Grading the Adidas Hyperboost Edge
The Hyperboost Edge is Adidas' new max stack daily trainer. Below we are breaking down the midsole, upper, outsole, design, and step-in comfort of the Hyperboost Edge to help you decide whether you should add it to your running shoe rotation.
Adidas swung big with the Hyperboost Edge and the result is one of the most exciting super trainers we’ve tested this year. The expanded PEBA Hyperboost midsole is the clear star, delivering huge bounce, soft protection, and a super energetic ride that makes stacking miles feel effortless. The outsole also deserves credit for being thin and incredibly grippy without muting the midsole’s pop, while the step-in comfort is strong thanks to all that foam underfoot. The main drawback is a stiff upper that feels more like it belongs on a basketball shoe, and the design might be one of the more polarizing looks we’ve seen from Adidas.
Midsole—A+
Adidas knocked it out of the park with Hyperboost Pro, this new expanded PEBA midsole compound, delivering a ride that combines the best qualities of the Nike Vomero Plus and ASICS Megablast.
Upper—B
While not bad, the stiff upper feels like it belongs on a basketball shoe. It also has a very rigid heel counter that has reportedly caused Achilles rubbing for some runners. It definitely has a more performance-oriented upper that is less comfort focused.
Outsole—A+
The LIGHTTRAXION outsole is part of what makes the Hyperboost Edge such a unique shoe. It is a very thin, yet highly grippy outsole that provides excellent traction without dampening the bounce of the midsole.
Adidas Hyperboost Edge
Step-in Comfort—A-
The initial impression of the Hyperboost Edge is comfortable and supportive due to the midsole, but the upper detracts slightly from the overall step-in feel.
Design—F
We commend Adidas for trying something different, but this just isn’t it visually. It looks more like a futuristic basketball shoe than a performance running shoe.
Check Out Yowana's full first-run review of the Adidas Hyperboost Edge on the Supwell YouTube channel here:
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