Adidas Adizero Boston 10 Review After 110km: Is the Boston a brick?

The Adidas Boston has been a very popular shoe with runners for many years, offering a versatile ride that combined both speed and enough comfort for long-distance events. However, in recent years new foams and tech like plates and rollers in other shoes had perhaps started to make the Boston seem a little out of date, so Adidas has made huge updates to the 10th edition of the shoe.
These include a massive stack of cushioning that contains two different foams, a small carbon plate at the heel, and Adidas’s EnergyRods under the forefoot. The question is; have these changes made the Boston a better running shoe? Run Tester Nick has logged over 100km in the Boston 10 and is here to deliver his verdict on whether it's worth considering as your next daily trainer.
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00:00​​​​ - Intro
00:26 - Design & Key Stats
02:58 - How’s The Fit?
03:23 - The Run Test
08:09 - Verdict & Alternatives
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[@ptheiss0428]

The shoe felt so chunky in my hand that I almost returned it. I’m glad that I didn’t. I quite like it. It works so well with my stride, for whatever reason. Very smooth.

[@henrikrudehvid3067]

It's my first Adidas running shoe in many years.👀 My first run impression was - this is boring. No real pop. However, when I looked at my watch I was going quite fast, but with minimal effort. I think It's a very efficient shoe, but you really don't notice it when you are running. I like that it's not that soft. However, I don't find it that firm. I think it could be great for long runs and faster sessions. I don't love it. I don't hate it. I quite like it.

[@matthewledvina8323]

Did 13 miles in it today after about already putting 30 miles on the shoe. It’s finally broken in and it was a smooth stable ride and really really comfortable the whole way through. I’m using it as a training companion with the Adios Pro 2 which will feel lightening fast in comparison. It’s a great work horse shoe that is perfect for recovery days and long run training days. I think it gets an unfair rep because it was called the Boston 10. If it was called the Adios Adizero TC i think people would have given it more of a chance. In any case loving this shoe!

[@peteraclarke]

Great review, as always! Love this colour way, will look to pick up the adios 6 in this colour if and when it’s available!

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks! It's definitely a looker, even with the high stack

[@kimwarner6050]

Really appreciate you giving this shoe a fair shot. Most seem to be writing the Boston off after a few miles.

[@TheRunTesters]

Certainly one that gets better with a few miles on it!

[@nathaliec7330]

I got mine in a half size smaller and enjoy this shoe. But the fit must be spot on. I would say the price was amazing deal but I really like it for longer distance and love the stability of this shoe Thank you got the video

[@anbarazen]

How does this compare to the Puma Deviate Nitro... In terms of response and midsole feel? I think both are meant to be tempo type of training shoes...

[@joaofernandes2942]

Great review as always, and happy to hear that the shoe gets better after breaking in. But as a Boston die hard fan, I will buy 2 pairs of the 9's and after that I will move to the Adios 6. Guess some relationships don't last forever, and it's time to move apart from the Boston I loved

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks, and yep, that's probably the way I'd go if I was still a big Boston user!

[@DaniDiesel654]

The upper has an amazing lock down I just think they should change the way it ties down. I always have to spend a couple minutes to tie it down to a comfortable fit.

[@andrew-ng]

Traditional, firm, sounds like the Saucony Ride 14 to me. I find the Ride 14 slightly too firm. In my case, would you think the Boston 10 would be good for me?

[@billytubes]

Hi. Is the upper see through like adizero adios 6? Or is it thicker. Thanks

[@McStoolio]

I like this shoe, it’s got me running measurably faster and I find it incredibly smooth. Agree, grips really well.

[@0245150]

Great shoe

[@BradleyBaker]

Good, fair and balanced review. I have the shoe and I do enjoy running in it. Not everyday but definitely 1x per week. And I do feel that the cushioning is becoming more pronounced the more I run in it.

[@arturoramirez4956]

Great video man, thanks. I have the same shoes the NB Rc elite 2 and the boston 10 and Im agree whit you. Saludos desde MX

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks!

[@tyresejackson9665]

Hi Nick, great review! Do you think they’ll be releasing these shoes in the blue anytime soon? It appears they’re only available in white. Also, it would be great if you filmed a marathon training series. I’m sure there’s a lot of people who are interested in your daily training.

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks! Not sure on colours, I thought the blue had already come out in UK maybe, but could be wrong. I’ll try and cover off some training stuff in the reviews, but I like to keep the focus on the gear where I can, we’re all about the gear here haha

[@1986dc]

Boston peaked around no.6 for me. What a shoe that was! No intention of trying these unfortunately. Endorphin Speed is my current love

[@TheRunTesters]

Very hard to beat the Speed tbh

[@9w6rmy]

how about the size??... tts or half a size up??

[@RrRr-th1kf]

Great shoe very light weight , good for running , racing and daily use

[@livegreatalways]

I stay away from the Boston 10 due to the weight. Just can't accept it. Bought the adios 6 which arrived today. Just tried it for a quick spin... WOW.. So light and responsive. I'm impressed. Can't wait to put serious miles in them. Tq for the Boston 10 review.

[@TheRunTesters]

I'm starting to think I need to get hold of the Adios 6 for testing haha!

[@livegreatalways]

@@TheRunTesters ohh... You absolutely need to, to do yourself and the runners out there 'justice'. Waiting for your review on the adios 6, Sir 😊.

[@massi888]

Hi Nick, thank you for the nice review. I totally agree with you. In my opinion, don't expect too much from the Adios 6, it is just a normal shoes, nothing to get excited about. it is bouncy only if you land on your forefoot, and from what i understand you are more an heel stricker, i don't think you will like it. The only nice shoes from the new line up is the adios pro 2 in my opinion, are you going to test it?

[@TheRunTesters]

Ah thanks for the info on the Adios 6, maybe one of the other guys can test it! I am hoping to test the Adios Pro 2, but haven’t managed to get hold of a pair as yet

[@r.cordis8251]

Hi, after seeing some of adidas reviews, and trying not to get a too heavy shoe as the Boston 10, how do you compare the adios 6 with the SL20 (or the new SL 20,2) The cushion is better? more suitable for long rides? I sometimes try to use the triumph 18 for "long" 15km-21km runs but at slow speeds around 6min/km and its weight does not help because of that I stopped using it and going back to older shoes as rincon 2 and razor 3 for these long runs, dont think on the rebel2 you mentioned because of instability. Any advice? Thanks and fantastic review as always, very detailed and the "options/alternatives" part are always helpful. By the way I have the sl20 OG and like it a lot (light, responsive, snappy), but "for me" I dont think it is a good choice for runs over 10-12km.

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi! So I can't speak to the Adios 6 myself as I haven't tested it yet, but a lot of people seem pretty keen on it! I agree that the SL20 is great but not ideal for longer runs. The Rincon 2 is good, maybe you'd like the Mach 4 - it's pretty light and I love it for long runs myself. Or I'm sure some other commenters might be able to chip in with advice on the Adios 6! And thanks on the review :)

[@r.cordis8251]

@@TheRunTesters I hope that the mach 4 is a little wider than the rincon 2 and maybe a little bit softer, Thanks

[@TheRunTesters]

It’s softer, but maybe not wider unfortunately!

[@DaniDiesel654]

This shoe is so firm and responsive it is only good for fast paces. Run fast or it will be too firm for you. I have no problem with these shoes. They are ny current favorites.

[@Lantedark]

Thank you for a great review! Are you really sure that the heel plate is carbon? I assumed the same but didn’t find any info about it. Please share if you do!

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks! That info on the carbon plate comes from the Adidas press materials I got for the shoe

[@livegreatalways]

There was a reviewer who cut out the Boston 10, surprisingly the plate is not at the heel but just half-plate at the forefoot and right below the insole; not in between the two type of foams.

[@sazrulsazli]

Loved the channel, just would like to point out something, the audio seems a bit low especially using headphones.. maybe something to tweak on.. Good review as always 👏

[@TheRunTesters]

Ah thanks for the heads-up! I do raise the volume a bit in the edit, but will try pushing it further next time.

[@Yulfi]

This guy gets it

[@TheHutchRuns]

I went for the Puma Velocity Nitro instead, first run this evening!

[@TheRunTesters]

Nice, hope you like it! Big fan

[@goat8252]

Are they better then these?

[@TheHutchRuns]

@@goat8252 I’ve not tried the Boston but the Puma are excellent, not a race shoe but great for daily runs and even tempo intervals

[@nikosnikos4959]

i ve tried that out in a store. I expected a smooth bouncy feeling from this size of foam but it was really firm. I didn't buy it. It looks too firm for everyday shoe and too heavy for speed training. I would only choose it after a very big discount

[@KnezBranimir879]

I got them on discount. Took them out for a 7K run. Too heavy, too stiff, too warm and I definitely felt the pinning sensation in my toes which was quite annoying and which turned into a sensation of numbness after I took them off. Not enjoyable at all. I started using them as casual shoes for walking around town.

[@Dnman218]

Did you notice the change to the drop? Boston lineup have 10 mm drop and the 10s now have 8 mm.

[@TheRunTesters]

No I can’t say I noticed the difference in drop on the run

[@Dave-kq9cv]

I would say this is not a daily trainer, it's for long run training to compliment the adios pro. It's a nice shoe definitely not a sequel to the boston 9. That's what the adios 6 is.

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi Dave, it's a daily trainer in my book. And in Adidas's book too judging by all the launch material I have, and all the write-ups they have done on it. I appreciate a lot of people saying the Adios 6 is more of a successor to the Boston 9, and that might well be true, but this shoe is called the Boston 10, so you can see why people who used past Bostons might consider it.

[@Dave-kq9cv]

ok true. I find this is more comparable to the Asics GlideRide2, Endorphin Shift 2, NB FF More v3, Hoka Clifton or Bondi than the Mach 4 or Rebel v3. Those latter 2 I would make more comparable to the Adios 6.

[@singer6032]

Great review. Enjoy them all... but how are you doing a shoe review today? Shouldn't you still be partying?!? THREE LIONS!!!

[@TheRunTesters]

Haha this was filmed and mostly edited before the game luckily! Just had to polish it off. Can’t imagine there will be any reviews done on Monday though…

[@singer6032]

Haha... no doubt! Keep up the good work. Love the thorough honest reviews, and getting to hear multiple voices/opinions from you all is great.

[@eriktred]

Many reviewers hate this shoe, partially because it’s a break from previous models, partially because of the weight. I bought it with trepidation, but I am pleasantly surprised. I own many daily trainers including all the ones you mentioned. I just consider this another tool in the tool chest. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TheRunTesters]

It's a nice option to have among others if you do have an extensive rotation!

[@espacesX]

At the Endorphin Pro / Pro II you will Run uphills against the peba-flex and the carbon-plate. The Boston is also for the rolling Boston Marathon. Boston Marathon Asks for a shoe offering Safe Feeling Downhill while you should Not Run against a midsoleflex and a Stiff carbon-plate the uphills.

[@willwilling4728]

How does the Boston 10 compare to the Nike Zoom Fly 3?

[@TheRunTesters]

Hmm, been a while since I used the Zoom Fly 3 tbh, but I remember it having a bit more bounce and I was pretty happy running faster stuff in it. Probably not too much in it, but Boston has a firmer feel for me

[@TimGrose]

@@TheRunTesters I did think in my mind that the Boston 10 is a sort of a cross between the Zoom Fly 3 and Pegasus 37. I liked neither so that was not a good start here!

[@DanielStirnimann]

@@TimGrose this comment made me smile because I still own and love running in the Zoom Fly 3 and Peg 37. I recently bought the Boston 10 and love it as well. 😅

[@TimGrose]

@@DanielStirnimann I bet you don't have UK 13 sized feet :)

[@MalditoSeasEstadoDelsrael]

@@TimGrose how's the weight at that shoe size, are they as heavy as the zoom 3?

[@aniketguru6705]

I am using this shoes since one week and It don't seem comfortable . It's not flexible. though it's good .

[@madfemurfast]

That shoe when I tried at the store, fell from my grace. Adidas should apologise and leave after this monstrosity...

[@donaldwang7538]

lol, to say this shoe is "firm" is just like saying getting shot is just a scratch. This shoe is way too firm. Adidas should have removed the carbon rods and just make the sole with lightening pro.

[@mehmetvzr9974]

U don't do effort when you speak english and you speak too spead. Very hard to understand for a stranger