ADIDAS - Supernova Prima

I'm slightly taller and heavier than you and the Supernova Prima should give you that

Supernova Prima pairs great with the Evo SL. It’s on sale now for $67. Amazing value for the money.

The Boston 12 is actually perfect for long normal to fast pace runs. For long easy runs I got the Supernova Prima and it’s really nice and comfortable.

I have Novablast 4 and 5 for daily, Supernova Prima for easy/long, Takumi Sen 10 for interval and short racing, and Evo SL for short fast runs (3k/5k) or tempo. They’re a lot of fun. However, I didn’t like it for easy long runs or recovery. Probably those who swear by it for easy running have their easy runs as fast as my race pace lol

Great question as I struggle with that sometimes. First, just a disclaimer that I’m a shopping addict so having more categories serves to justify buying more shoes. The NB4 is honestly more than enough for someone like me. Injured, 43m with a 5k of 24 minutes lol. I also have the Zoom Fly 6, SL2, Alpha Fly 3 and Adios 9. But seriously, daily would be smthn like the NB4 where I go out and run without any planning, just run however I feel at the time and add more miles. Unless I have a planned session (tempo, interval, easy or long), I’m going to wear the NB4. It’s usually 5k-10k at zone 2/3, which is most of my days. The Supernova Prima certainly works great for that purpose, and the NB4 works great for long runs.

I think few peoples were saying that it does soften up but it never really did it for me. Still have a pair now and took it off again last week and ended up with knee pain on my first run. Done few longer runs in past -14-16km and god my feet were broken for 2-3 days after. It just never worked for me. I don’t necessarily need a lot of stability but I do lot of easy running and anything softer/unstable is causing some discomfort / ankle pain after couple of weeks. Use supernova prima mainly now for easy and not had any problems at all - not stability shoe necessarily but presto stable and not that soft either. Used GT2000, Kayano 30 saucony guide before - never had same problems like in Tempus.

This for me as well - slight overpronation - when using exclusively soft shoes whole week I do get in trouble very quickly - my 2 weeks with nb1080v14/Evo SL ended up with 2 months of ankle /PTTD pain. Switched to more stable rotation (supernova prima/boston 13) and doesn’t have any issue since then. Still using unstable Adios 9 / Takumi Sen 10 on some faster intervals but basic is done on stable shoes and that does help. If you overpronate mildly I don’t think you need Stability shoes as such, just buy something Stable/Neutral so you got solid base and mix it with something fast/fun which might be bit unstable in your rotation for faster stuff. I think personally there are stability problems with newer shoes but more than before as you have lots of soft foam / higher stack shoes that do cause various issues which did not exist 3-4 years ago.

If you in the US try supernova prima that adidas has for €64 now - might work very well for you. Nice wide fit, soft but not too soft (1080/nimbus), stable and not too heavy. Worth a go and Adidas offers 30 days No question returns so zero risk.

Seconding Vinted! Or eBay. If they don’t work out, they go back on there for no loss. I’ve got some near spotless shoes all for £30 or less (Supernova Primas, two pairs of RC Elite v2s, Rebel V2/V3/V4s, Streakflys) that I’ve run into the ground.

I’ve got wide feet, mostly in the midfoot. Just worn a pair of ForeverRuns out (rip in the in the upper) and am currently enjoying Supernova Prima v1s, probably more so than the FRs. Both have stability elements without feeling like running in clogs, save my overpronating ankles on the long runs for sure.

Supernova Rise 2 is a daily trainer If you can get a 2 shoes rotation, I'll suggest: Long/Easy run shoes: Supernova Prima/Adistar 3/Prime X 2 Tempo/workout/raceday: Boston 12/13, EVO SL, Adios Pro 3 Adizero line doesn't really have any cushioned option for long and easy runs, most cushioned model is Adizero SL2 maybe that's good enough for elite runners?

I've really enjoyed the lineup of adidas running shoes recently. I have the Boston 13s and EVO SL for tempo and daily runs, Adios Pro 4 for long run races, and I've mixed in the SL2s and Supernova Rise & Primas for other daily mileage. I've been hoping and wishing for something like the Hyperboost Edge. With that all being said- does this takeover for the adidas Supernova Prima from a maximum cushion point-of-view? Or will the Hyperboost material and range continue to evolve separately? To have the Ultra Boost, Adizero, and Hyperboost or will Hyperboost fit into the Ultra Boost family of products? Thank you!

Thank you so much for your reply- keep up the great work!! Very excited for this shoe- my Supernova Primas used to be my traveling shoe if I could only take one pair, but the Hyperboost Edge seems like it’ll be my new favorite! I hope to try it sometime soon! Happy Launch Day!!

Hey OP. I have very flat feet and also pronate quite a lot. I'm currently using the Adidas Supernova Prima as my go to stability shoe for long and easy runs. Still shopping around for a race day shoe, so if you find anything that works for you please let me know

The Supernova’s from Adidas could be perfect. They all stability elements. The rise and prima are perfect daily trainer with perfect stability, a great upper and massive energy return with 10mm drop. The prima is the max cushioned rise with 8mm drop. Nearly as stable as the rise but a bit softer.

I use them for shorter faster runs and really enjoy the Supernova Prima for daily/long. The Prima could probably do it all for you, though, and you know it works. If it ain’t broke?

I see you tried and like the Supernova Prima. For me, that’s nearly as good as the Superblast 2 without the price/noise.

High instep, high arch and slightly wider forefoot here - lots of trial and error! I feel you. Here's a few I've liked: \- Vomero Plus (a touch narrow in the toe box, but otherwise works really well) \- TYR Maverick - My current favorite shoe, and my daily. Anatomic toebox, flexible offer and great lockdown with 44m drop in a lightweight package. \- EVO SL - Fits really well, but is best for fast runs and not the most stable. Not a beginning shoe, IMO (no idea your running journey). Frequently on sale for \~$100. \- Adidas Supernova Prima - Excellent fit and foam, very balanced daily trainer. \- NB SC Elite V4 and V5 - More of a racing shoe, but also suitable for speed work and long runs. Does have a carbon fiber plate, but the V4 version is one of the least aggressive race shoes out there. Hope this helps!

At that price point, something like the Supernova is going to be more exciting and versatile with a better fit, too.

Less frequently recommended, but solid shoe: Adidas Supernova Prima. First edition is still out there on sale and has a roomier upper than the Prima 2. You can also try the Rise, which is the lower stack sister.