The Best Trail Shoes from adidas Terrex

Do you find it hard to find the right shoe for your needs? Marketing lingo, catchy names, and fancy tech. But don't worry. I will help you understand it all, so you become an expert in the running shoes from adidas Terrex after reading the article or watching the video.

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Some think adidas Terrex is part of adidas running, but it's actually a brand that works independently, though it can use some synergies from adidas running, primarily working with pro runners to create the best shoes possible.

When you see the names of adidas Terrex shoes , there are two things to notice. First, the category: Agravic, Speed, or Soulstride, and second, the type: Pro, Ultra, or Flow.

If you're confused, I understand. You've been bombarded with six strange words, but soon it will all make sense.

Let's start with the three categories.

adidas Terrex - Agravic, Speed & Soulstride

Agravic shoes offer maximum protection. They have a standard fit for technical terrain but mainly aim to shield you from sharp rocks typical in mountainous areas. If you want a durable shoe, the Agravic series is for you.

Next are the Speed shoes. They're lighter, with a narrower fit, and indeed, made for speed and technical running.

The last category is Soulstride. Here, you get maximum comfort with a wider fit for extended comfort, ideal for wide forest paths and gravel roads.

adidas Terrex Agravic Pro

The adidas Terrex Agravic Pro is the first shoe I'll talk about. They're made with top technologies. This means BOA lacing, a durable upper, Continental rubber, a sock-like construction, and a Pebax plate that propels you forward and protects you while keeping the shoes agile and not too stiff.

Agravic Pro is for runners needing a shoe for technical or mountainous terrain and want the absolute best.

adidas Terrex Agravic Ultra

All shoes named “Ultra” are made for longer distances and feature some form of BOOST midsole. Agravic Ultra is the best trail shoe adidas Terrex can offer if you want a shoe that handles both technical terrain and long distances. This shoe combines BOOST and Lightstrike in the midsole, a PEBAX plate for protection and stability, and a Continental outsole.

If you live somewhere with many technical trail sections and want a mileage shoe for it, or you want the most versatile trail shoe for ultra running, Agravic Ultra is the right shoe for you.

adidas Terrex Speed Pro

The Speed series focuses on being agile, light, and fast. First, you'll notice the numbers on the side are lower. Some think it's the model name, but it's the shoe weight in sample size (EU 42.5). adidas Terrex Speed Pro is extremely light, fast, and has a narrow fit, ideal for quick runs in technical terrain or short races. These shoes are made for those who prioritize speed!

adidas Terrex Speed Ultra

If you want more comfort but still stay light on your feet, look for adidas Terrex Speed Ultra. Speed Ultra is a fun shoe, especially for adidas fans who loved the old Boston . As mentioned earlier, adidas Terrex collaborates with athletes to develop their shoes, and one of these athletes loved the old Boston so much that they made a shoe for him.

This is a Boston 7 made for trail running, with a more structured upper and a full Continental trail outsole. If you want something fast and agile, with enough cushioning for longer runs, this is the way to go.

adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow

The new adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow is next on our list. It's the first shoe in the Soulstride series and is made with a wider fit, making it more comfortable but less suited for technical terrain. Soulstride Flow is the perfect shoe for mileage training in the woods, on gravel roads, or general trails with flow.

In the midsole, you'll find Repetitor foam, also in adidas Adistar shoes , combined with a midsole rocker geometry that makes trail running easy and fun. It's called flow for a reason.

adidas Terrex TrailRider Gore-Tex

Finally, we've added a shoe that doesn't fit into the categories or other types. adidas Terrex TrailRide Gore-Tex. It's based on the Agravic series, it's very durable and versatile, can handle a bit of everything, and keeps your feet dry.