Launched in 2024, ROADFLY is the first shoe of an exciting new road running collection that shares the same name.
Designed to help reconnect runners to the road, it’s built with the same anatomical, foot-shaped fit as featured on all our new trail shoes. This gives a natural feel that promotes greater comfort and foot health.
The ROADFLY weighs 265g, has 18mm/12mm of cushioned foam for a comfortable 6mm drop, and no carbon plate. This delivers a lower profile, more flexible ride versus higher stacked, more rigid alternatives.
It will be followed in 2025 by three new additions to the collection, each dialled in for extra speed or cushioning.
But what do the reviewers think? Find out below.
“The ROADFLY is a revelation – not only the best road shoe that INOV8 has ever made, but also one of the best running shoes I’ve tried all year." RUNNER’S WORLD UK
“Nowadays most shoes tend to be so full of ‘tech’ and height that very often the shoe dictates how we run or what workout we can do in it, rather than the runner. The proverbial tail wagging the dog. You won’t find any of this in the ROADFLY. This shoe listens to you and can be truly used for a plethora of applications. I would not change anything about this shoe. INOV8, you have a winner. 9.8/10." ROAD TRAIL RUN
“It features a wildly comfortable anatomical toe-box so your feet have plenty of room to be feet, and a firm, yet at the same time, soft ride. It's a fun running shoe that will work for a lot of runners.” IT’S MATT B
“Those who love the fit and ride of INOV8’s trail line will find a lot to love in this road version. It is incredible value, particularly considering the high durability of the outsole” DOCTORS OF RUNNING
“If you want the connection with the ground that trail shoes give you but want to run on road, the ROADFLY is for you” 220 TRIATHLON
“A throwback to simpler running shoes, with less midsole, no carbon plate and a more direct ride” THE RUN TESTERS
"This is the type of shoe that the running shoe market has desperately needed for many years” SAGASU RUNNING
"Among the best road-to-trail-and-back-to-road-again shoes I’ve tested. And I just can’t believe that price!" WOMEN’S RUNNING
"If you’re a runner looking for a straightforward, responsive shoe that balances flexibility and control on roads or smooth trails, the ROADFLY is worth considering” ACTIVE GEAR REVIEW
“A breath of fresh air in a world of super cushioning and carbon plates. Light, comfy and fun to run in, I recommend!” – RUN ULTRA
"A winning combination of a wonderful roomy fit, just enough road-softening cushion and bucket loads of responsiveness, all at a really competitive price" - MEN'S FITNESS
"If you're fed up with road running shoes getting bouncier and bouncier, and midsoles stacks getting higher and higher, then perhaps these would be an ideal road running shoe for you" RUN 4 ADVENTURE