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Adidas Adistar Control
Adidas Adistar Control
Manufacturer: Adidas
Price: $120
Reviewed in: Feb 2005 Shoe Guide
Shoe Type: Motion Control
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Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results

B>We Say: The Control is the first Adidas road shoe to feature the Ground Control System, or GCS, in the heel. This new system uses two plastic plates that move slightly on top of one another and help the shoe better handle heel impact. This minimizes overpronation by providing a more stable platform on which to land. The forefoot features Adidas's cushioning foam, Adiprene+, which provides a soft feel and more efficient toe-off. Recommended for moderate overpronators or lightweight runners who pronate excessively.

Wear Tester Reviews

Wear-Testers Say: "The shoe worked well with my orthotics, and the forefoot cushioning was excellent." -Carel Ebihara, 47, Allentown

"The tread is great. Also, the heel was firm and stable, yet the shoe wasn't too heavy." -Stacey Pierce, 25, East Lansing

Specifications
Gender: Female
Shoe Type: Motion Control
Sizes: 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5
Weight: 12 oz.
Essential Technology: Ground Control System, or GCS, in the heel
Foot Biomechanics: Overpronation

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