Adidas was founded in 1948 in Germany by Adi Dassler (hence the company name). AdiZero and Supernova are the main running shoe lines - the first being all about lightweigth and performance, the latter about comfort for long distance training.
“The Adidas Ultraboost Light is a firm-riding, cushioned trainer which has smooth transitions and very good stability. It’s better suited to moderately-paced runs rather than easy runs due to its...” Read expert review
“The adidas Adizero Adios 7 meets its design intent as a light, fast, snappy training shoe for speedwork, but the extra length feels obvious and uncomfortable in steady runs. ” Read expert review
“The adidas Adizero SL brings the quality build, comfortable fit, and light ride of other Adizero models to this highly cushioned mid to long distance shoe. This model packs a big bang for its buck...” Read expert review
“The Adidas Adizero Prime X Strung is a highly-cushioned super shoe best suited to speed workouts and long runs. It has an aggressive rocker and an extremely stiff forefoot due to carbon EnergyRods and...” Read expert review
“The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 is a long-distance specialist. Its highly cushioned midsole and its efficient, energy saving ride make it perfect for marathons and beyond. ” Read expert review
“The Adidas Terrex Agravic Flow 2 is a firm workhorse with ample traction. It excels on pretty much any terrain you step foot on. Besides some issues with the lacing unit, this is a great offering from...” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
“The Solar Glide 5 is a daily trainer that is highly cushioned but a stiffer shoe with a smooth traditional ride for daily mileage training. It’s a nice versatile choice for the runner that also...” Read expert review
“The Adidas Ultraboost 22 is a max-cushioned, heavy-duty trainer for easy and recovery runs. It has a stable ride and is one of the most comfortable running shoes on the market albeit very expensive. ” Read expert review
“The adidas Adistar is a maximalist daily trainer built for slow, easy runs. It has a firm ride with stable heel landings and a medium drop. ” Read expert review