adidas unveils the Supernova Rise 3, with even more comfort for everyday runs

The adidas Supernova range expands with the third-generation Rise, built for everyday running. Often overshadowed by the performance-focused Adizero collection, the Supernova line still plays a key role for adidas. It is aimed at the vast majority of runners: those who head out for an easy run day after day and put comfort above everything else. With the Supernova Rise 3, the German brand updates one of its flagship models with more foam underfoot. First launched in December 2025, the Supernova Rise 3 returns in a clean, understated colourway that remains unmistakably adidas. Marathons.com takes a closer look at a shoe designed to make every run as comfortable as possible.

The Supernova Rise 3’s biggest strength: comfort

The Supernova Rise 3 makes a clear promise: deliver even more comfort than its predecessor, already a popular choice among runners. It delivers thanks to a redesigned foam compound and a new woven upper that gives the foot more structure and support.

Dreamstrike+: lighter, softer foam
The midsole still uses DREAMSTRIKE+ foam throughout its full length, now in an updated version:
✔ 5% lighter
✔ 20% softer
✔ with 16% more foam

This new PEBA foam creates a softer feel underfoot, maintains its support better over time and absorbs impact effectively. With a 37 mm heel stack height, this is a comfort-focused shoe, but its ride feels smoother and more fluid than previous generations.

A lighter build
At 272 grams, the shoe is very competitive within the daily trainer category. It is relatively light and easy to forget about once the miles start ticking by.

adidas unveils the Supernova Rise 3, a comfortable, accessible daily trainer with softer Dreamstrike+ foam, a Primeweave upper and Lighttraxion outsole.

Primeweave and Lighttraxion put comfort and smooth transitions first

A more enveloping Primeweave upper

The Supernova Rise 3 features a new Primeweave upper, a technical knit designed to follow the shape of the foot. Its aim is twofold:
✔ provide a secure, supportive fit
✔ deliver premium comfort with zero friction

The fit is designed to suit a broad range of runners, from beginners to experienced athletes.

Lighttraxion: an outsole designed for a smooth ride

Beneath the midsole, adidas introduces the LIGHTTRAXION outsole, recognisable by its tread pattern inspired by foot anatomy. Its rib-like structure is designed to improve:
✔ the smoothness of the stride
✔ the shoe’s durability
✔ grip on the road, even with heavy use

Again, this is not a pure performance or stability shoe. It is a dependable model that lets the foot move naturally through the stride.

Specifications – SUPERNOVA RISE 3

Category: daily trainer
Use: everyday runs, easy aerobic pace
Foam: Dreamstrike+ (PEBA)
Surface: road
Level: all runners
Weight: 272 g
Stack height: 37 mm / 29 mm
Drop: 8 mm
Available since December 2025
Price: €150
Similar models: Asics Novablast 5, Nike Pegasus 41, Hoka Clifton 10, Puma Velocity 4

A shoe designed with women in mind

In developing this model, adidas has taken a progressive approach to running footwear with a women’s version that has been comprehensively reworked. The women’s Supernova Rise 3 includes features based on biomechanical data specific to female runners:
✔ a shape adapted to the average female foot
a central strike platform
a bevelled heel optimised for the typical female strike angle
an insole with extra foam beneath the arch

Until recently, differences between men’s and women’s running shoes were often limited to the colourway. The German brand is taking a different approach here, with deeper design work that strengthens the inclusive focus of the Supernova range.

What type of runner is it for?

The Supernova Rise 3 is clearly aimed at:

➜ everyday runners
➜ those who prioritise comfort and protection
➜ beginners and regular runners
➜ easy runs, aerobic base sessions and recovery runs

It is not the fastest shoe ever made, nor is that its job. There is no carbon plate or ultra-responsive foam here. It is a reassuring, comfortable shoe you can pull on without a second thought.

Building an adidas rotation

The adidas range is impressively broad. The three-stripe brand has nothing left to prove, and many world records have been set in its performance models. While the Supernova Rise 3 will suit the vast majority of runners, it can also slot neatly into a performance-minded shoe rotation:

➜ Supernova Rise 3: classic daily trainer, designed for all your everyday runs
Adizero EVO SL: versatile daily trainer, with no plate but enough snap for speed sessions
Adizero Takumi Sen 11: performance model with carbon rods for racing from 5K to 10K
Adizero Adios Pro 4: performance model with carbon rods for races up to the marathon

The bottom line

With the Supernova Rise 3, adidas is not trying to revolutionise running. It is strengthening its offering for everyday miles. This is a worthwhile update: softer, more comfortable and better finished, the third version delivers what runners expect from a daily trainer and establishes itself as a dependable option for regular running. At €150, it sits around the middle of the price range for a shoe in this category. The value is fair, without being especially aggressive.

For this latest version, the Supernova Rise 3 focuses on lasting comfort, well-judged technology and thoughtful simplicity. It delivers an enjoyable ride and makes a reliable partner for running without fuss. An understated shoe, but an essential one. For many runners, that is exactly what they need.

✔ The adidas Supernova Rise 3 is available in several colourways on adidas.com for €150.