Adidas has a wide lineup of running shoes. The brand has developed several lines with different characteristics and purposes. In the everyday urban running segment, the three main series are: Supernova, Adistar, and Ultraboost. Each series focuses on a different level of cushioning, stability, and dynamics. There are also models focused on speed. The iconic Adizero line plays a key role here. The line includes racing and training shoes for runners of various skill levels, from ambitious amateurs to professional athletes.
Traditionally, running shoes for hard surfaces can be divided into:
- training shoes – designed for everyday running, making them comfortable and durable during regular training sessions,
- racing shoes – designed for fast training and competitions, offering lightness and dynamics, ideal for intense running and achieving the best results.
Training running shoes
Training shoes are designed mainly for slow and easy running on streets, sidewalks and paved roads. They are ideal as everyday running shoes, and if necessary, they will also perform well in street competitions or faster training sessions. If you are looking for a versatile pair of running shoes, one of these models will be just right for you.
| NEUTRAL ADISTAR LINE | NEUTRAL SHOES | STABILITY SHOES | |
|---|---|---|---|
| maximum cushioning |  Hyperboost Edge | ||
| very high cushioning |  Adistar BYD  Adistar 4 |  Ultraboost 5X  Supernova Rise 3 |  Supernova Solution 3 |
| high cushioning |  Supernova Prima 2  Supernova Stride 2 |
adidas Hyperboost Edge
The adidas Hyperboost Edge is the brand’s newest model featuring maximum cushioning. This shoe breaks the mold and redefines the standard for maximum cushioning within the adidas brand. Built on the all-new Hyperboost Pro foam, the Hyperboosts are designed for daily workouts and long runs. They are the perfect choice for those seeking soft yet dynamic cushioning. The Hyperboost also works well for heavier runners weighing up to about 100 kg. The Lighttraxion outsole is also worth noting—it’s seemingly thin and flat. In practice, it is exceptionally grippy.
- Stack height: 45/39mm
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 258g
- Regular price: 200 EUR
adidas Ultraboost 5X
The latest version of the Ultraboost 5X features significant changes. The most notable change is the increased amount of Boost Light foam, which makes the new Ultraboosts softer than ever. Additionally, the shoe has one of the most distinctive uppers, designed like a flexible sock that conforms perfectly to the shape of the foot. Consequently, the shoe may not be suitable for people with wide feet, but it is a good fit for standard and narrow feet.
- Stack height: 39/29mm
- Drop: 10mm
- Weight: 275g men’s, 237g women’s
- Regular price: 180 EUR
adidas Adistar BYD
For those seeking exceptional comfort, support, and dynamic performance, adidas has created the Adistar BYD model, whose name stands for “beyond.” This model features a Distance Drive carbon fiber plate that enables exceptional energy return while running. The plate is surrounded by two foams, REPETITOR 2.0 and advanced Lightstrike Pro, which provide a high level of cushioning and softness, making the plate very comfortable. Additionally, the shoe has a grippy Continental rubber outsole that ensures sure footing on various surfaces. The Adistar BYD is an excellent choice for runners looking for versatile footwear that combines ample cushioning, impressive dynamics, and solid stability—ideal for daily training.
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 285g men’s, 250g women’s
- Regular price: 190 EUR
adidas Adistar 4
The Adistar 4 is another addition to the adidas running shoe lineup. It is distinguished by its modern design and advanced technology, though it does not feature a carbon fiber plate. This model features the second generation of REPETITOR foam, known as REPETITOR 2.0. The shoe provides ample cushioning and stiffness for stability, and the subtly contoured midsole facilitates a smooth transition from heel to toe. These features make the Adistar 4 an excellent choice for runners seeking exceptional comfort and stability in their daily training.
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 320g men’s, 270g women’s
- Regular price: 140 EUR
adidas Supernova Rise 3
The latest version of the universal training model is the adidas Supernova Rise 3. This shoe is clearly larger than the previous version. It is bulkier and even more comfortable. It is ideal for easy, everyday training. It is based on a large, stable platform made of soft Dreamstrike+ foam. There is more cushioning, making it softer underfoot. Changes have also been made to the upper. There is more space and padding inside. The foot has better support and greater comfort during longer runs. The Supernova Rise 3 is an interesting option for runners looking for a versatile training shoe.
- Stack height: 37/29mm
- Drop: 8mm
- Weight: 272g men’s, 230g women’s
- Regular price: 150 EUR
adidas Supernova Prima 2
This is the second of the brand’s neutral training models. It’s a shoe with almost the same purpose as the adidas Supernova Rise model. It is built on a large Dreamstrike+ foam base, which provides cushioning and a bit of bounce. Support rods, i.e., hardened foam rods, improve the shoe’s dynamic and efficient rolling. A smooth but grippy outsole and a classic, comfortable upper top it off.
- Stack height: 39/31mm
- Drop: 8mm
- Weight: 292g men’s, 240g women’s
- Regular price: 170 EUR
adidas Supernova Solution 3
This model is similar to the Supernova Rise. The difference lies in its purpose. This version was designed for runners who need more stability, especially those who tend to overpronate. It is especially ideal for those who tend to overpronate, or roll their feet inward. The shoe’s base remains the soft, comfortable Dreamstrike+ foam. This provides good cushioning and a smooth roll. At the same time, the midsole’s construction and geometry stabilizes foot movement in the lateral plane. It is best for runners weighing up to about 80–90 kilograms who want support without stiffness.
- Stack height: 37/29mm
- Drop: 10mm
- Weight: 295g men’s, 237g women’s
- Regular price: 150 EUR
adidas Supernova Stride 2
The third model in the Supernova series, it has slightly lower cushioning than the other two. It offers sufficient cushioning for runners weighing up to about 80 kilograms who are not looking for a very high degree of softness. It’s a good choice for people who don’t know which adidas running shoes are best for them. The Supernova Stride is a shoe that will suit those looking for their first serious pair of running shoes without breaking the bank.
- Drop: 10mm
- Weight: 268g men’s, 213g women’s
- Regular price: 110 EUR
Shoes for competition
Racing shoes are shoes designed for competition (not for starting your running adventure) and for fast training sessions. These shoes are designed with speed in mind – they are lightweight, responsive and dynamic.
| RACING | SPEED TRAINING | |
|---|---|---|
| maximum dynamics |  Adios Pro Evo 2  Adios Pro 4 |  Prime X 3 |
| very high dynamics |  Takumi Sen 10 |  Boston 13 |
| high dynamics |  Adios 9 |  Evo SL |
adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2
Pro Evo 2 is the flagship running shoe from the Adizero line, representing the pinnacle of adidas’ racing footwear. Designed for long-distance races such as marathons and half marathons, it features an ultra-lightweight construction and advanced technology. Its midsole, based on Lightstrike Evo foam, makes it extremely responsive, making it the perfect choice for experienced runners looking to reach maximum speeds. The Adios Pro Evo offers exceptional dynamics and optimal efficiency to help you set new records. However, this lightness and responsiveness comes at the price of a short lifespan of around 200 kilometers.
- Stack height: 39/33mm
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 138g
- Regular price: 500 EUR
adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
The crème de la crème of adidas racing shoes. The fastest adidas running shoe for advanced runners, primarily for marathon distances. The midsole is a four-centimeter blend of very soft and springy Lightstrike PRO foam with carbon Energy Rods, giving these shoes a dynamic feel and a truly explosive rebound. All this in a very lightweight form weighing only 200 grams. A shoe for the fastest marathon runners and those who aspire to be one. The slower you run, the less you will feel the dynamics of this shoe.
- Stack height: 39/33mm
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 200g
- Regular price: 250 EUR
adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10
The third musketeer alongside Prime X and Adios Pro. The lowest one, with the least amount of Lightstrike PRO foam. The least soft, which makes it slightly less springy and cushioned. Nevertheless, it is still incredibly dynamic and designed for shorter distances than the Adios Pro. It is ideal for street runs of five and ten kilometers. It is also a shoe for advanced and the fastest runners. The slower you run, the less the shoe will give you, and there is no point in wearing it for jogging at 5’00/km.
- Drop: 6mm
- Weight: 200g
- Regular price: 200 EUR
adidas Adizero Adios 9
Something for those who like classics, because it is a direct continuation of the good old (non-carbon) Adios. Not too soft, which makes it primarily a shoe for shorter runs – 5 and 10 kilometers. The midsole features more resilient Lightstrike PRO foam in the forefoot for added softness and dynamics when the foot strikes the ground. Add to that a lightweight upper and a Continental rubber outsole, and you have nothing that could surprise a runner looking for a non-carbon, lightweight racing shoe.
- Stack height: 27/20mm
- Drop: 7mm
- Weight: 176g men’s, 142g women’s
- Regular price: 140 EUR
adidas Adizero Prime X 3
Prime X is a shoe that, by design, exceeds the standards set by World Athletics. This means that results achieved in it are invalid under current regulations and are not recognized. Technically, however, it is a marvel. With Lightstrike PRO foam. With Energy Rods that add dynamics. With an innovative Strung upper that resembles a cocoon. A shoe whose solutions will benefit the fastest runners. In theory, it is a great training shoe for fast training and tempo runs for those who run in Adios Pro 3 shoes on a daily basis.
- Stack height: 50/43mm
- Drop: 7mm
- Weight: 285g
- Regular price: 300 EUR
adidas Adizero Boston 13
This is the most versatile speed training model in the adidas lineup. Its midsole combines soft Lightstrike PRO foam with slightly stiffer Lightstrike foam. This provides decent cushioning – not overly soft, but sufficient for everyday running and for lighter, faster runners (e.g., running 10 km in around 40 minutes). The midsole also has fiberglass rods that improve roll and add dynamics to the shoe. It strikes a good balance between comfort during training and support during fast competition running.
- Stack height: 37/30mm
- Drop: 6.5mm
- Weight: 260g men’s, 219g women’s
- Regular price: 160 EUR
adidas Adizero Evo SL
This is the most basic model in the adidas “Fast” line. It’s perfect as a first running shoe or a lightweight training shoe at a good price. It is built entirely on Lightstrike PRO foam and lacks additional carbon or glass fiber reinforcements. This makes it very soft but sacrifices dynamics. Despite its sporty pedigree, it works well as an everyday running shoe.
- Stack height: 36/26mm
- Drop: 10mm
- Weight: 224g men’s, 188g women’s
- Regular price: 150 EUR
