![]() The Adidas Solar Glide STs retail for 140 dollars which places them a little higher priced than others in a crowded field of mid tier stability trainers. I will enjoy revisiting them every now and again. They weren’t my favorite but are a welcome change from many other trainers in my rotation. Overall, the Adidas Solar Glide ST 3 are a solid unorthodox mid stability trainer built for miles. It became more evident the longer the distance became. On the flip side you need energy return to help go mile after mile. The boost foam along with the wide base of the Solar Glide ST make for great landings and energy absorption. It also provides a snug fit at first but molds and adapts over time. The engineered mesh is more breathable in the forefoot but the material used for the tongue which connects to the midsole is a thick neoprene that doesn’t breathe well. ![]() I had the same issue with breathability in these as I did with the last edition. This gives a cradle-like feeling while running which was a welcome change from the traditional feel of a medial post. Instead of being located in the heel they sit closer to the midfoot. They are similar to the guide rails we find in other trainers. The solar propulsion rails are the star of the system. The three part stability system complemented each other while providing steadfast stability. The blend of traditional and nontraditional aspects of the midsole supplemented one another to provide a stable ride from start to finish. This flexibility provided smooth transitions from landings to toe offs. This was evident by how flexible the shoe felt on runs. This nontraditional technology gives you stability when you need it.Ī thermoplastic unit, known as the torsion system, located in the midfoot allows the forefoot and rearfoot to move independently. They serve as bumpers to balance and guide the foot along. The solar propulsion rails or stableframe are found on both the medial and lateral sides of the Solar Glide STs. There is also a small triangle wedge of this on the medial heel area. The traditional part of the system is the dual density boost, an area of denser TPU foam located in the medial arch and forefoot. This is a mixture of traditional and nontraditional methods to provide stability. Dual-density boost, solar propulsion rails, and torsion system are all parts of the system. The stability system hasn’t changed since the last edition of the Solar Glide. The energy return was there for short to mid distance runs but lacking for anything in the double digits miles. Impact absorption is a strength of the midsole. The boost foam produces a plush almost squishy ride.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |