Our verdict

94
Superb!

It would be quite impossible for you to NOT be swept by the ZX 5K Boost with its luxuriously plush confines. The shoe's adaptive fit and incredible support will also make you feel like a winner. And while it might not be the lightest sneaker around, this kick from Adidas will still give you explosive-level momentum as you captivate the crowd with its partly retro, partly futuristic charm.

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  • Super stylish
  • Gives bouncy rides
  • Remarkable finish
  • Also fits wide feet
  • Flexible
  • Supportive
  • Above-average breathability
  • Smooth lace-ups

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  • Weighty
  • Dirt magnet
  • Tricky to maintain

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The Adidas ZX 5K Boost is an offering that channels the past and the future simultaneously. Buy it if:

  • Breathable sneakers that don't really look summery are what you prefer.
  • You're a fan of Adidas' ZX collection and the Boost technology.
  • Training-inspired kicks with extra heel support are what you're after.

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Who should NOT buy it

With no reported concerns about its upper being attractive to dirt, the easy-to-clean Nike Defy All Day is a great alternative to the ZX 5K Boost. Also, you're better off getting the Adidas Hamburg The sporty Adidas sneaker is a good match for you if.

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The ZX 5K Boost's limelight-worthy comfort

Numerous reviewers are stunned by the ultra-comfiness of the ZX 5K Boost. An expert among them says that it's "more comfortable than the previous two versions."

Non-professional reviewers also praise the shoe's extreme comfort level. One of them says that "they feel like you're walking on air." Another one says, "the comfort of the shoe is second to none." Yet another sneakerhead says that this kick has "bags of comfort."

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The ZX 5K Boost dazzles with old-school charm, and many sneaker fans agree. "Love the stand-out looks of these runners," says one of them. "10 out of 10 for design," says another.

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Your every step boosted

"This one flexes a lot"—this is how a professional vlogger finds the ZX 5K Boost. Regular sneakerheads, on the other hand, admire the shoe's springy sole unit, with one saying that "the Boost is amazing."

These two qualities together give wearers more forward momentum than others. It's also worth noting that the shoe's Boost unit is full-length.

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One of the ZX 5K Boost's few shortcomings is its weightiness. "I was not expecting them to be so heavy," says a tester. It's "too heavy and chunky for me," says another.

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This really well-made Adidas kick stuns in the support category. One reviewer says that "your feet won’t be neue at the end of the day" in it, and considers the shoe as "an insurance policy" for your feet, especially underfoot.

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There are those who find cleaning and maintaining the ZX 5K Boost a real challenge. A reviewer, someone who can keep their AF1s clean for years, says that the featured sneaker attracts dirt a lot. Another one has a hard time figuring out how to best maintain and protect the shoe afc it has different materials making up its upper.

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This "cool in the summer" kick (as a huge Adidas fan puts it) has a versatile fit. Backing this observation are remarks such as "definitely wide-foot-friendly" and "if you like wide shoes, then this is a good one."

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"The laces are really sleek," says a footgear critic. He said that they make lacing up a whole easier.