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Adizero Boston 13

ADIDAS Adizero Boston 13

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TL;DR: Tempo/speed workhorse, versatile, but causes arch pain for some.

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Sentiment score75% positive
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Last updated: Oct 11, 2026

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Reddit Icon1inchforlife
6 months ago

Fellow 100+kg runner, am happy with Boston 12/13, Prime X2 Strung, Superblast 2

Reddit Icon430sv
8 months ago

Boston 13s are always on sale somewhere. ASOS have some listed at £98 so I’m just waiting for them to drop a 25 or 30% promo code

Reddit Icon6to8design
12 months ago

Check out my review where I compare the Boston 13 and Evo SL: [Here.](https://www.reddit.com/r/RunningShoeGeeks/comments/1lt3vo5/thoughts_on_the_boston_13_as_a_long_run_shoe_for/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)

Reddit Iconablebody_95
10 months ago

I rotate between 6-8 pairs, so I suggest getting at least two pairs. As far as what to suggest; running shoes are extremely personal. Everyone is different. I’ve been loving Adidas Adizero EVO SLs, ASICs Superblast 2s, Hoka Skyward X for those middle distance easy runs, Adidas Boston 13s for threshold work, Saucony Endorphin Speeds for threshold, and I also have a stable of race shoes (Nike Vaporflys, Alphaflys) for intervals and racing.

Reddit IconAcceptable_Canuck
9 months ago

I’d go Nimbus 27 + Boston 13. That’s what I’ve been using lately and really like both but im not quite as fast as you are. You can get both on sale now.

10 months ago

I don’t have any stability needs but I find the heel of the Boston 13 to be pretty unstable. If I was a heel striker it’d definitely be tough to wrangle.

Reddit IconAccurateRumour
5 months ago

I’m a huge fan of Bostons. Think they’re overlooked vs evos most of the time. I wear them as a daily as i prefer a firmer shoe.

4 months ago

I love my Bostons. Id recommend them to anyone but particular anyone whos heavier or needing a little more support than Evos. They're also at a pice point currently thats pretty unbeatable.

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