Nike ZoomX Dragonfly XC Spikes
The Nike ZoomX Dragonfly XC Spikes bring elite-level performance, made famous on the track by the original Dragonfly, to the grass and gravel in a package designed for cross country athletes seeking the ultimate competitive edge.
Best Use
Surface
All Women's Road Shoes
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Daily TrainersDaily Trainers
The baseline definition of a running shoe. Daily Trainers lean on time-proven designs, technologies and features for dependable cushioning, support and comfort. They're a staple in every runner's closet, and if you are new to running shoes, then you should start your journey here.
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Performance TrainersPerformance Trainers
Performance Trainers provide a springy feel and make longer runs easier and faster runs faster. While quicker than Daily Trainers, Performance Trainers are not nearly as fast as Super Shoes. Due to a focus on keeping things light weight, Performance Trainers are less durable than Daily Trainers. These can also be a good option for one's first race shoe.
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Super ShoesSuper Shoes
Super Shoes are the fastest running shoes you can buy. They are designed to race your absolute best and represent the pinnacle of running shoe technology and innovation. They have the highest energy return foams and plates for new levels of performance. Low durability, but maximum speed is the name of the game here.
Men's Running Shoes by Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Cushioning Level
Cushioning level, or stack height, refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of cushioning below the forefoot as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
Learn more about stack heights and how we measure them.-
Barefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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Minimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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Low
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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Medium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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Maximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Stability Level
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Neutral
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have a built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stable
Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.
Product Details:
Joining the ZoomX party this cross country season is the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly XC, an elite-level cross country spike that's engineered to unlock your true potential on meet day. It features many of the same technologies as the highly accomplished track Dragonfly. So, the Dragonfly XC is primed to deliver the same explosive underfoot experience in a more durable package that's best suited to handle the elements out on course.
Starting in the midsole, the Dragonfly XC is equipped with full-length ZoomX cushioning for excellent protection and responsiveness. Its Pebax plate offers a wider base for stabilization along with a snappy toe-off that gets your legs turning over quickly and efficiently.
Outsole pieces protect the midsole and offer all the traction you need to traverse even the wet and muddy courses you may encounter. The 6-pin design of the original Dragonfly is retained, now with a secondary set of removable pyramid-shaped pins to keep you nimble in sloppy conditions. A minimal upper wraps this spike up, keeping weight to a minimum while also being mindful of the elements. Its internal midfoot wrap gives you the confidence to take tight turns and stay agile as you separate yourself from the pack.
At the end of the day, the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly XC delivers a high powered ride from start to finish, making it perfect for premium performance throughout your next cross country season.
Model Number: DX7992-701
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
Weight: | 6.2 oz 176 g |
Spike Pins: | 6 |
Spike Wrench: | Included |
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
The weight is based on a Men's size 9 for Men's and Unisex shoes or Women's size 8 for Women's shoes. The weight listed is for a single shoe, including the laces.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width.
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Fit (width) options are Narrow - Snug - Average - Roomy - Wide.
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Sizing (length) options are Short - True - Long. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Cushioning Level
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BarefootBarefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- ZoomX superfoam has long been the industry leader in lightweight and responsive cushioning.
- Pebax plate extends the full length of the shoe and delivers a stable and snappy ride.
OUTSOLE
- Heel piece provides added traction to help take on challenges encountered on course.
- 6-pin spike plate in the forefoot houses removable pins and protects the midsole.
- Includes 2 complete sets of 6 replaceable pins per shoe (24 total pins in the box) in standard needle shape, plus the deeper and broader mud pyramid shape.
UPPER
- VaporWeave in the midfoot assists with drainage and remains lightweight even when soaked, so you can keep focused on the path ahead.
- Engineered mesh in the forefoot helps contain your toes while keeping a minimal profile, while protective overlays add supportive structure.