Adidas Supernova Cushion 6

Runner's World Awards: Best Update

WE SAY: In this outstanding update, two plastic plates in the midsole under the heel spread the force of impact over a wider area (think mattress box spring). This system, seen previously in Adidas's high-end motion-control shoes, provides good impact protection and a bit of added stability. The shoe also features a seamless mesh lining for improved comfort. We recommend the Cushion 6 for average-weight runners with normal to high arches who need a lot of impact protection.

WEAR-TESTERS SAY: "Provided plenty of cushioning and was very breathable."--Dana Stow, 30, Allentown

"An excellent trainer with a fast feel and nice snug fit."--Mark J. Steinberg, 54, East Lansing

Average Reader Rating: 3.8 stars (9 reviews)

3 stars
Loved these shoes because of their superior cushioning, but it seemed like they went flat in a matter of a week. These shoes lasted only about 300 miles and I hurt my knee because of this..
Submitted by: deeg16, High Bridge, NJ,

4 stars
Comfy right out of the box. Wide toe box. Cushy ride. No break in time. Like the sliding heel thingy. Kinda brought my feet in for a landing every step..
Submitted by: brianH, Portland,

1 stars
I loved the way this show fit in the store. I got it home and ran with it the first time. Since the sockliner is not perfectly tapered, I got a long blister right where my heel contacted with the sockliner. I promptly returned the shoes. I was also not inpressed with the response of the shoe, as it was touted to have great response..
Submitted by: brece, Nashville, TN

4 stars
I really enjoyed the Supernova 4 because it came in width also. By going to the seamless lining the Super 6 fits like the wider predecessor. Offroad the Super 6 was just too soft, I felt every twig and pebble. A great paved surface trainer for high arches and wide forefoot..
Submitted by: erik, St. Louis, MO

4 stars
nice light shoe with a roomy toebox and good stability. .
Submitted by: vlahogiannis, rutherford, NJ