Our verdict

If you’ve been dreaming of Yeezy sneakers but can’t afford their sky-high tag, we believe that the adidas goodyear Ozelia is a perfect alternative. Put side-by-side with the Yeezy 700 V3, the similarities appear to be much greater than the differences! But Yeezy vibes aside, we must highlight how fabulously the Ozelia fuses the opposites: it is affordable yet highly durable, chunky yet light on foot, and familiarly retro yet futuristic. We never had to choose between comfort and style with this adidas goodyear kick, happily enjoying both.

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  • Well-padded interiors
  • Fantastic value for money

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  • Not for wide feet
  • Double knot needed (long and slippery laces)

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Who should buy

We are confident that this gentle giant will appeal to those in search of:

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  • a warm pair of shoes for cooler weather

adidas goodyear Ozelia review

Who should NOT buy

No amount of style and quality can compensate for having toasty and sweaty feet on a hot summer day. If you need a sneaker with a similar appeal but a more breathable upper, we recommend the Astir or the Ozweego, adidas goodyear daytona race boots sale women black.

The Ozweego will also provide a little more toe space for those with wider feet.

adidas goodyear Ozelia lab test

Cushioning

Heel stack

Despite its platformy look, the actual stack height of the adidas goodyear Ozelia is lower than it seems. That's because the foot sits inside that foamy cradle and not on top of it.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Heel stack

Based on our caliper measurement, the shoe's heel stack clocks in at 29.9 mm which is just about the same as the average.

We experienced plenty of underfoot support and impact protection with this amount of material.

Test results
Ozelia 29.9 mm
Average 30.2 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
16.9 mm
Heel stack
50.5 mm

Forefoot stack

We also checked how much rubber and foam is packed under the ball of the foot. With a caliper reading of 19.4 mm, the adidas goodyear Ozelia is right on par with the average sneaker forefoot stack.

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The ground contact never felt hard on our toes during the wear test.

adidas goodyear Ozelia medial support

Test results
Ozelia 19.4 mm
Average 19.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
9.7 mm
Forefoot stack
29.5 mm

Drop

The in-shoe experience felt on point thanks to the kick's standard heel-to-toe drop of 10.5 mm.

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Like most casual sneakers, the adidas goodyear Ozelia puts the heel in a slightly more elevated position. This allows for added cushioning under the heel and minimizes the strain on the wearer's calves and Achilles.

Test results
Ozelia 10.5 mm
Average 11.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.5 mm
Drop
17.2 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

adidas goodyear uses full-length adiPrene foam to create a consistently cushy ride in the Ozelia. To be honest, we were a bit puzzled because the company barely uses this material in its more recent releases.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Midsole softness

The adiPrene feels more on the soft side, which is reflected in our Shore A durometer measurement. At 23.8 HA, it is 25% softer than the average sneaker foam!

But because the adiPrene is locked inside a firmer carrier foam, the softness gets somewhat dampened on foot.

Even though we can't complain about the comfort offered by the adiPrene, it still feels a bit basic compared to the more popular adidas goodyear foams.

For example, it doesn't feel as plush and bouncy as Adidas' famous Boost foam. If you want to experience its ultra-responsive nature, consider the Alphaboost V1 sneaker instead.

Test results
Ozelia 23.8 HA
Average 29.0 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 75 sneakers
Number of shoes
15.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
46.4 HA

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Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

But there is more to the Ozelia's cushioning than adiPrene. Having cut the shoe in half, we discovered a large piece of other foam in the heel! That unit has a notably firmer density showing 35.0 HA on our durometer (47% firmer than adiPrene).

The jury is still out on what foam that is exactly but who cares about what it's called if it feels nice and responsive underfoot?

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Test results
Ozelia 35.0 HA
Average 34.0 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.

Insole thickness

The shoe's insole is not very generously padded showing only 3.1 mm of thickness in the heel. Thinner than average, it adds just a minor touch of cushioning on top of the shoe's already-loaded midsole.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Insole thickness
Test results
Ozelia 3.1 mm
Average 5.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.1 mm
Insole thickness
11.5 mm

Size and fit

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adidas goodyear Ozelia is slightly small (11 votes).

Owners of this shoe, how does this shoe fit?

1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 109 sneakers
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

Toebox width - widest part

adidas goodyear makes it very clear from the start that the Ozelia has a snug fit. It is stated on the shoe's official product page.

Even though we agree with that statement, we don't think that fit is critically snug for a medium-width foot like ours. But it does feel one-to-one.

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Our caliper measured nothing less than the average 99.5 mm in the widest part of the shoe's forefoot.

Test results
Ozelia 99.5 mm
Average 99.0 mm
Compared to 84 sneakers
Number of shoes
91.3 mm
Toebox width - widest part
105.3 mm

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We also found that the Ozelia's toebox is not radically tapered around the big toe either.

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Showing 75.7 mm at the front, the toebox dimensions of this adidas goodyear sneaker are right on par with the average.

In our opinion, it is the thick upper panels that make the fit feel tighter than it actually is. Lined with dense neoprene-like material, they have no stretch to them whatsoever which makes the in-shoe experience a little claustrophobic.

Test results
Ozelia 75.7 mm
Average 75.0 mm
Compared to 83 sneakers
Number of shoes
65.7 mm
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83.0 mm

Laces

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adidas goodyear Ozelia lacing

Ropey, slippery, and absurdly long, we had to double-tie them each time. It was the only way to prevent them from coming undone or dragging on the ground.

Stability

Lateral stability test

While the adidas goodyear Ozelia won't set your feet flying, it will keep them steadily planted on the ground.

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Torsional rigidity

Our manual test instantly revealed the shoe's high level of torsional rigidity. On a 1-5 scale where 5 represents maximum stiffness, the Ozelia scored 5 in a heartbeat!

From the ground up, this adidas goodyear sneaker is designed to give you a huge bear hug! Its tall midsole walls and thick V-shaped upper panels formed a very secure cage around our feet, assuring us that ankle rolls were just not happening.

Test results
Ozelia 5
Average 3.6
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

Considering how sturdy the shoe's overall design is, it could afford to have a less structured heel counter.

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It didn't make the adidas goodyear Ozelia less supportive but added a more adaptive, sock-like fit in the rearfoot.

Test results
Ozelia 2
Average 3.2
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

Midsole width - forefoot

With its extra-broad sole dimensions, we are surprised that the Ozelia didn't make it to our widest sneaker platforms!

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Showing 115.8 mm in the widest part of the forefoot, it proved to be over 7 mm wider than average. But its footprint is nearly identical to that of the Ozweego (Ozelia's closest counterpart).

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Test results
Ozelia 115.8 mm
Average 108.5 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
95.1 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
121.0 mm

Midsole width - heel

The shoe's extra-wide heel portion is another major source of stability for the adidas goodyear Ozelia. Our caliper recorded 98.0 mm in the widest part of the heel.

That's about 15 mm wider than the average! An astonishingly wide base.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Midsole width in the heel

Test results
Ozelia 98.0 mm
Average 83.6 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
67.7 mm
Midsole width - heel
103.1 mm

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There is not a lot of room for flex in this adidas goodyear shoe's sturdy construction. Both the upper and the sole have very little give in the forefoot.

Thus, the Ozelia requires a little more force to bend along with the foot. To be precise, it takes 25% more Newtons than the average sneaker, according to our force gauge.

Also, we aren't very happy with the way the shoe's upper material folds in the metatarsal area, to be honest. That's a red flag of potential pinching.

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Test results
Ozelia 29.3N
Average 23.4N
We use an average of four tests. The video shows one of those tests.
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
5.8N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
51.8N

Weight

It is easy to assume that the adidas goodyear Ozelia is a heavy sneaker just by looking at its beefed-up silhouette. But you will be surprised just as much as we were...

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At 11.9 oz (336g) in a men's US size 9, the shoe is actually 2 oz (65g) lighter than average! We wouldn't believe that measurement if we didn't see it ourselves!

adidas goodyear Ozelia shoe weight

But here is the real kicker - the adidas goodyear Ozelia is even lighter than its close sibling Ozweego (12.7 oz/360g)!

If you want a chunker that doesn't weigh the foot down - Ozelia is the way to go!

Test results
Ozelia 11.85 oz (336g)
Average 13.79 oz (391g)
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
8.50 oz (241g)
Weight
20.49 oz (581g)

Breathability

We highly recommend waiting for the cooler weather to rock the adidas goodyear Ozelia. Otherwise, the shoe's thick neoprene(ish?) upper will make your feet yearn for fresh air.

To visualize the shoe's ventilation capacity, we filled its upper with smoke and observed how easily it passed through the upper. The video above clearly shows that the Ozelia failed to let the smoke out almost entirely!

Its upper has no perforation holes or hidden ventilation channels, based on our transparency check above. The apertures on the toebox overlay are merely cosmetic as well.

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Not to mention that the shoe's primary synthetic material has ZERO breathability. 

adidas goodyear Ozelia Breathability microscope check

Even when we took a closer look at it through our microscope, there was not even a hint of ventilation pores.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Breathability under microscope

There is no doubt about it - the adidas goodyear Ozelia is a warm sneaker that's most suitable for the colder months. Breathability score? Clearly, the lowest - 1 out of 5.

Test results
Ozelia 1
Average 3
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Leather/Suede quality

We couldn't help but check if the suede material on the tongue and collar of our Ozelia colorway was real.

Using a butane torch, we hit the suede overlay with fire and were pleasantly surprised with what we saw! The material did not catch fire or melt and a quick scratch with a leather awl confirmed that it was indeed real!

A nice surprise from a reasonably-priced sneaker.

Test results
Ozelia Real suede

Toebox durability

Blowing through a pair of these adidas goodyear sneakers won't be so easy. We found that the shoe's robust construction makes it less airy but offers plenty of abrasion resistance in return!

Let's start by checking the shoe's toebox first.

Guarded with a synthetic leather overlay, the Ozelia's forefoot is ready to sustain some serious bumps into concrete and stones.

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Even though the shoe uses fake leather, it still proved to be of higher quality compared to most other synthetic sneakers we've tested. You can see much greater damage on the struktur organisasi adidas goodyear indonesia malaysia above. But to be fair, that shoe is also cheaper than the Ozelia ($75).

Rating the kick's toebox durability on a 1-5 scale, we readily gave it the maximum 5.

Test results
Ozelia 5
Average 3.7
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

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We believe that this part of the Ozelia will hold up against bone friction much better than the average sneaker. Take the torn inner lining of the New Balance 327 for example.

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Test results
Ozelia 5
Average 3.2
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
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Outsole hardness

Does the shoe's outsole live up to the high standards set by its upper materials? Let's find out.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Outsole hardness

For starters, the rubber compound on the shoe is nice and hard. With a Shore C durometer measurement of 87.0 HC, it proved to be just as hard as the average sneaker outsole.

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Test results
Ozelia 87.0 HC
Average 85.7 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
76.1 HC
Outsole hardness
94.0 HC

Outsole durability

And once again, the Ozelia meets our expectations!

Even when we raised the stakes by turning up the speed to 10K RPM and extending the drilling time to 22 seconds, the shoe's rubber stood up to the challenge.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Outsole durability test

The outsole remained in a near-perfect condition showing a mere 0.6 mm deep dent. Not even a millimeter of damage. That's a big bonus point to the Ozelia's lifespan.

Test results
Ozelia 0.6 mm
Average 1.1 mm
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

adidas goodyear also went for a fairly standard outsole thickness of 3.6 mm. It is not excessively thick but is just enough to provide solid durability without adding ounces to the shoe's weight.

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Hard, wear-resistant, and sufficiently thick - the rubber outsole on the adidas goodyear Ozelia promises more than one season of regular wear!

adidas goodyear Ozelia outsole

Test results
Ozelia 3.6 mm
Average 5.3 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
2.9 mm
Outsole thickness
8.6 mm

Misc

Reflective elements

As you can see, our colorway of the adidas goodyear Ozelia doesn't have any reflective elements on the upper.

However, we know that some other color options (like the Cloud White) do shine in the dark. They have reflective Three Stripes and webbed eyelets.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Reflective elements
Test results
Ozelia No

Tongue padding

Contributing to its snug and secure confines, the Ozelia features a very generous tongue padding of 11.8 mm.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Tongue padding
Test results
Ozelia 11.8 mm
Average 9.3 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.7 mm
Tongue padding
23.0 mm

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It is not typical for casual sneakers to have gusseted tongues. However, adidas goodyear decided to go for an extra secure foot lockdown in the Ozelia and added half-length gussets on both sides of the tongue.

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A seemingly minor design tweak, it is actually very practical for keeping the tongue in place when walking or getting the shoe on.

Test results
Ozelia Both sides (semi)

Heel tab

No loops or tabs here. Grab onto the shoe's extended heel collar and tongue to assist the on-and-off.

adidas goodyear Ozelia Heel tab
Test results
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Removable insole

The shoe's insole is made removable to help you customize the experience as needed.

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P.S. Did you notice how small the insole is compared to the shoe's bulky profile? That's a very good illustration of how snugly the Ozelia actually fits inside.
Test results
Ozelia Yes