Up-Tempo Talks - We Compare the New Nike Alpha Fly Shoe to Previous Models

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Up-Tempo Talks - We Compare the New Nike Alpha Fly Shoe to Previous Models

FromRun to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

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Apr 2, 2020

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In this week's up-tempo talks, Coaches Ruairi and Dylan talk about the specs of the new Nike Alpha Fly shoe and how it differs from the previous models. Listen now!

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Apr 2, 2020

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Up-Tempo Talks - We Compare the New Nike Alpha Fly Shoe to Previous Models

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