The Solar Boost is a maximalist road running shoe family using Boost, Continental and eva technology from adidas.
The Solar Boost 3 has a breathable construction design, and went on sale in 2021. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation. The latest model in the family is the adidas Solar Boost 4.
According to our analysis of reviews from experts around the world, it averages a review score of 81%. This puts it rated just above the median rating of comparable running shoes. According to our analysis of prices across the internet, at current rates it's in the most expensive 30% of running shoes.
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similarity | Similarity | Very similar | Very similar | Very similar | Very similar | |
released | ReleasedFeb 2021 | Oct 2021 | Apr 2020 | |||
expertReviewScore | Expert Review Score | | | | | |
Weight | Weight306 g | M: 312 g W: 275 g | M: 335 g W: 266 g | M: 349 g W: 289 g | M: 340 g W: 227 g | M: 283 g W: 255 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot22 mm | 21 mm | 19 mm | |||
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop10 mm | 10 mm | 11 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm | 8 mm |
Heel | Heel32 mm | 31 mm | 29 mm | |||
Usages | UsagesDaily running | Daily running | Daily runningRacingSpeed training | Daily running | Daily runningSpeed training | Daily running |
Brand | Brandadidas | ASICS | On | ASICS | Nike | New Balance |
Strike Type | Strike TypeHeel strike | Heel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Heel strike | Heel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeMaximalist | Maximalist | ||||
Carbon fiber plate | Carbon fiber plate | |||||
Techs | Techsadidas Boost | ASICS Gel | On CloudTec | ASICS GelGore-Tex | Nike Air Zoom | New Balance Fresh Foam |
Waterproofings | Waterproofings | Waterproof | ||||
Common characteristicsRoadNeutralNeutral pronationHigh archBreathable |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1860) |
Terrain | Road (+1264) |
Usages | Daily running (+1081) |
Brand | adidas (+274) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1458) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1435) |
Strike Type | Heel strike (+1101) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1383) |
Shoe Type | Maximalist (+441) |
Fit | Wide toe box (+309) |
Features | Breathable (+958) |
Materials | Mesh (+821)Reflective (+106) |
Techs | adidas Boost (+15) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | 3 | |
Released | Feb 2021 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | 306 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 10 mm | |
Heel | 32 mm | |
Forefoot | 22 mm |