With gleaming, bright pink outsoles and a sleek design, the recently released adidas Women’s adizero Tempaia 2.0 tennis shoes make a strong impression right out of the box. Immediately, I knew they would remove me from my classic, all-white tennis shoe comfort zone, but the promise of light, yet sturdy footwear made the switch worthwhile.
As a former owner of the famously durable adidas Barricades, I was concerned that the Tempaia 2.0’s would feel flimsy by comparison. But with adiTuff and adiWear technology supporting the outsole, it was clear adidas created this shoe to withstand the high-speed footwork of the most advanced player. Though not quite as light at the adidas Feather 2.0’s, the Tempaia 2.0’s (size 8.5) weigh in at a comfortable 11.2 oz.
After years of suffering from foot pain (plantar fasciitis), I was particularly pleased with the ample adiPrene padding in the heel region. With that comes the feel of additional bulk, but adidas expertly implements SprintSkin technology to wrap the foot in a streamlined “second skin,” balancing out any resulting instability.
Unlike many of the tennis shoes on the market today, the exterior of the Tempaia 2.0’s is made almost exclusively of synthetic leather, prompting ventilation concerns. But in lieu of traditional mesh pockets, adidas added perforations in the material to keep air circulating. While not the coolest shoes on the market, the heat factor is negligible.
Traditionally an adidas size 9, I would have been well-served by an 8.5 in this model. Slightly wider than the original Tempaia shoes, they felt too spacious in the forefoot, leading to discomfort upon abrupt direction changes.
Lastly, the Tempaia 2.0’s are miCoach compatible for the player interested in tracking their every move. A small compartment in the sole allows insertion of the miCoach Speed_Cell, which records distance and speed data.
As a whole, this shoe is light, sturdy, and functional – perfect for players of any level. And, don’t worry, if pink is not your thing, the Tempaia 2.0’s are also available in a clean, crisp white.