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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 ShoesBest Use | Running |
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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 | |
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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.
Will definitely purchase again in other colors. Recommended to family, friends, and coworkers
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Comfortable, supportive. The PRIMEKNIT UPPER makes it easier to get on and off. Not a great color as it looks like I washed it with a pink shirt that ran.
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. :)
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] They are great, and they are not the first ones. Colour is a little bit different from the description. No grey unfortunately. Perfect for summer. Very light running 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
Huge Ultraboost fan. I own 15+ pairs, mainly 5.0 or 1.0 DNA. I've only worn through one pair so far which logged over 800 walking miles, so I stick with these for a reason: 1) comfort and 2) longevity. I LOVE the heel stack which gives my 5'2" height even more of a boost than my other UBs. Comfortable wearing for 10-12+ hours with no problem. Feels like I'm walking on clouds. I had close to 800 walking miles o my Finding that those ran a little tight (I'm typically a women's 8.5), I sized up with these. The 9 fit perfect. The 8.5 might have actually too but being a runner and dealing with swelling, rather go up 1/2 a size for extra comfort. I'm definitely adding more to my collection soon.
[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?).