As amusing as this tweet is, he does have a point. Nike running kicks do look that little bit sharper.
But for me? Other than the Invicibles, I'm done with them. Just have not been able to work with the midfoot 'pinch'. Their 4E's are too wide and the regular ones are too narrow. Carbon plate...
UK people - AF Ekiden's at 185. (that's around $260)
https://www.keller-sports.co.uk/p/nike-air-zoom-alphafly-next-ekiden-running-shoe-RSCNI0I3000.html
NDC UK users only. Pegasus 38's going for 73 quid ($102) down from 104. Apply discount code 'SUMMER21' at checkout. Alphafly (mango one) down to 181 with same code. Invincibles down to 111.
I'm really, really boring when it comes to colorway preferences but it's always nice to have the waffle lug sole option with NBY. Also worth noting; there's separate color options for the lateral and medial parts of the shoes.
I personally don't think they'll be that good in warmer climes - the upper simply doesn't scream breathability. I have a pair and they definitely run warm.
The strips of fabric being used as the lace loops for the 2021's definitely seem to be less obvious/offensive-looking on the darker colorways. I'll be honest, the Oreo's aren't horrific...