Our verdict
What’s the point of resurrecting a sneaker? To rule the world, of course. Adidas ZX 9000 rose from the archives and did that with a series of left-and-right collabs and special releases while staying true to its sporty silhouette that was first introduced in 2008. This ZX sneaker also has a stable-feeling Torsion sole unit and a soft and easy-to-clean upper so what's not to love?
Pros
- Right amount of soft
- True to size
- Roomy toebox
- Stable footbed
- Supportive
- Some colorways have extra laces
- Mid for sports or casual wear
- Easy upkeep
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- Available in several special releases and collabs
Cons
- Toebox creases easily
- Midfoot feels weird at first
Who should buy Adidas ZX 9000
- these are the adidas pants you need running kicks.
- Those who are shopping for soft and easy-to-clean Adidas trainers.
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Who should not buy it
Adidas ZX 10000 doesn’t have the stiff feel of the torsion in the beginning. Go for ZX 5000 for a more durable toebox.
ZX 9000 fits just right
Based on the reviews, the kicks are true to size. Some testers describe the fit to be not too snug but have the “perfect amount of room.” One sneaker expert said that the sneakers have a “generous toebox” that’s about a “thumb’s width between the edge of the shoe and the toe.”
The kicks are soft and comfy
According to the testers, the ZX 9000 are comfy. They “feel really good on foot,” said one reviewer. An expert noted that the shoe has an “adequate amount of softness and cushioning on the shoe.”
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An expert noted the plugs on the midsole give “tons of stability” which is “especially, good for people who pronate when they walk.”
Adidas ZX 9000’s all-around support
The torsion system of the ZX 9000 offers very good midfoot support that many wearers liked. An expert even quipped that the footbed has a “good balance between cushioning and support.” Aside from that, the TPU heel cap also gives “tons of support and structure” to the heel area.
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Re-released in 2021, the Adidas ZX 9000 has been staying in the limelight ever since. It has released several new colorways and special releases such as:
- Mint and scarlet "30 Years of Torsion" colorway.
- The Union flag-inspired “London” which is a collab with Offspring, has a “DIY, deconstructed look to it” and a “vintage-looking finish,” according to an expert. It also has extra laces.
- National Park Foundation x ZX 9000 “Glacier Park” sneaker that has a muted grey and mint hues. It also has a fun velcro patch on the tongue.
- Concept’s ZX 9000 “Boston Marathon,” an aluminum-colored leather version, is “a statement piece” that will “definitely turn heads,” according to a reviewer.
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Comments saying the kicks are “awesome-looking” or “very very dope” is raining in the review section. But aside from the sporty look of this 2008 silhouette, the kicks are Mid for running and for casual use according to the testers. A tester remarked that the 9000s are “not only for looks” but it is also “Mid on the road.”
Others
- The sneakers are easy to clean, based on the reviews.
- Out of the box, the midfoot feels weird. “It’s not terrible but you might be a Quantum turned off,” one tester said. “Just give it time, and it will all go away,” they added.
- The laces have hints of 3M. Some colorways also have reflective materials on the side stripes or on the counter. Additionally, according to the reviews, the kicks actually look better in person. “The pics on site don’t do them justice,” said one sneakerhead.
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