Name: Adidas EQ21
Brand: Adidas
Price: 35 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 76 (58 reviews)

Size:

True to size.

Terrain:

Road

Weight:

Men 292g / Women 269g

Drop:

10.5mm

Arch support:

Neutral

Verdict from 58 user reviews

5 reasons to buy

Comfort: Testers report that when slipping on the EQ21 from Adidas, it feels like "walking on clouds."
Light: It looks bulky outside, but it's quite the opposite when worn.
Ride: Bouncy and springy — this is how reviewers find the Adidas EQ21.
Breathable: Various runners claim that their feet never feel hot in the shoe.
Appearance: It's "stylish" but "not flashy." You can even wear it to your more laidback events.

4 reasons not to buy

Minimal arch support: There are those that have experienced aching legs after their run because of this.
Long laces: It's unnecessary and the laces flop around.
Relaxed fit: Unlike the Ultraboosts, the Adidas EQ21 doesn't have a snug, sock-like fit. Road runners say it's a "downgrade."
Heel rubbing: Around the rear, the fit is too tight, which causes abrasion on the foot.

Bottom line

If you're looking for a shoe that won't dig deep into your pockets, that's the Adidas EQ21. It's a daily trainer that can go beyond running, as it is fit for walking, athleisure, and as a lifestyle shoe. It's not performance-oriented, so if you're looking to hit PBs, you might want to consider speed training shoes.

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Adidas EQ21: A priority on comfort

The EQ21 from Adidas is made with the brand's Bounce foam. It is engineered to cradle the foot with utmost cushion and to encourage natural motions with its flexible qualities. Add in the shoe's breathable, form-fitting upper, you can't get more comfortable than the Adidas EQ21.

Who and what is it for?

The Adidas EQ21 is a running shoe made for neutral runners and supinators (foot rolls outward) alike. It's an affordable shoe that's meant for the following:

Surfaces:

Road
Track

Distance: Short to middle distance

Activities:

Daily running
Jogging
Walking
Athleisure
Casual wear

Nice to know

In their efforts to end plastic waste by 2024, Adidas has made sure to incorporate recycled materials into the makeup of the Adidas EQ21.

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Author

Jens Jakob Andersen

Jens Jakob is a fan of short distances with a 5K PR at 15:58 minutes. Based on 35 million race results, he's among the fastest 0.2% runners. Jens Jakob previously owned a running store, when he was also a competitive runner. His work is regularly featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, BBC and the likes as well as peer-reviewed journals. Finally, he has been a guest on +30 podcasts on running.