Our verdict
The Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse has the most robust energy return and cushioning among all track shoes. With the sprint spike’s makeup, it integrates some of the most state-of-the-art technologies, delivered in a neat package. With the Adizero Prime Finesse, prepare to have the lightest yet most propulsive track running experience.
Pros
- Very comfortable
- Exceptionally light
- Flexible
- Durable
- Secure fit
- Breathable upper
Cons
- Lacks rigidity
- Fits too tight
Who should buy the Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse
The Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse is best recommended for:
- running meets such as sprints and hurdles
- races that range from 60 meters to 200 meters
Profile of the Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse
Use – Packed with the most featherlight yet sturdy components, the Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse is great for running meets such as sprints and hurdles. It yields optimal performance in races that range from 60 meters to 200 meters.
Spike Type – The spike plate of the track running spike houses 6 ⅜-inch Christmas tree spikes. These are nanoceramic pins that are 66 percent lighter than the traditional steel spikes. Aside from adhering to the shoe's ultra-light design, these are also responsible for its aggressive traction.
Spike Plate – Touted as the thinnest sprint plate available, the running spike is graced with the Nano Plate. The same outsole component is found in the Adidas Adizero Prime SP. It equips the shoe with stability and maximum efficiency.
Light construction and security
With the configuration of the Adizero Prime Finesse, one of the most noticeable aspects of the track spike is its integration of a sturdy upper.
It consists of synthetic materials that maintain the shoe's light makeup and security.
Adizero Prime Finesse provides lightweight support
One of Adidas' remarkable technologies—the Nano Plate—is equipped to the outsole of the sprint shoe. It complements its lightweight design and allows a more natural footstrike.
Sprint Web is also implemented on the upper for lightweight support.
Wraps around the foot snugly
The Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse caters both to men and to women using unisex sizing. It is patterned after men's sizing scale. Thus women are advised to go 1.5 sizes down to secure accurate fit and size.
For the fit of the shoe, several elements are affecting it. One of them is the synthetic upper, which wraps around the foot snugly.
Dialed-in fit
It is paired with the Sprint Web, acting as a material that provides on featherlight support. Found in the midfoot of the platform is its laser-welded Spaceframe.
Lastly, a dialed-in fit is delivered by the shoe's lace-up closure.
Maximizes efficiency and performance
For the outsole of the sprint spike, Adidas' Nano Plate is furnished. This is composed of reinforced Nano Tubes, making it the thinnest sprinting plate available.
With the general design of the spike plate, it keeps the foot as close to the tracks as possible, granting added stability. This makes the shoe ideal for sudden shifts and turns. Moreover, it helps maximize the efficiency of the athlete with each stride, improving performance.
Midsole cushioning
The Nano Plate of the shoe acts as the midsole cushioning of the sprint platform. No footbed nor any midsole foam has been embedded within the running spike, thereby promoting lightness.
The Spaceframe is supplemented in the midfoot area. It is laser-welded and increases the support provided.
Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse provides lockdown fit
The upper of the Adidas Adizero Prime Finesse is a combination of synthetic material and Sprint Web. The synthetic upper wraps the foot comfortably while providing lockdown. The Sprint Web consists of a seamless fabric that's like a web that adds lightweight support.
Just like other track and field shoes, the fastening system of the sprinting platform is composed of a lace-up closure.
