Adidas’s Exciting Next-Gen Super Trainer Gets an Affordable, Entry-Level Sibling
Runners waiting for the brand's new Hyperboost technology to trickle down won't have to wait long.
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Boost is back, and it doesn't appear to be a one-off. Adidas famed cushioning platform of the 2010s returned to the fold in 2026, albeit powered by a new PEBA foam.
Hyperboost, as it goes by now, is light, responsive and a lot of fun underfoot.
Just one problem: it debuted on a shoe that costs $200 .
Fortunately, runners waiting for the technology to trickle down won't have to wait long. It looks like Adidas is getting ready to introduce an entry-level model with the next-gen technology.
The Adidas Hyperboost Lite is a new entry-level addition to the Hyperboost family. - Credit: Adidas
Budget boost
The Adidas Hyperboost Lite is an accessible everyday runner in the shape and likeness of the Hyperboost Edge. However, it features a hollowed-out midsole that combines Hyperboost foam with Boost+.
The shoe features a hollowed out layer of Hyperboost foam with Boost+. - Credit: Adidas
The stack height isn't listed on the overseas product page, however, the Hyperboost Lite looks to sit slightly closer to the ground. - Credit: Adidas
Underneath the multi-compound midsole sits a full-length, dual-rubber outsole comprised of Lighttraxion (also used on the Hyperboost Edge) and Continental Rubber near the forefoot.
Like the Hyperboost Edge, the shoe features a full-length outsole for maximum grip and protection. - Credit: Adidas
If Adidas cut any corners, it's on the upper. The Hyperboost Lite appears to use a more-traditional textile, whereas the Hyperboost Edge made use of Adidas's super-lightweight Primeweave material.
The shoe houses a more traditional woven upper, rather than Adidas's Primeweave material. - Credit: Adidas
The shoe currently retails for approximately $127 overseas. - Credit: Adidas
That said, it may be a worthy compromise when you consider the price tag.
In Hong Kong, where the Adidas Hyperboost Lite is already available, the shoe costs 999 Hong Kong dollars (approximately $127).
While Adidas has yet to announce a US rollout, it's safe to expect a significant discount compared to the Hyperboost Edge.
Adidas Hyperboost Lite Shoes
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Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.
