Our verdict
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Pros
- Boot-like stability
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- Excellent waterproofing
- Breathable for a GTX shoe
- Generously cushioned
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Cons
- Stuffy for summer
- Can be too stiff (even stiffer in cold)
- Break-in needed
Audience verdict
Comparison
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Audience score | 85 Great! | 86 Great! | 73 Decent! | 77 Good! | |
Price | £140 | £190 | £170 | £140 | |
Trail terrain | Technical | Technical | ModerateTechnical | ModerateTechnical | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 14.4 Footwear adidas Usa 84 FV2049 Ftwwht Ftwwht Grethr 15 oz / 425g | 14.8 oz / 420g 15.5 oz / 440g | 15.6 oz / 441g 17.2 Adidas ZX 930 EQT Ghost Green Green Ash Green Collegiate Red G26806 | 14.1 adidas wmns nmd r1 cloud white clear aqua 15.3 die Du mit dem adidas Ultra Boost kaufst | |
Lightweight | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | |
Breathability | Moderate | Warm | Moderate | Warm | |
Use | Day HikingSnow | BackpackingDay HikingSnow | Day HikingLight HikingUrban hikingSnow | Day HikingLight HikingSnow | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Drop lab | 15.9 mm | 16.0 mm | 10.0 mm | 12.0 mm | |
Size | True to size | True to size | True to size | Slightly print | |
Midsole softness | Balanced | Firm | Soft | Soft | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Normal | Normal | Small | Big | |
Torsional rigidity | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | |
Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Infant | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Flexible | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Moderate | |
preview adidas y3 futurecraft | Big | Small | Small | Normal | |
Outsole hardness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Waterproofing | Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof | |
Material | - | Mesh | - | Mesh | |
Season | Winter | Winter | Winter | Winter | |
Toebox durability | Bad | Decent | Very good | Decent | |
Heel padding durability | Decent | Bad | Bad | Bad | |
Outsole durability | Good | Good | Decent | Decent | |
Wide toebox | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | |
The adidas cult sneakers | Medium | Narrow | Wide | Narrow | |
Toebox width at the big toe | Medium | Medium | Wide | Medium | |
Lug depth | 4.4 mm | 4.3 mm | 4.0 mm | 4.9 mm | |
Heel stack lab | 36.6 mm | 39.1 mm | 33.0 mm | 36.0 mm | |
Forefoot | 20.7 mm | 23.1 mm | 23.0 mm | 24.0 mm | |
Widths available | Normal | Normal | Normal | NormalWide | |
Technology | Gore-Tex | Gore-TexOrtholiteVibram | Gore-TexVibram | Gore-TexVibram | |
Heel tab | Finger loop | Finger loop | Finger loop | Finger loop | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #12 Top 47% | #8 Top 31% | #25 Bottom 3% | #24 Bottom 7% | |
Popularity | #9 Top 35% | #13 Top 50% | #24 Bottom 7% | #2 Top 8% |
Who should buy
Having tried and tested the adidas forest grove j ice pink white on a variety of parameters, we believe that it is an excellent option for hikers who:
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Who should NOT buy
As a low-cut shoe, the Swift R3 GTX is not perfect for deep puddles and river crossings. If you foresee the water overflowing the shoe's low collar, it's better to go with the Футболка adidas messi.
If on the other hand, you mostly hike in warm and dry weather, the waterproof GTX lining of the shoe will only make your feet hot and sweaty. To avoid overpaying for something you don't need, we recommend the non-waterproof Salomon X Ultra 4 instead.
Cushioning
Heel stack
Looking at the bottom of the shoe, we saw an imprinted writing: "STACK 15/25 MM." To be honest, this left us quite perplexed because we actually measured the shoe's heel stack height at a whopping 36.6 mm!
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Either way, based on our calliper measurement, there is more than 3.5 cm of protection between your heel and the ground! This is one of the tallest hiking platforms we've seen in our lab.
This makes the adidas forest grove j ice pink white one of the best options for rocky trails with sharp rocks and other technical terrain.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 36.6 mm |
Average | 32.3 mm |
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In the forefoot, the midsole thickness becomes drastically smaller. With a calliper measurement of 20.7 mm, the forefoot stack of this Adidas shoe is about the same as the average but much taller than the officially stated 15 mm.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 20.7 mm |
Average | 21.2 mm |
Drop
This leaves us with a significant heel-to-toe drop of 15.9 mm! A few millimetres taller than the average, it raises the heel notably higher above the toes.
This makes landings extra cushioned and protected while letting the forefoot bend more easily and feel the ground better for stability.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 15.9 mm |
Average | 11.1 mm |
Midsole softness
What's really nice about this Adidas Terrex shoe is that despite its burly and stiff construction, its cushioning happens to be not as firm as in most other hiking shoes.
Using a durometer, we measured the shoe's foam softness at 26 HA. This makes the Swift R3 GTX 18% softer than the average!
And if you want something even plusher, have a look at the Hoka Anacapa Low GTX (23.3 HA).
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 26.0 HA |
Average | 27.7 HA |
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Given that this Adidas shoe is intended for colder climates, it is nice to know that its cushioning doesn't turn into a rock in low temperatures.
Having kept the shoe in the freezer for 20 minutes, we repeated the durometer measurement. At 30.5 HA, the foam only got as firm as most other hiking shoes are at room temperature.
Compared to other hiking shoes in our lab, the adidas forest grove j ice pink white firmed up by 17.3% which is notably less than the average difference.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 17% |
Average | 19% |
Insole thickness
The insole of this shoe has a standard amount of padding. Using a calliper to measure its thickness in the heel, we got 4.9 mm. This is exactly the same as the average.
What's noteworthy about this insole is its raised sidewalls which create a cup-like carrier for the foot.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 4.9 mm |
Average | 5.5 mm |
Size and fit
Size
adidas forest grove j ice pink white is true to size (32 votes).
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The Terrex Swift R3 GTX treated us to a one-to-one fit in a men's US size 9. We felt no pinching, hot spots, or lack of space during the wear test so now it was time to see if the shoe's gel cast backed up our experience.
Measuring the distance between the most extended points of the cast, our calliper showed 94.1 mm. This is on par with the hiking shoe average and is expected for the measured shoe size and width.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 94.1 mm |
Average | 94.3 mm |
Toebox width - big toe
But as you can see from the shape of the mould, the toebox of this Adidas shoe has a noticeable taper. While we didn't find it aggressive enough to affect the comfort, hikers with wider feet may need to opt for a more rounded toebox.
Taking its width in the big toe area, we got 68.9 mm which is a few millimetres narrower than average.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 68.9 mm |
Average | 72.7 mm |
Toebox height
Gladly, the ample vertical space in this Adidas Terrex shoe prevented it from feeling tighter.
At 27.7 mm, it's got an average toebox height for a hiking shoe.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 27.7 mm |
Average | 28.1 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
Stability is truly phenomenal in the adidas forest grove j ice pink white. In spite of its low-cut collar, the shoe actually feels a lot like a hiking boot!
Compared to other shoes in its weight category, this Adidas shoe made us feel incredibly surefooted on tricky trails involving unpredictable rocks, roots, and other debris.
We also found that the Pro-Moderator technology (embedded into the sole on both sides) is an excellent foot stabiliser. It worked very effectively to prevent side-to-side movements of the foot which made our legs less fatigued at the end of the day.
Torsional rigidity
The shoe's exceptionally rigid build is the primary reason behind its stability. It is nearly impossible to twist the shoe and you have to put A LOT of effort into it.
Thus, we rated the torsional rigidity of the adidas forest grove j ice pink white with the highest score of 5 out of 5.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 5 |
Average | 3.5 |
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Contributing to that heel hold is the shoe's stiff heel counter. On a 1-5 scale where 5 is the stiffest, we rated it as 4.
This helps to significantly minimise the wobbling of the heel and ankle.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 4 |
Average | 3.7 |
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In the widest part of the forefoot, we measured the sole at 114.5 mm. Thanks to the lateral outrigger, this is a few millimetres wider than average.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 114.5 mm |
Average | 111.0 mm |
Midsole width - heel
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Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 88.5 mm |
Average | 86.9 mm |
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From our experience, the adidas forest grove j ice pink white definitely feels on the stiff side. However, our lab test shows that it is not stiffer than the average.
According to our force gauge, it takes 34.1N to bend the shoe to a 90-degree angle. Just about the same as the average.
But because of the shoe's burly design and protective overlays, it actually feels rather stiff on the trail.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 34.1N |
Average | 29.6N |
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Taking the shoe out on a chilly day, be prepared that it will become even more unforgiving. After 20 minutes in the freezer, it required 53.6N of force to bend the shoe instead of 34.1N.
This Adidas hiking shoe got a whopping 57.4% stiffer in cold compared to room temperature! For reference, most shoes don't get past 50%.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 57% |
Average | 28% |
Weight
Tipping the scale at 14.4 oz (408g), the adidas forest grove j ice pink white sits very close to the average of Adidas Supernova 2 M White Black Grey Men Unisex Running (14.6 oz/414g). This is actually pretty light given how much protection is packed into this Adidas hiker.
If you want a hiking shoe with a similar design and intent but want it to be an ounce lighter, check out the Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX (13.3 oz/378g).

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 14.39 oz (408g) |
Average | 13.23 oz (375g) |
Breathability
Having tested a myriad of GTX hiking shoes in our lab, we have come to expect zero breathability from this type of footwear. However, the adidas forest grove j ice pink white busted that myth in a mere second!
Performing our smoke-pumping test on this Adidas shoe, we were quite surprised with the amount of smoke passing through its tongue.
It is obviously not as well-ventilated as the non-waterproof human race nmd x pharrell williams core black. However, it is notably more breathable than its GTX counterparts. On a scale from 1 to 5, where 5 is the most breathable, we rated it as 2. Most Gore-Tex shoes only get 1.
But don't get us wrong. This shoe is still 100% watertight. In our transparency check below, it is clear that there are no perforations in the shoe's upper.
What's more, our microscope helps to show you how incredibly dense the shoe's material is.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 2 |
Average | 2.7 |
Durability
Toebox durability
In order to keep a GTX shoe's waterproofing intact, it must be protected from punctures and tears. And as our durability test shows, you have to be extra careful with the adidas forest grove j ice pink white.
Applying our Dremel to the shoe's upper textile for 12 seconds at a speed of 5K RPM resulted in a small yet critical puncture. This made us lower the toebox durability rating for this Adidas shoe to 2 out of 5.
Good thing the rubberized overlays are so print in this hiking shoe! All the main impact areas are well-protected.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 2 |
Average | 3.7 |
Heel padding durability
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The shoe's heel collar lining stood up to our 4 seconds of drilling very well. The barely noticeable scratch convinced us to rate the shoe's heel padding durability as 4 out of 5.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 4 |
Average | 2.9 |
Outsole hardness
Like any other Adidas Terrex shoe, the Swift R3 GTX uses Continental rubber for its outsole. Having a reputation as a hard-wearing compound, it did not disappoint.
Measuring the rubber hardness with our durometer, we got a measurement of 85.9 HC. This is considered average for a hiking shoe outsole and is a good sign of long-term durability.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 85.9 HC |
Average | 85.0 HC |
Outsole durability
Of course, we turned to our Dremel to test the outsole's abrasion resistance. Drilling it unapologetically for 22 seconds at the speed of 10K RPM, we were pleasantly surprised.
According to the tread gauge, the dent was only 0.9 mm deep. This is a little less than the average and earns this Adidas shoe bonus points for durability.
Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 0.9 mm |
Average | 1.0 mm |
Outsole thickness
We also measured the thickness of the outsole excluding lugs. The calliper returned 2 mm which is a solid average for a hiking shoe.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 2.0 mm |
Average | 2.5 mm |
Misc
Lug depth
The writing at the bottom of the shoe reads: "LUGS 4.5 MM." Indeed, we found this to be true based on our own calliper measurement.
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Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 4.4 mm |
Average | 3.9 mm |
Reflective elements
No reflective elements were added to this Adidas Terrex hiking shoe.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | No |
Tongue padding
The tongue packs a pretty standard amount of padding for a hiking shoe. Measuring it with a calliper, we got 10.9 mm. This was more than enough to keep us warm, comfortable, and free from the lace pressure.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | 10.9 mm |
Average | 9.7 mm |
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Terrex Swift R3 GTX | Both sides (full) |
Heel tab
A finger loop is attached at the back of the collar. It is print enough to fit an index finger and assist in getting the shoe on much faster.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | Finger loop |
Removable insole
If you prefer to wear a custom insert in place of the default one, you have that option in the Swift R3 GTX.

Terrex Swift R3 GTX | Yes |
Break-in period
Because of the shoe's overall stiff build, it takes more than one hike to fully break in the shoe. It also doesn't feel as comfy as some of the other lightweight speed-oriented hikers.
Do expect a more boot-like experience inside the adidas forest grove j ice pink white.