I ordered a pair of these to give them a try. I picked up two pairs of the Adios Pro 3s last Christmas and have been using them like crazy since. One pair has over 650 miles, and just recently wore through the rubber outsole on my left heel. They still feel absolutely amazing, and the difference in feel between my 650-mile pair and my others, which only have 57 miles is minimal. Lightstrike Pro is extremely resilient. Can’t wait to try the Bostons.
Nice review. However, the constant focal point shifting gets a bit annoying to the eye. I'd suggest adjusting your camera to have a bigger depth of field and turning off the auto focus.
Having the camera further away will help with your depth of field but won't look as dynamic. Auto focus is definitely the culprit here. And f stop and lens if those are available variables
Also thinking I'll buy another pair of these, only done a bit over 100km in mine, so still got plenty of time, but unless the Boston 13 is some massive change and improvement, then I'll get another pair of 12s next year when they start going cheaper. Love the high pace I can maintain in these.
A very good all round shoe! The two things i like the most is the firm heel that pushes me over to the forefoot and the minimal upper that breathe and doesnt collect moisture.
I'm enjoying my Boston 12s. My goal is to finish a marathon in under 4 hours. Do you think this is a good marathon shoe option for someone who doesn't want to use a carbon racer? Nice review!
I love these! I trained and ran a 3:23 marathon in these recently. Adidas did replace a set after 150 miles because the top mesh started to frey, and now my replacements have started doing the same after about 200 miles where by big toe rubs I think (I cut my nails lol). Also the rear rubber does wear down quite quickly too but apart from that they are the perfect all rounder for someone who just wants one trainer to do it all. I also rotate my trainers and like you mainly use Nike and these are my first Adidas, I think I might be moving to the adidas pro 3 when my Vapourflys wear out.
Did you try to go one size up? In my ultraboost i also saw my big toe, one size up and toe wasn't pressing against the upper and whole shoe felt better (not too tight)
If you get used to the not so traditional upper it is a wonderful shoe. One more thing ,for some it might take two more tries to tighten the lace correctly otherwise it gets loose on the heel side. It has a break in period of about 70 km.
I just ordered mine but I already know I have to send them back :( The sizing is ridiculous on shoe brands. I usually measure my feet and go by CMs and on Nike I can either be a 39 or 40 and for this shoe based on the Adidas website, on the same CM I would be a 41 but when I went into the store to try them on, the 39 &1/3 was perfect. So the size 40 that I ordered will be WAAAAY too big. I understand sizes might differ but 1 cm is still 1 cm. How are the differences THAT big??? I don't get it. :( It's really frustrating when all I want to do is run in my new sneakers but now I have to wait to return them and get the right size.
I have these and some saucony speed 3s, which fill a similar spot in a rotation. If I had to just choose one... I think I'd go speed 3. I do love these though.
@@binhck they worked well for me. I have used them on a few long runs and my half marathon as well. Try them out for yourself. I just felt like there could’ve been more ankle support or maybe I haven’t trained my ankles well enough.
@@TanmayK03 yeah thanks. I’m just thinking of some upgrades and not sure if it’s right time for a Boston 12 or I should wait for few more months to have my legs stronger before getting one
I recently purchased a size 11 and 12 Boston 12 running shoe and currently trying to determine the best fit. I found the heel is quite loose and have read some people apply an approach of heel locking. Looking at your video I think this is something your have done, I wondered if you could recommend a video which shows how best to apply the lock?
The boston 11s are like soccer cleats, hard and stiff but I changed the insole and now it feels like a super shoe. The boston 12 are a different shoe altogether more flexible and softer, but yes I would chnage the insole.
I just bought these and ran this morning. Yeah you're right they feel very stiff and hard when I got it outside the box. Hoping for the 'break in magic' in this shoe.
Yes, I think they are a great show for training and race day if you don't want to invest in a race day shoe. I saw lots of people in Valencia wearing these at the weekend :)
I have them really enjoy them so much fun to run in the more you run in them, love the firm ride, also have two unboxed pair managed to get a pair for £75.00
I ordered a pair of these to give them a try. I picked up two pairs of the Adios Pro 3s last Christmas and have been using them like crazy since. One pair has over 650 miles, and just recently wore through the rubber outsole on my left heel. They still feel absolutely amazing, and the difference in feel between my 650-mile pair and my others, which only have 57 miles is minimal. Lightstrike Pro is extremely resilient. Can’t wait to try the Bostons.
If only the boston 12s or 13s could feel like adistar cs
Thank you for the review James. Curious about these as i race in the pro 3.
Nice review. However, the constant focal point shifting gets a bit annoying to the eye. I'd suggest adjusting your camera to have a bigger depth of field and turning off the auto focus.
Yeah...I second this. Was super annoying.
Having the camera further away will help with your depth of field but won't look as dynamic. Auto focus is definitely the culprit here. And f stop and lens if those are available variables
💯 was hoping this would only be for the intro; unfortunately, I couldn't keep watching it. Nonetheless, I assume it was a good review overall.
Also thinking I'll buy another pair of these, only done a bit over 100km in mine, so still got plenty of time, but unless the Boston 13 is some massive change and improvement, then I'll get another pair of 12s next year when they start going cheaper. Love the high pace I can maintain in these.
Might try these in the future , I have some pro3's which really are good
A very good all round shoe! The two things i like the most is the firm heel that pushes me over to the forefoot and the minimal upper that breathe and doesnt collect moisture.
I'm enjoying my Boston 12s. My goal is to finish a marathon in under 4 hours. Do you think this is a good marathon shoe option for someone who doesn't want to use a carbon racer? Nice review!
I love these! I trained and ran a 3:23 marathon in these recently. Adidas did replace a set after 150 miles because the top mesh started to frey, and now my replacements have started doing the same after about 200 miles where by big toe rubs I think (I cut my nails lol). Also the rear rubber does wear down quite quickly too but apart from that they are the perfect all rounder for someone who just wants one trainer to do it all. I also rotate my trainers and like you mainly use Nike and these are my first Adidas, I think I might be moving to the adidas pro 3 when my Vapourflys wear out.
No he visto ese problema en ninguna reseña.
Quizás tus pies necesiten otra horma distinta.
Did you try to go one size up? In my ultraboost i also saw my big toe, one size up and toe wasn't pressing against the upper and whole shoe felt better (not too tight)
If you get used to the not so traditional upper it is a wonderful shoe. One more thing ,for some it might take two more tries to tighten the lace correctly otherwise it gets loose on the heel side. It has a break in period of about 70 km.
Just got my pair!🔥
I just ordered mine but I already know I have to send them back :( The sizing is ridiculous on shoe brands.
I usually measure my feet and go by CMs and on Nike I can either be a 39 or 40 and for this shoe based on the Adidas website, on the same CM I would be a 41 but when I went into the store to try them on, the 39 &1/3 was perfect. So the size 40 that I ordered will be WAAAAY too big.
I understand sizes might differ but 1 cm is still 1 cm. How are the differences THAT big??? I don't get it. :( It's really frustrating when all I want to do is run in my new sneakers but now I have to wait to return them and get the right size.
I have these and some saucony speed 3s, which fill a similar spot in a rotation. If I had to just choose one... I think I'd go speed 3. I do love these though.
I'll give them a go next actually. I haven't tried saucony yet and have been looking an excuse to grab a pair.
Speed 3 is the GOAT shoe!!
I also have both and the boston wins for me! The speed 3 after having the speed 2 is a massive let down. No longer a "speed" 😂
Hi James, are they ok at 6.30/km pace?
I’m prepping for my first half marathon. Will this work for both my training and race day ? I’ve been using Pegasus 40 till now.
A newbie have the same question. I just started 3 months ago and now using Pegasus 40
@@binhck they worked well for me. I have used them on a few long runs and my half marathon as well. Try them out for yourself. I just felt like there could’ve been more ankle support or maybe I haven’t trained my ankles well enough.
@@TanmayK03 yeah thanks. I’m just thinking of some upgrades and not sure if it’s right time for a Boston 12 or I should wait for few more months to have my legs stronger before getting one
I recently purchased a size 11 and 12 Boston 12 running shoe and currently trying to determine the best fit. I found the heel is quite loose and have read some people apply an approach of heel locking. Looking at your video I think this is something your have done, I wondered if you could recommend a video which shows how best to apply the lock?
I LOVE this shoes. But sometimes rocks go inside my shoes when running maybe because the heel part is kinda loose.
No son zapatos para caminos
Does the shoe get softer after all that use cuz this boston are so hard and stiff
The boston 11s are like soccer cleats, hard and stiff but I changed the insole and now it feels like a super shoe. The boston 12 are a different shoe altogether more flexible and softer, but yes I would chnage the insole.
Hello! Nice content! What do you think can Im running in this shoes more 500 miles?
Hey, thanks for this nice review. What about breathability? Especially on hot days?
I haven't had any problems with them even running on hot days here in the UK.
@@jamesytrains thanks for the reply and good luck with your marathon in advance 😊
Thank you! Appreciate it :)@@freedom36
I know this doesn't really isn't a question about shoes but do have a workout schedule? I saw the short you posted on the 1 year transformation
doesnt really isnt make sence lul
I have them and I really really love them, but my pair got a hole after only a total of 280 kilometers. Still buying them again
Maybe shoe was too small? Tried one size up?
I just bought these and ran this morning. Yeah you're right they feel very stiff and hard when I got it outside the box. Hoping for the 'break in magic' in this shoe.
are they soft now
@@Joe-nas Yeeessss they're so durable too. Lol
@@migztv0518 that enough for me im gonna go order a pair now😂
Do you find that the heel foam softens with miles?
I wanted to like them, because to midsole is so good. But the upper and fit just absolutely suck for me...
Uhm should I buy these or the superblast, which has more energy return?
superblasts, they are more for like longer harder efforts. The bostons are stiff but the fancy more expensive foam in the super’s give more
Great opinion
The laces and non existing lipprotection fucked my upper side om my feet.. maybe socks than hm sports socks might help
James hi!! Are the Boston 12 suitable for my first marathon??
Yes, I think they are a great show for training and race day if you don't want to invest in a race day shoe. I saw lots of people in Valencia wearing these at the weekend :)
I have them really enjoy them so much fun to run in the more you run in them, love the firm ride, also have two unboxed pair managed to get a pair for £75.00
More review, less description would be useful
Learn how to focus on the shoe not you ..
Don’t buy these heels are off
Not for me. My worst buy. Find the sole rigid.