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Supernova

Supernova
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road
Below average (55/100)

Shoe details

Weight
10.9 oz
Release
2017 Q3
MSRP
$130
Drop Height
10mm

Ratings & Reviews

Below average (55/100)

Better than about 4% of shoes

Based on product-line history, external ratings, and runner reviews.
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This score rates worse than 96% of shoes.

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Rating breakdown

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Rankings combine runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, direct comparisons to other shoes, related product-line performance, and trusted external ratings.

The darker band shows the central score range. The lighter band shows a wider range of reasonable outcomes. More reviews for this shoe usually narrow both bands.

Overall

Below average (55/100)

Overall ranking

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

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Below average (55/100)

Rank

Ranks above 4% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Durability

Exceptional (97/100)

Durability ranking

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Exceptional (97/100)

Rank

Ranks above 97% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Cushioning

Excellent (93/100)

Cushioning ranking

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Excellent (93/100)

Rank

Ranks above 91% of shoes

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Value

Above average (86/100)

Value ranking

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

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Above average (86/100)

Rank

Ranks above 81% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Comfort

Good (70/100)

Comfort ranking

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Good (70/100)

Rank

Ranks above 36% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Appearance

Good (66/100)

Appearance ranking

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

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Good (66/100)

Rank

Ranks above 24% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the score range we think is most likely.

32%

10/31

Prefer this shoe over another.

Reviewers said this shoe was better than another shoe they ran in.

All Running Shoes

Worse than 96% of 2,526 running shoes ranked.

Below average (55/100)

Daily Trainers

Worse than 96% of 1,834 daily trainers ranked.

4%

adidas

Worse than 99% of 196 adidas shoes ranked.

1%

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated among the top 25% of shoes on cushioning.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes on durability.

Cons

  • Most reviewers like this shoe less than their last shoe.
  • Rated among the bottom 10% of shoes overall.
  • Rated below average on comfort.

Compared to other shoes

See how this shoe compares to others like it.

adidas Supernova
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Supernova
Supernova 2
Clifton 9
Current shoe
Best durability
Best value
Lightest / Best overall / Best comfort
Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10.9 oz M
11 oz M
8.5 oz M Lightest
Stack
—
—
40/35mm
Drop
1mm
—
5mm
Release
2017 Q3
2023 Q1
2023 Q1
MSRP
$130 Lower MSRP
—
$165
Best price
—
—
$164.99
Ratings
Overall
Bottom tier (4%)
Bottom tier (13%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Below average (36%)
Average (41%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Excellent (91%)
Above average (63%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Excellent (97%) Best durability
Good (79%)
Good (80%)
Appearance
Below average (24%)
Average (48%)
Very good (81%) Best appearance
Value
Very good (81%)
Very good (82%) Best value
Good (74%)
Specific shoe

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Reader Ratings

30 reader ratings

Review a shoe

Showing 1–5 of 26 written reviews

Good Everyday Trainer

ross_kuhn · Feb 2, 2022

5/5

Overall

This shoes has worked out very well for me so far. This shoe fits well if you have a narrow heel and feel like you are slipping in other shoes. Slightly heavier than expected so it is not great for a tempo --> faster paced shoes but works very well for everyday training. Cushioning is good but not enough to make it my go to long run shoe, however is very comfortable up to around 10 miles. All in all very pleased with this shoes and will be buying again.
Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Massive Downgrade from Previous Versions - Cheapened

quicknick · Mar 10, 2021

3/5

Overall

**Latest model** The transition to primarily bounce foam through the forefoot is not welcomed well. When used for daily training, these shoes have caused aches and pains, as well as diminished recovery, compared to other shoes on the market. I have worn multiple pairs of this iteration of Supernova now and can report that they all are disappointing to train in. Please look elsewhere if your budget allows. I'm sure there are better shoes in the same price range as well.
Comfort
2/5
Cushioning
2/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
3/5
Value
4/5

Adidas Supernova

Anonymous runner · Mar 12, 2020

5/5

Overall

Good to excellent cushioning. Uppers fit tight, not wide enough for a “normal” foot. Wears too quickly with Goodyear covering. Boost midsole works well in absorbing the impact of your foot placement. Good distance shoe with decent flexibility.
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

Too bad they decommisioned...

Anonymous runner · Jul 14, 2019

5/5

Overall

I've ran in the Supernova for a number of years as my main training shoe. I love the support it gives on my long runs, but doesn't completely bulk up and loose a tonne of speed. It lasted extremely long compared to a lot of other shoes I've worn. I love, love, love this shoe!
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Jul 3, 2019

5/5

Overall

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5