Our verdict
Pros
- Bouncier than most 4D shoes
- Comfortable in-shoe feel
- Wider-than-average sole
- Very flexible
- Durable outsole
- Innovative cushioning tech
- Attention grabber
- Sustainable
Cons
- Upper stretches a lot over time
- Lacks breathability
- Rather heavy
Audience verdict
- Top 10% in road running shoes
- Top 6% in Adidas running shoes
- Top 25% most popular running shoes
Comparison
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Audience score | 90 Superb! | 88 Great! | 80 Good! | 89 Great! | |
Price | $200 | $200 | $80 | $160 | |
Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | |
Arch support | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 11.9 oz / 336g 11.5 oz / 327g | 12.3 champinones adidas sin cordones para ninos de 12.2 adidas faisalabad pakistan today | 11.1 adidas bb9076 sneakers girls pink hair black roots 11 oz / 312g | 9.5 oz / 269g 9.9 oz / 282g | |
Drop lab Drop brand | 8.9 mm 10.0 mm | 9.9 mm 10.0 mm | 8.1 mm ‐ | 8.6 mm 8.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | |
Midsole softness | Firm | Firm | Balanced | Firm | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Small | Small | Small | Small | |
Toebox durability | - | Good | Decent | Decent | |
Heel padding durability | Good | Good | Good | Bad | |
Outsole durability | - | Good | Good | Decent | |
Breathability | Warm | Warm | Moderate | Moderate | |
Toebox width at the widest part | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Toebox width at the big toe | - | Narrow | Medium | Medium | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Flexible | Moderate | |
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Torsional rigidity | Flexible | Flexible | Flexible | Stiff | |
Heel counter stiffness | Flexible | Flexible | Flexible | Flexible | |
Heel lab Heel brand | 33.3 mm 32.5 mm | 32.6 mm 34.0 mm | 26.4 mm ‐ | 34.6 mm 34.0 mm | |
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 24.4 mm 22.5 mm | 22.7 mm 24.0 mm | 18.3 mm ‐ | 26.0 mm 26.0 mm | |
Widths available | Normal | Normal | Normal | Normal | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | Winter | Winter | Winter | Winter | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #37 Top 10% | #75 Top 30% | #218 Bottom 14% | #59 Top 24% | |
Popularity | #99 Top 25% | #209 Bottom 18% | #162 Bottom 36% | #199 Bottom 22% |
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Springy strides in the 4DFWD
We thoroughly enjoyed the soft, springy ride of the Adidas 4DFWD. It was really surprising to find out that the shoe was even bouncier than the previous 4D generations.
The secret here might be the bowtie-shaped lattice, which provides more cushioning and better rebound. Instead of bouncing upwards, the lattices propel the runner forward for faster and smoother strides.
There is a distinct sensation of forward motion in this Adidas shoe. Running in it is a very unique experience - there is no foam and yet the ride feels really soft and well-cushioned.
Not the best summer shoe
The Primeknit upper of this Adidas shoe falls short in the breathability department. Despite having a lot of ventilation pores, they don't seem to be working well in letting the air pass through.
Assessing the shoe's breathability using a smoke-pumping machine, we rated it as 2 out of 5 where 1 is the least breathable.
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Even its astonishingly thin tongue (1 mm) couldn't help to improve breathability.
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The "softness" of this 4D kind of midsole is so remarkably comfortable, that it can compete with the Adidas Boost itself.
Measuring the shoe's cushioning softness was quite a challenge. Please take our durometer measurement with a grain of salt given that this is not a foam. Our measurement shows that the 4DFWD is 33% firmer than average.
However, when the lattice construction comes to life on the run, it creates a very plush underfoot sensation.
But keep in mind that in cold weather, the midsole will get firmer. After 20 minutes in the freezer, we found that this Adidas shoe firmed up by 21%.
Measuring stack height is also tricky with the 4DFWD. But based on our caliper measurements, the midsole is 33.3 mm thick in the heel...
...and 24.4 mm in the forefoot. This is right at the average of daily running shoes.
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Disclaimer: All of our stack measurements are taken with the insole included.
Checking the insole thickness in the heel area, we found that it is well-cushioned at 4.7 mm. The average among running shoes is 4.5 mm.
Stability is not compromised in the 4DFWD
Given the shoe's tricky midsole design, having a wide and stable base is essential to prevent the runner from wobbling. kid size adidas nmd burgundy shoes clearance.
Using a caliper, we measured the widest part of the shoe's forefoot at 116.2 mm, which is 3 mm wider than the average.
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Nice and flexible
The shoe's 4D setup turned out to be very pliable too.
Our resistance test shows that the Adidas 4DFWD is 22% more flexible than the average among road running shoes.
In a manual assessment, we also rated the shoe as 1 out of 5 (where 1 is the most flexible) for both longitudinal and torsional flexibility.
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With a weight of 11.9 oz (336g) in a men's US size 9, this running shoe falls on the heavier side, making it somewhat of a drag for daily training sessions.
Its weightiness in the area of pricing is a valid cause for concern too. An MSRP of $200 is significantly more expensive than the average $130 for Adidas running shoes.
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The shoe is lined with a generous layer of rubber that instills confidence. Even though it is not the famous Continental rubber that is often used by the brand, the outsole still delivered.
Indeed, we measured the rubber layer at 4 mm while the average for road shoes is 3.4 mm.
The rubber compound also turned out to be impressively firm. Based on our durometer measurement, it is 9% harder than average. In our experience, the outsole's firmness is proportional to its durability. It means that the Adidas 4DFWD has promising durability.
Size down: the upper might stretch
Because of its stretchy knit upper, this kick can become too loose over time. On its official product page, Adidas actually recommends that you grab a half-size down for a snugger fit.
One more point in favor of sizing down is the shoe's highly flexible heel. We rated it 1 out of 5, where 1 is the most flexible. Because there is no structure to it, your heel might end up floating around if the size is too big.
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The futuristic midsole design paired with flashy color options and an exaggerated pull tab draws plenty of attention.
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If you are a go-green warrior, you'll be glad to know that the 4DFWD comes with sustainable parts. The nitty-gritty of its pro-Earth construction is detailed below:
- Its single-piece Primeknit+ upper is made with 50% recycled materials. It provides breathability and extra support in strategic areas.
- This sneaker is also made with Adidas Primegreen, an innovative performance fabric made with recycled plastic.
Reflective elements for runners by night
The eyestays around the laces light up when you hit the road at a darker time of day.