Supernova vs Solar Glide? Anybody tried both?

I’d recommended buying another supernova regardless just because of price. I loved the supernovas and tried the solar boost but it was just okay. Nothing special. Haven’t tried the solar glide but they look pretty similar.

Any other opinions?

Thanks for the reply! Price right now is very similar in my size, the Solar Glide can be bought at almost half price. I don't mind the weight in the Supernova, but the upper isn't the best-fitting in the world. I may have to try the Solar Glide in a store.

Hi,

I tried the solar boost and solar glide instore the other day. Only did a short jog around the store in them, compared each for about 15 minutes. My impression was the solar boost compared to the solar glide, solar boost are a little softer and a little more cushioned underfoot (especially in the forefoot) , a bit narrower at the front and the uppers seem not breathable where as the solar glide uppers was better and seemed more roomy too.

I like the cushioning of the solar boost but the uppers of the solar glide. Compared to the supernova, they are not as soft or plush but are a more stable shoe . I think they be a more versatile shoe than the older supernova, not as bulky especially in the heel and not as ploddy to run in ( faster shoes).

Cheers

Steve

I was a big fan of the Supernova and have since switched to both Solar Glide and Solar Boost. I never used to like Energy Boost but now the combo of Solar Glide + Boost is perfect. Glide for easy days, Boost for anything faster (tempos, fartleks...anything where I want to go fast without switching to a racing flat). If I had to pick one, I'd go with Solar Boost...as someone mentioned the upper isn't as breathable as Glide but now that its getting colder I'll appreciate that more. Bottom line: Solar Glide is a nice progression of quality over Supernova...you won't be disappointed.

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Thanks @stevenm @boost for your comments! Glad to see you both agree the Solar Glide is an improvement over the Supernova.

@boost: I use the Boston 6 for faster stuff. Great shoe!

Hi,

I just add a couple more thoughts. I did find the solar boost a bit too narrow near my toes and would probably be too hot for my foot in the summer months. The solar glide I found was nearly too firm on the forefoot and a bit firmer than the supernova which surprised me.

I am use to saucony triumphs and ultraboost ( a bit too unstable for long distances) for (soft) cushioning . Other brands are now lightened their daily trainers like nike (epic react) and skechers (go run ride 7s' ) new balance (beacon) which are light, cushioned and responsive. I am now starting to find that most adidas daily trainers in comparison are on the heavy side, over engineered less breathable uppers (cage etc) etc. I am still considering the solar glide but recently bought the skechers (7s) and Nike (reacts) and very impressed (considering their weight) with them..

Cheers

Steve

Hi, stevenm! How do you feel about outsole durability in the GRR7? I had them in my hand and the rubber seemed pretty thin.

I guess that's the thing with Adidas trainers: weight = durability. The upper in the Supernova is bomb proof, boost is boost, and outsole durability is quite good, considering the grip. The most durable outsole I've tried is the one in the Mizuno Wave Rider 20. I have some 400 miles in mine and the thing looks almost new! The outsole alone could go well beyond 1000 road miles, but the midsole has packed a bit under the forefoot (heel cushioning feels as new, though , probably due to the Wave plate and the Eu4icX foam wedge, which seems more resilient than regular Eu4ic), and the upper has some wear over my pinkies and will probably tear a hole soon. Another great high mileage daily trainer.

I like the Skechers GRR7 and NB Beacon, but I don't think I could get that much mileage out of either shoe.

Hi,

I have read people getting 400 + miles on their Nike epic react. Solereview is often a good guide to durability. I tried the supernova several times and when I ran down hills they hurt my ankles, I felt they were to unstable for my 80kg weight. I also got shin splints running with them. Also the horrible plastic cage dug into my mid foot, I found that with the energy boost too. I also have the uncaged ultraboost and find I have similar issues with stability after a few kms. I put a firmer insole which helps a bit. I also have the adidas response 3's - more a walking shoe.

When I tried the solar boost/glide I felt they were more stable - that's why I liked them - I love boost you feel the energy return, but the weight is an issue after running for awhile. I love the Nike epic reacts as I don't have instability issues and I seem to run faster and they seem to help propel me along. They are a bit tight mid foot, but I found a method to stretch them a bit. The saucony triumphs iso 3's are a great daily trainer with everrun so its feels similar to boost just a bit firmer. I didnt like the newer saucony triumph iso 4's - to firm and inflexible, the new saucony triumph iso 5 are coming out soon I here - lets hope :)

The skechers Go run ride 7 are interesting shoe, with the insole, I run slower paces when i take it out they seem a more responsive shoe - quite versatile. You can buy nearly 2 skechers go run ride 7 for 1 Solar boost. I haven't ran in the beacon yet and hope to in the next couple of months. I did try the new Adidas pure go, didn't seem quite stable enough less stable than the solar glide/boost. It would be great if Adidas find a way to knock off 30/40 g.

Cheers

Steve

Thanks for all the info on different shoes you've used!

At the moment I weight almost as much as you - - 77kg - - but I don't have stability issues with the Supernova; what's more, I find them very stable, so much that I take them through mountain trails with pretty uneven ground and they feel excellent. Different strokes for different folks, I suppose.

But I agree about the midfoot cage. The Solar Glide should feel much better in this area. I just wish the midsole/outsole and ride stayed the same.

Regarding price, the Supernova and Solar Glide are often heavily discounted, and end up being cheaper than the Beacon or the GRR7. I got my Supernovas for 78€ at RW (they retail for 135€), and the Solar Glide are already down to 87€.

Hi,

Here the adidas solar glides are $199 and I got the skechers for $108 (online). Each person I suppose is different how each shoe works or not for them.

I also found the older supernova's fairly bulky at the heal and fairly slow until you pushed them. The newer solar glide does feel less bulky and a faster shoe. The cage or the clear plastic strip does feel a lot better than the supernova. The solar glide /boost probably would probably work well for you. I just wish they the solar glide had a touch more cushion in the forefoot or slightly less firm. The

https://www.runningshoesguru.com/

reviewed the solar glide and boost recently and they were a bit harsh as I found no heel slippage at all.

I may give the solar glide a second go, when they are on sale.

Cheers

Steve

stevenn wrote:

... I also have the adidas response 3's - more a walking shoe...

Cheers

Steve

Steve, thanks for your reviews on the shoes you have. Just a question: why do you say that the response 3 is more of a walking shoe? Did you have any problems running with it?

Hi,

The response 3 I found to firm and not enough cushion for me for running, so its my walking shoe. The solar boost and glide are much better for running. See new solarglide and solar boost reviews on solereview.

Cheers

Steve

Ive tried both and can tell you , the shoe designs are going in the wrong direction . Very bland , leaving me wanting something more dynamic .

They certaintly less responsive than the older models adidas supernova 8, the older energy boost etc. Actually I have found my Nike epic reacts more responsive than the newer adidas shoes.

Solereview highlighted that they have soft heel lose responsiveness and more suitable for slower runs.

Cheers

Steve

They are better than the supernova 9 though.

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Steve

Eastbay had the Supernova for $130 in my size

https://www.letsrun.com/shoes/adidas/supernova

But am i missing something. The Solar Glide can be bought for under $100 in my size according to this: Is that the same version people are talking about?

https://www.letsrun.com/shoes/adidas/solar-glide

I briefly tried the Supernova (Glide 9) and they were horrible, complete"mush", zero dynamics, just as bad as the ultra boost, not a shoe for serious runners if you ask me.

After that I bought all the Glide Boost 6/7/8 (the first version with the Continental sole, not the v2 with the hideous "stretch sole") I could find and I'm good to go until Adidas hopefully come back to their senses. The Boston 5 is nice but I'm a tall guy and they just don't provide enough cushioning for more than an HM and that's pushing it.

Some reports seemed to indicate that the Solar Glide was a step in the right direction with the return of a bit of EVA for dynamics but it seems that was maybe wishful thinking.