Adidas Pureboost Go

Pureboost Go is the new model in the Boost midsole lineup with a very attractive price and premium materials.

Technology used

• Boost midsole
• Knit upper
• Stretch web outsole

Specifications

• Weight: 295gm (9UK OR 10US)
• Offset/Drop: 8mm
• Arch Type: Normal
• Closure: Lace-up
• Width: Normal
• Cushion Level: Moderate
• Best Use: Road Running
• Fit: True to Size

Upper

This shoe features a no-sew knit upper, which is very soft and without overlays.

The upper adapts the foot really well. It is not stretchy like Primeknit, but I found it more comfortable as it wrapped the foot nicely and provided excellent support.

There is no padding in the tongue and heel has very less padding, which will not cause any issue unless one is used to heavy padding in these areas.

The heel has a heel plate, which prevents the heel from slipping. There was no slipping while taking sharp turns.

The upper is very breathable that when I did 8 miles in 46°C (116. 6°F), it kept my foot dry. Overall, the upper provided great fit and support.

Midsole

Pure Boost Go features Boost midsole. The forefoot is wide to provide stability on uneven surfaces. It also keeps the foot stable while taking sharp turns.

I found the Boost material plush and softer than that used in Solar Boost or Ultra Boost. Adidas have nailed the midsole by creating the perfect balance between softness and responsiveness.

One can easily use these shoes for track workout or tempo runs and slow-paced long runs as its midsoles are very soft and responsive. These provided a pretty smooth ride.

Outsole

The outsole features stretch web rubber outsole. This is the standard among all Boost models, but this time, it is ADIWEAR rubber, not Continental.

The stretch web outsole provides a fair amount of flexibility without forcing the runner to alter running gait. This outsole did its job well on wet roads and wet grass.

I have run 50 miles in them, and the outsole shows no sign of wear and tear.

Support

The shoe has enough support for neutral runners. At the heel, a heel plate is provided, and strategic stitching is done at the heel and forefoot.

Ride

This shoe provides a perfect mixture of softness and responsiveness. Thus, the ride is very smooth.

Flexibility

The shoe is fairly flexible as the outsole uses stretch web outsole, which gives more flexibility to the shoe.

Traction

The shoe has nice traction on road and grass. As these shoes are made for road running, taking them on trail will be a bad idea.

Responsiveness

Pure Boost Go is a very responsive shoe for fast runs as they won't slow you down. They will provide the same nimble and smooth ride like new pair even after using them for miles.

Durability

Pure Boost Go seems fairly durable after using them for 50 miles.

The upper has no sign of wearing down, outsole shows no wear and tear, and the Boost midsole will hold up to 500 miles easily.

Fit and comfort

The Pure Boost Go fits true to size. A person with wider feet will not face any problem in these as these have a roomy toe box. It also has a knit upper, which will adapt to the feet.

The comfort level is excellent on these shoes compared to those models, which are 30-40% more expensive.

Style

These shoes are fire even in a casual look. If one does not want to run in these and just want to use it for casual use or athleisure purpose, these will look great.

Originally, Pure Boost Go comes in three colours only. However, Adidas has launched many colourways earlier this year.

Price

Price for this pair is $120. Now, these are available on sale and can be found well below $120. If anyone thinks Ultra Boost is heavy in their pockets, they can go for Pure Boost Go.

Pros

• Very responsive midsole
• Plush cushioning
• Enough support for neutral runners
• Fairly priced

Cons

• No reflective material
• Not enough padding in heel

Bottom line

Pure Boost Go is a superb shoe made of high-quality materials, yet it is fairly priced. Anyone looking for a good-looking, solid, daily trainer or cheaper alternative to Ultra Boost should go for Pure Boost Go without thinking twice.

After100 miles in the Adidas Pure Boost Go, I am finally confident to give you my full review, and honest opinion about these running shoes—after 100 miles.

Upper

Breathability

The upper's material is super breathable. The weather in my country is always so hot and humid. When I first purchased them, I expected my feet to feel hot during my long runs. However, no matter how hot the weather was, my feet did not feel like overheating at all.

Fit

Not sure if it's just me, but I find that the PureBoost Go is a little bit big on size. I usually wear a size US 7, but this time I had to go down half a size.

Fortunately, when you get the right size, the shoe wrapped my feet in very well, and my feet were able to stay still and not move around in the shoes at all.

Midsole

The midsole is made up of Boost, which is pretty much what Adidas uses for every running shoe. Boost gives a high level of energy return and bounces to every stride.

Cushioning

The Adidas Pure Boost Go is generally a very well-cushioned and soft shoe to run in or even for casual use. The cushion can sustain well even for long distances. Your feet will not suddenly feel tired as the shoe will not lose cushion the further and longer you run.

Everywhere in the shoe should be well-padded and cushioned, except the tongue. The tongue is super thin, so if you are wearing socks that are below the tongue, it can cause some chafing and irritation.

Responsiveness

In addition to the Adidas Pure Boost Go being well-cushioned, the cushioning in the Adidas Pure Boost Go is very responsive as well, adding a bounce to every stride.

Performance

The Adidas Pure Boost Go is quite heavy, weighing a 10.5 oz at US size 9 if I remember correctly. Regardless, it is definitely on the heavier side, but here comes the magic: It does not actually feel heavy at all when running with it.

The responsiveness and bounce make up for the weight of the shoes, so I do not feel the shoes being heavy at all. The high level of energy return also allows you to be able to sustain for longer distances.

However, I find the shoe a little too soft when picking up the paces.

Outsole

The outsole of the Adidas Pure Boost Go is made up of many shapes.

Traction

The traction of the Adidas PureBoost Go is so-so. I would not recommend for you to use it on rainy or wet days unless it's only a slight drizzle.

I found myself almost-slipping many times when I used them for wet weather. Other than that, the grip is quite decent.

Durability

The durability of this shoe is very good. After 100 miles, this shoe still looks new, and I haven't seen any wear and tear yet(other than cosmetically). So, they are still holding well.

I am predicting these shoes can probably last about 400-500 miles before spoiling. That is very impressive compared to other shoes.

Pros

• Cushioned
• Very responsive
• Upper is highly breathable
• Durable

Cons

• Tongue is a little too thin
• Bad traction when the floor is wet
• Sizing not true to size
• Cushion too soft when picking up the pace

Conclusion

I would say that the Adidas PureBoost Go would be best used for long and easy runs and even daily runs at longer distances. The cushion is soft and responsive.

Moreover, the shoe is lightweight too. However, I would not use them for races because the cushion is too soft for me when I try to pick up the pace.