Adidas Moves Away from High-Tech Racing Shoes, Focuses on Everyday Runners

Adidas released the Hyperboost Edge in March 2026, a running shoe that skips the lightweight carbon inserts found in elite racing shoes. Instead, it uses softer foam for comfort and durability. The shoe targets casual runners—a signal that the performance-shoe market is maturing. For most people, comfort and longevity matter more than shaving seconds off their mile time.