The 6 Best Nike Shoes for Walking in Comfort (And Style)

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Around six years ago, when all-white Air Force 1s were the shoe to have, inspiring a slew of chunky white sneakers in their wake, I wore mine down to the ground. Not to run or to workout, but just to walk around in. They were comfortable, cushiony, and no matter how many miles I walked, they never made my feet hurt. Imagine my surprise and delight when I found out that these Nikes weren't even designed for walking, and that Nike had an entirely distinct range of sneakers to make your stride easier and comfier than ever.

You know (and love) Nike for its athletic gear, from running shoes to workout shirts, and now, you'll come to love the brand for its walking shoes, too. The picks below are best-selling styles crafted specifically to keep you comfortable throughout your walk; they're lightweight, cushiony, and—true to Nike design—stylish, too. There's a shoe here for all walks of life (pun intended), for slow walkers and fast ones, for those who need a breezy, lightweight style to swerve around the people causing them sidewalk rage, and for the sidewalk rage-inducers themselves.

Motiva

Walk wherever, whenever with the Motiva sneakers. These are one of Nike's only styles designed specifically for walking, and are decked out with features to give you a smooth, comfortable stride, including a patterned outsole, exaggerated rocker, and enhanced traction.

InfinityRN 4

Let these accompany you on your next walk, and don't be surprised if you feel comfortable and supported enough to break out into a run, too. Designed to be lightweight and cushiony on the road, these are sleek and snug, with a puddle-proof, water-resistant membrane.

Pegasus 40

So light, it feels like you're walking on a cloud—and as anyone who enjoys taking long walks knows, that makes all the difference. The Pegasus 40 features springy, responsive cushioning alongside Zoom Air units and React foam that return your energy right to ya.

P-6000

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.

Air Monarch IV

You won't be comfortable enough to walk at all if your shoe is too narrow—and for those with wide feet, the Air Monarch IV is here to cure your woes. This shoe is lightweight but has plenty of traction, and features an Air-Sole unit throughout its length that provides cushioning with every step.

Flex Experience Run 11

You've probably seen the Flex Experience Run 11 on other people while you're out and about, and those people already have a head-start on one of Nike's best walking shoes. With a sleek, clean design, these are supportive enough to run in, too, and have flex grooves and less foam in the outsoles to make for a stable, balanced stride.

What To Consider

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. Also, 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.

Why You Can Trust Esquire

We’re not going to say something is great unless it’s actually great. Every product in Esquire’s round-ups is carefully curated by our fashion and e-commerce teams.

When it comes to the most comfortable Nike walking shoes, you can rest assured that we’re hand-selecting styles that we’ve personally researched, tested, tried, and loved. We’ve had to go through a lot of trial and error, and these shoes are the ones that are simply the best.

Every pick on this list (and our other lists!) comes from years of wearing different things, seeing what we love and what we don’t, and going from there. No two tastes are the same, and no two men are the same. Your proverbial mileage may vary. But if you’re looking for the right place to start, with advice from folks who and care (possibly too much!) about this sort of stuff, this is the place to be.

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