Designed for running and perfect for everyday play, this kid-size athletic shoe sits on a grooved Nike Free sole that flexes comfortably with every stride or step. The stretchy upper sock and mesh shell make for easy on and off and ensure a perfect fit in any activity.
Pull-on sock fit with lace-up shell or elastic-lace shell
Nike Free sole with flex grooves in the tread mimics natural foot movement with every stride
Removable insole
Textile and synthetic upper and lining/rubber sole
Rooted in a dedication to innovation and helping people improve their game, Nike asserts that we're all athletes and strives to outfit each of us with the high-performance gear our workouts need. Founded in Oregon by a track athlete and his coach, this now globally renowned brand creates inventive shoes and apparel for athletes at all levels.
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My son loves these shoes! So comfortable and they have a very nice cushion and breathable. He’s 3 years old and has a hard time putting them on though. But overall we would recommend them. It’s also recommended by the American podiatrist organization.
Charlie78
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Oct 14, 2026
Didn't last long
Shoes ripped open on the side two months into wearing them
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May 19, 2026
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Keep in mind big kid size 4 has regular laces and not slip on. Would be nice if it was mentioned in the description
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May 1, 2026
love it!
My son loves these shoes! So comfortable and they have a very nice cushion and breathable. He’s 3 years old and has a hard time putting them on though. But overall we would recommend them. It’s also recommended by the American podiatrist organization.
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Charlie78
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700 VLTICE/BLKSPC
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Oct 22, 2026
No pinched toes!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I originally ordered these for my son but they were too small on him. Turns out they fit me (women’s size 7) perfectly! These sneakers were comfortable immediately out of the box. There was no break in period when wearing these. I got no blisters and had no issues with rubbing/tight spots/irritating seams. The highlight of these sneakers is in the toe area - my toes were not squished at all, and I felt like there was plenty of space for my toes to move when walking. The whole area is very flexible and moves naturally with your foot - no stiffness at all. This kept my feet extremely comfortable. I did a weekend at an amusement park and my son’s school fun run in these sneakers and had zero issues or discomfort. The laces stay tied, and I never had to adjust or tighten them during wear. I love the clean neutral colors - they go with everything. There’s plenty of arch support and my heel felt supported - no slipping out when walking/running. I also liked that these came with a little tag saying the sneakers were accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association. I feel like these are exceptional quality, extremely comfortable and supportive, and look great.
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Miggymarie43
Oct 21, 2026
Cute, lightweight, moderate durability
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My 7 year old daughter LOVES these shoes. She has worn them daily for week and they are her go-to shoe right now. She finds them easy to slip on/off and they make her run extra fast, obviously. They are cute with jeans, skirts, dresses and take her from the park to PE to music class. She has a long, narrow foot and we followed the size chart for a perfect fit. She says they are comfortable and light. Regarding durability, they clean up well but I'm already noticing some snags in the canvas and gashes in the soles - probably hard for any shoe to keep up with a busy 7 year old, but I'm not sure these could survive a whole season.
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Ashley
Oct 20, 2026
Perfect for running, hiking, and more!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect for running, recess, soccer, hiking, and climbing! The Nike Free Ride running shoes fit true to size for the Nike brand. We ordered my child her normal size in Nike and this pair fit as expected. She has been wearing the Nike Free Ride shoes over the last few weeks and has loved feeling like she is running faster with the cushioned support and flexible sole. She has spent her days running, playing soccer, rock climbing, and hiking and these shoes have performed exceptionally well for each activity in both rain and shine. They provide adequate traction for her indoor and outdoor activities and the overall support has been perfect.
The flexible sole and lightweight feel are two things my daughter loves the most about these shoes. She is able to stretch her feet in them for each activity and loves the rebound feeling and cushion in the sole when she is running.
I’d recommend the Nike Free Ride running shoes because they have performed well for both school and indoor/outdoor sporting activities. The overall design, color options, and style are all solid benefits as well.
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Christinaa85
Oct 20, 2026
Great shoes!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are great quality, and very comfortable for my son. He reported that they made running and other activities easier, and he felt better at them while wearing the shoes. He liked the look, feel, comfort, and fit. They also worked well for slipping on and off, since he’s not great at tying shoes. The only issue he had was that they made his feet more wet when walking through wet grass. He felt like the material let more moisture in than other shoes.