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Best adidas sneakers for men over 40

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CampusCampusTerraceSizing · wide feetRuns small.$110 · Mid-range · at stores

22 of 23 recommend · 1 against

Fit

  • SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • Campus 00s · SizingSizing: opinions differ (runs large, true to size, runs small).
  • Campus 00s · Width · narrow feetSome reports disagree: narrow.
  • Campus 00s · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • Campus 00s · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels heavy.
  • Campus 00s · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Wearers said they had not seen creasing.
  • upperTearing.
  • Broken stitching.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Campus 00s · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Campus 00s · upperComing apart.
  • Campus 00s · ConditionSome pairs have worn out.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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Forum LowForum LowCourtForum Low · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$100 · Mid-range

19 of 20 recommend · 1 against

Fit

  • Forum Low · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Forum Low · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Forum Low · Comfort · All dayComfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.
  • Forum Low · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.
  • Forum Low · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Forum Low · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Forum LowCreasing, fading.
  • Forum Low · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • Forum Low · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Forum Low
Stan SmithStan SmithCourtSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$100 · Mid-range

15 of 16 recommend · 1 mixed

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • Stan Smith · SizingRuns large.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All day · hot weatherComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Fading.
  • Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Grip · wood surfaceA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Stan Smith
Supernova Rise 3Supernova Rise 3TrainerSupernova Rise 3 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$169 · Mid-range · at stores

14 of 17 recommend · 2 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • Supernova Rise 3 · Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • Supernova Rise 3 · WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • SUPERNOVA RISE 3 RUNNING · WeightSome reports disagree: light.
  • Supernova Rise 3 · WeightWeight: opinions differ (light).

Wear over time

  • SUPERNOVA RISE 3 RUNNING · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Supernova Rise 3 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Weather & grip

  • Supernova Rise 3 · Heat · hot weatherFeels cool.
  • Supernova Rise 3 · Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Supernova Rise 3 · RainDescribed as keeping water out.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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GazelleGazelleTerraceSizingSizing: opinions differ (runs large, runs small, true to size).$110 · Mid-range

11 of 13 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy / snug. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • Gazelle Indoor · SizingTrue to size.
  • Gazelle Indoor · Width · narrow feetNarrow fit.
  • Gazelle Indoor · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • Gazelle · SizingRuns large.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • Gazelle Indoor · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Creasing, fading.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Gazelle Indoor · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Gazelle
Handball SpezialHandball SpezialTerraceHandball Spezial · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$120 · Mid-range

15 of 18 recommend · 3 against

Fit

  • Handball Spezial · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Handball Spezial · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Handball Spezial · Comfort · All dayComfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.
  • Handball Spezial · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • Handball Spezial · Comfort · Short wearUncomfortable for this use.
  • Handball Spezial · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Handball Spezial · AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Handball SpezialFading.
  • Handball Spezial · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Handball Spezial
SuperstarSuperstarCourtSizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$62–$170 · Mid-range · at stores

14 of 19 recommend · 3 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • Toe roomTight around the toes.
  • WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • Superstar II · SizingTrue to size.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceHow it keeps its looks: opinions differ (keeps its looks, wears quickly).
  • Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Broken stitching, a tear in the upper.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Superstar IICreasing.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Superstar
SambaSambaTerraceSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$100 · Mid-range

9 of 11 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • Toe roomSnug around the toes.
  • WidthWidth: opinions differ (narrow, wide).
  • Samba OG · Sizing · narrow feetTrue to size.
  • Samba OG · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Samba OG · Toe roomRoomy / snug. Reports differ.
  • Samba OG · Width · wide feetNarrow fit.
  • Samba OG · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Samba OG · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Samba OG · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe over 4 years of wear.
  • Wearers said they had not seen sole separation.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Samba OG · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Weather & grip

  • GripA secure grip is reported.
  • Samba OG · After rainNo damage was reported after rain.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Samba
SL 72SL 72RunnerSizing · thick socksRuns small.$110 · Mid-range · at stores

13 of 17 recommend · 1 mixed, 3 against

Fit

  • SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • SL 72 RS · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • SL 72 RS · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • SL 72 RS · WidthNarrow fit.
  • SL 72 · InstepTight over the instep.
  • SL 72 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • SL 72 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • SL 72 · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • SL 72 RS · WeightFeels light.
  • SL 72 · Weight · wet weatherFeels light.
  • SL 72 · WeightFeels light.

Weather & grip

  • HeatFeels cool.
  • Grip · wet weatherSlipping is reported.
  • SL 72 RS · HeatFeels cool.
Read about SL 72
Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5XTrainerUltraboost 5X · Sizing · wide feetTrue to size.$100–$180 · Mid-range · at stores

21 of 30 recommend · 1 mixed, 8 against

Fit

  • Ultraboost 5X · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Ultraboost 5X · Toe room · wide feetRoomy around the toes.
  • Ultraboost 5X · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Ultraboost 5X · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • Ultraboost 5X · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Ultraboost 5X · Comfort · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.
  • Ultraboost 5X · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Ultraboost 5X · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Ultraboost 5X · outsoleAbrasion.
  • Ultraboost 5XFading.
  • Ultraboost 5X · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Ultraboost 5XSole separation, a tear in the upper.
  • Ultraboost 5X · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Ultraboost 5X · Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Ultraboost 5X · GripOpinions differ on grip.
  • Ultraboost 5X · RainWater got into the shoes.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Ultraboost 5X
Grand CourtGrand CourtCourtGrand Court · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$60–$70 · Budget · at stores

11 of 15 recommend · 4 against

Fit

  • Grand Court · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Grand Court · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Grand Court · Comfort · Walking · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Grand Court · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Grand Court · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Grand Court · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Grand Court · outsoleAbrasion.
  • Grand CourtCreasing.
  • Grand Court · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Grand Court · upperTearing.
  • Grand Court · ConditionSome pairs have worn out.

Weather & grip

  • Grand Court · HeatFeels cool.
  • Grand Court · Rain · wet weatherDescribed as keeping water out.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Grand Court
Continental 80Continental 80CourtContinental 80 · SizingSizing: opinions differ (runs large, runs small, true to size).$66–$128 · Budget · at stores

10 of 15 recommend · 2 mixed, 3 against

Fit

  • Continental 80 · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • Continental 80 · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Continental 80 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Continental 80 · Comfort · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.
  • Continental 80 · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • Continental 80Creasing.
  • Continental 80 · upperTearing.
  • Continental 80Broken stitching.
  • Continental 80 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Continental 80
Lite Racer AdaptLite Racer AdaptTrainerSizingTrue to size.$70 · Budget

6 of 9 recommend · 1 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Weight · WalkingFeels light.
  • WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or under 3 months of wear.
  • stitchingComing apart.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • HeatFeels cool.
  • RainWater got into the shoes.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Lite Racer Adapt
Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion SockTrainerCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$70 · Budget

3 of 3 recommend

Fit

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Beyond the individual pair

What repeats across adidas

Strengths and trade-offs that recur in the models here. The version and the way you wear it still matter.

What works well

Comfort through the day

All day

Comfortable for this use.

Reported across Campus 00s, Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock, Continental 80 and other pairs.

Different experience: Campus. Uncomfortable for this use.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • CampusCampus 00s · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Continental 80Continental 80 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • GazelleComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Lite Racer AdaptComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • SambaComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • SambaSamba OG · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • SL 72Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Stan SmithComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • SuperstarComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • CampusComfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

  • Forum LowForum Low · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.

How the weight feels

Feels light.

Reported across Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock, Gazelle, Gazelle Indoor and other pairs.

Different experience: Campus. Feels heavy.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Weight

    Feels light.

  • GazelleWeight

    Feels light.

  • GazelleGazelle Indoor · Weight

    Feels light.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Weight

    Feels light.

  • Lite Racer AdaptWeight

    Feels light.

  • SL 72Weight

    Feels light.

  • SL 72SL 72 RS · Weight

    Feels light.

  • SL 72SL 72 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • SuperstarWeight

    Feels light.

  • CampusWeight

    Feels heavy.

  • Continental 80Continental 80 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • Forum LowForum Low · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Supernova Rise 3SUPERNOVA RISE 3 RUNNING · Weight

    Some reports disagree: light.

  • Supernova Rise 3Supernova Rise 3 · Weight

    Weight: opinions differ (light).

  • Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5X · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

What to weigh up

Width

Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Reported across Continental 80, Forum Low, Gazelle and other pairs.

Different experience: Campus. Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • Continental 80Continental 80 · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Forum LowForum Low · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • GazelleWidth

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Stan SmithWidth

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5X · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • CampusWidth

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • CampusCampus 00s · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Width

    Wide fit.

  • GazelleGazelle Indoor · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • Lite Racer AdaptWidth

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • SambaWidth

    Width: opinions differ (narrow, wide).

  • SambaSamba OG · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • SL 72SL 72 RS · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • SL 72SL 72 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • Supernova Rise 3Supernova Rise 3 · Width

    Regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • SuperstarWidth

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

Length & sizing

Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

Reported across Forum Low, Grand Court, Handball Spezial and other pairs.

Different experience: Campus. Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • Forum LowForum Low · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SambaSamba OG · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SL 72SL 72 · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SuperstarSizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • CampusSizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • CampusCampus 00s · Sizing

    Sizing: opinions differ (runs large, true to size, runs small).

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Continental 80Continental 80 · Sizing

    Sizing: opinions differ (runs large, runs small, true to size).

  • GazelleSizing

    Sizing: opinions differ (runs large, runs small, true to size).

  • GazelleGazelle Indoor · Sizing

    True to size.

  • GazelleGazelle · Sizing

    Runs large.

  • Lite Racer AdaptSizing

    True to size.

  • SambaSizing

    Runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SL 72Sizing

    Runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SL 72SL 72 RS · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Stan SmithSizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Stan SmithStan Smith · Sizing

    Runs large.

  • Supernova Rise 3Supernova Rise 3 · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • SuperstarSuperstar II · Sizing

    True to size.

  • Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5X · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

After the first impression

How adidas pairs age

Appearance and wear can tell different stories. Here is what repeats as the pairs get used.

Keeping a tidy appearance

Keeps its looks.

Reported across Campus, Campus 00s, Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock and other pairs.

Different experience: Forum Low. Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • CampusAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • CampusCampus 00s · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Cloudfoam Cuxxion SockCloudfoam Cuxxion Sock · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • GazelleGazelle Indoor · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • SambaAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • SambaSamba OG · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Stan SmithAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Supernova Rise 3SUPERNOVA RISE 3 RUNNING · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Supernova Rise 3Supernova Rise 3 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Forum LowForum Low · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • GazelleAppearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Lite Racer AdaptAppearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • SuperstarAppearance

    How it keeps its looks: opinions differ (keeps its looks, wears quickly).

  • Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5X · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Visible wear

Creasing.

Reported across Continental 80, Grand Court, Superstar II.

Different experience: Campus. Wearers said they had not seen creasing.

Which pairs, and where it differs

Wear: upper

Tearing.

Reported across Campus, Continental 80, Grand Court.

Different experience: Campus 00s. Coming apart.

Which pairs, and where it differs
Time owners have worn their pairs

Reported time already worn, not an expected lifespan. These periods are not paired with the condition reports above.

  • Forum LowForum Low · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • GazelleTime worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Grand CourtGrand Court · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • Handball SpezialHandball Spezial · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Lite Racer AdaptTime worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or under 3 months of wear.

  • SambaTime worn

    Owners describe over 4 years of wear.

  • Stan SmithTime worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.

  • SuperstarTime worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • Ultraboost 5XUltraboost 5X · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

What it costs

adidas prices, model by model

Regular maker prices for 14 of the 14 models in our catalogue run from $59.98 (Grand Court) to $180 (Ultraboost 5X).

  1. Grand Court$59.98–$69.99
  2. Cloudfoam Cuxxion Sock$70
  3. Lite Racer Adapt$70
  4. Continental 80$66.20–$128.37
  5. Forum Low$100
  6. Samba$100
  7. Stan Smith$100
  8. Campus$109.95–$110
  9. Gazelle$110
  10. SL 72$110
  11. Superstar$61.99–$170
  12. Handball Spezial$120
  13. Ultraboost 5X$99.98–$180
  14. Supernova Rise 3$169

Regular prices from the maker’s US pages. Model pages show the dates; prices may have changed.

See it in use

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See the pairs on feet and hear the reviewers’ experiences.

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The wider picture

More about adidas

How the brand is received

Brand signals

The evidence behind adidas

  • Rating evidence

    Overall review score 7.6/10. 13 of 14 catalogued models rated, each with equal weight; 206 distinct identified authors.

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