Nike Lunarglide 9
Overpronation can be a curse for runners. Those who overpronate suffer from the outer edge of their heel hitting the ground first, with your foot rolling inward into the arch, leading to overly flattening your foot with each step. Overpronation can lead to suffering from ankle sprains, shin splints, and heel spurs. It’s often recommended that runners who suffer from overpronation obtain a running shoe designed to combat and correct overpronation through cushioning and a construction that provides stability.
The Nike Lunarglide 9 is a lightweight trainer that aims to provide a combination of stability and cushioning to combat overpronation. For runners with mid to high arches and are seeking a smooth ride, the Lunarglide 9 features great cushioning, a secure upper, and a flexible and shallow toe box. The newly engineered mesh upper and Lunarlon foam midsole delivers a responsive transition through the gait cycle while keeping the foot secure and comfortable in the foot chamber.
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However, the Lunarglide 9 is not just for those who overpronate. It’s also a neutral shoe that runners with regular pronation, and even those who tend to supinate, will find just as comfortable. This lightweight, supportive, and well-cushioned trainer is made for any type of distance, long or short, is versatile and offers excellent comfort and breathability. The updated Lunarlon foam midsole delivers a smooth ride and articulated laser cuts on its outsole dampen impact. Perhaps the strongest aspect of the Lunarglide 9 is that it’s a stability shoe that doesn’t carry a hefty price tag. Nike has created another winner in the Lunarglide 9, producing a lightweight, breathable, well-cushioned stability shoe that won’t break the bank and aims to help correct the problem of overpronation. Enjoy a great run in a stability shoe that has style and a great design with the Nike Lunarglide 9.
Plush inner sleeve
Very light for a stability shoe
The Lunarglide 9 can be used for both short and long rides
Excellent breathability to keep the foot cool and dry
Competitively priced for a stability shoe
- Some runners have found the fit somewhat tight
- Lack of responsiveness has been noted in some reviews
- Some have complained the outsole catches too many rocks
- I like the feel for my feet in these, they are light, give a sense of robust protection, I have near flat feet so these are nice, all in all these are comfortable for local runs. Double up nicely as a casual shoe.
- Sizing was good, the shoe is roomy in the toebox, I always look for solid ankle support and these are good, cushion is thick underfoot and works well for medium running.
- Sold on the style, I like a solid looking shoe, while wearing these my feet feel secure, supported and lots of cushioning which though a bit hard it is ok.
- Like the reinforcing in the heels, nice stability, the toebox allows room for flexing, ankle support is spot on, one negative, these feel a bit warm and could do with better ventilation. These are better than the previous model.
- Support for my flat feet feels balanced, I regularly do short runs and very much appreciate these, the cushioining is hard but comfy and it’s probably not designed for long distances.
- Fit was as needed and the shoe gives a good hug on the foot/heel, the shoes does give me stability though cushion could be softer but it’s not a problem. Wear these casually they look great with jeans, nice for short regular jogging.
- More stability than the shoe version which I had before, these feel solid, stable and durable, I like the sensation of the thick underfoot sole/cushion though impact could be softer.
- With my feet I must use these because they give comfort and stability, the cushion is exact for me, I heard these are not so durable but I don’t mind because the shoe performs for my specific needs.
- I do some running, usually about twice a week, just easy short distances and these are very good, I have not had any problems or disappointments with these so far, I also wear these for very casual, it’s a good shoe I am more than impressed.
- I got these as all my reliable day shoes because I have difficult flat feet, I can’t comment about running, but for around 7 hours a day at work these are great, supportive. Comfy and they look good.
- For local regular runs and factoring in the price these were a good deal for me, the cushion and sole are thick and I can feel good support, my ankles are problematical and these are the right shoes for this.
- For me these are a step backwards on the shoe before these, they are too narrow, I use orthotics and can’t in these, the shoe is really hard and has a slap down impact on surfaces. This version looks cheap.
- The shoe is slappy while running, touchdown is not comfortable, it fells like I’m barefoot and running on concrete, this version also feels more narrow and the shoe picks up small stones which is very frustrating.
- The sole looks impressive but it’s very hard, not comfortable and lacks the level of response which I am used to, I appreciate Nike but these get a thumbs down from me.
- The decal is not durable and has started to peel within in a month, I can live with that as an unlucky defect but the sole is much to hard and gives an uncomfortable ride.
- Don’t like the breathability in these, it’s not good enough, feet get sweaty and hot, running in these feels like wearing divers flippers and the arch support is really questionable.
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Breathability
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Terrain
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Flexibility
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Key Features
- Newly engineered mesh upper for excellent breathability
- Nike Support System midsole for comfort and stability
- Subtle and fashionable without being too flashy
- Great traction with laser-cut grooves on the outsole
- A stability shoe that neutral runners will find comfortable
- Comfortable and snug fit after lace-up
Bottom Line
Comfortable on all runs, short and long, the Lunarglide 9 is a lightweight stability shoe that provides a soft, comfortable ride. Its upper’s new engineered mesh, a jacquard material, is durable and breathable, which is lightweight and keeps the foot cool and dry throughout a ride. The Flywire cords that are encased in a sock-like liner in the upper aids in midfoot hold and support and a stiff heel counter is integrated with the overall design that also looks sleek and aids in heel security.
Overpronators, rejoice! The Nike Lunarglide 9 is here to help your sufferings. If you’re a runner that finds their heel hitting the ground and your foot rolling inward during a run and subsequently suffer from ankle sprains, heel spurs, and shin splints, the Lunarglide 9 is a stylish, affordable, and comfortable stability shoe that doesn’t look like one. Mild to moderate overpronators will find the Lunarglide 9 a great comfort to what ails them, while neutral runners looking for a little more support and stability will also enjoy what this shoe has to offer. A lightweight trainer that offers stability and cushioning for runners with mid- to high arches that overpronate and are in the market for a smooth ride during their run will find the Nike Lunarglide 9 a smooth, comfortable, and affordable solution to their problems.