The 7 Best Walking Shoes Nike Has Ever Made

• Great for running or walking
• Breathable

• Very athletic

Nike really hit with the Pegasus line, and the latest 41 drop is no different. They are comfy right out of the box, lightweight, and airy up top. They're the kind of shoes you can put on and forget about your feet completely. And as anyone who enjoys taking long walks knows, that makes all the difference. The Pegasus 41 has springy, responsive cushioning alongside Zoom Air units and React foam that bounce your energy right back to ya.

• GORE-TEX
• Soft knit upper
• Great color options

• Run small/narrow

What did we say about Nike slapping with the Pegasus line? This is the trail version, which has a similar shape and feel to the runner, but it's designed specifically for outdoor use. The outsole is lugged and grippy, the toe protected, and the entire shoe waterproof. They are just an excellent sneaker for walking on said trail or anywhere else you gotta go.

• Inclusive size range
• Secure-feeling elastic midfoot band

• Widened toe box too wide for some

Winflos are one of Nike's running styles that are just as good (if not even better) for walking. The shoe is built for outdoor movement with a waffle outsole, mesh upper, and an elastic midfoot band that is giving Bombas's honeycomb midfoot hug. These are especially good for wide-footed folks: this version has a wider forefoot and toebox, and they also come in plenty of wide sizing.

• Cheap
• Cool '90s aesthetic

• A bit cheaper construction than other Nikes

You won't be comfortable enough to walk at all if your shoe is too narrow—and for those with wide feet, the Nike Initiator is here to cure your woes. This shoe is lightweight but has plenty of room and traction. The look is giving a welcome '90s runner, and the price is giving why not throw these in the cart?

• Good for wet ground
• Abrasion-resistant materials

• We wish they were waterproof, too

Let these join you on your next outdoor walk, and don't be surprised if you feel good enough to say, hell with it, I'm running up this trail. Couldn't be me, but maybe it's you. And these are the shoes to do it in. They are lightweight and cushiony, sleek and snug with a full-length foam midsole and all-terrain grip. We wouldn't wear them in a full downpour, necessarily, but they stay stable even on post-rain wet ground.

• Toggle & Zip-Up closure
• Weather-proof

• One of Nike's pricier shoes
• Heel height high for some

First of all, these shoes could not be cooler if they tried. The DN Roam style is getting made up and over, and we're here for just about every version of them. But these are particularly great: we've got great cushioning; iconic Dynamic Air units; and a storm tread outsole for wet terrain grip. The standout, of course, is the water-repellent zip-up shroud that hides toggle laces. 12/10.

• Super comfy
• Doesn't look too athletic

• Not as many support bells and whistles

There's a reason the P-6000 is so popular: This shoe combines tech-y early 2000s style with modern design features, from a breathable, lightweight mesh upper to a cushiony foam midsole. It is exactly the shoe that is built to be a lifestyle sneaker that is plenty comfortable for all-day walking, too

When it comes to choosing the perfect Nike walking shoe for you, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Your preference for comfort is one: some like it super cushiony, some don't. Take into consideration how other shoes tend to fit—these widths vary, and you don't want to reach for the wrong one, lest you get stuck walking around in too-narrow shoes.

We're also thinking about where exactly we'd be wearing these shoes and in what conditions. A waterproof walking shoe is a great investment for anyone who wants a rain boot alternative or wants a do-it-all travel shoe. Others have better grip for rocky roads, others for smoother pavement.