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The Adidas Stabil X is the top-end indoor court shoe model from Adidas. The Stabil range has been around for years and usually features plenty of padding, but can also be on the heavy side. The Adidas Stabil X is part of the Adidas handball range.

Update: this model is being replaced by the Adidas Stabil Next Gen in 2020

Adidas Stabil X

Prior models of this shoe have been worn by top squash players like Greg Gaultier, James Willstrop, and many others. More recently, I haven’t seen any squash pros using the Stabil X.

There was a significant redesign of the shoe compared to the prior version. Now it features a built-in sock of sorts. Here’s the product description from adidas:

Stand up to the cut-and-thrust of top-level competition. These lightweight handball shoes are made with a mid cut for ankle stability. An inner sling-cage system lets you use the laces to adjust the level of foot-hugging support. The durable mesh forefoot adds abrasion resistance while responsive cushioning helps provide endless energy for dominating your rivals.

2019 Adidas Stabil X

Here are the Adidas Stabil X models that I’ve spotted in 2019.

Men (2019)

Footwear White / Solar Red / Shock Yellow

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Grey / Coral, spotted December 2019 (thanks, thejudge):

Adidas Stabil X Grey Coral

Image via zalando.co.uk →

Product Info

Release year: 2019
Price: £105

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Blue, off-white and gold, spotted September 2019:

Adidas Stabil X Blue White Gold

Image via handballshop.com →

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Thanks to Nawar for the tip.


These two models were spotted in May 2019. Black, white and orange:

Adidas Stabil X 2019 Black

Image via weplayhandball.de →

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White, black and orange:

Adidas Stabil X 2019 White

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Women (2019)

The women also have a black, white and orange shoe. It looks just like the men’s version and I’m not sure if the shoe is any different.

Adidas Stabil X Women 2019 Black

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Junior (2019)

Here’s a junior version that came out in 2019:

Adidas Stabil Kids 2019

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2018 Models

Several versions of the Stabil X came out during the course of the 2018 – 2019 season. Before we get into that, here are a couple reviews. Here’s a video review (in German) from WePlayHandball.de. It gives you a good look at the whole shoe. You can also try turning on captions and auto-translating to English or other languages.


Here’s an overview from PDH Sports, which also includes a comparison with the Salming Kobra Mid.


Men (2018)

Now for the shoes. This color scheme is called Khaki, White, Gum, and it was spotted in May 2019:

Adidas Stabil X Men Khaki White Gum

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This black one was spotted in January 2019:

Adidas Stabil X

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Here’s a Red one, spotted August 2018:

Adidas Stabil X

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This Navy version was spotted in 2018:

Adidas Stabil X

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There’s also a mid-top version of this shoe:

Adidas Stabil X Mid

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A White version was also spotted 2018:

Adidas Stabil X

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Junior (2018)

The 2018 junior model is called the Adidas Stabil Kids:

Adidas Stabil Kids

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2017 Models

Here are the models that I think were released during the 2017 – 2018 season.

Men (2017)

This Grey one I think probably came out in 2017:

Adidas Stabil X

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Another 2017 model in green, which I just spotted:

Adidas Stabil X

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Solar Red, White, Core Black, spotted June 2017:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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This is the same color scheme as above, but looks like a regular shoe without the sock thingy:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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Blue and Footwear White, spotted June 2017:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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Same colors as above but without the special sock/booty:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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Women (2017)

Light blue and white, spotted June 2017:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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Utility Black, White Ice, Yellow, spotted July 2017:

Adidas Stabil X Men

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Junior (2017)

The 2017 model was called the Adidas Stabil X Kids:

Adidas Stabil X Kids

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Comments

  1. Manuel says

    (July 21, 2020)

    Apperently adidas made a next generation stabil shoe.
    As seen at weplayhandball.de
    https://www.weplayhandball.de/Adidas/Kollektionen/Stabil-X?sort=best&category=Kollektionen%2FStabil-X&manufacturer%5B0%5D=Adidas

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    • Abdullah says

      (August 3, 2020)

      I feel it doesn’t fit for squash specially it’s profile from the heel side … anybody tried this?

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      • Manuel says

        (August 3, 2020)

        True, the stabil series is drifting more and more away from being squash friendly.

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  2. thejudge says

    (December 17, 2019)

    new colour of these Colour: grey six/signal coral/grey two

    https://www.zalando.co.uk/adidas-performance-stabil-x-handball-shoes-grey-sixsignal-coralgrey-two-ad542a3jk-c11.html

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    • thejudge says

      (January 3, 2020)

      I have ordered a pair from adidas website directly with 25% discount code i found, these appeared yesterday so must be 2020 range as they weren’t on there a few days ago!

      https://www.adidas.co.uk/stabil-x-shoes/EH0843.html

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  3. Nawar says

    (September 4, 2019)

    A new color of the Adidas Stabil X just released (Blue/Off white/Gold Met)

    https://www.adidas.co.uk/stabil-x-shoes/G26422.html

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    • Pierre says

      (September 5, 2019)

      Thanks, added that

      Reply
  4. Nawar says

    (September 2, 2019)

    I’ve got the new Stabil X 2019 (Black and Orange color) after I threw away my Stabil Bounce 2018 model which lasted almost 4 months with torn mesh on both sides! I play 4 times a week and compete in ESF Masters.

    for the difference in weight, Surprisingly I haven’t felt much between the two models, but the big thing here is the concept of this shoe: First, the Boost Sole Padding allows you to drift safely inside the court, in other words, I couldn’t feel my feet cause of the spongy TPU pad.
    for sure it’s not like the Stabil 10, 11etc… models which I believe were much heavier with good balance.
    the second thing which was really interesting the breathable mesh wrapping tech protecting your front foot arch and it’s supported with good white bracing stripes on both sides!

    when you first try them, it’s a bit tight especially if you are wearing the Krakal X4 ankle socks! but it becomes better and better after a few days.

    I would highly recommend this model from any pro player looking for stability and protection, if you are looking for a pair to secure your knee, Ankle, Calf I believe this is your perfect deal.

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    • Rod says

      (September 4, 2019)

      Agreed. I’ve worn my Stabil Xs 5 times now and I like them quite a lot. The comfort and stability are very good and are big pluses. Durability seems good. I can usually tell after 2 hits if a pair of shoes won’t last long because I drag my left foot quite extensively and can burn a hole in poor quality shoes very quickly. After 3 weeks my pair show next no sign of wear. The biggest drawback to these shoes is the weight. They are definitely heavier than my Race X and Mizuno Stealths and would guess they are the heaviest squash shoes I’ve ever owned. In a size 14 these have some heft to them! If I were playing tournaments I would have second thoughts about wearing them in competition and would probably invest in a lighter pair of shoes for that purpose. I would say these shoes are a normal fit size wise both lengthwise and width and would recommend them.

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  5. John says

    (May 15, 2019)

    New Olive colour!

    https://www.racquetballwarehouse.com/descpage.html?pcode=ASXRKWG

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    • Pierre says

      (May 15, 2019)

      Thanks John – added

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  6. Thejudge says

    (March 6, 2019)

    Just bought a new pair of stabil X mid shoes , I’ve been using the eye s-line for a few months they have been far better than the salming kobra 2’s which broke within a few games !

    always had adidas stabil models but they seem to be getting harder to get hold of now without paying adidas website prices which are high and many pro’s are changing to salming and eye recently

    these green ones are very nice on the UK site below

    https://www.adidas.co.uk/stabil-x-shoes/BD7411.html

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    • John says

      (March 6, 2019)

      Did you get them already? I was very tempted to snag these as well .. was debating between these or the Kobra 1/2, but in your experience Kobra isn’t a very durable shoe?
      I wanted to give salming a try and got the Hawk shoes; 2 months old now, they’re very supportive and comfy and breathable and flexible …however I had some pretty decent slips lately and it’s made me not want to wear them. Not sure cause yet .. bad spot on the court, sweat.. shoe? Either way .. Stabil X looks sexy

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      • Paul says

        (March 7, 2019)

        John, have a look also at the Adidas Counterblast Bounce models. I replaced my stabil x with this model and they are great after 6 months. The sole plate is stable, no slips, comfortable sock style ankle support. No knee or ankle problems due to the great cushioning (even though they don’t have the boost technology). Cheers!

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  7. Robert Ellis says

    (December 11, 2018)

    I’ve had 2 pairs of these shoes. First the original blue/white, then the newer blue/white/red model.

    Pros:

    Super, insanely comfy shoe due to the boost technology.

    The sock style ankle support is also really comfy.

    When new, the grip under the shoe is also plentiful.

    Cons:

    Heavy, they weigh a fair bit in comparison to other shoes, though this has never felt like an issue/disadvantage in game to me.

    Durability… The original blue and white shoe’s soles completely wore down to the point where they were smooth after a few months. BOTH shoes also had a huge crack right at the heel area of the boost sole.

    When I took them back as faulty, the store kindly replaced them with the newer pair, to which the sole has stood the test of time far better. They haven’t worn down half as much, however one shoe now has a deep crack in the exact same place on the heel.

    Overall, I’d say the high cost can be attributed to the incredible comfort of the shoe, however the recurring cracks in the heel are a bit of a bummer.

    Would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a comfy pair of squash shoes however.

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    • Satya says

      (December 21, 2018)

      I completely agree with this. I’ve had a pair of the white/reddish orange 2018 model for about a month and a half (college player playing five to six days a week). It has been a great shoe, much like the old stabil’s, but mine have also developed cracks that run across the heel. They’re still playable, but I doubt they will last too much longer. If the intensity of your game is low and doesn’t require lots of hard movement, I bet you won’t have the same problem, but for high level players these shoes will only last a few months.

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  8. Paul says

    (September 22, 2018)

    I have the grey 2017 version since April this year. I must say, even though they are a bit heavy, they are the most comfortable squash shoes I’ve used so far (had asics gel rocket, salming race, viper 2,3,4). I especially like the sock like design, never had any ankle problems, Unfortunately the soleplate wound up very quickly, after 5 months. I would buy the new 2018 model, maybe the soleplate has improved.

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    • Pierre says

      (September 25, 2018)

      Thanks Paul

      Reply
  9. Ben says

    (June 5, 2018)

    The new Adidas Stabil Bounce look very nice, not keen on the high sock on the X.

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  10. David says

    (April 24, 2018)

    I’m guessing these will never hit the north american market… ?

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    • Pierre says

      (May 11, 2018)

      I never did see them 🙁

      Reply
  11. Richard m chang says

    (October 29, 2017)

    Is there a review in English?

    Thank you
    Richard

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    • D says

      (October 29, 2017)

      The second video from pdhsports is in English.

      Reply
  12. John says

    (June 5, 2017)

    Es gibt kein Adidas welchem fügt für squash auf diesem Moment.

    At the moment there is no Adidas which fits for squash.

    Op dit moment is er geen Adidas die passend is voor squash.

    And the same for Nike ….

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