Our verdict
As only the second iteration of waterproof Ultraboosts, the 22 GTX has already undergone significant changes to place itself higher than its predecessor. With a sleeker design, more padding, and better waterproofing, this daily trainer can easily handle dampness and downpours with style. Despite the upgrades, it still has a lot to improve on if it wants the same endearment its non-GTX kin receives.
Pros
- Watertight upper
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- Good build quality and durability
- Sleek silhouette
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- Upper made with recycled materials
Cons
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- Doesn’t play nice with wide feet
- Really heavy
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You can’t go wrong with Gore-Tex—this is a sentiment that seems to be shared by Ultraboost 22 GTX owners. The shoe’s waterproofing (which lines the entire upper) has worked remarkably well for them, with many claiming that they’ve been 100 percent waterproof, Adidas Geodiver Primeblue Shoes Cloud White Cloud White Core.
One expert added that unlike in the previous edition, the 22 GTX doesn’t have to be “zipped up to have that Gore-Tex protection.” He goes on to say that since the mesh membrane is “only for looks,” cinching its laces would be enough to reap its water-repelling benefits.
Boosted comfort
To no one’s surprise, the Boost foam midsole was a delight in the 22 GTX. Users stated that it was “really supportive for long days” and “great for flat feet,” and that the “comfort of Ultraboost is unmatched!”
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Complementing the UB22 GTX’s waterproof upper is its Continental rubber outsole. According to reviewers, it offers great durability and exceptional grip that, as one owner said, improved the range of terrain he can walk on.
However, one issue most testers can’t get over is the “quacky” noise the shoes make when in use. One described it as sounding “like wellingtons when walking.”
Just a waterproof walker?
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It does appear to be excellent for significantly lower-speed sessions (i.e. walking and all-day from), as a good number of positive reviews made a reference to those:
- “Walking the dog during autumn rains, it's a great shoe”
- “Bought these for my wet morning walks but I seem to from them everyday.”
A prohibitive fit
Testers recommend going at least a half-size bigger in the UB22 GTXs. This is due to the stiff upper material, as well as the shoe itself being particularly narrow from the opening down to the toe box. A wider-footed user recounted feeling like his feet were “inserted into a plastic, blind ended narrow tunnel.”
Zipped-in tight
The shoe forgoes the traditional shoelace in favor of an adjustable cinch cord with the zippered mesh shroud. Some runners loved this type of lacing setup, stating that it “feels secure and bomb-proof,” and “the foot lockdown is crazy.”
Others were more critical, though, as they thought that the zipper contributed to the shoe’s tightness. “You basically can’t even zipper up the top because it’s killing circulation to your foot,” one comment read.
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Reviewers appreciated the soft liner and substantial amount of padding in the second-gen Ultraboost GTX, which experts also confirmed as step-ups compared to the first.
Unfortunately for users with broad feet, due to its aforementioned snugness, the plushness was overpowered by the upper’s harder bits digging into their heels and ankles.
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A number of testers said that they liked how the shroud covering the laces makes the 22 GTX look sleek and smooth. What they weren’t a fan of, though, is the huge ‘Gore-Tex’ text—sometimes in “clashing” colors—front and center on the shoe.
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- Owners were impressed by the construction of the UB22 GTX, saying that “the build quality is amazing,” and that it “trumps past models for sure.”
- Environmentally conscious users will be glad to know that the upper on this shoe is partly made using recycled content.
- The Ultraboost 22 GTX is heavy even for a waterproof runner (a segment already notorious for their heft), weighing 400g for a mens’ US9 vs. the 315g average.
