Nike Zegama 2 Sizing Guide: Does It Run Small or True to Size?

Fit Notes

Hoka Speedgoat 5 / 6

The Speedgoat features a notoriously tapered toe box and narrow midfoot wrap. In comparison, the Zegama 2 provides a wider horizontal forefoot platform but a shallower vertical toe box height. If you typically size up in the narrow Speedgoat purely to gain extra width, you can return to your true length and stay true to size (TTS) in the Zegama 2 because its horizontal base is naturally wider. However, you must expect a lower vertical volume over the toes, and narrow-footed runners should be aware of potential heel play due to the Zegama's wider heel cup base.

Nike Pegasus Trail 5

The Pegasus Trail 5 is built with a highly flexible, accommodating upper. By contrast, the Zegama 2 is built on a stiffer, straighter last designed to lock the foot firmly in place. Because the Zegama 2 features a much lower vertical toe box height and a more restrictive instep than the Pegasus, sizing up a half size is recommended to compensate for the significant loss of overall interior volume.

Salomon Genesis

Salomon shoes traditionally deliver a narrow fit with an exceptionally secure midfoot and heel lock. The Zegama 2 offers a wider, straighter horizontal forefoot platform but counterbalances this with a significantly tighter, lower-volume wrap across the instep. Staying true to size is recommended for a high-performance fit, but runners should anticipate a flatter, more compressed sensation over the top of the foot compared to the Salomon.

Nike Zegama 1 (Original)

The original Zegama 1 utilized a curved, banana-shaped last that provided generous vertical toe clearance. Despite marketing expectations, the Zegama 2 is structurally snugger and lower in volume than its predecessor. Runners who found the original Zegama 1 snug or form-fitting in the forefoot or midfoot must size up a half size in the Zegama 2 to avoid downward toe compression and friction blisters against the rigid perimeter.