusic30]

Minor upper updates and more weight? No thanks, I'll stick to the 37 as my daily.

[@zairudinzairudin873]

I'm stick with peg 37.

[@TheRunTesters]

You might not be the only one.

[@petemorbius3936]

vs ultraboost?

[@geert574]

Adidas is always higher quality than Nike this is well known fact of life

[@petemorbius3936]

@@geert574 i agree!!!

[@syadef3087]

@@geert574 why adidas is always high quality than nike?

[@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267]

@@geert574 elaborate

[@motorcarclassics2922]

Complains about hot feet but wears socks up to his kneecaps

[@TheRunTesters]

Heat on the feet is not proportional to height of a gent’s socks. 😂

[@seujorge1989]

Nike is more capable than that shoe. Nike's design team has been coming out with ugly shoe designs. I didn't need to see the review to already see that the shoe runs hot. Nike is more capable than this, very disappointed, won't be buying them even if they are on sale. The competitors of Nike have more exciting shoes and options at this moment. I know your team tried so hard to sell this shoe. But I could tell the pain this shoe brought on all of you. Thank you for your efforts and calories just wasted.