{"id":10337,"date":"2024-09-28T18:21:19","date_gmt":"2024-09-28T18:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miffa.cloud\/?p=10337"},"modified":"2026-06-14T09:02:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T09:02:21","slug":"zara-athleticz-running-shoes-2024-my-experience-with-these-low-cost-shoes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/2024\/09\/28\/zara-athleticz-running-shoes-2024-my-experience-with-these-low-cost-shoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Zara Athleticz running shoes 2024: My Experience with These &#8220;Low-Cost&#8221; Shoes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Zara Athleticz running shoes 2024: My Experience with These &#8220;Low-Cost&#8221; Shoes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_official_shoe_result1-1024x566.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10343\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hello everyone! <strong>Mr. Gutang have challenged me to try out the Zara Athleticz<\/strong>, the latest version of Zara\u2019s running shoe model, and share my experience with you all. As a sneaker enthusiast with a huge collection, I was intrigued by the offer. Can you really run decently in a pair of shoes <strong>that cost \u20ac39.90?<\/strong> Let\u2019s find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the latest version of the Zara AthleticZ running model, not the trail model. They aren\u2019t available in all <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zara.com\/es\/es\/zapatilla-para-correr-p12330320.html?v1=366181954&amp;v2=2436592\">Zara stores but can be bought online for \u20ac<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zara.com\/es\/es\/zapatilla-para-correr-p12330320.html?v1=366181954&amp;v2=2436592\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">39.90<\/a><\/strong>, a price that, at first glance, seems quite attractive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Zara Athleticz running shoes 2024: My Run Test of  These \u201cLow-Cost\u201d Shoes\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uyS6uwe5syw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We tried to convince the old fart to make the video in English but he was not really in the mood .<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_01_result2.webp 2016w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">300 grams in size 12 US (46 EUR)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/zara_athleticZ_2024_shoe_review_02_result1.webp 2016w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparing it with another trainer, Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m going to compare these shoes, with which<strong> I\u2019ve already run about 60 km<\/strong>, to another recent pair I purchased: the Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature. These are shoes designed for fast training, successors to the Pegasus Turbo, made with recycled materials, and with an official price of \u20ac159. I found the Pegasus for \u20ac55 at an outlet, which will help us compare if it\u2019s worth waiting for big sales<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nike_pegasus_next_nature_result4.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>First Impressions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I pulled them out of the box, I was<strong> pleasantly surprised by the aesthetics.<\/strong> They reminded me of a mix between the Salomon Pulsar &nbsp;(the midsole and the little holes) Trail and some Hoka models (flashy colors), with a pretty attractive orange \/lima \/ yellow color. The shoe has a generous profile, following the current trend of maximalist soles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail.webp 800w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-140x140.webp 140w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/61aef3f923_Pulsar-Trail-350x350.webp 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Those holes&#8230;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Upper: A Pleasant Surprise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there\u2019s one thing I liked about these shoes, it\u2019s the upper. It\u2019s made of a single layer, or perhaps double, I can\u2019t really tell, mimicking a bootie-like fit similar to some Nike models \/ or old New Balance RC Elite models. The material is comfortable, elastic, and breathable, although I understand that some runners might find it a bit stiff in certain areas. The reinforcements, inherited from the trail version, are quite robust for a road shoe. The heel tab, though it adds a &#8220;premium&#8221; touch, seems a bit unnecessary to me. The collar padding is comfortable, and the overall finish is better than some much more expensive shoes. The EVA insole with Zara\u2019s stitched logo is a nice touch. In short, an upper that scores a 10 considering the price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Midsole: Adequate without Being Flashy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zara has named the midsole &#8220;Sponge Foam 2,&#8221; which sounds a bit ridiculous to me as the meaning is the same and the word is a generic one. The foam is compact and feels somewhat rough. The cushioning is decent, but don\u2019t expect much responsiveness; your legs will do most of the work here. One thing I did appreciate is the stability the shoe provides. Despite lacking any anti-torsion system, the geometry of the midsole and the foam&#8217;s firmness result in a very stable stride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Sole: The Weak Point (Probably)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sole, while not bad, is probably the part that convinced me the least about the Zara Athleticz. The tread is shallow and doesn\u2019t inspire much confidence on wet surfaces. The shoe has a wide base, especially in the heel and midfoot, which adds to its stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Comparison with the Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For reference, I compared the Zara Athleticz with my Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature, a pair of training shoes I bought on sale for \u20ac55. There\u2019s no doubt that the Nikes offer a smoother, more comfortable ride with better cushioning and responsiveness. However, the price difference makes me question whether it\u2019s really worth it. Using a Stryd device, I found that the impact on my joints is between 5% and 8% greater with the Zara Athleticz. Probably important if you made a lot of kilometers but my pace with both of them was about 4:30 minutes a km, not really easy recovery pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion: Perfect for Running without Spending Much<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, the Zara Athleticz are honest shoes offering unbeatable value for money. They are a very valid option for runners looking to rack up miles without spending a fortune. They may not be the best in terms of performance or technology, but the materials and construction are comparable to, and even superior to, entry-level shoes from brands like Adidas, Nike, or Hoka. Given the current price of running shoes, I think the Zara Athleticz are an interesting addition to any runner\u2019s rotation, especially for daily runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shoe_review_adidas_Adizero_result3-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shoe_review_adidas_Adizero_result3-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shoe_review_adidas_Adizero_result3-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shoe_review_adidas_Adizero_result3-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shoe_review_adidas_Adizero_result3.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I am telling you running is not cheap and shoes wear out fast. These two retail at 160 \u20ac and 250 \u20ac &#8211; I just took the picture for fun. The left one is a Boston 12 with about 1200 kms and the right one Adios Pro 3 with almost 300 (including two marathons).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shoes like these are, in my opinion, honest. You might or might not like their style. Aesthetically, they\u2019re on par with shoes from well-known brands, although they\u2019re not exactly my personal taste, as I would say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are other colors that are more interesting. I went with this one because it was the only option in my size. That\u2019s one of the issues you face when ordering online\u2014sometimes it arrives and you\u2019re unsure if it\u2019s the right size, and you might have to return it. It makes the whole buying process a bit tedious.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zara Athleticz running shoes 2024: My Experience with These &#8220;Low-Cost&#8221; Shoes Hello everyone! Mr. Gutang have challenged me to try out the Zara Athleticz, the latest version of Zara\u2019s running&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10341,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,15,17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10337","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-design","category-fashion","category-running"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10337","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10337"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10337\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10615,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10337\/revisions\/10615"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10341"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10337"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10337"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mrgutang.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10337"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}