What is your favorite Boston edition?

Hey Lars, nice video as always! But you forgot to mention Prime X in AdiZero 101 family lineup. 😅

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Lord… that is so true! Thanks for making me aware of that!! At least I can update my article on runningxpert.com 😅 the video is sadly out there now.

I have run in every iteration of the Boston since its inception. When Boost came out it was a game changer! When the 10 and 11 came out I could never get used to the firmness and clunkiness of the midsole. I eventually switched to the Adios Pro 2 and 3 for all my speed/tempo sessions and the LS Pro delivered the cushioning I needed. Im excited to maybe have my Bostons back now that LS 2.0 is supposedly softer. Thanks for the review.

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Andreas! It is a different shoe for sure. Have a great weekend! Lars

Still use my Boston 7 and 9. RIP :)

Hello! First of all, thank you for your sincere Boston 12 review! I'd like to ask you if the Boston 12 model is suitable for overweight novice runners who watch out for their knees.

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey, What is most important when it comes to protecting your knees is the amount of running you do, and not what shoe you have. In general, people who are used to running in firmer shoes can have knee pains if they run in softer shoes, and vise versa. The deciding factor is the load you put on your body, and what your body is used to. So, yes, the Boston 12 would be a great shoe if you want to have fun running, just be sure to ease into the shoe and not overdo it and you should be fine. A thing that has a bigger impact on what load you put where, is the length of your steps. If you run with a higher cadence with shorter steps, you land less on your heels, and will move the load off your knees and towards the ankle and calf. The total load is still the same, so you should still not overdo it, as you would then just get achilles pains instead of knee pains. I hope this helps. Lars

What's the sizing like? Many people found the Boston 11 to be a half too long.

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey Enoch. I haven’t had any issues with sizing in either models. I am used to a bit more space around the toes, and I’m the only one at the office that has tried one so far, so I can’t get you a definite answer there sadly. Lars

My Boston 11 was in the same size I always go with Adidas Adizero shoes : 8.5 US . Worked and fit sicely ,no problem with my normal small size feet. The Only shoes from Adidas that I could have gone half size up , was the Ultraboost Light. Super snug upper, much more then any Adizero or the older Ultraboost 22. So the Ultraboost Light could work well half size up. And I can't wait to try the Boston 12 ... now Nike will have the raise the bar with its boring ZoomFly or launch a new Tempo Next% ...

Thanks for the review! How do you see them against the Saucony Speed 3?

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey Ben! Speed is still my go-to, as it still feels more bouncy and soft. And I feel more comfortable at slower paces in the speed. The Boston is a lot more stable though, so it depends on what you like and need. Lars

@ardkf

Жыл бұрын

@@RunningXpert how about for a beginner who wants to level up to HM from 10K, which one is more suitable?

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

@@ardkf Hey. Sorry for the late answer. If you like a more stable shoe, then go for the Boston 12, but if you want a more bouncy and soft experience, go for the Endorphin Speed 3. If you are a beginner or not, it really doesn't matter much. What matters is that you start slowly and gradually increase the load on your body. That way you will stay injury free and happy while running. Lars

Boston 12 is definitely the best version!! Currently bought 2 pairs because I cannot nail the size! 39 1/3 feels too tight and better length and 40 too roomy and long 😢 I loved the ride kinda wish sth in between sizes 😅 what would you recommend in that case? Happy new year!!

@RunningXpert

7 ай бұрын

Yeah, that is the problem with an upper like this. They either fit or they don't. If you want a fun and similar shoe I would maybe suggest the Hoka Mach X. It might be a bit softer underneath though, and the upper is VERY comfortable and better at adapting to the foot. Lars

+2000km in my Boston boost years ago and +1200km in the Boston 10 and still brand new, but the 11 was a mistake...the upper did not last enough, just like the Adios 7 it would crack in less than 300km, hope this new upper solve that.

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the durability comment. That is one of the things we don’t have the chance to try out, because there are always another shoe that needs testing.

@Enoch-Root

Жыл бұрын

2000km+... Do you weigh 10kg? I'm 70kg and am near 700km in my Boston 11s, there's a small patch in the midfoot where the tread has just about worn down to the foam, but otherwise the continental rubber is incredibly durable. I haven't had issues with the upper as far as durability. But the sizing seemed to be off, should have gone half size down.

@rodrigogorosito4206

Жыл бұрын

@@Enoch-Root 59 kg and forefoot runner...those Boston boost last me maybe 3 years or so, but the Upper was too damage so i change them for the 10s. i also have the adiós 3 boost (the old ones) with more than 600km and still pretty new, so i was very dissapointed when mi adiós 7 fucked up so quick...

What do you think it would be the slowest comfortable pace to run on the Boston 12?

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey James. I would probably use the Boston 12 on paces from 5:00 (8:00 minutes per mile) and up to intervals. Slower than that and I would like something with more comfort underneath my feet. As a reference, my marathon pace is at 4:30 (7:15). Lars

Adios 8 or Boston 12 for 5 to 10 km runs at around 5 min/km pace?

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried both of them, but I imagine that the Adios is lighter and maybe faster, but if you want the help of some midsole stiffness and you want some more cushion, you should choose the Boston.

How do you know ita fully carbon rods? Heard carbon infused glass....

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey Ken from Philly, that is my bad. It had rods filled with glasfiber, and not carbon. My mistake was that I had heard an adidas rep say it was the exact same as in the adios pro 3. But he just meant the same shape. Lars

@Skreamies

Жыл бұрын

@@RunningXpert I mean the 'ENERGYRODS limit energy loss' are supposed to be carbon fibre so if this is the case it's bad marketing/description on Adidas' part

My foot 25,5cm x 9,8cm. What size i choose? Thanks!

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

According to our size guide: www.runningxpert.com/en/men/runningshoes/wide-running-shoes.html You should have a Men's US7 or a Women's US8.5. This does not take your foot width into account or if you like some extra space for your toes. Usually, women's shoes are more narrow than men's shoes. Lars

How did you get that colorway?

@RunningXpert

9 ай бұрын

Hey :D This was the launch colorway earlier this year. If you have the lucky US 12 size you can still find it on runningxpert.com. www.runningxpert.com/en/adidas-men-s-adizero-boston-12-if8173.html

Novablast 3 or Boston 12? ;)

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

The Novablast is the more agile option, if you ask me, but the boston 12 is a bit stiffer and more stable for longer fast runs. Two great choices. Lars

You really liked the Boston 11? I didn't see a single review that said it was a great shoe. The reviews for the 12 are much better.

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

The Boston 12 is definitely a much better shoe in my opinion. I did like Boston 11, as I said, for the fast runs, and the fit was also okey once you got your feet into the shoe, but it never got into my rotation, which very few shoes really do. The Boston 12 will not either, even though it is a great shoe. This is just personal preference and I have too many shoes. I did some faster runs in Boston 11, especially faster intervals worked really well, because it felt fluid and natural to run fast in them. But it did also feel very clunky once you went at morerate or slower paces. The most interesting thing is that, we as a online store, sold crazy amounts of both Boston 10 and 11, so there are people out there that really enjoy both shoes, despite their reputation among reviewers. Lars

I used to love bostons until v.10 came out. V10 and 11 are total disaster. Too firm to run long. Too heavy to run fast. Bad upper, poor heel lock. I hope the new version doesn't feel like a brick any more, although i highly doubt it

@RunningXpert

Жыл бұрын

Hey Nikos, It ssems, the Boston will never be the same again. I think you will get a lot closer to the old Boston with the new Adios than the Boston 12. But it for sure is a lot better than it has been. It's just a new shoe, and the Lightstrike 2.0 is an absolute game-changer for adidas. They can now compete more on regular daily training foam than they have done previously. Lars

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