adidas brought performance and design together with the release of the new Adizero Boston 13 EQT, which launched on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
adidas drops ‘Adizero’ Boston 13 EQT
This sneaker is part of adidas’ Adizero series, which focuses on lightweight shoes built for both everyday training and competitive racing. The Boston 13 EQT continues this legacy with technology aimed at helping runners stay comfortable and fast.
This model stands out for its mix of lightweight build and advanced cushioning. The upper part of the shoe is made from mesh, a type of fabric that allows for airflow, helping to keep your feet cool during runs.
Inside the shoe, there’s Lightstrike and Lightstrike Pro foam, which are materials designed to absorb impact and return energy with each step. This setup is made to help runners train for longer while reducing fatigue.
Another key feature is the ENERGYRODS. These are rods inside the midsole of the shoe, placed in a way that helps limit how much energy your foot loses as it moves.
By guiding your foot’s motion, these rods support a smoother transition from landing to take-off. This can make a big difference over long distances, especially for serious runners.
The outsole—the bottom of the shoe—is made using Continental™ Rubber. This is a durable rubber often used in car tires and known for its grip. adidas uses it in running shoes to give better traction, which is helpful in both dry and wet conditions. The outsole also features Lighttraxion, a design pattern that helps with grip and movement.
In terms of sizing and weight, the Boston 13 EQT has a heel height of 36 mm and a forefoot height of 30 mm, meaning the back is slightly higher than the front. This shape helps move runners forward more easily.
A women’s UK size 5.5 weighs about 218 grams, which is light for a running shoe. The shoe is available in Cloud White, Pure Teal, and Grey. It also contains at least 20% recycled materials, showing adidas’ continued effort to make performance gear with less environmental impact.
The price in South Africa is R3,299.00.
How to buy adidas ‘Adizero’ Boston 13 EQT in South Africa
South African customers could purchase the Adizero Boston 13 EQT directly from adidas’ official online store starting Tuesday, 6 May 2025. To place an order, shoppers must use a physical delivery address—adidas does not deliver to PO boxes because a signature is required when the item is delivered.
When ordering, delivery times will depend on where you live. Major cities like Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, and Pretoria are considered main centres, and deliveries usually take between three to five business days.
Express shipping is available in some areas and can reduce the wait time to two or three business days, but it comes at an extra cost.
Here’s a breakdown of the delivery costs:
- For orders over R600, standard delivery is free.
- For express delivery on orders over R600, the cost is R100.
- For orders under R600, standard delivery is R60 and express delivery is R160.
Deliveries happen only on weekdays (Monday to Friday) and during office hours (08:00 to 17:00). Orders placed before 14:00 on weekdays are more likely to be processed on the same day, speeding up the delivery timeline.
Shoppers should also be aware of common issues that could prevent delivery. If the product is sold out, if payment doesn’t go through, or if the address is in a remote area that adidas can’t reach, the order might be delayed or cancelled. Checking all details before finalising the purchase can help avoid these problems.
