Adidas Ultraboost 22

8.4
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Characteristics

Gender
Men
Women
Men weight
333 gr
Women weight
289 gr
Drop
10 mm
Cushion
High
Runner weight
Strong
Running gait
Neutral
Surface
Road
Use
training
Pace
Low
Medium
Foot
Normal feet
Strike
heel
Distance
10K
Half-marathon
Marathon
Colour
Blue
White
Grey
Purple
Black
Green
Year
2021
  • Lightness
    8.0
  • Cushioning
    10.0
  • Flexibility
    9.0
  • Responsive
    9.0
  • Stability
    8.0
  • Grip
    9.0

Photos Adidas Ultraboost 22

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The German brand's top seller has got an update. Presenting the adidas Ultraboost 22, the latest addition to the most iconic adidas Running saga. This twenty-second version brings with it important new features compared to its predecessors: not only does it have a specific version for women in order to better cater to the female foot, but it is also 4% more reactive than its previous version. These changes affect each and every one of the key aspects of this trainer, which is once again one of the great favourites for a wide range of recreational runners.

Adidas Ultraboost 22, main novelties

We cannot speak about the adidas Ultraboost 22 running shoes without mentioning their guaranteed cushioning and protection when covering the longest distances on asphalt. An icon in the running world that evolves in order to meet the demands of male and female runners alike. This adidas Ultraboost 22 isa turning point in the German brand's long-standing and legendary series, as it presents a version designed exclusively to meet the needs of runners.

Main features of the adidas Ultraboost 22

Created by and for women and based on more than 1.2 million foot scans of different runners, the women's version of the Ultraboost 22 incorporates a new last with a narrower heel and wider forefoot. There are key differences between the male and female foot that are reflected throughout the construction of this new Ultraboost 22, which we analyse in detail below.

Adidas Ultraboost 22, main characteristics

The Ultraboost 22 has gathered feedback from over 12 million women's foot scans and features a last built specifically for the female foot.

The adidas Ultraboost 22 keeps the essence of this legendary saga intact: offering maximum comfort in your daily workouts. Here are some of the most significant new features compared to the adidas Ultraboost 21:

Greater energy return. The Ultraboost 22 delivers 4% more reactivity than the previous version thanks to the excellent combination of the iconic BOOST midsole with the LEP (Linear Energy Push) torsion system. A synergy that results in more dynamic transitions along with greater motion control for a more responsive stride.

Adidas Ultraboost 22 midsole

New upper. The female anatomy presents certain needs such as a narrower heel or a lower instep and, in many cases, products designed for women do not address these singularities. However, this Ultraboost 22 trainer takes feedback from over 1.2 million women's foot scans and features a last built specifically for the female foot.

With an upper crafted through PrimeKnit+ fabric, a fabric containing recycled yarn, it offers an anatomically perfect 360° fit for the female foot along with superior breathability.

Adidas Ultraboost 22, heel

The Ultraboost 22 continues to consolidate its position as a benchmark for runners with neutral running gait but, in this latest iteration, the stability is even more emphasised. Thanks to the torsion system and the new construction of the women's last, this running icon is also a safe bet for runners with a tendency to overpronate when running.

It's a model designed for those runners looking to rack up kilometres on the road with maximum protection and comfort. Its latest interaction includes important improvements in the stability section for greater control of running movements.

A true reflection of adidas Running's ongoing commitment to creating products capable of meeting the needs of different runner profiles, the Ultraboost 22 marks a turning point in the German company's catalogue. This is mainly due to their creation of a product specifically for women, in collaboration with the engineers and designers of the company, but ultimately based on more than 1.2 million scans of women's feet.

Adidas Ultraboost 22, outsole

adidas Ultraboost 22, more reactive and stable than ever before

In short, the adidas Ultraboost 22 will become not only one of the best running shoes of 2022, but also one of the most sought-after silhouettes by female runners. A model that remains true to its essence: offering maximum comfort and protection for the most demanding distances on asphalt.

Adidas Ultraboost 22 technical specifications

The runner profile for these cushioned running shoes continues to be runners of medium-heavy weight, looking to enjoy maximum comfort in distances ranging from a 10K to the marathon. A true runner that now offers 4% more energy return than its previous version and bursts onto the scene with a version specifically created for women.

This is a newsworthy feat since many of the women's models we see on the market do not meet the needs of the female anatomy and, therefore, do not meet the demands of our female runners.

Review of Adidas Ultraboost 22

27 January 2023

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adidas Ultraboost 22, cushioning, protection and comfort for all types of distances

I've heard a lot about the iconic adidas Ultraboost saga but it wasn't until the 22nd interaction of this model that I had the opportunity to test it. I can't hide the fact that after learning that the Ultraboost 22 were landing on the market with a specific version for women, my expectations for this model grew in a big way.

Adidas Ultraboost 22, the opinions of the RUNNEA team

To talk about the adidas Ultraboost 22 is to talk about a guarantee of cushioning, protection and comfort to face the most demanding distances on asphalt. Up to 4% more reactive than its previous version, the main new features of this model are focused on meeting the needs of female runners, but how? Through the creation of a specific last that translates into a narrower heel, a lower instep and a wider forefoot. Well, in the following lines I will tell you why this model has surprised me very, very pleasantly.

With the adidas Ultraboost 22 shoes, adidas is once again at the forefront of running and, on this occasion, it highlights one of the most established trends: women are the future of running.

adidas Ultraboost 22, runner's profile

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, runner profile

Without getting into technicalities that confuse or give rise to misunderstandings, we must be honest and make it clear that these Ultraboost 22 from adidas Running are not aimed at all types of runners. We are dealing with a heavyshoe, with a lot of structure, with a lot of cushioning, oriented to heavy runners, for runners over 80 kilos in the case of men and above 65-70kg in the case of women.

A shoe to run at easy paces; without looking at the time, only for those days when we go out to enjoy running without any pretensions of pace.

It is a daily training shoe with a superior cushioning the laps at relaxed rhythms but with certain nuances:

First nuance: while it is true that it is a shoe aimed at runners with neutral stride, it stands as a very accessible bet for runners who need a certain stability in running. We cannot classify it as a purely pronator shoe, far from it. Let's say it's somewhere in between; it has extra stability in the arch area to provide a more stable and comfortable support, helping to avoid overpronation during running.

Second nuance: its abundant cushioning and redesigned heel area make it a safe valor for heavy runners, those who land on their heels. It is not a versatile shoe, it is a shoe with which to run at easy paces; without looking at the time, only for those days when we go out to enjoy running without any pretensions of pace.

When we say that it is not a versatile model, it doesn't mean that we can't use it for other purposes beyond running at easy paces. It is a shoe with a technological framework of the highest quality with an RRP of 190 € and, therefore, a model that will respond with quality to very varied rhythms .

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, fit

However, this does not mean that it is aimed at beating the best records; for that we will already find many other models in the extensive adidas catalog.

What I liked most about the adidas Ultraboost 22

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, heel

The great point in favor of these Ultraboost 22 is that it is a product designed specifically by and for women. Based on more than 12 million foot scans from different runners, the women's version of the Ultraboost 22 features a new last with a narrower heel and wider forefoot.

Women runners need products that are geared to meet the needs of our feet - no more, no less.

A model that respects the principle of specificity that we so often demand; it is not enough to create a male model and then "take" the female version. Women runners need products oriented to meet the needs of our feet; nothing more, nothing less.

I enthusiastically welcome adidas Running 's commitment to creating products like this. Running shoes for women that offer an improved fit in areas as critical for us as the heel or the instep area. However, I'm in favor of the brands in the competitive world of running, more and more companies are joining the creation of specific products for women. Although there is still a long way to go, by the way.

Special mention should also be made of the excellent combination of the iconic Boost midsole with the LEP (Linear Energy Push) torsion system . A synergy that results in smoother, more dynamic and reactive transitions. Comfort is permanent, from mile one to mile 30; it doesn't fail.

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, upper

It is also important to highlight the excellent construction of the upper. With an upper made from PrimeKnit+ fabric, it offers an anatomically perfect 360° fit along with superior breathability. A sock-like upper that fits but does not oppress along with a very attractive aesthetic that is increasingly closer to the sneaker trend and also incorporates recycled materials.

Opportunities for improvement in the adidas Ultraboost 22

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, improvement opportunities

This is a heavy model, very forceful. Perhaps a weight reduction would make it a more accessible model. My running profile also has a lot to do with it, I am not the type of runner for whom this model is intended. However, I do think that a reduction of the various "unnecessary" elements that make up the construction of this model can translate into a lighter model.

This is something that we have been emphasizing in previous versions. The weight of this model limits its use in runners weighing less than 80 kilos. This is probably a well-thought-out adidas strategy, but for those of us who have been firm followers of this iconic saga for years, its weight limits its use.

With which running shoes can the adidas Ultraboost 22 be compared?

To talk about Ultraboost 22 is to talk about one of the longest running sagas in the world of running and flagship of adidas. A model that can be placed at the height of:

Conclusions about the adidas Ultraboost 22

Review adidas Ultraboost 22, conclusions

When we talk about the Ultraboost, we are referring to one of the most innovative shoes on the market. A sure valor for neutral and heavy runners looking to tackle high volume mileage on asphalt; with a perfect balance between cushioning, protection and comfort. A shoe to move at leisurely paces whose successful design makes it an ideal complement to combine with your daily looks.

A model that combines performance, design and functionality and whose twenty-second interaction places it as one of the great favorites for women who love this sport. A model that is cataloged as one of the best running shoes 2022 and that, without a doubt, will give a lot to talk about.

RUNNEA tester's final rating

  • Lightweight: 7
  • Responsiveness: 8
  • Cushioning: 10
  • Stability: 8
  • Flexibility: 7
  • Grip: 8

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Adidas Ultraboost 22 shoe is ranked 117 in the ranking of the best rated running shoes.

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