- Manufacturer name: adidas
- Address: Hoogoorddreef 9a, Amsterdam 1101 BA, The Netherlands
- Contact: www.adidas.com
Overview
Redefine speed in the Ubersonic 3. Designed to offer competitors comfort in a quick package, adidas has updated this shoe making it even more dynamic. The seamless bootee provides step-in comfort and a great fit as the net mesh will keep your feet breathable in even the hottest conditions. The Sprintframe construction allows you to feel stable and supported when moving aggressively. The outsole features a durable rubber in a modified pattern offering traction and durability on any court surface including abrasive hard courts. Whether you're a top competitor or just appreciate sleek style, this will be an awesome option to keep you moving supremely fast.
- Fit: Length is slightly long. Width is medium. Arch support is medium. No break-in required.
- Upper: Seamless bootee construction for fit and comfort. Net mesh upper offers lightweight support and breathability. Adituff materials in high wear areas for better durability than the previous version.
- Midsole: 3D Torsion and geometrical chassis provide adaptive midfoot support. Sprintframe construction for stability and speed. Adiprene+ for cushioning and forefoot propulsion.
- Outsole: Adiwear 6 outsole provides a non-marking, durable rubber outsole in a modified tread pattern for multidirectional movement, traction and durability on any court surface.
- Weight: 306 grams (US size 8.5)
- Colour: Sky Blue / Green / White / Yellow
Characteristics
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Previous Feedback
Comments: If you have a wide foot I wouldn't recommend these, they were very hard to squeeze into.
From: Caesar, 4/29/20
Comments: I am 72 and 4.0 level player that plays doubles two or three times a week on hard court. Soles wore through to threads in three months, and I don't wear these all the time. Just got these because of great super low sale price of $40. If I would have paid more or the full $130 price I would be mad. Still a TW fan though. Always perfect with my orders.
From: Dan, 3/23/20
Comments: Excellent shoes. Good for those who prefer a spacious toe box. Heel is fitted and comfortable. Responsive and very comfortable. Fits ever so slightly long, but trending with the already longer version Ubersonic 2. Love these shoes, I hope adidas keeps making them.
From: Tisha, 3/12/20
Comments: Very happy with these shoes. Tried a few other adidas models that tended to be too heavy and too wide, and the Asics Solution Speed shoes which were too narrow. Finally found these kicks that have the right mix of lightness, stability, and comfort. I've bought two pairs already. Only thing I'd change is I'd like adidas to get them just a touch lighter.
From: Craig, 3/6/20
Comments: They look great, but had to return. I have average arches, and the arches on these were way too high.
From: Andrew, 3/5/20
Comments: Heavy, slow, and uncomfortable. I have been a fan of other adizero tennis shoes, but these stink. Unable to return, sorry.
From: Rod, 3/2/20
Comments: These shoes are light and stable. They fit well and have great padding placement throughout the interior. Look forward to putting some more matches on them.
From: Paul, 3/1/20
Comments: Very comfortable when playing with them. A little bit difficult to insert the feet on the shoe.
From: Oscar, 1/29/20
Comments: These are very solid shoes. I have played with almost every major brand and would place these in the top third. They run ever so slightly long so if you are in between sizes, I would go with the smaller. They play lighter than their stated weight, have above average traction, decent lateral stability and mold to your feet due to the bootie construction. I have no issues putting on the shoes as some have complained about. The cushioning is responsive, not plush. Very similar cushioning to Lotto's, Jet Mach II's, and Nike Vapors. They have a low to the ground feel, not plush like the original Asics Gel Court FF shoes, which are the best tennis shoes ever made in my opinion. These shoes are a little wide in the forefoot, so if you have a narrow foot, you definitely want to go down a half size. Overall, these are very solid shoes, well designed and very comfortable. Now that they are on sale, you cannot go wrong.
From: Jeff, 1/9/20
Comments: Great shoes, this is my second pair. Very light, and cushioned extremely well. I hope adidas continues to make this model because it is my now go-to shoe.
From: Rick, 12/24/19
Comments: These were my first pair of adidas shoes, in the last 20 years, that I've played with. I've played with Prince, Babolat, K-Swiss, and Asics over the last decade. These are the worst shoes I've had. Besides the issue of getting them on due to the tongue design, which I was aware of, they do not fit well and they lack cushioning. Just a very uncomfortable shoe in my opinion that has not gotten better with wear.
From: Bill, 11/28/19
Comments: Bootie construction makes shoe difficult to get on. Once on, it's tight in the toe box.
From: Peter, 11/21/19
Comments: Best shoes ever! Just the right amount of cushioning and still light and very supportive. I never feel like I'm gonna roll an ankle even when running and sliding all out. The durability is actually pretty decent in that they will go through the rubber, but still offers enough grip due to some fibers they insert into the soles. They also look awesome!
From: Sam, 11/10/19
Comments: I am a 4.5 plus player and play at least three times a week. I am very hard on my shoes and these give me the comfort and stability to grind day in and day out. The one downside for me is the booty is a pain to get into, other than that it is a very good shoe!
From: Thomas, 10/20/19
Comments: My son had the Ubersonic 2's and used them for a full year of tennis on indoor courts in the winter, and his tennis team practices and matches for his school. Would have still worn them if he did not outgrow them. I ordered these Ubersonic 3's, 5 weeks later soles are worn right through, and of course no warranty on these. Bad shoe in my opinion.
From: Anonymous, 9/8/19
Comments: I have worn Nike tennis shoes for the last 10 years, mostly the various iterations of the Vapors. I recently decided to try Asics and adidas and have to say I really love the Ubersonic 3s. They are instantly comfortable out of the box, supportive and quick. I also like the integrated sock. Really nothing to complain about. They fit true to size. I am a 4.5 all court player.
From: Nate, 9/2/19
Comments: Not sure what the fuss about being able to get this shoe on one's feet is all about, I had no problems and I'm a size 13. The shoe is roomy upfront and cushioning is fantastic. If I was gonna complain about anything, it would be the lacing system being on the under side and inside of the shoe, but in the end they are great shoes. I own about six pairs of Ubersonics. Best tennis shoes ever.
From: Chas, 7/28/19
Comments: Got these shoes a few weeks ago and waited to complete a few hit sessions before submitting this review. I am primarily a hard court player, but due to a recent international move find myself struggling on clay courts. Overall, I like the fit and comfort of this shoe. My movement and traction on clay has gone up by leaps and bounds. My only knock against this model is that it takes a little bit of effort to get in and out of the shoe.
From: Raj, 7/1/19
Comments: I thought I would give these a try because I couldn't find a shoe I liked. I've played in these shoes for several weeks, and I like them. They offer good all around support, and they don't feel too heavy, so I can move around the court well. For me, these fit true to size. I'll definitely be buying another pair.
From: David, 6/20/19
Comments: I have wide feet and wore the Ubersonic 2s. They were massively uncomfortable to the point of pain for the first few hits. They did loosen up, but they were never very comfortable for me. but with the Ubersonic 3s they were comfortable from the very first hit. I see a lot of people say the Ubersonic 2s were better, but these seem more durable and comfortable for me. So if you have wide feet and didn't like the Ubersonic 2s like me, these are much better.
From: JM, 5/27/19
Comments: I bought two pairs in these since I wasn't sure of the size. I own a previous version that I love, but saw this color and had to get them. I'm a bit disappointed in the fit. I'm a size 9 in the Ubersonic 2s. The 9 in this version is way too wide in the front. My left foot doesn't feel snug at all. The 8.5s are just a tad too short. The last version was a little narrow, but the change to the wider toe is just too drastic. They don't feel as light as the Ubersonic 2s. I'll be returning both unfortunately.
From: David, 5/4/19
Comments: I had issues with uncomfortable rubbing only on my left foot with the heel cushion on the inside of my back heel. Maybe it's just my foot, as I have a narrower foot with a medium to high arch. I returned them, but was thinking maybe just an issue with that pair.
From: Javier, 5/1/19
Comments: Okay shoe. But you should know the threading will start to show through the bottom of the soles if you play 4 or more times a week. This should definitely be made known upfront as there is no warranty offered.
From: David, 4/10/19
Comments: Thank you for the wonderful delivery service. I ordered these and within 2 days my grandson had these shoes! He had them for his tournament which he won. Thank you!
From: Joyce, 4/17/19
Comments: Great shoe, but for the heavy user on hard courts, they should offer a pair that has a heavy toe cap like the Prince T22. Just cover that area in heavy rubber with matching colors. It's a super clay court shoe as toe durability is not much of an issue on the dirt.
From: Coach, 3/1/19
Comments: First time playing with adidas, but this is overall a good shoe. I found Nike and Babolat too narrow for my narrow foot, but these open up around the balls of the feet. They are not as snug as I would have picked, but after 3 weeks of break-in, I am satisfied and will probably buy another pair. Biggest complaint is color: These are not red and black, they are pink and black. The picture on the website appears slightly photoshopped to reduce the pinkness. I probably would have returned these due to the color if I hadn't needed them for a match that week.
From: David, 2/17/19
Comments: Absolutely love this shoe and it's the first shoe since the Vapor 9.5 has been discontinued that I have felt truly comfortable with. The upper is very supportive, especially considering how soft, flexible, and breathable it is. The cushioning is very responsive while offering great impact protection, which is a rare feat. The Parley version is my third pair and by far my favorite because it has much more padding under the laces. Not sure why Adidas hasn't done this in all of the colors in the line, but it makes a great shoe even better.
From: Eric, 2/7/19
Comments: My shoe size is 9.5 for adidas Barricade 7, Prince 22 Lite, and Asics Gel Resolution 6. So I ordered these in 9.5. Good looking shoe, but I could not get my foot inside the shoe; unlike most tennis shoes, the Ubersonic 3 does not have a separate tongue, which is probably why some people cannot even get inside the shoe. Ordering a half-size larger would not work in my opinion. Sent back the same day that I received them.
From: Jack, 2/3/19
Comments: I ordered 2 pairs of these in different colors. My shoe size is 11.5 E, however, I have ordered a size 12 D all my life and usually don't have any problems. With these I could not even get my foot into them.
From: Bill, 1/13/19
Comments: Bought this shoe because Adidas decided to discontinue it's previous superior iteration, the Ubersonic 2s. Also, I burnt through my shoes from over usage. The shoe is much heavier and takes way longer to break in... that extra 1 oz makes a difference in court. Adidas needs to bring back Ubersonic 2s so I can stock up.
From: Colin, 1/9/19
Comments: Was hopeful when I read all the reviews about the generous width, but this one didn't work for me at all. My feet are wider than normal, but not super wide, and I can barely get a foot into it. Felt like the same width as Barricades.
From: JD, 11/27/18
Comments: This is a great shoe in terms of comfort and fit. If you were a fan of the Asics Solution Speed 2, then this is definitely a shoe to check out. The toe box is a generous medium and the arch support is much improved from the Ubersonic 2. I did not need to put a Superfeet insole into them to make it comfortable for my arches. The sole durability is a little under par compared to the Ubersonic 2, but it is more than adequate for a speed shoe.There is a major downside to this shoe, though. The primeknit rips easily, especially if you are a slider (Har-tru, or Hardcourt). The medial side of the shoe towards the toe was beefed up in the 3, but they made a major downgrade in durability at the heel by switching to a smaller plastic heel cup. I ended up with a hole in the back medial end of the shoe after one session of serious play at the 4.5-5.0 level. A shame because the shoe was so comfortable.
From: Ken, 10/11/18
Comments: I tried on these shoes at the Adidas store in NYC. I have a narrow foot and wear Thorlo socks for tennis. Wear an 11 in Nike Vapor X and went for the adizero 3 in 11 as well. It felt comfortable and would be fun to play in... but given my narrow foot I had to tie the laces pretty tight and you can feel the laces dig into the front/top of your foot. Did not make the purchase. The barricades felt comfy for me in a 10.5.
From: David, 9/4/18
Comments: I tried this shoe out and was not happy with it at all. Having worn the original Ubersonics, I was expecting at least a similar fit. The heel felt funny and it felt awkward when i was running. I purchased the Ubersonic 2's and have to say that these might be the best tennis shoes I've ever worn. I run around a lot and play more defense than offense and need a shoe that is lightweight, stable, and feels secure. Ubersonic 2 fit the bill... the 3's did not.
From: Kosta, 8/27/18
Comments: Adidas' Ubersonic 2s were my go-to shoe. Loved how you felt low to the court and very quick in those shoes. The Ubersonic 3s are even better. More comfortable fit. Wider in the forefoot (which I love b/c I have wider feet). Comfortable and feel broken in right out the box. The round laces feel better on the top of the foot. I have no issues with slipping, even after playing for hours and heavily sweating (talking Nadal-like sweat here). To me, these have the substance/lateral stability of the Barricades with the quickness of the Ubersonic 2s. This model feels more substantial than the 2s. Great cushioning from front of shoe to mid-foot to heel. A bit more comfortable on the bottom of the foot than the 2s. I do miss that higher external heel counter on the 2s (loved that adidas logo on the back of the heel on the 2s as well), but that's cancelled out by the fact the 3s are easier to get on. 10/10 for me. This model reinforces why I'm wearing strictly Ubersonics from here out (I used to go back and forth between Ubersonics and Barricades). Awesome work by Adidas!
From: Brad, 8/19/18
Comments: These shoes fit wide like the Barricades instead of like the Ubersonic 2's. Not happy with them at all.
From: Tim, 8/15/18
Comments: Not totally impressed with shoe. The shoe felt big in my normal sizing. Heel cup was shallow so the heel lock was so so. Lacing across the top was awkward too. Hard to get it right without over tightening or making it too loose. Overall, there's too much volume in the shoe. Take care of that and the shoe improves dramatically. I have a neutral arch, narrower heel, medium to low volume foot type. I did appreciate the medium too box width ( hello ASICS ! ) and loved the color.
From: Paul, 8/13/18
Comments: I've been waiting to post a review about these. All in all 7.5/10. Incredibly light performance shoe. I play on Hard Tru so I have no idea how these will hold up on hard courts. The fit is just right. Nice and snug to the foot without being over bearing in the toe box. Decent lateral support. If you wear ankle braces there's no way they're fitting in there.
From: K, 8/10/18
Comments: Really good shoes with a great look (clay). I have been a big fan of adizero for many years because they're light and low to the ground and Adidas is still improving here. They're a bit heavier, but thanks to that low to the ground feeling, we don't notice it while playing. It's still "fit true to size", but the toe box is a little wider though. I just hope they are going to sell the hard court model in another color than the actual one soon.
From: Fred, 8/10/18
Comments: After a long run in Barricades I've decided to give these a go. After eight-ish hours of court use, four singles sets and one doubles, I'm quite pleased with the comfort, out-of-box with no break-in required, and true to size. No blisters, no sore areas at all. They definitely feel lower to the ground than my Barricade 2017s, but that might be a good thing. I'm not expecting the outsole to last as long as I'm using these 'clay' versions mostly on hard court anyway, but this colorway is hard to beat and a lot easier on my fashion sensibility than the hard court model.
From: Hugh, 7/28/18