Once, the Adidas Ultraboost was among the best running shoes. Early versions gave a comfortable ride with a durable, good-looking design. The recent updates to the shoe have made it heavier and heavier until the Ultraboost 22 was simply too hefty to enjoy using, even for easy runs.
So I was pleased to discover that the Adidas Ultraboost Light uses a substantially lighter midsole foam than the Ultraboost 22. As a result, it’s a much better running shoe, though the best cushioned running shoes from other brands still offer more than the Ultraboost Light in regard to value and performance.
