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Adidas Supernova Solution review

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Review written on 02nd April by Jeremy Yoder Jeremy Yoder lives in Marietta, PA with his wife and 2 kids. In an earlier life, he used running to stay fit for his soccer career, where he was a co
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Adidas Supernova Solution Verdict

The Adidas Supernova Solution is a great daily training option for runners that want added support but don’t need a full fledged support shoe.

The pros

  • Premier midsole foam
  • No break-in period
  • Attractive design

The cons

  • Limited color options
  • Odd tongue design

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Rating breakdown

Comfort
7.0
Build quality
9.0
Upper
9.0
Sole unit
9.0
Landing
8.0
Transition
7.0
Toe-off
8.0
Traction
8.0
Durability
9.0
Value / Price
8.0

Facts / Specs

Brand
Model
Supernova Solution
Weight
10.3 oz (292 g)
MSRP
140.00

Heel
36 mm.
Toe
26 mm.
Heel drop
10 mm.
Carbon plate
No plate

Size/Fit

Sizing
True to size
Heel fit
Normal
Midfoot fit
Normal
Toebox fit
Normal

Cushioning & ride

Type of cushioning
Balanced
Amount of cushioning
Medium cushioning
Stability
Very stable
Flexibility
Rigid

Usage

Racing
Speedwork
Daily training  
Long distance racing  
Ultra distance racing

Who should buy the Adidas Supernova Solution ?

Ideal runners are ones looking for a hint of stability in an otherwise neutral daily trainer.

Who should not buy the Adidas Supernova Solution ?

The stack height in this shoe is fairly pronounced. If you desire a lower stack, these are not for you.

Adidas Supernova Solution Introduction

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Adidas once again revamped their Supernova line in recent months. Three options that are sure to offer something for any runner out there. The first to be released was the Supernova Rise.

The Rise is all about lively responsiveness in the form of a neutral daily trainer. Next up was the Solution, which this review is about.

Think of the Solution as the stability version of the Rise. It has added support for runners that commonly overpronate.

Lastly, the Stride which is the budget friendly option of the bunch.

Picture of adidas Supernova Solution

Dreamstrike+ midsole foam is the latest and greatest tech that you’ll find in the Solution. This was developed from LIGHTSTRIKE PRO, which runs in the Adizero lineup, with added comfort and cushioning.

Another notable feature is the Stability Rods found between the midsole and outsole. Made up of dual-density EVA foam and designed to guide a runner’s foot through each stride. Adiwear is the outsole of choice in the Solution, making for a grippy ride on various hard surfaces.

The shoe sits at 36mm in the heel and 26mm in the toe making for a very noticeable 10mm drop. Shoe weight seems to be middle of the road for a daily trainer at 10.3oz in size 9 mens.

At a price tag of $140, these shoes seem like a very good buy when you consider the new technology that Adidas has invested into the Supernova line.

Adidas Supernova Solution First Impressions

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It was hard to look past the bold colors of the Supernova Solution. A rich blue covered the shoe with shades of baby blue in the midsole and yellow accents on the sole and tongue. Surprisingly, I could only find this colorway and another; black, white and gray.

Upon first inspection, the shoes felt well constructed and light weight for the amount of foam in the midsole.

When trying them on, I could feel every bit of the 10mm drop. The shoe does not hide it well and with the EVA foam in the heel, there seemed to be little forgiveness right off the bat. Overall, the Solution felt true to size in both length and width. I’ve always been in-between sizes when I wear Adidas. Historically, 11’s felt too short and I’ve bumped up to 11.5. The 11’s received here were perfect.

My first run went down with no major complaints. A steady pace for 6-7 was well within their capabilities. I mostly land on my midfoot when running and the DREAMSTRIKE+ was quite lively and enjoyable through the midfoot and forefoot.

I could quickly tell that they would be able to endure plenty of miles and would be a solid daily training option.

Adidas Supernova Solution Upper

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As I stated before, for me, Adidas typically seem to run short and a tad on the narrow side. I had no issues with length or width. The upper, which Adidas calls Sandwich mesh upper, feels like a standard upper material. Nothing to write home about but it was comfortable and got the job done.

I have to point out the tongue. It was not gusseted and seemed to have more material than actually needed. I could notice the excess material towards the bottom of the tongue every time I ran in them. They didn’t rub or cause issues, but the feeling was present and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Definitely a questionable decision to say the least.

Picture of adidas Supernova Solution

Because of the odd tongue, these shoes felt a bit floppy until laced up completely. Once laced, they had a secure, comfortable lockdown and there was no sliding or movement of my feet.

I did most of my testing in 30-50 degree temps so breathability wasn’t a big issue. Having said that, because of the multi layer upper, I could see these being warm in the summer.

Adidas Supernova Solution Sole Unit

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There are a handful of things to point out regarding the sole unit of the Supernova Solution.

First, cushioning. There is plenty of it in the midfoot and heel of the Solution. The majority is made up of the DREAMSTRIKE+ foam compound that is new to Adidas.

DREAMSTRIKE+ also comes in the Supernova Rise model. This foam is really impressive. After the testing period and many additional miles they are as soft and resilient as the day I got them.

Additionally, there is a more dense EVA layer of foam around the heel. This is defined by the light blue wave shaped design. Because the Solution is a more supportive version of the Rise, there is more of this dense foam found in the Solution.

As for stability of the shoe, there are three main features to mention.

– The dense layer of foam previously highlighted is one. There is more of this layer in the Solution than the Rise. The Rise will have more give to the heel, making it feel softer while the Solution will be a bit more firm.

– Also the Solution will be wider through the midfoot allowing for more stability as you transition through your stride.

– Lastly, the Stability Rods help guide your foot through each stride.

Picture of adidas Supernova Solution

It seems like an odd decision for Adidas to move away from Continental Tire for the outsole rubber. I’ve had a few pairs of Adidas over the years and the ultra durable rubber was a mainstay.

The new Adiwear is a solid alternative but I can’t tell if I’m biased towards the previous offerings. I didn’t have any issues with the rubber. Not quite as tacky as the previous material but still gave me confidence in wet or uncertain conditions.

Durability wise, they also seem to be holding up great. The pictures in the review are after 100+ miles and you can see that there’s little sign of wear. So I guess in short, the outsole material isn’t a noticeable downgrade. Most runners will be quite happy with how long they hold up.

All in all, I found the ride of the Solution’s to be quite welcoming. Slower runs or recovery days seemed to be the sweet spot for me and how I utilized them. I will continue to use them when they are the best option for the type of run on that day.

Adidas Supernova Solution Conclusions

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As someone who likes and prefers lower drop running shoes, it’s hard for me to provide an unbiased opinion on the Supernova Solution.

I didn’t like the pronounced 10mm heel to toe drop paired with the firmer foam in the heel. They felt like a hindrance most of the time.

I think runners like me would much rather enjoy the characteristics of the Supernova Rise. They have the same 10mm drop but a softer heel makes the drop less obvious.

BUT for runners that land on their heels and are looking for a neutral shoe with smaller stability features added in, the Supernova Solution will be a great option. They are durable, well constructed and packaged up for a price that won’t break the bank.

How does the Supernova Solution compare?

Adidas Supernova Rise
Adidas Supernova Solution
Nike Structure 25
Expert score
8
8
7
User score
Best price
Retail price
US$140
US$139.95
US$130
Weight
9.8 oz
10.3 oz
11.4 oz
Heel Drop
10 mm
10 mm
10 mm
Recommended for
Daily training
Daily training, long distance racing
Daily training
Cushioning type
balanced/plush
balanced
responsive/balanced
Cushioning amount
Medium cushioning
Medium cushioning
Medium cushioning
Flexibility
medium
rigid
flexible
Stability
very stable
very stable
very stable
Sizing
buy half size bigger
true to size
true to size

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Reviewed by Jeremy

This review was written by Jeremy Yoder on 02nd April.
Jeremy Yoder lives in Marietta, PA with his wife and 2 kids. In an earlier life, he used running to stay fit for his soccer career, where he was a collegiate All American. Jeremy is an avid hunter and now running keeps him prepared for outdoor advendutres. He and his wife Olivia enjoy competing in trail races in the mountains of Pennsylvania. If he could pick, every run would be on a trail run but when life gets busy, the road will do just fine.

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