adidas Drainage System

a.D.S. is a patented drainage system where the integrated inlay/midsole is perforated to offer maximum water drainage, cushion and comfort. Used exclusively in certain adventure products this technology is ideally suited for use in very wet environments.

adiPRENE

A very durable, shock absorbing, foam based material. Placed either at the lateral impact zone or as insert directly under heel bone adiPRENE reduces repetitive impact forces. The lateral positioning helps reduce the foot’s pronation velocity, thereby enhancing the shoe’s motion control characteristics.

adiPRENE+

adiPRENE+ is a lightweight, highly durable cushioning material located in the forefoot area of most technical adidas footwear products. Highly elastic, this material provides reduced impact forces and an efficient toe-off. adiPRENE+ can be a midsole insert or can be used for the entire forefoot itself.

blue adiPrene

A version of adiPRENE rearfoot lasting in 450 shore hardness to offer additional cushioning properties. Featured in technical Cushion shoes.

grey LITESTRIKE EVA

Rearfoot lasting in 550 shore hardness to offer additional stability and comfort properties. Featured in Technical Control shoes.

adiTUFF™

An abrasion-resistant material used in the toe and/or lateral forefoot area of a shoe's upper to protect from excessive wear.

adiWEAR™

Extremely durable, non-marking rubber used primarily for high-abrasion activities which require the optimal balance of excellent abrasion resistance, traction, and flexibility. In running, adiWear is used to reduce wear in the heel landing area and the toe-off area.

a³ Energy Management System

UA midsole cushioning and control system. From initial impact through toe-off, every phase of the foot strike is addressed through specific materials, geometry and level of firmness. The a³ system provides 4 distinct benefits:

Durability – Highly durable TPU,

Thermal Stability – Withstands high variances in temperatures with little effect on performance,

Reproducibility – ability to maintain consistency in the production process,

Engineered Modularity – ability to address all biomechanical requirements throughout the shoe.

Bounce

Uses the same technology as the a3 system. And therefore offers the same technical benefits. In a bounce shoe the structure units connect directly to the heal counter. With the lowered sockliner chassis, the foot is closer to the cushioning elements. This provides the athlete with an even softer, more comfortable ride and a better energy return - the Bounce effect.

ClimaCool

ClimaCool is a system combining moisture-managing materials and ventilation in key areas. ClimaCool creates an efficient system for the evaporation of sweat and 360? ventilation to help regulate an athlete’s body temperature for improved efficiency and comfort.

ClimaProof

ClimaProof is a system which offers wind and water protection as the main benefit to the athlete. The typical construction is to use a breathable coating on the surface of a shoe’s upper material. Ventilation is integrated into key heat and sweat zones, in some cases supported by use of ClimaLite lining for moisture transport.

ForMotion™

The ForMotion™ system reduces your foot’s pronation velocity and knee rotation. The key to ForMotion™ footwear is the active ForMotion™ element in the midsole. It adjusts to your sport motion in order to let your foot adapt more naturally to the landing surface. At any angle of touchdown, a pair of radiused, sliding plates in the midsole begin to slow horizontal forces the moment your foot touches ground. Your foot experiences a much smoother, more natural touchdown with every step, and minimises potentially harmful knee stress. With ForMotion™, adidas is the first-ever brand to deliver a shoe that adapts to both horizontal and vertical impact forces to provide comfort and control in all three dimensions.

geoFIT™

Anatomically placed foam pads (which are made of long memory foam) wrap around the heel and follow the form of the foot, evenly distributing pressure for an improved fit, increased comfort and an enhanced sense of security and stability. geoFIT™ offers a wide variety of benefits to an athlete including enhanced comfort, better heel fit and better pressure distribution around the entire rearfoot and midfoot section.

geoFIT Frame

A chassis construction that has a TORSION® SYSTEM bar which extends to the heel and acts as an external heel counter, providing superior stability so there is no need for an internal heel counter, thus saving on weight. To improve fit and comfort in the heel, an anatomically shaped, moulded EVA piece is added creating a one-piece upper and lining. Traditionally, when constructing heels an internal heel counter is inserted between upper material and lining.

NoSeam

A technology bonds the frame of the shoe directly onto the upper forefoot area and eliminates the need for seams and overlays. This increases the shoes performance in 2 major ways:
Support: In the moulding process, the material thickness and geometry can be adjusted to get the exact amount of support needed for the shoe, enhancing both performance and protection.
Protection: The impact-resistant qualities of NoSeam protect feet from impact and injuries. Because TPU material is more protective than standard overlay materials, NoSeam can be designed to protect in areas as needed.

QuickStrike

An outsole construction that provides a light, durable outsole with a higher abrasion resistance than expanded rubber and compares well against heavier carbon rubber. The material is moulded directly onto a thin textile base which functions the same as a traditional, heavier, rubber base. The QuickStrike outsole improves overall cushioning as each lug can deflect and absorb impact force., QuickStrike manufacturing is extremely precise. Every shoe size has a correctly scaled outsole for exact, consistent location of lugs for excellent durability.

TORSION System

adidas TORSION System provides mid-foot integrity while allowing enhanced surface adaptation and stability. High performance athletic footwear must protect and support the foot while still allowing it to function in a natural manner. The TORSION System is now specific to linear or lateral sport motions, supporting the midfoot and serving as a platform for extended control, fit, or protection elements.

Traxion

The TRAXION® outsole design was originally developed for football where its tapered shape provides excellent ground penetration without the typical stud pressure football boots place on the foot. TRAXION ® is now offered in numerous adidas sports including Trail Running, Golf, Adventure, Walking, and Training where the requirements of grip, protection and pressure distribution for the foot are similar.