Stable, durable & lighter than older Barricades.
As part of the Parley collection, this shoe features recycled materials pulled from our oceans.
The adidas Barricade is back! Coming from a long history of being the most stable and durable shoe on the market, this 12th version is designed to carry on the legacy of the most successful adidas tennis franchise. A key feature carried on from previous Barricades is the Torsion System, which creates a very stable ride and will hold up to the most aggressive changes of direction. This update features an asymmetric hidden lacing system, which provides secure lockdown and keeps the laces protected on the medial side for hard court sliders. The comfort has been enhanced with foam pods in the heel region for step-in comfort, as well as the BOUNCE 2.0 full midsole for those players putting in the long hours on court. This shoe features Primegreen, a series of high-performance recycled materials, where 50% of the upper material is recycled content.
- Upper: One-piece textile upper material, with an asymmetric lacing system, neoprene tongue, and hidden laces on the medial side. Medial side features tough RPU to protect from foot drag, and toe-cap equipped with Adituff for added durability. Primegreen - 50% of the upper is recycled content.
- Midsole: Full length BOUNCE 2.0 midsole, with Torsion System TPU midfoot shank to maximise lateral stability.
- Outsole: New ADIWEAR rubber compound for high wear durability. Herringbone Reload tread design for enhanced abrasion resistance in high wear areas, and lateral edge caters to hard court sliding.
- Color: White / Pulse Blue
Fit Details
| Length: | True |
|---|---|
| Width: | Medium |
| Arch: | Medium |
| Break-in: | Slight |
| Weight: | 14.2 ounces (size 10.5) |
| Durability Guarantee: | None |
| Surface: | Hard (All Court) |
Stock #: GY1369
Previous Feedback
Comments: Love this shoe!! Super comfortable. Fits perfectly and break-in time is not too long. Very stable side to side. Good value!!
From: Anonymous - MA, United States
Comments: I have played in a lot of different shoes and the Barricade is by far the best. If you are an aggressive mover and need the most stability and support you can get this is the shoe. There are more comfy shoes out there but they can't match the performance of this one. They were ready to play right out of the box and hug your foot without and heel or forward slip.
From: Scott - FL, United States. August 15, 2022
Comments: The product is for my boss. He is brand loyal to Adidas and has always liked the fitting and design - he is an avid tennis player.
From: Anonymous - CAL, Thailand. July 24, 2022
Comments: It is the first Adidas tennis that fits me perfectly. I ordered my usual size (11) and it fit me perfectly. Super comfortable. For now I have only used it twice, but it is enough for me to say that they are the best Adidas I have ever had.
From: Uri - MVD, Uruguay. July 18, 2022
Comments: Hadn't bought a new tennis shoe since an older Barricade model and wasn't sure what to expect. This is my third pair (different colorways and slated for future use), so I think I can firmly say I'm sold. Keep the great color options coming, and I'll keep putting them on the shelf, feet, and court.
From: Kelly - CA, United States. July 14, 2022
Comments: Other than wanting additional colors, it's the best shoe I've worn in years. I'm on my 3rd pair now and my plantar fasciitis is gone since I've stopped wearing Nikes.
From: Anonymous - CALIFORNIA, United States July 11, 2022
Comments: Great feeling on your feet. 100% comfortable and great support. I have a semi-plane feet and this version of the Barricade give me full confidence in my balance.
From: Juan Carlos Alva Loaiza - LIM, Peru. July 10, 2022
Comments: I really like the new Barricades! The weight is good! I actually like the lacing system a lot. I like a very tight tennis shoe, so I find its easier on the top of the foot so you don't cut off any circulation like I've had happen on for example the Ubersonic 4. I really miss the Ubersonic 3's. The only big problem I have with the shoe is the 'attack angle' of the back heel support towards the achilles. It ruined the shoe until I decided to razor blade the section and take a chunk out of it (half an inch wide or so) to prevent myself from getting blisters. No idea why adidas went with such an aggressive angle on that heel support. If they just went straight up with it I think the shoe would be perfect. The wear on the side of the shoe is alright. If you move aggressively and slide on hard court like myself, you'll cut through the side pretty quickly. I use shoe goo to keep the side together till the out sole wears out into the foam. The out sole has good durability. Not as soft as other out soles, so its a little less grippy but I like it that way. Also, laces are a tad too long. I don't really understand the reason to go to a thinner, longer shoe lace for tennis shoes. Overall, a very good shoe, with one horrible design flaw.
From: Sean - CA, United States. July 10, 2022
Comments: I have been using Adidas Barricades since their inception. I always loved the durability and support, but they were heavy and needed a decent amount of time to break-in. Yet the advantages they offered far outweighed the disadvantages. With this version Adidas found a way to shave weight off the shoe without sacrificing stability and durability. Not too crazy about the way the laces are positioned but they are a minor inconvenience. I play in these shoes 4 times per week in Houston where it is hot and humid. I have had the shoes for 5 months now and they still feel great.
From: Gabriel - TX, United States. July 09, 2022
Comments: I've been playing on these shoes for just over a month and I'm very disappointed. The tongue bunches up and I have to pull it up every 10 min. The heel piece is too high and I get constant blisters. The shoe laces are flimsy and feel like they're going to snap. The shoes just simply cannot get snug and therefor don't feel supportive. The shoe lace holes/loops are weird and feel cheap. The shoe has frayed in several places, and very odd places - no place I've get got wear on a shoe before. I generally like adidas shoes, but this particular edition is a bust.
From: Aaron - PA, United States. July 02, 2022
Comments: Love these shoes for my daily training sessions. Lace system I love to protect from sliding or toe drag. I use the Ubersonic's for matches and Barricades for practice. True to size and a lot of grip for the court. Out of the box a little stiff but half hour break in time. My feet feel great after practice due to the outstanding support.
From: Tennessee Runner - TN, United States. June 27, 2022
Comments: Long time barricade lover, around a 13 UTR. These are horrendous. Thoughtlessly designed and uncomfortable. No cushioning on top, just feels like shards of plastic digging into the top of my foot.
From: Anonymous - WAS, United States. June 26, 2022
Comments: Been a Barricade fan since its early incarnations. Loved every version of it. This one is the best one yet but this lacing system is horrible. Those little loops that are supposed to hold the laces are basically stitched together. As the shoe wears and sweats gets into it, they give way as you try to pull on them to make for a tighter fit. I have had 3 pairs of these new models and each one of them, it has happened. I hope that adidas can fix this issue on their next production run or edition. Other than that the shoe delivers on what it promises.
From: Anonymous - FL, United States. June 21, 2022
Comments: While the shoe is overall comfortable, the way it is made there is a gap at the middle of the outer side of the shoe. The liner does not continue unbroken. Putting the shoe on bunches the liner creating a "hard" spot that is irritating. The liner should have been continuous and not permitted to bunch.
From: David Capito - GA, United States. June 15, 2022
Comments: True to size for me and my width is normal. Great grip on the court and able to stop and accelerate no problem. Easy break in time which I thought would take longer. I like the lace system in the shoe and lower profile gives me the ability to move faster.
From: Paris Ruth - TN , United States. May 28, 2022
Comments: SOLE: adidas focused on durability here. The soles feel clunky and loud on the first few wears. The sole outlasts the shoes I've worn from Wilson, Nike, KSwiss, Babolat and even Prince. COMFORT: These shoes are harder on my feet than some others. The ball of my foot will burn after a few hours of hard play, but they play so well. They're so stable and made for hard play. I wouldn't wear these if I was an older player looking for cushy comfort (I'm 29) FIT: Nice space in the toe box (my only complaint with Wilson and Prince shoes is the tight toe box). Good heel lock. Overall a great fitting shoe. MINOR CONS: The laces are poor. Tore through mine in a month. Small break in period. Some players might feel these shoes are clunky due to the hard, durable, wide, stable soles. Overall 5/5. Good bang for your buck. These things will last we the entire season, no problem.
From: Evan - MI, United States, May 22, 2022
Comments: Really liked lateral stability and they didn't feel heavy, but like some other reviews mentioned the tongue and laces are kind of frustrating. That tongue kept curling up while putting them on and would be uncomfortable to play in and likely giver you a blister on top of your foot. Laces were thin and flimsy but that's an easy upgrade.
From: Dj, April 16, 2022
Comments: My fave adidas shoe available right now. They have the stable feel of past Barricades in a modern, quicker package. I like the asymmetrical lacing because of how my old adidas soccer shoes were. That is a natural, locked-in feel for me. These are also very durable. Took me some experimenting to get the size correct. I went a half-size down to get a tighter fit because I prefer that. But, ended up undoing that and going with my normal size and my foot fit cleanly with no rubbing anywhere in the shoe. As long as adidas keeps making these, Im wearing them.
From: Brad, March 17, 2022
Comments: I ended up returning the pair of adidas Barricades I had. After playing in them twice, I decided there were too many things that could go wrong. I have a pretty narrow foot and the tongue would slip and get in bunches. The laces are pretty thin for those trying to really lock them down. I believe adidas made a big mistake using elastic straps for their lacing eyelets - you just cannot get these shoes to wrap around your foot as they should. The Bounce in the back of the foot was super cushioned, but moving around, the heel is extremely bulky. Forefoot is low to the ground for good court feel, but didn't really feel any cushion. Disappointed.
From: Mark, 8/9/21
Comments: Barricade is back! And in a big way. This is the most plush Barricade I can remember right from the first moment you put it on. You get a locked in feel, but the shoe is still light and speedy. Stability is great too, and the boost material in the heel makes the shoe well-cushioned. Maybe not as low as the Nike Vapor Pro, but better cushioning and support without being much higher at all. I have been wearing Nike for three years since the Barricade line disappeared and I am now switching back. This shoe is right up there with the Asics Gel Resolution 8's. I actually like this Barricade better. Well done, Adidas. Side note: I have slightly wider feet, and the fit is great!
From: Andrew, 7/8/21