In the Our Expert’s Opinion column our running experts rate shoe models on a number of decisive elements. This column helps you get a better insight into the different characteristics of specific running shoe models and helps you find your perfect pair. Then how to know what is the difference between various models? To help you out, 21RUN presents the Our Expert’s Opinion column. I wholeheartedly recommend the Rival 6.We offer a wide variety of running shoes. I would love to try the Rival 6 with a Zoom unit in the forefoot. There is just a little more cushion under the foot and it isn’t quite as soft as the Elite. If pressed, I would say Steak 6 for everything, but I probably would pick the Rival 6 over the Streak 6 for the marathon. The toughest part of reviewing this shoe was trying to decide which Nike shoe I liked the best. Being able to pick from these three shoes is about as close as we can get to a custom racing shoe. Since we aren’t pros, nobody is making us custom trainers. Between the Streak 6, the Elite 9, and the Rival 6, Nike has you covered for speed. Thomas: What are my favorite up-tempo running shoes? Currently, Nike. Did I mention the price? You can snag a pair for $80. The Nike Speed Rival 6 plays right into the heartstrings with its simple, sleek upper and lightweight build. The brand exudes speed, as made evident by last weekend’s #breaking2 attempt. Meaghan: I’d hate to call myself a Nike “fan” but it’s really hard to deny it at this point. ![]() One bummer for anybody over a size 12 men’s, no soup for you! Sorry they don’t go any bigger. The shoe would have a much sexier look if the medial side would contour in with the shape of the midsole. So with a narrow foot, I had loose material on the sides that help create the “flounder” effect. The Flymesh lays over the straps and doesn’t conform to the foot. The structure comes from the wide straps that the lacing goes through. Looking down on the Rival 6 it looks like a flounder. Thomas: The shoe looks sleek and sexy from the side. ![]() It wasn’t horrible, but something to note. I have flat feet and I think the constant pounding on the stiff, plastic TPU shank might have caused the irritation. Meaghan: The only issue I had with this shoe was some slight soreness after the half marathon, specifically under the arch of my foot (or lack thereof). The Rival 6 in a size 10.5 weighs 7.8 oz. I love light shoes that can handle long distances. When it was time to pick up the pace the Rival 6 can add the bite to your footstrike and help you power through your kick. Traction in the Rival 6 is ample with studded hexagons of grippy rubber covering the entire outsole of the shoe. I ran a half marathon in them and my feet felt fresh after. I would be confident running a marathon in this shoe. The TPU shank in the midsole adds some snappiness to the feel of the trainer. There is enough cushioning in the forefoot for long distance racing. Unlike the Elite 9, there is not an additional Zoom Air unit in the forefoot. There is a ZOOM Air unit in the heel for some extra cushion. The drop is 10mm but the shoe feels more pitched. This helps to make the shoe feel fast when it comes to turnover. The Rival 6’s platform leans slightly forward. There is no need to half size up from what you normally wear. The Rival 6 fit true to my running shoe size. I had to 1/2 size up on both the Streak 6 and the Elite 9. Nike’s Flymesh uppers work for me, The Rival 6 is no exception. The wide straps that create the lacing system wrap your foot securely and harness you to the Cushlon LT midsole. Thomas: One of the first things I noticed about the Speed Rival 6 was how easy it is to get the fit right. The temps were in the 40’s – 50’s with a pretty constant rain. ![]() The outsole is covered in rubber in a waffle-like pattern that has proven to be super durable and grippy. I wore this shoe for the Frederick Half and they performed really well. There’s definitely enough cushioning for long distances. The midsole is made up of Nike’s Cushlon LT foam, a TPU Shank (a stiff piece of plastic) that gives the shoe extra stability and a Zoom unit (air pockets) in the heel for a nice pop. The Rival 6 feels a little wider than other Nike models, which is great for my wide feet. The tongue and collar are lightly padded for comfort – I didn’t have any hot spots. The thin engineered mesh is breathable and works with midfoot straps to lock your foot in place. The upper is a simple, sleek design with a little more structure than your typical racing flat. Meaghan: Right out of the box, I knew I was going to like this shoe.
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