Today, we’re reviewing the Adidas AE1 Lows in the Ascent Pack MX Grey colorway. The most obvious difference between the mids and lows is the missing mid-collar support. The lows also ditched the extra fabric and lace holes on the toe box, opting for a more traditional setup. You’ll also notice the exposed full-length Light Boost midsole on the soles. Both versions feature reflective 3M on the toe box and the exposed carbon fiber heel counter. Despite sharing the same colorway name though, the lows have a lighter marbling.
Performance-wise, the lows deliver the same responsive snapback energy return with the X-shaped TPU shank plate, and the full-length light boost midsole offers excellent cushioning. The large herringbone traction remains grippy even on dusty courts, though I wouldn’t recommend them outdoors due to the thin rubber compound. Also, the wide base ensures stability and smooth heel-to-toe transitions.
They perform similarly to the mids but feel lighter and lower to the ground. My legs felt fresher after a few runs in the lows. However, containment is a concern. Many hoopers reported heel slippage I suspect due to the lack of mid-collar support, and I found this to be true. Double-knotting the rope laces though fixed the issue for me.
I love both the look and feel of the mids and lows. Adidas Basketball nailed it with Anthony Edwards’ first signature shoe—one of the best-designed in recent memory.
They fit true to size but run narrow, so wide footers should go half a size up. They retail for $170 AUD. Though they’ve sold out, new colorways are on the way. Keep an eye on the Adidas and Footlocker websites, or check out resale markets while prices are still reasonable.
Check out our last sneaker performance review HERE.
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