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Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 1
Near-zero drop competition trail racer. 259g lightweight build
Today's tracked prices
- 01MandMDEAL6d ago£89.99£190.00−53%
- 02Adidas4d ago£94.00£190.00−51%
- 03Alpine Trek12d ago£122.73£190.00−35%
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Our verdict
The Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra is Adidas at its most single-minded on the trail: a lightweight competition racer built to move fast over long, technical ground. At 259g it is featherweight for a trail shoe, and the moderate 8mm drop still lets you react quickly to the ground on rough terrain. This is a running shoe for the sharp end of a race, not a plush daily trail cruiser. It rewards a runner with a quick, midfoot-led stride and enough strength to handle a firm, ground-feel ride over the miles. In our view it slots in as a premium trail racer, sitting alongside plated rivals like the Hoka Tecton X 3, though the Adidas takes a leaner, more natural route with no carbon plate. At £190 it is a serious investment, so we would save it for race day and key sessions rather than everyday muddy plods.
Key features
- 259g race weightKeeps your legs fresh deep into a race so you can hold pace when others start to fade
- Moderate 8mm dropKeeps you connected to the ground for quick, confident foot placement on technical trail
- Lightweight racing buildStrips out bulk so the shoe disappears underfoot when you push hard on climbs and descents
- Grippy trail outsoleBites into loose and rocky ground so you can trust your footing at speed
Who it suits
Who should buy it
- Trail racers chasing a fast time over technical, mixed ground
- Experienced runners with strong calves who like a firm, ground-feel ride
- Shorter ultras and fast long runs where light weight pays off late in the race
- Midfoot strikers who want ground feel and quick reactions over cushioning
Who should not buy it
- You are new to running and want a forgiving, supportive first trail shoe
- You overpronate or need built-in stability on long days
- You want maximum plush cushioning for slow, all-day ultras
- You have a wide forefoot and need a roomy toe box
- Your budget cannot stretch to a 190 pound specialist racer
Best uses
Extra information
Fit & sizing
The Agravic Speed Ultra fits true to size for most runners, so we would order your usual trail number. The build leans racy, with a secure midfoot wrap and a snug heel that locks your foot down for fast, technical descents where slop would cost you time and skin. The toe box is performance-shaped rather than roomy, so if you have a wide forefoot or like to splay your toes on long ultras, try before you commit or size up a half. Lockdown over rough ground is a real strength here, and there is little internal movement once the laces are set. Because it is a low, near-zero drop shoe, your first few runs will load the calves and Achilles more than a raised-heel trainer, so ease in rather than racing straight out of the box. If you want a more forgiving, roomier long-day fit, the Salomon Ultra Glide 4 is worth a look.
Performance breakdown
Ride & feel
On the move this feels quick, low and direct. There is no soft, wallowing cushion to sink into and no plate flinging you forward, just a light, honest shoe that lets you drive off the ground and react fast to whatever the trail throws up. Hold a racing effort and it comes alive, tracking cleanly through turns and rewarding a snappy midfoot stride. Roll along at an easy jog and it feels firmer and less exciting, which tells you exactly what it is for. This is a shoe that wants to be pushed, and it gives its best when you commit to the pace.
Cushioning
Cushioning here is tuned for speed rather than plush comfort. You get enough underfoot protection to take the edge off rocks and hard-packed trail, but the ride stays firm and connected so you keep that valuable ground feel. Over a fast half or a shorter ultra with trained legs it strikes a smart balance, protecting you without deadening the response. Push into very long, rough ultras on tired legs, though, and you may want more forgiveness underfoot than this racer is designed to give.
Stability
This is a neutral trail racer, not a stability shoe, so it offers no medial posting or motion control. What it does give you is agility. The relatively low platform keeps your foot fairly close to the ground and helps you feel planted and nimble on uneven terrain. That ground contact rewards good form and a strong, active foot. If you tend to overpronate or want built-in support on long, fatiguing days, this is not the shoe for you. Runners with a neutral gait and confident footing will get on with it best.
Upper & comfort
The upper is built for racing, so it is thin, light and breathable rather than padded and plush. It wraps the foot closely and holds you steady through fast, technical sections without adding weight or heat. Breathability is a plus on warm, hard efforts, though a minimal race upper like this offers less protection from cold, wet and debris than a burlier trail shoe. Lockdown is excellent once dialled in. Just be aware that thin race uppers reward a good fit, so spend time getting the lacing right before you head out on anything long or rough.
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Specifications
| Category | Trail Race |
| Surface | Trail |
| Drop | 8mm |
| Heel Stack | 38mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 30mm |
| Weight | 259g |
| Carbon Plated | No |
| Stability | No |
