California Track & Running News Sept–Oct 2013, Volume 39 NUMBER 3 | Page 13

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The adiStar Boost is the first of adidas’ mainline shoes to benefit from the introduction of its new Boost midsole material, in a
hybridized way: The key components in the adiStar line—the familiar adiPrene foam and ForMotion cassette—are used but are
augmented with a full-length layer of Boost foam. If you tried the Spring ’13 version of the Energy Boost, you’ll find this ride is
firmer due, in part, to the EVA framework surrounding the Boost foam underfoot and the ForMotion cassette on the
lateral heel. The upper is a stretchy, closed mesh with a gusseted tongue, and an evenly textured interior wicks moisture where
it comes in contact with the foot. No-sew overlays lend support along the eyestay, the logo stripes shore up the saddle, and the
heel and toe have a brawnier thermoplastic for support and protection. The outersole is somewhat skeletal: The minimal
rubber improves flexibility, reduces weight, and with careful positioning of the rubber, doesn’t sacrifice durability. The
conforming fit, resilient ride, and imaginative blend of technologies earned the adiStar Boost our award for Best New Shoe.

BEST
NEW SHOE
FALL 2013

“The foam was amazing—like springs on my feet. Great cushioning. Felt stable and balanced, and the fit with its stretchy upper never gave
me a second thought about the shoes, except how great they felt!”
New • Sizes: Men 6.5–15; Women 7–11 • Weight: Men 12.6 oz. (size 11); Women 10.1 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semicurved •
Construction: Strobel slip-lasted • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation

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Always a solid performer, Round 6 leaves the best
attributes untouched, while tweaking the details that
add up to a successful product. The upper is closed
mesh with no-sew overlays over the toes and toe cap.
Gauzy mesh backs the saddle, which extends back into
a thermoplastic heel counter. The tongue is a smooth,
gusseted design, with fabric extending completely
around the arch and back to where it meets the heel,
beneath the ankle. The ankle collar features GeoFit
memory foam and textured, moisture-wicking
polyester. The midsole is the familiar adiPrene+ with a
ForMotion cassette to smooth the gait and a supportive
ProModerator+ to add stability to the medial side. The
outersole is the familiar Continental® rubber (dependable traction and effective durability). In sum, the
Supernova Sequence 6 is stable and well cushioned
with a great fit. It remains a proven performer.
”Fit well. Good comfort on long runs. Cushioned as well
as stable.”
Updates the Supernova Sequence 5 • Sizes: Men
6.5–15,16,17,18,19,20; Women 5–14 • Weight: Men 12.6
oz. (size 11); Women 10.1 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semicurved
• Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board •
Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to
moderate overpronation

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The 870 makes another major jump in weight reduction
and improved running efficiency. The design and
technology of the aesthetics and materials have been
improved. The upper features traditional overlays in
the eyestay, heel, and toe, giving the shoe structure.
The rest of the overlays are welded, no-sew laminates
that e