Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 2

We’ve spent time in the original Terrex Ultra Agravic, and for us it became a go-to shoe for fast races. It felt light, aggressive and built for moving efficiently over long distances. Not necessarily the most forgiving shoe out there — but when the pace picked up, it came alive.

So we were curious about the new Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 2. Would it stay true to that race-day DNA, or shift toward something more mainstream?

After digging into the specs and seeing what early testers are saying, it feels like Adidas has tried to refine rather than reinvent. The shoe still sits firmly in the performance category, built around Lightstrike Pro foam and that distinctive, forward-rolling geometry. It’s designed to keep you moving efficiently, especially over marathon to ultra distances where rhythm matters more than raw cushioning.

The updates seem focused on polish. The upper has been reworked with a lighter mono-mesh that reportedly improves lockdown and breathability. One of the biggest critiques of the original was fit — some found it narrow and slightly tricky through the heel — and most reviews suggest version two feels more secure and true to size. The outsole still features Continental rubber, but with slightly deeper and more confident lugs, aiming to improve grip without compromising its fast feel.

What stands out in feedback is that the shoe feels a touch more forgiving underfoot. Still responsive, still energetic — but less harsh over longer efforts. That could make it more versatile across 50k to 100k distances, without losing the snappy sensation that made the first version appealing for race day.

That said, it doesn’t sound like this has suddenly become a technical mountain shoe. The consensus seems clear: it shines on rolling trails, smoother singletrack, and runnable terrain where you can actually use the rocker and turnover. In very rocky, uneven ground, it may still feel a bit race-sharp rather than protective.

For us, that’s not necessarily a negative. The original worked because it had a clear identity. It wasn’t trying to be everything. It was a fast trail shoe for days when you wanted to push.

The Ultra 2 seems to stay true to that identity — just slightly more refined, slightly more comfortable, and a little more accessible in fit. If you loved the first for faster races, there’s a good chance this version will feel like a natural progression rather than a radical change.

And honestly, we appreciate that. Not every update needs to be dramatic. Sometimes evolution is enough.

8,4/10