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Chasing PRs will feel easy in the women's adidas Ultraboost 5X road-running shoes. Their Light BOOST cushioning offers optimal energy return over the miles, so you feel fresh from start to finish.




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View all adidas Women's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 10 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 31 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Forged PRIMEKNIT |
| Lining | Mesh |
| Midsole | Light BOOST V2 |
| Outsole | Continental rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 0.7 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
| 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
| U.S. Men's | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 |
| EU | 36 | 36.7 | 37.3 | 38 | 38.7 | 39.3 | 40 | 40.7 | 41.3 | 42 | 42.7 | 43.3 | 44 | 44.7 | 45.3 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9 | 9.2 | 9.4 | 9.5 | 9.7 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.5 | 10.7 | 10.9 | 11 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My favorite Ultraboosts yet, and I have 13 pairs…all the way from the OG’s, to the 21s, 22s, and Lights. Very cushioned and responsive. I have loved them so far for my short and longer runs. The upper hugs my foot in a more secure, but comfortable way. Definitely will be purchasing more.
Make it more durable. The shoe was falling apart in less than a month of wear.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For the price the shoes felt cheap and not very comfortable. I returned
I have been running in various iterations of the Ultraboost for many years. Honestly, the past couple of years, it took a bit to get used to the thicker-looking sole and surround. However, I think this is where a lot of performance runners are going. It's nice that Adidas keeps looking at light weight x cushion. I am a daily runner (2-3m) and run both on sidewalks and on my treadmill, depending on weather and my work schedule. I bought these in all-black for now, as some of the women's colorways don't work for me. That's just a minor preference and nothing related to the feel of the run in these shoes. :)
The Ultraboost 5X running shoes are a game-changer for both performance and style. The energy-returning Boost midsole provides unmatched comfort and responsiveness, making every run feel effortless. The Primeknit upper adapts perfectly to your foot, ensuring a secure yet flexible fit. Whether you’re hitting the pavement or running errands, the sleek design transitions seamlessly from workout to casual wear. A must-have for anyone looking for top-tier running shoes
These are the most lightweight comfortable running shoes I’ve owned! I’m in love with them. They make me excited to go running because I get to put them on! I’ve been trying different brands and kinds of running shoes over my 3 year running journey. I’m unsure why haven’t looked at Adidas sooner! Though I’ve only had them for about two weeks , I’m compelled to share my love for them. I’ll update if anything changes !
I love the Ultra Boost and wear them almost daily for workouts. I was really excited to receive this order, but unfortunately these look much more baby blue than silver or gray. Adidas — please consider making more neutral color options for women, especially true grays. Neutral tones look great with leggings, are easy to style, and pair well with everything. For some reason, women’s shoes are often released in pinks, purples, and other overly feminine colors, while men consistently get the best neutral options. Many of us want the same clean, versatile colors — just like the guys get. Thank you.
I was looking for a shoe without a rigid back due to a heel/achilles injury. This was recommended to me but is extremely hard to do any jumping or fast running in. I am a competitive sprinter and hurdler and have never ran in trainers that feel like they are falling off my feet before. No matter how tight I lace them they are too slippery. I take them off and change into spikes earlier than my teammates to do simple warm up sprints and hurdle drills that I have ALWAYS done in trainers. Extremely wide shoes and can’t size down length wise. Probably great for a distance runner with wide feet!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use these for treadmill running/walking, and they are superb! Very comfy and have a great bounce. I absolutely love them. They run true to size. I normally wear insoles since I overpronate, but since the shoes are made with a thin upper mesh, insoles don’t really fit nicely into the shoe. This is not an issue, but something that should be mentioned.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have a narrow foot, smaller ankles. I really like the upper on this- knit combo with a stretchy snug fit surprisingly easy to slip on and off. No heel slippage or rubbing. The laces never stay tied, so I have to double knot which is slightly annoying. A firmer max cush for everyday wear or shorter runs. Not a recovery cush like nimbus. Not bouncy like a NB rebel, but still has some energy return and is great for casual runs or walking/standing for travel. Absolutely love the style and colorway. Curious to see what direction they take the UB as a runner (more forefoot spring perhaps?).