The latest iteration of Nike’s record-breaking marathon franchise helped ring in the new year, and unsurprisingly, the Alphafly 3 sold out immediately. Those still looking to get their hands on the top-of-the-line runner will be relieved to find out that the sneaker will return in April with a new (and bolder) color scheme.
Following its prototype-inspired launch colorway, the Alphafly 3 will return in the spring in a lively “Volt” variant. Nike‘s signature neon hue takes over the upper and a good portion of the hulking sole unit. A blue gradient forms the shoe’s heel, while the Air Zoom units and their surrounding windows come in orange to continue the bright theme. Swoosh branding, including an oversized mark that spills over from the upper to the midsole, then appears in dark blue. For the small, targeted outsole panels, you’ll find a mix of black and orange.
Nike officially unveiled the highly anticipated Alphafly 3 just after Kelvin Kiptum wore the shoe in October while setting the new world men’s marathon record at the Chicago Marathon. The sneaker maintains the core elements of the Alphafly series, as three Air Zoom units, a carbon fiber Flyplate, and ZoomX foam form the shoe’s advanced midsole. The most notable changes come through the midsole now appearing as a single unit and an all-new Atomknit 3.0 upper, and small refinements have been made to optimize the shoe and make it the lightest yet in the Alphafly series.
The sneaker blog circuit has reported that the Nike Alphafly 3 in “Volt” will release April 4 through Nike’s website. Retail is set at $280, and another rapid sellout should be expected.
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Ian Servantes is a Senior Trending News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.
