Adidas Rocker Bottom Shoes

The Rocker Sole shoe is a design that takes the pressure off certain areas of your feet which can help with various foot conditions.

Adidas Rocker Bottom shoes come in various designs that will reduce pressure on areas such as the heel or ball of the foot and help with proper natural motion.


What Exactly is a Rocker Sole?

A Rocker Sole, or Rocker Bottom shoe, has a thicker sole than most shoes with a rounded heel.

The Toe may curve up for a front rocker, or the heel to toe may curve for a full rocker.

The shoe ensures that the wearer does not have a flat footing when walking or running along the proximal-distal axis of their feet.

Some shoes may have a Rocker design on the forefoot or the back foot only, while others may have a heel-to-toe full rocker sole. Depending on the design of the Rocker Style shoe, it will target different foot issues and conditions such as the ball of the foot pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Arthritis, and other foot conditions or mechanical issues.


Benefits of a Rocker Bottom Shoes

The main use of a Rocker sole is to ensure that the wearer does not stand, walk or run with a completely flat surface underneath their feet.

The Rocker Sole can help with a few issues;

  • Heel To Toe Rocker – The full heel-to-toe rocker sole takes all pressure off the ball of the foot, and heel area, which can help with conditions such as Plantar Fasciitis, ankle weakness and Achilles tendinitis, and ball of the foot pain, or Hallux Rigidus where you need limited motion in the toe area.
  • Reduces pressure Under the Ball of Foot – A toe Rocker style sole reduces pressure in the ball of the foot area, which is ideal for conditions such as Metatarsalgia, Morton’s Neuroma, and arthritis in that area.
  • Midfoot and Ankle Arthritis – The Rocker sole shoe helps treat midfoot and ankle arthritis by limiting the motion of the ankle and heel motion because your foot will roll faster off your heel.
  • Diabetes – The Rocker Sole is ideal for patients with Diabetes to reduce pressure on the feet that may cause ulcers, which can become infected.

Features of a Good Adidas Rocker Bottom Shoe

Adidas Rocker Bottom

  • Uppers – Adidas Rocker Sole shoes may have mesh, textile, or knit fabric uppers that are more lightweight and breathable. Some models do come in leather. There will be a lined interior, and the collar may be padded for a more secure fit. The fit can be snug and sock-like or a roomier relaxed fit.
  • Cushioning – Cushioning systems used are the Cloudfoam and Lightmotion midsole, which is lightweight and soft. The Bounce and Boost Midsoles are more responsive and energizing, and the bounce midsole has a more springy feeling. EVA may be used for firmer cushioning and support.
  • Support – Some shoe models may have a TUU stability heel or a caged fit for structure and stability. There are also models with lateral support and medial posts.
  • Outsole – The Outsole can be a Traxion design that is high Traxion and durable rubber, or the Stretchweb design that is a more flexible continental rubber. Then there are the Continental and regular rubber options.
  • Options – Adidas Rocker Sole shoes will be available in full and half sizes, as well as more colors; some models may also offer wider width fits.

Reviews: The Best Adidas Rocker Bottom Shoes

In our list, we have some of the best available Rocker Sole design shoe models that are from Adidas;


1

  • The Adidstar is a favorite when it comes to Rocker Sole models from Adidas.
  • As you can see, it has a very thick rocker sole with a forefoot rocker design with a curved and angled shape.
  • The uppers are engineered mesh, and there is a more supportive Cage Fit system that wraps and hugs your feet.
  • The Repetitor foam midsole is dual-density and offers firm support.
  • The outsole is a durable and high traction rubber.


2

  • The Ultra Boost 22 has a thick Rocker Bottom sole to take pressure off painful feet and ankles.
  • It features Primeknit uppers that hug your feet and adapt to their shape.
  • There is a Boost midsole for shock absorbing and energizing cushioning.
  • The Stretchweb Continental rubber outsole is more flexible and offers high traction.
  • The shoe is available in more sizes and color options.


3

  • The Solar Boost 3 from Adidas is ideally an outdoor and trail shoe with a lower Rocker Style sole.
  • It has engineered mesh uppers with reinforced overlays and stitching for a more structured fit and better durability.
  • The heel area improves fit to stabilize the Achilles tendon and provide stability.
  • An energizing Boost midsole provides good shock absorbency and comfortable springy cushioning.
  • The Stretchweb outsole consists of continental rubber, with a more flexible design and plenty of grips.


4

  • The Adidas Cloudfoam Tr Races has a slight Heel Rocker design and is an incredibly lightweight shoe.
  • It features soft mesh uppers with a seamless design and smooth lining.
  • There is a soft and lightweight Cloudfoam cushioning for comfort and shock absorbency.
  • The Tonge and heel strap allow you to pull the shoes on and off easily.
  • The rubber outsole has inserts for more secure traction and grip.


5

  • The Adidas Supernova has a regular Rocker sole and comfortable fit.
  • The Uppers are a breathable mesh of recycled materials, and there is a regular, roomy fit.
  • There is a more responsive Boost cushioned midsole with the springy feel of the Bounce midsole.
  • The outsole is a durable and high traction rubber for various surfaces.
  • The Shoe has a comfortable Pull-On design and a slight rocker sole.


6

  • The Adidas Ultra-Boost 21 is an exceptional model in Rocker sole shoes from Adidas.
  • It features a Boost Midsole for energizing cushioning with a thick Rocker Sole design.
  • The uppers are Primeknit,t are stretchable, and give you a comfortable sock-like fit.
  • There is a Stretchweb outsole that is more flexible and consists of durable, high-traction Continental rubber.
  • The shoes are available in a few more colors from which you can choose as needed.


Index Table: Top Rated Adidas Rocker Bottom Shoes

No.ShoeImageFeaturesBrandScore
1Adidas Women's Adistar - Rocker Bottom Shoe
  • EVA Cradle
  • Repetitor Midsole
  • Support Cage Fit
  • Rocker Style Sole
Adidas98
2Adidas Women's Ultraboost 22 - Rocker Sole Running Shoe
  • Stretchweb Outsole
  • Primeknit Uppers
  • Boost Midsole
Adidas97.9
3Adidas Women's Solar Boost 3 - Rocker Bottom Trail Shoe
  • Mesh Uppers
  • Boost Midsole
  • Rocker Sole
Adidas97.5
4Adidas Women's Racer Tr - Racer Shoes for Flat Feet
  • Cloudfoam Sock liner
  • Cloudfoam Midsole
  • Mesh Uppers
  • Slip Resistant Rubber Sole
Adidas96
5Adidas Supernova - Walking Shoes with Rocker Sole
  • Regular Fit
  • Rubber Sole
  • Boost Midsole
Adidas96
6Adidas Men's Ultraboost 21 - Running Shoe with Rocker Sole
  • Sock Fit
  • Rubber Sole
  • Stretchweb Slip Resistant Sole
  • Boost Midsole
  • Cushioned
  • Stable
Adidas97


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Eliza Ward is a running enthusiast, nature lover, and full-time mother for 3 lovely kids in South Africa. She has always had a fetish for shoes and has the best product recommendations for all her friends and family. So she turned what she loved into her full-time job - by testing and recommending the best shoes for our online readers. Read her reviews to know how detailed her observations are.