Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

Adidas · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 89/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 184 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6.9 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Lightstrike Pro
  • Official Retail MSRP: $290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (184 g)
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Remarkable featherweight build (184 g) for effortless accelerations

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
  • Premium retail price point ($250)
  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 99.3 / 100 — « In Adidas's race & marathon lineup, the Adizero Takumi Sen 11 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (184 g, a 6.9 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • Doctors of Running : 91.3 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 reduces plantar flexor fatigue through progressive longitudinal stiffness (a 6.9 mm drop, 184 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 6.9 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • RunRepeat : 86.6 / 100 — « We found that the Takumi Sen 11 keeps the stripped-down, speed-first character that defines the lineup. On our runs, the updated Lightstrike Pro midsole felt more energetic (our lab data backs it up!) and clearly improved the ride. We were also impressed by the excellent traction and competitive price. That said, this shoe is still far from universal: ventilation scored poorly, and the narrow heel is a huge deal-breaker for many runners. »

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