adidas Solar Glide 19

Growing up in mid 2000s through about 2016 I always looked down on Adidas running products for some reason (at least their training shoes, there flats have always been well received). I heard good things when they released the boost foam but I was still hesitant to try them, it wasn't until 2018 when I bought my first pair. They took a little bit to break in, something I wasn't really used to with other running shoes however after about a week of steady miles they became a friend to my feet. Especially in the 19 model I found the upper much snugger and more natural feeling. And the boost foam and continental rubber sole are incredible, both for cushion and for durability. I have found that these shoes last me longer than other comparable shoes I've had like the Nike pegasus or Saucony Ride for example. I also find this shoe does great in multiple disciplines, great for a long run but I also can wear it for speedier sessions, it's a great mix of springy responsiveness and nice soft cushion. I am one of those runners who likes to try out different shoes all the time but I'm afraid to leave this one behind because it just works so well for me.

I've trained in Nike Pegasus for the past 5 years and just switched to the Solar Glides by Adidas and I must say this show is the first shoe I've warn out of the box with no need for heel cups, cutting part of the heel liner and so on.

The durability of the shoes are great, I get about 300 miles out of a pair before I feel stiffness in the quads from the cushion running out. The upper is high quality and comfortable, and perhaps one of my favorite features to the shoe is the mesh heel on the upper which covers the Achilles is a locked in but soft and comfy way.

I have had three pairs of the Adidas SolarGlide shoes. For each pair of the shoe I have been able to purchase them for between $40-$70. On each shoe I have gotten 600-700 miles before they started to feel dead. Overall, very impressed with the comfort. The break in period is maybe 20 or so miles or maybe three runs. In the first couple runs, the ankle seemed to rub against the side of my foot, but not especially severely. I would recommend these shoes for every day reg runs or long runs because of the excellent cushion the layer of boost provides. There is a little too much shoe to do anything more than strides as far as speed work goes.

Love the shoe. It's achilles thing is comfy, it's light but cushioned, and the tongue design is A+. Not to mention, it looks like a shoe I would wear with my non-running friends without getting made fun of. The only problem is it's durability. The top mesh near my big toe rips way too soon!!!!!!! I understand that 300miles is the textbook expiration date, but I've always been able to get more out of Nike's. Every time I near the 300 a hole forms and I'm running with my big toe out. Good for lift? Uncomfy in the rain. Other than that, great product

I run about 50 - 55 miles a week and am on my second pair of solar glides. Overall, I like the shoe. It’s does not feel bulky or over-cushioned like many other shoes on the market. There is not a lot of cushioning in the fore-foot which I like. It’s not a lightweight trainer, however it does not feel heavy on quicker paced runs. Although I don’t use them for tempo based efforts. The solar glide is comfortable right out of the box and feel close to the old supernova glides from a few years back. Durability is an issue as I went through my first pair at only 350 miles or so. I’ve been running in Adidas for about 17 years and the Solar Glide is definitely an upgrade from the last generation Supernovas.

Fantastic looking shoe at a great price point. I'd like just a little bit more cushioning so that it could handle my longest runs, but overall a great shoe for the money.

100 miles in. No/ minimal signs of wear on the outsole. Great cushion for every day and marathon pace runs. Upper feels and looks great. Not as breathable as other pairs I’ve owned, but I haven’t had it become a problem.

It's just okay. I like the supernova and the energy boost better (RIP)

Overall good shoe. Balanced, responsive cushioning throughout, not too soft and not too firm. It is not a lightweight shoe by any means but smooth ride makes it feel lighter on foot than it actually is. The shoe is comfortable but the heel takes a bit of getting used to as the heel counter does not go all the way around. There is stretchy fabric that runs up the achilles tendon which doesn't provide for the traditional "locked down" feeling. The width will accommodate most feet but probably best suits a medium width.

Comfortable everyday trainer that combines responsive cushioning with an adequate amount of stability.