Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

Adidas · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 86/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 291 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 13 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Lightstrike Pro
  • Official Retail MSRP: $300 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • 13 mm drop that relieves strain on the calves and Achilles
  • Lightstrike Pro cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces
  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
  • Premium retail price point ($300)

Expert Review Sources

  • RunRepeat : 87.6 / 100 — « The Prime X3 STRUNG is adidas at full blast. We found a rule-breaking, sky-scraping beast built without limits. We tested it hard and found improved bounce, a nicer STRUNG upper, and more shock absorption than ever. On the flip side, it’s still heavy and far too expensive. Yet in our view, it’s one of the most fascinating shoes ever made, and while it doesn’t make much sense on paper, we’re genuinely happy it exists. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 86.4 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG earns high marks from our multi-tester panel for its smooth, predictable transition (a 13 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 84.9 / 100 — « In Adidas's race & marathon lineup, the Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG scores strongly in our side-by-side field comparisons, blending reliable traction with protective cushioning (291 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »

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