Nike and the legendary marathon runner present the new AlphaFly 3. A marvel of technology and design

Eliud Kipchoge, marathon legend and the first man to break the two-hour barrier, returns with a new project bearing his name. In collaboration with Nike, he created the AlphaFly 3 sneakers, his most advanced running shoes. They embody the philosophy that "no human is limited."

Nike presents the next chapter of its collaboration with Eliud Kipchoge, one of the greatest runners in history. This time, the duo opted for a well-known sneaker designed for those who want to push their limits – the AlphaFly 3. The difference from standard models? The color scheme and the marathon runner's mantra.

Nike x Eliud Kipchoge - Nike Alphafly 3 - No Human Is Limited / press materials

Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge is a name that needs no introduction. He's a two-time Olympic champion , marathon world record holder, and the first person to run the 42.195 km distance in under two hours – he clocked 1:59:40 in Vienna in 2019. The Kenyan ran at an average speed of 21.18 km/h.

Although the result was not recognized as an official record due to the specific conditions of the race, the event went down in history as proof that boundaries are meant to be crossed.

As his sporting career wanes, Kipchoge increasingly speaks of his role as a mentor and ambassador. His mission is to inspire others, and the motto "no human is limited " is the foundation of his work and his partnership with Nike .

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Nike has been investing in the development of running technologies for years, and the collaboration with Kipchoge is a key element of this strategy. It was in Nike sneakers that the athlete broke records – from the Vaporfly , through the first AlphaFly, to the latest versions with a carbon plate, Zoom Air cushions, and the runner's name on the upper.

The AlphaFly 3, in addition to bearing the athlete's name, is truly designed to support runners' performance. The long-standing collaboration between Nike and Kipchoge wasn't limited to shoe development, but encompassed hours of testing , biomechanical research , and continuous refinement. Many argue that it was Nike's innovations, co-created with Kipchoge , that led to the "carbon revolution" in long-distance running .

Nike x Eliud Kipchoge - Nike Alphafly 3 - No Human Is Limited / press materials

Kipchoge's special edition AlphaFly 3 differs from the standard models primarily in its aesthetics. Designers opted for a vibrant, eye-catching color scheme. The model features hand-drawn Swoosh designs and, of course, the mantra "no human is limited."

Technologically, it remains one of Nike's most advanced running models. The upper is made of lightweight AtomKnit material, a carbon plate in the sole , and two Zoom Air units in the forefoot are designed to increase dynamics, energy return, and running efficiency.

The Eliud Kipchoge x Nike AlphaFly 3 is scheduled to debut during the Fall/Winter 2025 season for $295. It will be a limited edition, so you might want to hurry.