Name: Nike Waffle Trainer 2
Brand: Nike
Price: 68 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 83 (5 reviews)

Verdict from 5 user reviews

8 reasons to buy

Comfortable: Nike Waffle Trainer 2 users find this sneaker’s underfoot cushioning comfy.
Easy access: Slipping in and out of this shoe is hassle-free, according to satisfied wearers.
Lightweight: Urbanists appreciate the lightness of this shoe.
Vintage: Its throwback style is one of the reasons why sneaker enthusiasts admire it.
Wide-foot friendly: As described by broad-footed wearers, its build doesn’t constrict their movement.
Chic deubré: Pleased Waffle Trainer 2 users say that the plasticky lace accessory makes this shoe even more charming.
Summer-ready: It’s breathable enough that sneaker lovers enjoy wearing this under warm weather.
Affordable: Budget-conscious buyers are recommending this shoe as it’s a good value for money.

2 reasons not to buy

Chunky: It’s a bit beefier on feet than expected.
Dirt trap: Its hairy suede details easily attract dirt than the leather hits on the Nike Challenger OG.

Bottom line

Nike adds more flavor to the long-time favorite Waffle by giving it a tastier look. Nike Waffle Trainer 2 is whipped up with the same kind of softness as the original recipe without the added weight. It's meant to warm hearts and not soles as it has tiny air holes that don't keep the feet toasty. The best part? It's one of the waffle-soled options at a relatively low price.

Table of contents Best Prices CoreScore Verdict Comparison Nike Waffle Trainer 2: A fresh spin to the old sole Geeking out about its details Toe to toe with other Waffle sneakers Facts / Specs Popularity Video reviews

Overview

Nike Waffle Trainer 2: A fresh spin to the old sole

When it comes to retro running shoes, Nike has oodles under its wings to share. Nike Waffle Trainer 2 is one of its heritage-inspired silhouettes that takes us back to the ‘70s. Suppose you love adding certified classic running shoe styles into your sneaker collection. In that case, you might find this comeback Waffle with an unmistakably exposed foam on the tongue a fitting add-on.

It’s one of the minimalist sneakers done in nylon and suede that’s offered in a broad color palette. You’ll find this among the sea of neutral black, white, flashy orange, earthy brown, and even glittery gold sneakers.

Geeking out about its details

Some variations come with an extra pair of laces which can be worn together or separately
It has a Swoosh deubré for added charm
Its rubber outsole shows the 2 US patents for the Waffle design: 3793750 (1974) and 4098011 (1978). The earlier one describes the waffle nubs from toe to heel, while the latter numbers are for the heel pattern.

Toe to toe with other Waffle sneakers

Daybreak has a bit of bulk to its form with the added arch support and more padding around the collar.
Challenger OG bears a chiseled sole and slim profile. It's almost identical to the Waffle Trainer 2 except that the Challenger has a wider mesh arrangement at the forefoot, thinner tongue, and leather hits on the forefoot and heel.

Facts / Specs

Style:	Retro, Sporty
Top:	Low
Inspired from:	Running
Collection:	Nike Waffle
Closure:	Laces
Material:	Nylon, EVA, Rubber Sole, Mesh / Fabric
Season:	Summer

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If Sneakerology exists, Judith’s close to earning her Ph.D. She owns not stacks of kicks, but hundreds of published sneaker content online, headlining grails, greats, GRs from over 30 global brands. She’s a natural creative wordsmith, a hype monster at times, who writes and edits lifestyle articles professionally for over two decades now. If you're lost in a sea of popular or undervalued sneaks fishing for that best catch, she’ll gladly help out between sips of coffee or lemony mojito.

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