tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post8600031946797343161..comments2024-03-29T08:31:12.427-06:00Comments on Road Trail Run: adidas Terrex X King - Taking Traction and Innovation to a Whole New LevelSam Winebaumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-37902286176750803832020-01-13T01:32:41.916-07:002020-01-13T01:32:41.916-07:00I am with the X-King fans here! It was my 1st pair...I am with the X-King fans here! It was my 1st pair of trail running shoes, and since I've not been able to find the same traction, the same grip anywhere else. Maybe Vibram Megagrip? Not sure if there are any responsive shoes with a Megagrip outsole. <br /><br />I got 600km out of my pair of X-King, and the lugs where I land my feet disappeared. I wish so much I could get an other pair! They are absolutely amazing in muddy and wet terrain. <br /><br />I was not a fan of the speed lace system, which was coming loose a bit too easily, and was not so easy to properly adjust IMO. I got them in size 12, which I believe was the largest size available, and I wish I could have had them in a 12.5 maybe. Just like you, the first time I tried them on I thought I made a mistake. I could feel the seam of the midsole under my foot. But this sensation disappeared when running. <br /><br />If Adidas was to bring them back, or better yet: to offer an updated model, I would buy them in a heart beat!JPascalTaipeihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05492386335149074619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-4186382287180180852018-08-14T23:50:19.467-06:002018-08-14T23:50:19.467-06:00Thanks Jeff. I run in On for speed and roadwork, ...Thanks Jeff. I run in On for speed and roadwork, but have problems with their trail version CloudVenture (both the normal and the Peak version) - i bust the front sole pods on the terrain I prefer to run, especially on downhills, and find the traction just doesn't hack it as soon as mud, moss, and slick rocks are involved, although the sole has no problem is snow. So I've been looking for that same flexibility and responsiveness as the On shoes offer, but with much better grip. When I've run in Salomon, I found these very stiff. Will give La Sportiva a shot. I ran a steep technical short session yesterday in the Salewa Ultra Train 2, and these were way too stiff and heavy for me, as well as feeling as though I was running on womens' high heel platforms!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-74839804117752211232018-08-14T11:40:21.581-06:002018-08-14T11:40:21.581-06:00adidas was on to something with the X-King and I e...adidas was on to something with the X-King and I expected continued refinement, but seems to have fallen by the wayside. They continue to make shoes with great traction, but I have not meshed all that well with recent trail shoes, specifically the fit, uppers and overall feel in the past few years, but I'll confess to not having run in all of their shoes or following along all that close. There are a few upcoming adidas trail shoes that we are looking to review (I would have to research, but Sam may be able to provide more information off the cuff). In the meantime, maybe check out the Salomon XA Elevate, Sense Pro 3 or La Sportiva?Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-11449807169937237652018-08-14T04:46:55.103-06:002018-08-14T04:46:55.103-06:00Hi Jeff thanks for the review. Huge fan of the Te...Hi Jeff thanks for the review. Huge fan of the Terrex X King here - but seems Adidas have dropped the shoe and innovation that went with it. Do you happen to have any more info on it? I adore (can't stress that enough) the grip, the flexibility, and the fit (basically they could have used my foot shape as the model for the shoe!). Am totally miffed that there is no follow-up shoe (to the best of anybody's knowledge) so now on the lookout for something to replace it - suggestions welcome. I run technical stuff like you do and prefer minimal drop, no-to-low stability.<br /><br />Cheers in advance.<br />GinslingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-24621627982108927522017-01-11T16:30:46.434-07:002017-01-11T16:30:46.434-07:00Anonymous, I would say that overall, fit is very s...Anonymous, I would say that overall, fit is very similar to the Agravic in regards to length, midfoot and heel, with the X-King having a bit more of a snug performance fit. The upper is a notably stiff, but it breaks in after a handful of runs. For this shoe, I like the more beefy upper, as it just seems a bit more protective when off trail and in scree/talus. Grip is really amazing on just about any terrain.Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-53083103050033088112017-01-11T15:15:43.603-07:002017-01-11T15:15:43.603-07:00Curios about the fit of the x king, I have the agr...Curios about the fit of the x king, I have the agravic and they always give me some pressure on me pinky toes. Probably from the upper being quite stiff or from the laces that pull the upper at pinkys length. I got half a number smaller on the agravic but the length seemed perfect and it has not been a problem, how would you compare the fit of the two? I would like the x-king mostly for better foot lock in difficult terrain conditions and wet rock grip,both areas where the agraviac didn't impress. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-13008045487180446382016-12-21T20:02:31.010-07:002016-12-21T20:02:31.010-07:00Hey Patrick, hard to say, but when in doubt, I ten...Hey Patrick, hard to say, but when in doubt, I tend to go up vs. down, since I'd rather have a little wiggle room vs. losing toenails. These have a very secure upper, so will hold your foot well. Still just a best guess though. Maybe order from somewhere that you can return if they don't fit and try both sizes?Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-12270238240175124562016-12-21T16:48:44.852-07:002016-12-21T16:48:44.852-07:00currently I am wearing a pair of Nike flyknit that...currently I am wearing a pair of Nike flyknit that are 9.5. That's my usual size. These are only 9 and 10. Which way should I go?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07819574587573660305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-10330262328799214632016-11-21T02:41:31.875-07:002016-11-21T02:41:31.875-07:00It looks good. Though I am using Nike which is als...It looks good. Though I am using Nike which is also popular for biking. But now I'm decided to buy this new Adidas. I think it will provide something more than Nike. Thanks for sharing this product with us. Truman Bensonhttp://cyclingninja.com/mountain-bike-gloves/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-2540212388282261002016-07-21T06:18:34.724-06:002016-07-21T06:18:34.724-06:00Great information. Thanks for providing us such a ...Great information. Thanks for providing us such a useful information. Keep up the good work and continue providing us more quality information from time to time. <a href="http://mountainbikeez.com/" rel="nofollow">check over here</a>Zoeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14622604354485823728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-43006208984874571972016-04-27T12:01:53.114-06:002016-04-27T12:01:53.114-06:00Hi John, thanks for reading. Here is a link to my...Hi John, thanks for reading. Here is a link to my review of the Agravic: http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2016/03/adidas-outdoor-terrex-agravic-and.html<br /><br />I found the Agravic and the X King to be quite different. The X King is much more performance oriented, lighter, more responsive, a more precise fitting upper, better traction, better stability, more agile, etc...<br /><br />The Agravic is still a great shoe, but more suited to slower, less performance oriented running/hiking. Traction is still excellent, durability and longevity of the outsole is better than the X King and it comes in a Gore Tex version which is a nice option (though adds a bit of weight). I also found that despite having Boost, the ride was a bit harsh due to the harder rubber compound used for the outsole.<br /><br />Hope this helps, Jeff. Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-37176862257933910292016-04-27T09:07:56.263-06:002016-04-27T09:07:56.263-06:00Have you run in the Adidas Agravic? I ma wondering...Have you run in the Adidas Agravic? I ma wondering how they compare?Johnnoreply@blogger.com