Highlights of the new adidas Adizero Prime X 3 Strung
adidas has been betting during the last few seasons on developing and innovating running shoes with high performance and that are dedicated to a very specific profile of athlete, as is the case of this shoe.
The new version maintains the main lines that characterize the previous version, the adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung, introducing slight improvements to provide even more energy and speed in each of our strides.
The new version is still a shoe that is not approved for World Athletics records as it will have high profiles, far exceeding the regulatory 40 mm.
Visually, it is a striking shoe. The Strung’s webbing is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional, and the structure feels light, firm and technical to the max.
The upper features the innovative Strung technical mesh, which is seamless and stands out for its lightness and elasticity that allows for a great fit of our feet inside the shoe.
As for the design, it is slightly modernized, with profiles and lines more curved and rounded, a style currently so fashionable in the market.
The midsole continues to be characterized by providing the maximum possible reactivity, thanks in large part to the EnergyRods carbon rods that will continue to be present in the new version and the Lightstrike Pro foam that stands out for its great cushioning.
The new version provides greater stability as it has a wider base than the adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung, which will not penalize us when running fast with them.
This combination of volume, materials and plates makes the shoe have a unique behavior: the faster you run, the more it pushes you forward.
The sole slightly modifies its design, with a greater presence of Continental rubber, with the aim of providing a little more durability compared to its predecessor and, also, thanks to its greater presence in the toe to obtain greater reactivity.
Runner profile of the adidas Adizero Prime X 3 Strung
As far as the runner profile is concerned , it does not change compared to the previous version, being light runners with a neutral stride and a good running technique those who will be able to get the most out of the shoe.
However, the adidas Adizero Prime X 3 Strung is not a shoe for everyone, and that is part of its charm. It is primarily intended for experienced or upper-mid level runners looking for a radical feeling of speed and rebound.
It is an ideal shoe for athletes who want to train in conditions similar those of a super shoe, but without wearing out their competition legal model. In addition, by not complying with World Athletics regulations, they can extract their maximum performance in unrestricted training or in unofficial competitions.
As for the technical specifications of the shoe, it has a 7 mm drop and maximalist profiles located at 50 mm in the heel area and 43 mm in the rear area.
Running with the adidas Adizero Prime X 3 Strung is like being on a constant trampoline. From the first step you feel the shoe wants to propel you forward. The responsiveness, lightness and stiffness work together to generate a hyper-reactive feel, very difficult to replicate in other shoes.
However, it is a shoe that is not recommended for runners who are just starting to run, for those who are looking for absolute stability or for those who do not have a minimally refined technique.
If you want a shoe that makes you feel different, that pushes you with every stride and that brings out the best in you in high-pace workouts, the adidas Adizero Prime X 3 Strung can be your best ally. It’s not for everyone… but if you’re one of those looking to break your own limits, here’s a shoe that’s up to the challenge.