adidas have been doing a killer job in the running space with their EVO SL and Adios Pro Evo franchises, but today they’ve unveiled the Dropset Elite – a hybrid athlete’s dream. This brand new silhouette merges the speed-heavy Adizero tech with the functional strength of the Dropset range, delivering a piece of footwear that’s both quick and stable.
‘Hybrid fitness racing is surging in popularity, but athletes have been forced to compromise between the cushioning and energy return of a running shoe and the stability and support of a training shoe,’ said Aimee Arana, global SVP & GM adidas sportswear & training. ‘We've eliminated that compromise by integrating the proven technology in our speed-focused Adizero line – known for helping athletes secure over 200 race wins and 29 world records – with the best-in-class technology seen in our Dropset range, which has fuelled victories at some of the biggest cross-functional fitness stages in the world and is worn by top athletes across sports for their training routines. This combination has resulted in a product that delivers pace and power in one shoe for this new era of athletic performance.’
The Dropset Elite was made at team Trefoil's Innovation Lab, with the model debuted in Melbourne by athlete Tim Wenisch at the HYROX Elite 15 Male Singles competition last year. ‘When wearing the adidas Adizero Dropset Elite, I feel fast, stable, and in control,’ Wenisch said. ‘The grip is great and I feel supported throughout the race. This shoe unlocks a whole new level of confidence for me on the course. With it, I’m more determined than ever to defend my title and become the back-to-back World Champion in Stockholm later this year.’
There’s plenty of tech present in this multipurpose shoe, like favourites such as Lightstrike Pro Foam and Continental rubber. Elsewhere, an Energy Rim is present to guide your feet, footadapt sockliner for added support, and engineered geometry to aid in optimal body position.
You can expect the adidas Dropset Elite to arrive on March 18 at your usual Trefoil stockist.
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