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adidas Ultraboost 5X
Men's Shoes - Dark Blue/White/Silver
3.8
The adidas Ultraboost 5X is an everyday running shoe with a responsive midsole and comfortable performance upper.
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All AroundAll Around
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
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Neutral
Stable
CushioningCushioning Learn More
Barefoot
Minimal
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Product Details:
The adidas Ultraboost 5X combines performance and style to deliver a premium experience for runners of all levels and distances. The well-cushioned midsole features an increased stack height and a new LightBoost V2 foam, providing a soft and lively sensation with every step. Meanwhile, the updated torsion system ensures seamless transitions from landing to toe-off.
The Ultraboost 5X enhances its midfoot lockdown with a revamped Mono Primeknit upper with an external heel counter and eyestay for a superior fit. The 5X model is fine-tuned for running with a lightweight cageless upper construction that more easily adapts to the runner's foot during movement.
Completing the shoe is a durable Continental outsole for long-lasting performance. Overall, the adidas Ultraboost 5X offers a reliable and well-cushioned underfoot experience, perfect for any daily training session.
What You'll Love:
- More stack underfoot
- Updated torsion system for smooth transitions
- Mono Primeknit upper improves fit
Model Number: JI3385
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Shoe Specs
| Weight: | 9.6 oz 272 g |
| Heel Stack: | 38 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 28 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 10 mm |
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| Heel Width: | Narrow |
| Midfoot Fit: | Roomy |
| Toe Box Fit: | Wide |
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- LightBoost V2 is a soft and springy cushioning compound.
- Torsion System adds midfoot rigidity and support.
OUTSOLE
- Continental Outsole is a lightweight and high-performing compound that offers excellent grip.
UPPER
- Mono Primeknit high-performance upper with adaptability, breathability, and support.
Customer Reviews
Feels greatI really love them, they didn’t give me any problems
Delamination / Poor UpperFirst of all, I have never bought an Ultraboost for running. I wear these for casual wear and hospital work. They do fine for that but I’m reviewing this for the sake of running, given the context of this review.
I DID attempt a few runs in these and the midsole is actually pretty good. Boost is always durable so I’d never worry about this shoe bottoming out or causing hot spots.
The main gripe is the outsole, which started to delaminate on both heels about 5 months after wearing the shoes 3-5 days a week. I shoe goo’d them and they are still holding up, several months later. It is just a shame because the Conti grip is really good on this shoe.
Regarding the prime knit upper; I think I’d prefer the version of this shoe with the cage. I’m a big fan of the OG Ultraboost and it just felt so much more supportive and comfortable than this shoe in the upper (likely due to the cage on its upper). This prime knit is incredibly thin and lace bite is definitely an issue if you have to tighten laces, since there is a very little padding under them. I always wear thicker socks with this shoe to circumvent that issue.
I always seem to be between sizes with the Ultraboost line, but I think I prefer my usual size 10 just like other shoes, so I recommend going TTS in these to be safe.
I bought these on discount which I think could be worth it at that price, but I cannot recommend this shoe at full price, nor can I recommend it for running. It’s a vibrant and semi-comfortable casual shoe though and I get lots of compliments on them (I got the black with gold/pink/black midsole).
I think I’d prefer the Adidas Ultraboost 5 (not the 5X) which is not sold here. So if you like the original Ultraboost and want something similar, maybe look into that one. Hope this was helpful.
Super wooowThey are incredible when running they feel super soft and you look like I was running through the clouds I give them a 10 out of 10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Primeknit downfall1st of many in-depth reviews for Running Warehouse!
Adidas has always done a fantastic job on making visually appealing products and the Ultraboost are no exception. However, looks don’t pay the bills, otherwise everyone would be fast!
From first wear, I thought the shoes felt smooth and responsive. They felt great for walking (breaking them in), the upper mesh wasn’t suffocating, just right for Primeknit (Flyknit, same difference), heel cup pretty snug but I prefer stiffer to lock in my ankle. From a walking perspective 5/5, because what runner doesn’t use their retired running shoes to walk in (carbon-plated shoes are exempt), this usually determines whether I like the shoes or not.
In this case, for running, I had mixed feelings about the Ultraboost and unfortunately most result in cons for my shoe preference. As someone who loves running on soft surfaces, the primeknit material struggled to keep my foot secure on uneven surfaces when taking moderate to sharp turns, faster paces, and just in general any uneven surfaces (grass, gravel, etc). Solution… Tie shoelaces tighter, unfortunately, that creates more problems and suffocates the foot. The primeknit material does not provide enough padding underneath the shoelaces resulting in feeling the laces with each step. Lastly, the heel cup does not provide enough stiffness to help prevent the ankle from slipping and rolling an ankle. Best I can describe it is when you have slides on and you turn or pivot too quickly and now you got a shoe sideways or completely upside down.
However, I do believe that they are great for easy runs ON even surfaces (pavement, concrete).
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
