As the name implies, the adizero rocket is super fast. This racing flat has a super-low profile to allow your speed to come out. With full forefoot adiprene, the Rocket will deliver protection up to the marathon for the elite runner. An ideal 5k, 10K road racer for serious runners. Do some XC racing, if the terrain is not too rugged.

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Weight: 7.0 oz (size 9)

Midsole Height: Heel (16mm), Forefoot (10mm)

Sizing is based on the men's scale. Women should subtract 1 and a half sizes from their women's shoe size. Example Women's 8.5 equals size 7.0 for this shoe

How It Fits (based on width D) Width D=Medium

Sizing: Standard running shoe length
Heel: Narrow-to-average width
Midfoot: Medium to low volume
Forefoot: Medium to narrow width
Toe-Box height: Low
Arch structure: Medium-low

Product Lifecycle

Release date: July 2010 (new color), model release date July 2009
Color discontinued: December 2010
Color update: January 2011
Model discontinued: Unknown

INTRODUCTION

The adiZero Rocket is a minimum feature, minimum shoe designed for racing. It is built with a curved shape.

CUSHIONING

adiPRENE+ is utilized in the forefoot and is a resilient EVA based foam intended to provide cushion under the metatarsal region.

MIDSOLE

CMEVA is compression molded EVA which is an industry standard midsole material designed to offer durable cushioning.
Torsion System runs along the bottom of the midfoot and is a wishbone shaped thermoplastic unit that is gender engineered to allow the forefoot and rearfoot to move independently for increased stability.

UPPER

Open Mesh is used throughout the upper and provides breathability.
Asymmetrical Lacing Design better follows the shape of the foot for an improved fit experience.
Adidas Logo overlays are strategically placed to wrap the upper around the foot.
respoEVA Sockliner is molded for anatomical fit and is intended to provide additional step in comfort.
Slip Last involves wrapping and stitching the upper in a bootie-like shape before it is glued to the midsole to increase flexibility and decrease weight.

OUTSOLE

AdiWear is utilized throughout the outsole and is a durable carbon rubber.

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