Adidas Adizero XT

The Adidas Adizero XT is a trail flat racing shoe and is designed to fit the runners’ type of foot. When it comes to the right shoes for trails and tracks of rocks and muds, this is the perfect pair of shoes to choose, especially because it is made by the Adidas and it has the underfoot protection made for trails.

With all the designs and features included in the construction of the Adizero XT, every runner would have the highest confidence to run the race without worrying about the protection and comfort they need, especially because this shoe has all the innovation when it comes to shoe technology.

Arch support and pronation control

The Adidas Adizero XT is made for the neutral arch support. Lightweight, neutral runners would benefit a lot from this type of shoes because it has enough amount of cushion and support that the runner’s foot needs. It is important to consider the arch shape of your foot to know what your foot needs when choosing a shoe. And because this shoe supports runners with neutral arch shape, as what most runners have, you might also feel the stability being provided by the shoes.

The Adizero XT is designed to support runners with under pronation control, or better known as supination. The amount of support and cushion present in the Adizero XT will make the foot of an under pronated runner to run comfortably and perform better in the race. The right choice of shoes will help the pronation issues, which is why it is important to know what type of foot you have as a runner.

Terrain

The Adidas Adizero XT has the outsole made of durable and flexible materials, which are actually engineered to provide better grip on all types of terrain, like trail, mountain, and off trail, including wet and slippery ground. The Continental rubber on the outsole can protect the foot from sharp rocks and hard stones on the trail. And since this is the type of shoes for trail racing, many runners loved to run the mountains or track the snow using this shoe.

Use

The light weight of the Adidas Adizero XT, and the cushioning and support it provides the foot, this shoe is used for routines and normal training at the rate of 2 out of 10. Those who have tried and tested this type of shoes know that it is a perfect shoe not just for the everyday trail runs, but also for long distance running on any ground.

Durability

The Adidas Adizero XT has the exclusive adiWEAR technology engineered and intended to provide wear and tear durability, especially for regular use. Since runners are expected to use the shoes on trail races wherein the ground is rocky and stony, the Adizero XT has the rubber outsole for durability and protection. The shoes are built with durable materials carefully stitched and glued together for a better fit and style as well.

Outsole

Adidas has its own technology for the outer sole, and that is the adiWEAR that is made to provide not just the high-wear durability of the sole of the shoes, but also for the protection of the foot from rocks and sharp stones. And since it is combined with the innovation of the Continental rubber, the outer sole of the Adizero XT has the best when it comes to technical construction. The presence of these technologies in the outer sole of the shoes, it only makes the shoes an ideal foot gear for all types of terrain.

Midsole

The Adizero XT has a mid-sole that is made from the durable materials of molded EVA for the soft cushion sock liner and the high technology of the TORSION system, which is the major factor for the responsive mid-foot support. The cushioning system of the mid-sole part of the shoe depends largely on the adiPRENE firm foam that fully covers the forefoot to the heel. Such support and resilient cushioning benefit the foot and provides a responsive and bounce that urges the foot to run more in a fast-paced mode.

Upper

For the upper of the Adidas Adizero XT, it has the welded overlays on the breathable upper synthetic mesh. The synthetic material is made from a lightweight material and is capable of draining wetness on its own, which means that the sweat will not stay long in the foot and in the shoes. And it case the weather turned bad during the race, and the rain poured down, the synthetic material will not absorb the wetness, but drain it immediately, thus keeps the lightweight of the shoes. There is also the EVA tongue on the upper of the shoes for maximum comfort.

The Adizero XT is a trail running shoe with a weight, that is not that light ideal for a minimalist shoe, and comfortability that runners would love to wear. Despite its lightweight, it also offers the cushioning, stability, and performance essential for a running shoe. And since it is a trail running shoe, which means it is best to use for trail tracks and any type of terrains, runners who use this shoe will not worry about the wet and slippery terrain. The rubber outer sole that covers the entire sole provides protection against the rough and rocky road, making it the best shoes to wear if the race is located and held in the mountain side or in snowy tracks.

Price

The price of the Adidas Adizero XT is $100. Some shoe shops offer this shoe on discounts or at a lower price during season sale or clearance sale.