UltraBoost: Best Foam I've Ever Experienced
5/5
Overall
groovc · Jul 17, 2018
40 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the Nike Epic React
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 5/5
- Appearance
- 4/5
- Value
- 5/5
adidas Ultra Boost ST (Stability)
Daily trainer · Stability · Road · 10.8 oz · 8mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.
How it ranks
The adidas Ultra Boost ST (Stability) ranks among the stronger daily trainers in our data. Durability and cushioning are its strongest sub-ratings. Value scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating is based on 8 runner reviews.
Good
Confidence
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Confidence
72 Moderate
Based on
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What runners say
“Runs a half size big—order half size smaller.”
“Rubber sole has the best grip of any shoe I've run in.”
“The softest, smoothest, most responsive shoe I've ever worn.”
“The most comfortable midsole I've ever experienced.”
“Feels fast and responsive with good flex, despite weight.”
“Feels the same at 5K and 500K—consistency across distances.”
“Soft yet very stable; excellent at absorbing ground forces.”
“Over 500 miles with plenty of tread remaining.”
“Feels the same regardless of temperature.”
“Heavy and a bit clunky; doesn't transition smoothly.”
“Heavy (12.3 oz).”
“Heavy, but comfort more than makes up for it.”
“Knit upper is great for wider feet.”
“Can get a little swampy in warm weather.”
“Very expensive; not great value.”
“Not quite as supportive as other mild support shoes.”
“Much softer than comparable shoes.”
“Heavy and expensive.”
Prefer this shoe over another
58% 7/12
Where to buy
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Prices updated daily. Last checked Oct 23.
Pros
- Reviewers describe a soft, responsive ride that stays consistent on long runs.
- One reviewer has over 500 miles with tread left, and durability averages 4.8 out of 5.
- Many runners find the knit upper roomy and good for wide feet.
Cons
- At 11.7 oz, reviewers call it heavy and clunky through transitions.
- It lists at $180, three reviewers call it expensive, and value is the joint-weakest dimension at 4.3 out of 5.
- Three of eight reviewers with a fit answer say it runs big, one advising a half size down.
Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale
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Specs & fit
Sizing and ride details at a glance.
- Weight
- 10.8 oz
- Men's / women's
- Men's 11.7 oz · Women's 9.8 oz
- Release
- 2017 Q3
- MSRP
- $180
- Drop
- 8mm
Runner reviews
ULTRABOOST ST
5/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Jul 12, 2018
90 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 17
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 5/5
- Appearance
- 4/5
- Value
- 5/5
A different experience
4/5
Overall
Anonymous runner · Feb 7, 2018
50 mpw training for a marathon came from the Saucony Guide 10
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Cushioning
- 5/5
- Durability
- 4/5
- Appearance
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
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Reviewers Also Ran In
- Brooks Adrenaline GTS 17 2 runners
- Saucony Guide 10 2 runners
- Nike Lunar Glide+ 7 1 runner