
AdidasAdizero Prime X3 Strung
Details
The Adidas Adizero Prime X3 Strung redefines the super-trainer category with a blend of cutting-edge innovation, cushioning, and precision design. Built as the ultimate fusion of training comfort and racing technology, this over-stacked powerhouse delivers the exhilarating feel of a marathon racer in a package durable enough for daily performance.
At its core lies a triple-layer Lightstrike Pro midsole — a plush, high-energy system engineered for maximum rebound and impact protection. Replacing the previous dual-plate setup, Adidas integrates carbon-infused Energy Rods beneath the top plate for a smoother, more efficient stride. The result is a propulsive, trampoline-like sensation that keeps your legs fresher over long sessions while amplifying speed and momentum.
The upper showcases Adidas’ groundbreaking Strung technology, a precision-woven textile created through data-driven mapping to deliver targeted flexibility and support. The forefoot expands naturally for unrestricted toe splay, while the midfoot and heel are reinforced to keep you secure atop the towering stack of foam.
Underfoot, the redesigned Lighttraxion outsole enhances durability and trims weight compared to its predecessor, providing confident grip on a variety of surfaces without compromising efficiency.
Every element of the Prime X3 Strung has been crafted for performance and indulgence alike. Whether you’re logging long runs, recovering between races, or chasing marathon-level comfort in everyday training, this shoe transforms every stride into a smooth, exhilarating experience.
MIDSOLE
- Lightstrike Pro superfoam forms three layers of improved supercritical TPEE that's lighter, softer, and bouncier than before.
- Full-length carbon fiber plate is top-loaded for stability, foam loading, and rigid snappiness.
- Energy Rods 2.0 are made of carbon fiber-infused polymer and scoop-shaped to match the revised rocker point for optimal running economy.
OUTSOLE
- Lighttraxion GCPU compound is cast polyurethane, offering strong grip and flexible durability at a reduced weight.
- Continental rubber section under the medial forefoot provides sticky and durable traction in the important toe-off area.
UPPER
- Strung material is created by placing each thread into a single composite with specific zones and properties, resulting in a cohesive upper tuned for support and flexibility where needed. This version adds flexibility in forefoot expansion zones.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Adidas Adizero Prime X3 Strung compares with 25 current Super Trainers / Daily+Workout shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- Max
- Listed weight
- Notably heavy for category
- Stack
- Notably high for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- Yes
- Group
- Super Trainers / Daily+Workout
Compared With Super Trainers / Daily+Workout
| Metric | Adizero Prime X3 Strung | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 10.1oz | 9oz | Heavier (86th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 50mm | 43mm | Higher (92nd percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 43mm | 35mm | Higher (90th percentile) |
| Drop | 7mm | 8mm | Lower (40th percentile) |
| Price | $300 | $190 | Higher range (98th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $300, its price sits $110 above the median of the 25 current Super Trainers / Daily+Workout shoes in the Cadence database ($190).
- Its 43mm forefoot stack is 8.0mm above the current Super Trainers / Daily+Workout median of 35mm (n=25).
- At 10.1 oz, its listed weight is 1.1 oz above the median of the 25 current Super Trainers / Daily+Workout shoes in the Cadence database (9 oz).
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