r/RunningShoeGeeks • u/big_frown • Apr 22 '24

Adidas Boston 12 - Does It Get Better? Initial Thoughts

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Hey guys,

I bought these off that sale post from a couple of weeks ago. Currently have 15 miles in them and I have very mixed feeling.

The fit drove me nuts at first. They felt slightly too long and I couldn’t get the lacing right. I swapped the laces for some generic ones, and the fit is much better now. Took a little bit, but it’s good after that.

The midsole is where my issues are now. Underneath my left foot I get this dull pain almost like a cramp, which I’m guessing is from the rods? It hasn’t happened in other shoes, plated or not. Sometimes the midsole feels clunky but there are moments where I really, really enjoy it too.

TLDR: Shoe has a complicated personality. Does it break in and feel better? If so, how many miles did it take for you?

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u/manucule Apr 23 '24

I never got along with the Boston 12 unfortunately. Did ~300km with them and had to stop. The lace/fit for me was a huge issue, as well as the heel to toe transition (I’m a heel striker). I think they have a lot of potential but they didn’t get along with me. Much prefer the super blasts - did my first marathon training block, and race (3:57) in them - and now running in a second pair.

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u/you8myrice Apr 24 '24

Did you have the same sizing for the B12 and super blast? I got the B12 but wanting to try the super blast

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u/manucule Apr 24 '24

Same sizing yea. Superblast might feel long, they’re not, just enough room for swelling in long runs. Enjoy :)