![]() I expect the prevalence of printed midsoles from adidas to continue to increase, and that more and more apparel companies will start turning towards AM, as well. So in addition to providing the wearer with improved foot support, the 4DFWD also seems to encourage a healthier running style. From a performance standpoint, this is, perhaps, how all sneakers should be made.įinally, you really can feel the sneakers bouncing you forward. That is especially exciting for the additive manufacturing (AM) sector because it suggests that printed midsoles aren’t just a more sustainable alternative. ![]() I can truly say that I’ve never had better arch support from another pair of shoes. Moreover, you can feel the latticed midsole serving its purpose as you move. With the 4DFWD, they did get more comfortable by the second and third day, but I was surprised how well they conformed to my foot on the first day that I wore them. And they do! Usually I expect a longer adjustment period than I would with a standard piece of apparel that’s supposed to shape to your body. ![]() Thus, the feature of the adidas 4D lines that most intrigued me was the company’s assertion that the latticed midsoles “ bounce the runner forward”. Gradually making the adjustment towards putting my weight on my toes instead does seem to be helping. On the other hand, I’ve recently started internalizing the criticisms my high school coaches leveled at me about my running style, and I finally get it! I was running on my heels. Still, there tends to be a pretty consistent limit to how much I’m able to do before the shin splints start. I’ve always had trouble with getting shin splints when I do cardio workouts, which is why I use the elliptical machine instead of the treadmill. Of course, that’s assuming the sneakers get the job done. ![]() So, $220 might not be cheap, but it seems relatively reasonable. In this comprehensive review, we’ll delve into every aspect of these futuristic kicks, exploring their design, performance, comfort, and much more. In any case, the price isn’t unusual for high-end running sneakers, and most don’t have 3D printed midsoles or uppers made from recycled plastic. The Adidas Ultra 4D FWD is a revolutionary creation that merges cutting-edge technology with timeless design. In the future, I’ll see about getting adidas to “foot” the bill. Well, my post must have made quite an impression on myself, because right after I finished writing it, I bought a pair! (In reality, my mom purchased them with a coupon and had them shipped to me.) Image courtesy of adidas The Cost of 3D Printed MidsolesĪt $220, they were a little rich for my blood, but this issue was defrayed by the coupon, as well as by the fact that I didn’t pay for them-my mom did. A couple of weeks ago, I posted about the adidas latest sneaker line to feature 3D printed midsoles, the 4DFWD. ![]()
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