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Snappy with a soft upper and good energy return, though the narrow fit is the main downside.
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YouTube · Runnertia · Nov 6, 2025 · summarized
PositiveAbout 100 miles, covering daily runs up to 16 miles, a hilly 13-miler and some track workouts. They call it a do-it-all shoe that handles easy days, tempo and fast running without being the best at any of them. The wide platform feels very stable at speed, though it is not especially lively on the track, and the laces are the one thing they would change.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Aug 8, 2025 · summarized
PositiveTheir first Takumi Sen 11 run was a 12K fun run: more stable than the AP4 at slow paces, a bit narrower, and a little heel slip from sizing up.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Aug 7, 2025 · summarized
PositiveOwning both, the Takumi Sen 11 feels more stable and a bit faster than the Evo SL, and they can push it to half marathon.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 13, 2025 · summarized
PositiveAt 82 kg, comparing it with the TS10, AP3 and AP4, they rank the Takumi Sen 11 among 2025's best shoes: softer cushioning, a better upper and a smoother transition than the TS10, and more stable than the AP4 when form breaks down.
Most runners enjoy the adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 as a fast, snappy shoe for track, 5K and 10K efforts, with a soft upper and good energy return. The main downsides are a narrow fit and, for some, a lack of stability.
Of the 19 reviews with a clear verdict, 68% are positive, 21% mixed and 11% negative. The praise mentioned most is fast. The most common complaint is narrow fit.
The complaints reviewers mention most: narrow fit (4 reviews), unstable (3 reviews) and heavy (1 review). For example: Sent the Takumi Sen 11 back: the curved last, midfoot cutouts and very narrow rear aren't supportive enough for longer distances, though the upper is soft.
We collected and summarized 19 experiences shared on Reddit, YouTube and blogs, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.
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