Nike Alphafly 3 "Volt Ekiden Pack"

Here's the short version: The Nike Running Ekiden 2026 ‘Volt’ collection features four performance models in a bright neon look. Inspired by the Japanese Ekiden relay race, the collection will be released on 12 December 2025 (season start in spring 2026) and will start at £180.

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The new Nike Ekiden 2026 collection includes the Vomero Plus, Vaporfly 4, Alphafly 3 and Rival Fly 4 models – all in an energetic ‘Volt’ colourway with black contrasts, white accents and dynamic colour gradients. The shoes look a bit like the Air Zoom Katana, a true cult model from 2001. The ‘blade-like’ overlays and high-speed aesthetics have been carried over here.

Special details such as red Japanese characters on the tongue (on the Vaporfly, Alphafly & Vomero) and graphic elements reminiscent of the Katana design underline the connection to the Japanese relay tradition. Runners pass a fabric band (‘tasuki’) between them over long distances.

The collection will be released on 12 December 2025, just in time for the new running season, and will be available for approximately £180 per pair.

It will be available at Nike.com and selected performance retailers. If you're looking for innovative running silhouettes with cultural depth, be sure to check out this drop.