Adidas Galaxy 8

Adidas · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 79/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 318 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6.9 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: €250 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces
  • Protective build (318 g) feels less nimble during sharp accelerations
  • Substantial build (318 g) prioritizing underfoot protection over speed

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 74.7 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the Adidas Galaxy 8 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • RunRepeat : 75.6 / 100 — « The adidas Galaxy 8 delivers a comfortable, beginner-friendly ride with a strong focus on value and everyday usability. adidas pushed this shoe further, especially in breathability and outsole durability, although we again noticed that the Galaxy line needs a weight reduction. The improved shock absorption plus a natural-feeling drop make it a genuinely welcoming shoe for new runners. We also noticed that the upper wears very quickly and the toebox is on the tighter side. However, none of that feels unreasonable given how little it costs. For casual daily running, it's a lot of shoe for the money! »
  • Runnea : 74.9 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the Adidas Galaxy 8 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (318 g, a 6.9 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €250. »

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