Max Cushion Shoes — Cadence Market Analysis

Cadence defines Max Cushion shoes as current models carrying the highest cushioning classification in the database. Unlike the other pages, this group spans multiple use categories, including Daily Trainers, Super Trainers, and Racing shoes. What connects the models is their Max cushioning classification rather than one specific training purpose. Current Max Cushion shoes have some of the highest stack measurements in the Cadence database, making this page useful for comparing how those taller platforms differ in listed weight, price, drop, and plate use.

Current Max Cushion Market

38 current shoes tracked by Cadence across 10 brands.

Median list price: $200
Median listed weight: 9.05 oz
Median heel stack: 45 mm
Median drop: 6 mm
Plated: 55%

Statistics are calculated from current shoes tracked in the Cadence database. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.

What the Current Market Looks Like

The median price among current Max Cushion shoes tracked by Cadence is $200 — notably higher than the broader current market.
The median heel stack among current Max Cushion shoes tracked by Cadence is 45 mm — notably higher than the broader current market.
The median forefoot stack among current Max Cushion shoes tracked by Cadence is 38 mm — notably higher than the broader current market.
The median midsole drop among current Max Cushion shoes tracked by Cadence is 6 mm — notably lower than the broader current market.
Current Max Cushion shoes span all three Cadence categories: 15 Super Shoes, 12 Super Trainers, 11 Trainers.

Category Distribution

Typical price range

The middle 50% of current models fall between $180 and $250.

Typical listed weight range

The middle 50% of current models fall between 7.5 oz and 10 oz.

Typical heel stack range

The middle 50% of current models fall between 42 mm and 46 mm.

Objective Leaders

Lowest listed weights

Highest heel stacks

Lower-priced models

Lowest drop

Highest drop

Browse Current Max Cushion (38)

Adidas Trainers

Adistar 4

Price

$140

Max Cushion Shoes — Cadence Market Analysis

Current Max Cushion Market

What the Current Market Looks Like

Category Distribution

Objective Leaders

Lowest listed weights

Highest heel stacks

Lower-priced models

Lowest drop

Highest drop

Browse Current Max Cushion (38)

Adistar 4

Adizero Pime X Evo

Adizero Prime X3 Strung

Hyperboost Edge

GlideRide Max 2

Megablast

Metaspeed Edge

Metaspeed Ray

Metaspeed Sky

Sonicblast

Superblast 3

Glycerin Max 2

Hyperion Max 3

Bondi 9

Cielo X1 3.0

Clifton 10

Skyward X 2

Hyperwarp Elite

Hyperwarp Pro

Neo Vista 3

Neo Zen 2

Wave Rebellion Flash 3

Wave Rebellion Pro 3

Wave Rebellion Pro 3 LO

Fresh Foam X 860 v15

Fresh Foam X Balos v1

Fresh Foam X More v6

SuperComp Trainer v3

Pegasus Premium

Vomero Plus

Vomero Premium

Cloudboom Strike

Cloudboom Strike LS

Cloudboom Volt

Cloudmonster 3 Hyper

MagMax Nitro 2

Endorphin Trainer

Hurricane 25

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