After the "Velosamba" sneaker and the road shoe "The Road", Adidas is now launching the simply named "The Gravel", which we have been testing extensively since autumn: Does the first gravel shoe from Adidas have more to offer than just good design? It does. The fit could be a little wider, but is still okay for medium-width feet. Thanks to the close-fitting upper material and the stiff synthetic sole, you can put plenty of pressure on the pedals - despite the classic lacing.
The walking comfort is acceptable, but the rather fine profile quickly becomes clogged. Remarkable and unusual for cycling shoes is the integrated inner sock known from football, which reaches up to the ankle and fits snugly, effectively keeping out dust, coarse dirt and stones. Despite the cuff, the shoe is pleasantly airy and was comfortable to wear during the transition period, but requires an overshoe on really cold days.
Test summary of the Adidas gravel bike shoe
A successful choice for gravel biking, but not for rougher terrain or cyclocross, where running performance in mud is also important. Good for the feel (and the eco-balance): As with the Adidas road bike shoe, "Primegreen" recycled materials are used, 50 per cent of the upper material according to the manufacturer.
Facts about the Adidas cycling shoe The Gravel
- Price 180 Euro
- Info www.adidas.de
+ good power transmission; protection from dirt thanks to integrated cuff; great design
- Very fine profile
Matthias Borchers
Editor
