This has freaked me out! I watched your initial review video again about an hour ago and I thought to myself I wonder when the 100 mile review video will drop, and as if by magic you delivered! Scary lol
I don't get why every super shoe has to be "versatile" and great for any distance. I'm so glad adidas have made this iteration a bit firmer and definitely more stable with a clear focus on the marathon distance. I ran my best sub-3 marathon in the Adios Pro 3 last year in Berlin and the shoes felt just great. I loved them. It was really easy to lock into marathon pace and keep it consistent for a large portion of the race. I didn't even have to think about it. Yes, the midsole is a little less exciting in direct comparison with shoes like the Metaspeed Sky+ or the Vaporfly but those shoes don't really work for me in a marathon. They may be fine for really fast (sub 2:30) runners with perfect running form but being a sub-3 marathoner, I find them too spongy, wobbly and simply too uncomfortable over that distance. For 10Ks and half marathons it's a whole different story: there I want that aggressiveness and don't care for stability because those races are short. So would always go for the Vaporfly in a 10K, for example. But for the marathon (and only for the marathon), the Adios Pro 3 is my go-to choice now.
At below 10k though the others seem to work better for me. The classic v1 is my fav still though! I hated the original at first but it has the 2 fastest times for me over 10k and half marathon
Adored my Pro 3’s so much that I recently bought a 2nd more winter-friendly colourway! The first Adidas running shoes I’ve ever ran in though so probably a little biased here but I adore them. Take a bit of bedding in as you say, but really fun once you get moving ☺️
I got mine for £138 delivered recently. I didn’t really need them but couldn’t resist….So far - so good after 2 x runs. I took them on a club speed session and very impressed. My paces right up there and legs great the next day 😊. I had V2 also - after lots of PB’s and not a massive mileage I had a bad run in the summer with an end rod causing my foot / toe a few problems. It could have been a isolated 30 + deg C heat thing, not sure but moved them on.
@@sebastianP46433 pro running direct just after Christmas. Be patient and you’ll see the retail prices fluctuate and often discount codes emailed out. I’ve an adidas account but use it mostly for running clothes / accessories with the super shoes often exempt from promotions.
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Just used my pro 2s this week and I agree with everything you said edd. The 3s are better at half marathon distance, they're more stable for me than the 2s. Great video again edd,keep it up. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Yeah,1 shoetuber in particular will have 1 run in them,run at a pace where the shoe is not designed for,then give the shoe a horrible review. Appreciate the time and effort of a 100 mile review
I loved these. They really feel much more protective than my VF2’s and more propulsive. The VF’s only advantage is weight. Only downside for me is rubbing on my achilles from the stitching.
Brilliant review. Just picked these up on discount. Will be interesting to compare them to my AF2 and VF3’s. At the age of 52 I’m trying for my first marathon in October in Melbourne. Might still get the AF3’s. I need as much help as possible!
Yeh I got the takumi sen 8 for $80 and saw these for $110. Was very tempting, but I manage to exercise some control and resisted given the vaporfly 3 and saucony elites are coming out this year
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I've found the medial stability to vary a lot by size. 10.5 was too unstable at the heel, but 10 was really great. It feels a lot more nimble compared to alphafly and endorphin pro 3 for me because I have more control through medial stability and grip. I've never experienced that much difference between sizes before. The 10.5 was my least favourite of them all, but the 10 is probably my favourite of them all.
Great video! Just bought a pair to use for Boston this year! Can't wait to try them out 😁. I have a different colorway and did a little unboxing on my channel 😋
I ended up buying flat elastic laces from Amazon and that helped quite a bit with the lockdown. I agree with the tongue- not sure why so thin. Hopefully version Pro 4 fixes those issues.
@@EDDBUD yeah, it helps solves a part of the problem. If Adidas had used a slightly thicker, gusseted tongue then a big difference in that lockdown 😎👍🏾
Just got a pair for €150(£130) to France from 21run. I only managed 50km in my alphafly before sending them back to nike. Can't wait to see how these go.
I have no complains on my pair, i used for 3k trial and 5k trial and worked very well and for a 20 k at marathon pace , all excellent the only minor problem is the tongue to thin and need some adjust to lace correctly.
I believe the elastic lace loops at the front are meant to allow the forefoot area of the upper to expand and contract as your toes splay on toe-off. Great for wider feet, less functional for narrow.
I love the Pro 2 as a 5k / 10k shoe, yes it's a tad unstable in the heel, but at tempo I find it super aggressive! 5 and 10k pb's set in the Pro 2, didn't manage that in my Sen 8s and I love those as well!
I picked up a pair on ebay for a steal. They certainly arent as aggressive feeling as the Pro2. I'll probably just end up using them for speed/tempo days.
Awesome review Edd.😎 Holistic and objective approach as always. Valid reasoning too. 👍 Thank you for mentioning the lacing issues - there were a few runners who had experienced abrasions on top of their foot. For comparison sake, I agree that it may not feel as exciting as the Pro 2. A few of my friends who own those love them. New direction with the Pro 3 - niche in purpose, feel but one probably better suited to the masses. ⚡️⚡️ Let's see what happens with the Pro 5 and which direction they go. 😎
I’ve exactly the same dilemma as you Edd re Marathon shoe of choice. I think the Addidas pro 3 has a great outsole and love the feel of the foam but not sure about the shoe as a whole. Vaporfly is amazing especially for shorter fast races. Not convinced it would be perfect for 26.2 miles. Im currently edging towards the Endophin pro 3. But it’s close. Still a good few weeks left before Brighton to make the final decision.
Hi Edd. Thx for the video. I ran a 3:16 marathon in my 3s last Sunday. Midsole response and stable ride made it a very pleasant journey, especially during those tough last few kms. On the other hand, you need to be a Rocket Scientist to get the lacing right! In an attempt to release pressure on the top of my foot(super thin tongue), I released the laces a bit too much and ended up developing 4 painfull blisters on my toes.
Hi Edd great review so I might stay away from this. I have an option to buy the Adizero Adios 7 for €64 or the Takumi Sen 8 for €96. I have the Adios 6, newish, on your recommendation which are brilliant. Are the Adios 7s much better or should I go for the Takumi Sen 8? It'll be the most I ever paid for a runner.
I’ve found the same issues with the lacing, especially right at the top and have also been trying socks with more padding on the top to help out. Other than that, I love my Pro 2’s and 3’s so snappy and fun.
@@petermyerscough5211 Or maybe like I did, spend half a year relearn how to properly run. It ain't fun but worth it. My forefoot strike is now perfect and my shoes don't wear out sideways.
@@EDDBUD endorphin pro 2 is speedy but after 10k I feel some breaking problem with pop-op. then its really boring sir. So want something with reasonable price for half marathon, which is good supportive, helpful energy return for half-marathon. I am a blood-cancer fighter and involved with running since 2years.
Oh! I'm very surprised for your thoughts about reactivity of Lightstrike Pro. Perhaps is only my feeling but I think that midsole in AAAP3 is more elastic, soft and bounce than in the 2 previous iterations. The ride is bouncier and more stable than in version 2 that seems more rigid. For me, the best Pro is a mix between outsole and midsole of third iteration and upper of second iteration.
@@EDDBUD I run several Marathons over years with Next v1 and Next v2. This year I decided to leave the estigma with dependence of Vaporflys because I tested Pro 3 in a Half Marathon at Marathon pace. And the shoe gives me the comfort and rigidity better than others. I run 2:28 and reminds me times when runners adorate adidas adios flat shoes that Gebre or Makau wore. 😊😉 THANKS FOR YOUR FANTASTIC CHANNEL.
Bought the Pro 2 recently on discount, but managing an injury at the moment so none of the fast stuff for me 😣Rodney bought me some pineapple tasting oranges though!🍊
Make sure you get a sick note from Dr Becker. Though in seriousness hope you recover soon. I’m not running right now due to a nasty cough. I’m even on ant e bi ot ics.
I have two pair, picked up during the 50% off sale directly through Adidas for $125. Same color way as yours. Only using one pair at the moment and have 72 miles in them. Wear is pretty much non existent, and they just keep getting better and better as I rack up the miles. I love them for training but would still defer to my Alphafly and Vaporflys on marathon/half marathon race day and maybe the Takumi Sen for a 5K.
I think the biggest issue with Adios Pro 3 is that there is too much room/upper material in the toe box. Wide feet runners will probably like it that way but for regular width runners it leads to sloppy toeoff as the lacing is not helping either.
Two comments. I've been using the Takumi Sen 8 for all my races and I much prefer it to the Adios Pro 2. The Pro 2 for me is just too much foam. I'll probably run Boston this year in either the Takumi 8 or 9. 2nd, I notice you re-laced the Pro 3 with an under/over lacing on the top. All the Adidas shoes I get are laced Over/under, which is the only brand I have like that.
adidas makes odd decisions in some cases (like those crazy lace loops) and sensible decisions (like tuning the super shoes to distance use). It will be nice to see them avoid the senseless decisions and double down on the sensible decisions. ✌🏽💙👟
I've also decided the Adios Pro 2 is the better shoe and I decided to use it over the 3 for my first race in a decade for this Saturday. Definitely faster shoe. The 3 is nice but a few issues 1)the well discussed issues with the upper and 2)the midsole is a bit too squishy. The Pro 2 midsole is more responsive. I have the same gripe with the Endorphin Pro 3 - midsole far too mushy and the plate not rigid and aggressive enough. I may be a weirdo though as I'm 6'4 amd 175 and soft midsoles just feel dead to me and I have to have a perfectly rigid aggressively curved plate - I have bilateral hallux rigidus with only a few degrees of big toe flexion and completely rigid plated shoes are the only thing that let me return to running after a disappointing surgery then a decade away from it.
@EDDBUD The 3 is quite nice for just daily running. But after switching to the 2 for a few hard sessions I realized I'd been going hard in the wrong shoe. I don't get the stability complaints in the 2 - I feel like the 3 is more unstable in the heel on turns to me because the midsole is softer. I just scored several pairs of the 2 for $86 US each.
Unfortunately they don't work for me..I can tolerate it up to about a 5k at race pace and then I want my feet out of them..the upper doesn't stack up against V1..I have raced 1/2 marathons in all 3 versions and non are comfortable
I have all 3 edd, 3 colours in the v1 😬 v1: good but hard to adjust running style V2: to narrow for me and energy rods broke poor shoe for me! Just no good for a wider foot. V3: awesome! Fits perfect no trouble with lockdown or laces Don't have endorphin pro v3 Nike vapourfly V2 is to narrow again and really slappy landing and poor quality
I had the same issue after about 8 miles of steady paced running which is why I only used it for 1 marathon. I absolutely loved it as a workout shoe. The 2 was so alive.
I get the same in all the adidas adios pro shoes including the primeX..always before 9mi but usually around 6-8mi..I have suspected it's the ends of the rods..
Hey Ed, why di you run through your video? Take your time mate.. like the good old times .. Your videos are the ones to be enjoyed with a large mug of coffee, not an Espresso..
I don’t find these shoes stable. Slightest of unevenness on the roads and you may find yourself with a sprained ankle. I don’t feel confident about running fast on the streets with these shoes on unlike nike Alphafly 2.
This has freaked me out! I watched your initial review video again about an hour ago and I thought to myself I wonder when the 100 mile review video will drop, and as if by magic you delivered! Scary lol
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I don't get why every super shoe has to be "versatile" and great for any distance. I'm so glad adidas have made this iteration a bit firmer and definitely more stable with a clear focus on the marathon distance. I ran my best sub-3 marathon in the Adios Pro 3 last year in Berlin and the shoes felt just great. I loved them. It was really easy to lock into marathon pace and keep it consistent for a large portion of the race. I didn't even have to think about it. Yes, the midsole is a little less exciting in direct comparison with shoes like the Metaspeed Sky+ or the Vaporfly but those shoes don't really work for me in a marathon. They may be fine for really fast (sub 2:30) runners with perfect running form but being a sub-3 marathoner, I find them too spongy, wobbly and simply too uncomfortable over that distance. For 10Ks and half marathons it's a whole different story: there I want that aggressiveness and don't care for stability because those races are short. So would always go for the Vaporfly in a 10K, for example. But for the marathon (and only for the marathon), the Adios Pro 3 is my go-to choice now.
Enjoyed the 3. It’s probably up there in choice for marathon distance for me. Just need the right socks.
Picked these up for £160, did a 15 mile tempo yesterday in them, best shoe I have worn in a while, loved the ride! Definitely more stable than the 2
At below 10k though the others seem to work better for me. The classic v1 is my fav still though! I hated the original at first but it has the 2 fastest times for me over 10k and half marathon
Adored my Pro 3’s so much that I recently bought a 2nd more winter-friendly colourway! The first Adidas running shoes I’ve ever ran in though so probably a little biased here but I adore them. Take a bit of bedding in as you say, but really fun once you get moving ☺️
Try the pro 2 if you can on a discount. Feels a bit more nimble to me. Enjoy
Great race day shoe! I had my best splits in those shoes. Going to use them for my half marathon this Sunday. Great color way too.
Glad they work out well for you. Good luck on your half marathon. 👍🏼👊
@EDDBUD thank you Edd👍
I got mine for £138 delivered recently. I didn’t really need them but couldn’t resist….So far - so good after 2 x runs. I took them on a club speed session and very impressed. My paces right up there and legs great the next day 😊. I had V2 also - after lots of PB’s and not a massive mileage I had a bad run in the summer with an end rod causing my foot / toe a few problems. It could have been a isolated 30 + deg C heat thing, not sure but moved them on.
Hope the v3 works well for you Timothy.
Where did you get them for this cheap? They cost £220 on Adidas 😢
@@sebastianP46433 pro running direct just after Christmas. Be patient and you’ll see the retail prices fluctuate and often discount codes emailed out. I’ve an adidas account but use it mostly for running clothes / accessories with the super shoes often exempt from promotions.
Best running shoe reviewer on RUclips. Keep up the good work sir. XO such an amazing album.
Thanks so much for supporting the channel! It’s very much appreciated. Will never forget hearing waltz 2 for the first time. The drums and acoustic guitar intro. Magic!
Same colourway for me. My favourite alongside the Prime X. Love the Fender shirt Edd. Great review as always.
Had the SG and fender pro jnr out this morning. It certainly moves some air.
Just used my pro 2s this week and I agree with everything you said edd. The 3s are better at half marathon distance, they're more stable for me than the 2s.
Great video again edd,keep it up. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Agree 100%
Thank you Edd for these 100 mile reviews. Too many shoe tubers do reviews after barely breaking the shoes in! Cheers
I try and run across all paces, distances etc and that gives a good appreciation for the shoes qualities. Thanks for tuning in
Yeah,1 shoetuber in particular will have 1 run in them,run at a pace where the shoe is not designed for,then give the shoe a horrible review. Appreciate the time and effort of a 100 mile review
Just bought these today in the crisp white colourway. Can't wait for them to arrive 🙌 on sale for €176 👌
Good choice!
I love this shoes, even for some longer track workouts
The outsole is superb for sure. Ideal for track.
Thanks for this. I have a pair that I picked up at 50% off but haven’t used them yet. Loved the 2 for my workouts, didn’t love it for the marathon.
I think they have widened the base and it doesn’t feel as engaging to me.
I loved these. They really feel much more protective than my VF2’s and more propulsive. The VF’s only advantage is weight. Only downside for me is rubbing on my achilles from the stitching.
It’s comfortable enough for me. But not close to the Adios pro 2 at pace.
@@EDDBUD so the adios pro 2 was better for u versus the pro 3?
Brilliant review. Just picked these up on discount. Will be interesting to compare them to my AF2 and VF3’s. At the age of 52 I’m trying for my first marathon in October in Melbourne. Might still get the AF3’s. I need as much help as possible!
Some good deep discounts on these from time to time
I love the Takumi sen and Endo pro 3 I’m not convinced I need these too. A price of about £130 is tempting
At the lower price it’s a tempter.
I have all of them...endo pro 3 is not the best, but is VERY GOOD in every distance, give them a chance.
Yeh I got the takumi sen 8 for $80 and saw these for $110. Was very tempting, but I manage to exercise some control and resisted given the vaporfly 3 and saucony elites are coming out this year
I just bought a pair for £78 in Las Vegas 😮 I couldn’t resist at this price. Looking forward to trying them 😊 thanks for the review
Have fun!
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Much appreciated 👍🏼👊
Such a great pair of shoes, but yes takes a thick sock and messing with the laces a must
Thorlo experia works well with these shoes....no issues for me, I too love this shoe
I've found the medial stability to vary a lot by size. 10.5 was too unstable at the heel, but 10 was really great. It feels a lot more nimble compared to alphafly and endorphin pro 3 for me because I have more control through medial stability and grip. I've never experienced that much difference between sizes before. The 10.5 was my least favourite of them all, but the 10 is probably my favourite of them all.
Great video! Just bought a pair to use for Boston this year! Can't wait to try them out 😁. I have a different colorway and did a little unboxing on my channel 😋
🥉 Enjoy. A shoe that isn’t quite what it was in the v1 and v2 for me.
@@EDDBUD I loved the V2 so I'm hoping I get on with it a bit better than you did 😁. Time will tell of course 😋
@@EDDBUD and a bronze comment!! Woot woot!😁
@@paultimothyL Quick off the mark 👊
Is the shoe good for male runners please advice me thanks
I ended up buying flat elastic laces from Amazon and that helped quite a bit with the lockdown. I agree with the tongue- not sure why so thin. Hopefully version Pro 4 fixes those issues.
Interesting mod Sean. The laces supplied are so thin. Maybe that’s have the issue?
@@EDDBUD yeah, it helps solves a part of the problem. If Adidas had used a slightly thicker, gusseted tongue then a big difference in that lockdown 😎👍🏾
Just got a pair for €150(£130) to France from 21run. I only managed 50km in my alphafly before sending them back to nike. Can't wait to see how these go.
I have no complains on my pair, i used for 3k trial and 5k trial and worked very well and for a 20 k at marathon pace , all excellent the only minor problem is the tongue to thin and need some adjust to lace correctly.
In fact is a very fast shoe! I tried to ranat 5'50/6'10/km pace and the shoe wanted to be at 5'35/5'45/km , is fast, grippy and stable.
Love the grip but maybe a lace swap is in order.
I believe the elastic lace loops at the front are meant to allow the forefoot area of the upper to expand and contract as your toes splay on toe-off. Great for wider feet, less functional for narrow.
Yeah I found them more a hinderance.
I love the Pro 2 as a 5k / 10k shoe, yes it's a tad unstable in the heel, but at tempo I find it super aggressive! 5 and 10k pb's set in the Pro 2, didn't manage that in my Sen 8s and I love those as well!
At speed it really flew. The 3 doesn’t have the same feel to me.
I picked up a pair on ebay for a steal. They certainly arent as aggressive feeling as the Pro2. I'll probably just end up using them for speed/tempo days.
I got them for $170 here in australia so happy with the price. Trying for the first time this weekend.
Hope they work out well for you 👍🏼👊
Just bought these online and hoping the sizing is correct I wear an 8.5 in everything else so im hoping that these are true to size
I found them ok true to size. Should be alright 👍🏼👊
Monsieur Bud. Love the videos. Perhaps a musical interlude featuring David Crosby next time. I’m interested to hear your recommendation. Danke schön.
Was sad to hear the news. Big fan of CSNY 😔
Awesome review Edd.😎
Holistic and objective approach as always. Valid reasoning too. 👍
Thank you for mentioning the lacing issues - there were a few runners who had experienced abrasions on top of their foot.
For comparison sake, I agree that it may not feel as exciting as the Pro 2. A few of my friends who own those love them. New direction with the Pro 3 - niche in purpose, feel but one probably better suited to the masses. ⚡️⚡️
Let's see what happens with the Pro 5 and which direction they go. 😎
Certainly more of a landing platform. The 2 felt like a kit car to this one.
I’ve exactly the same dilemma as you Edd re Marathon shoe of choice. I think the Addidas pro 3 has a great outsole and love the feel of the foam but not sure about the shoe as a whole. Vaporfly is amazing especially for shorter fast races. Not convinced it would be perfect for 26.2 miles. Im currently edging towards the Endophin pro 3. But it’s close. Still a good few weeks left before Brighton to make the final decision.
Wish for the upper of the end pro 3, midsole of the Vaporfly and outsole of the Adios pro 3. Perfect shoe!
@@EDDBUD 100% spot on there. Although I’d take the Endorphin Pro 3 with the Continental outsole too.
Hi Edd. Thx for the video. I ran a 3:16 marathon in my 3s last Sunday. Midsole response and stable ride made it a very pleasant journey, especially during those tough last few kms. On the other hand, you need to be a Rocket Scientist to get the lacing right! In an attempt to release pressure on the top of my foot(super thin tongue), I released the laces a bit too much and ended up developing 4 painfull blisters on my toes.
Yeah the lacing let’s down an otherwise spot on model.
Hi Edd great review so I might stay away from this. I have an option to buy the Adizero Adios 7 for €64 or the Takumi Sen 8 for €96. I have the Adios 6, newish, on your recommendation which are brilliant. Are the Adios 7s much better or should I go for the Takumi Sen 8? It'll be the most I ever paid for a runner.
If the sen works I say stick with it. It’s cushioned enough and very nimble.
I’ve found the same issues with the lacing, especially right at the top and have also been trying socks with more padding on the top to help out. Other than that, I love my Pro 2’s and 3’s so snappy and fun.
Yeah if the lacing was a little improved it would be good. Adios pro 2 had no such problems.
I mean excited to buy them at the outlet for 120 usd so I can’t complain being 87%
For me this shoe is the best I the overall all fit and feel much more then adios pro 2.
Glad it’s working out for you Adi
They currently have the pro 2 in TK Maxx for £73.
Yeah some heavy discounts on the 2 and 3 already.
@@EDDBUD Sadly I am an over pronator. So I don’t think they would be suitable for me?
No discount on pro 3 in Australia sadly
@@petermyerscough5211 Or maybe like I did, spend half a year relearn how to properly run. It ain't fun but worth it. My forefoot strike is now perfect and my shoes don't wear out sideways.
Is this AP3 recommended for over pronated / flat foot runner?? I heard AP3 is quite stable running shoes. Need some advice. Thank you
Yes they are more stable than the previous ones. Though maybe check the Puma deviate nitro elite 2
Was a bit underwhelmed by this one, at least compared to the excellent v2. This one felt a bit clumpy and less aggressive than that one.
Yes not as engaging to run in for sure Robin
A better sustainability score over the competitors. It must be a consideration for runners in the moden age. 👍
I think the upper is quite recycled. No such info on the Vaporfly.
Hey Edd, why is no one asking when the Ultraboost 23 will drop on the adidas app.
I’m sure it’s soon. Adidas need to get their cash cow into operation with the dissolving of their big collab.
@@EDDBUD so true
Hi Ed, would like to know if this shoe can be used by a runner with a High Arch Foot? thoughts on this. :)
Should be ok. It’s not mega narrow.
@@EDDBUD thanks bud.
Yay Adios Pro2.
Spot on
@@EDDBUD I need to track down the special editions from the 2021 marathons. The Chinese version looks fantastic.
overall do you think this is better than prime x strung? i already have this one. was wondering is the prime x is bettter BTW im around 215lbs
No would go primex strung if I had to have only 1
Nice!🎉
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sir, do you think its good speedy comfortable shoe more than soucony endorphin pro-2? specially for half-marathon.
Preferred this Adios 3 over the end pro 2 yes
@@EDDBUD endorphin pro 2 is speedy but after 10k I feel some breaking problem with pop-op. then its really boring sir.
So want something with reasonable price for half marathon, which is good supportive, helpful energy return for half-marathon.
I am a blood-cancer fighter and involved with running since 2years.
Oh! I'm very surprised for your thoughts about reactivity of Lightstrike Pro. Perhaps is only my feeling but I think that midsole in AAAP3 is more elastic, soft and bounce than in the 2 previous iterations. The ride is bouncier and more stable than in version 2 that seems more rigid. For me, the best Pro is a mix between outsole and midsole of third iteration and upper of second iteration.
Glad it’s working well for you
@@EDDBUD I run several Marathons over years with Next v1 and Next v2. This year I decided to leave the estigma with dependence of Vaporflys because I tested Pro 3 in a Half Marathon at Marathon pace. And the shoe gives me the comfort and rigidity better than others. I run 2:28 and reminds me times when runners adorate adidas adios flat shoes that Gebre or Makau wore. 😊😉 THANKS FOR YOUR FANTASTIC CHANNEL.
Bought the Pro 2 recently on discount, but managing an injury at the moment so none of the fast stuff for me 😣Rodney bought me some pineapple tasting oranges though!🍊
Make sure you get a sick note from Dr Becker. Though in seriousness hope you recover soon. I’m not running right now due to a nasty cough. I’m even on ant e bi ot ics.
@@EDDBUDIf they don't work a Tia Maria and Lucozade should sort you out! Take care 👊
@@Stevenc1984 🤣
I have two pair, picked up during the 50% off sale directly through Adidas for $125. Same color way as yours. Only using one pair at the moment and have 72 miles in them. Wear is pretty much non existent, and they just keep getting better and better as I rack up the miles. I love them for training but would still defer to my Alphafly and Vaporflys on marathon/half marathon race day and maybe the Takumi Sen for a 5K.
Hard to beat for a reduced price like that
I think the biggest issue with Adios Pro 3 is that there is too much room/upper material in the toe box. Wide feet runners will probably like it that way but for regular width runners it leads to sloppy toeoff as the lacing is not helping either.
Agree 100%
I'm still waiting for a full length LiteStrike Pro with a torsion system ( no plate or rods) from Adidas. Do you think if that would work well ?!
Possible. I think having two pieces of foam would give it enough flex.
How we feeling Ed? Rest this week or see how we feel for an easy Long on Sun?
Rough! I am on some meds due to chesty cough. It’s not good. No running and rest only at the mo. 😔
Hi ed hows your calves when running this shoe?
Seem fine to me. Just wish I could dial in the fit better up front. Bit wide almost.
Bought these bad boys in the same colorway for $125.
Two comments. I've been using the Takumi Sen 8 for all my races and I much prefer it to the Adios Pro 2. The Pro 2 for me is just too much foam. I'll probably run Boston this year in either the Takumi 8 or 9. 2nd, I notice you re-laced the Pro 3 with an under/over lacing on the top. All the Adidas shoes I get are laced Over/under, which is the only brand I have like that.
This way of lacing felt better. Didn’t work at all the standard way out the box.
@@EDDBUD hmm, will have to re-lace the Takumis and see how they feel
okay for overpronators or slower efforts?
The midsole cut out might cause issues
The adidas outlet is doing buy 1 get 1 free. I’m not sure shall I get 2 pairs or not. It will take me long long time to go thru 2 pairs of this😅
They do last that is for sure
Can you tell me how many centimeters (internal) are in size 9.5 and 10? 43 and 44 EU ?
Don’t know the size lengths sorry
Battling with blister on first lace hole
It was not the best upper on here
adidas makes odd decisions in some cases (like those crazy lace loops) and sensible decisions (like tuning the super shoes to distance use).
It will be nice to see them avoid the senseless decisions and double down on the sensible decisions.
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Can’t say this one was uncomfortable. simply not quite the level of the 2. Still a very viable option for many though. Thanks for watching
I've also decided the Adios Pro 2 is the better shoe and I decided to use it over the 3 for my first race in a decade for this Saturday. Definitely faster shoe. The 3 is nice but a few issues 1)the well discussed issues with the upper and 2)the midsole is a bit too squishy. The Pro 2 midsole is more responsive. I have the same gripe with the Endorphin Pro 3 - midsole far too mushy and the plate not rigid and aggressive enough. I may be a weirdo though as I'm 6'4 amd 175 and soft midsoles just feel dead to me and I have to have a perfectly rigid aggressively curved plate - I have bilateral hallux rigidus with only a few degrees of big toe flexion and completely rigid plated shoes are the only thing that let me return to running after a disappointing surgery then a decade away from it.
The pro 2 just wants to go quick! The 3 feels a bit more like a wider, stable and not as wild.
@EDDBUD The 3 is quite nice for just daily running. But after switching to the 2 for a few hard sessions I realized I'd been going hard in the wrong shoe. I don't get the stability complaints in the 2 - I feel like the 3 is more unstable in the heel on turns to me because the midsole is softer. I just scored several pairs of the 2 for $86 US each.
Unfortunately they don't work for me..I can tolerate it up to about a 5k at race pace and then I want my feet out of them..the upper doesn't stack up against V1..I have raced 1/2 marathons in all 3 versions and non are comfortable
Oh the v1 ! What a shoe that was. Looked like a clog but insane cushion and super lockdown.
Do you also got a Gibson Shirt ?
Yes. Also Gretsch too
This shoe or boston 12 for daily runs up to 15 k run
For daily use the Boston is fine
Budsen Burner?
I have all 3 edd, 3 colours in the v1 😬
v1: good but hard to adjust running style
V2: to narrow for me and energy rods broke poor shoe for me! Just no good for a wider foot.
V3: awesome! Fits perfect no trouble with lockdown or laces
Don't have endorphin pro v3
Nike vapourfly V2 is to narrow again and really slappy landing and poor quality
Thanks for sharing 👍🏼
With the 2s I got hotspots on the ball of my feet after 6 to 8 miles. Have you heard of this issue?
I had the same issue after about 8 miles of steady paced running which is why I only used it for 1 marathon. I absolutely loved it as a workout shoe. The 2 was so alive.
Fine for me for a half.
I get the same in all the adidas adios pro shoes including the primeX..always before 9mi but usually around 6-8mi..I have suspected it's the ends of the rods..
No issues for me in that area
Is it narrower?
No the 3 is bit wider
@@EDDBUD Can you tell me how many centimeters (internal) are in size 9.5 and 10? 43 and 44 EU ?
Hey Ed, why di you run through your video?
Take your time mate.. like the good old times ..
Your videos are the ones to be enjoyed with a large mug of coffee, not an Espresso..
Run through? Sure you didn’t turn up the speed? 12 mins spot on. As usual.
@@EDDBUD felt like you spoke more quickly as usual
1st
Just missed the podium.
It would be way more useful if they made the upper more comfortable. Way too much chafe
I had no discomfort only a bit too much space in the front.
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MARINATE IT OVER 100+
Use the meat the mallet. Some salt and pepper. Maybe even mint sauce.
I don’t find these shoes stable. Slightest of unevenness on the roads and you may find yourself with a sprained ankle. I don’t feel confident about running fast on the streets with these shoes on unlike nike Alphafly 2.
The pro 3? In this case never try the pro 2.