I Walked 20,000 Steps Daily in Adidas Taekwondo Sneakers

I would love to have access to my whole wardrobe while on vacation, but packing for any trip means making outfit sacrifices, especially when it comes to bulky shoes. Regardless of the destination, a pair of comfortable sneakers that are versatile and durable is always at the top of my list. 

I knew I would need a pair that bridged the gap between comfort and style on a recent 10-day trip to France and England. When I was lucky enough to sample a pair of Adidas Taekwondo Lace shoes, I knew this was the ideal opportunity to put them to the test. I wore the sleek sneakers nonstop throughout my vacation, and they were comfortable from the first wear. Right now, you can snag them on sale for 30 percent off during Adidas’ Back to School Sale, which runs through August 7.

Adidas Taekwondo Lace Shoes

I own multiple pairs of Adidas sneakers, but the Taekwondo Lace shoes have quickly become my most-worn style. The narrow design hugs my feet and fits better than any other pair I’ve tried, and the rubber outsole offers just enough support for long days filled with sightseeing.

I typically like to test shoes out in intervals in the event they require a break-in period, but this trip required wearing them for an 11-hour travel day right out of the box. Not only were they comfortable from day one, but I proceeded to walk an average of 20,000 steps a day for a week without any discomfort or blisters. 

The leather exterior proved to be super durable, and the shoes still look like new even after my trip. I unintentionally had to run more than a mile in these sneakers to catch a train, and I was surprised that my feet never hurt, and the leather wasn’t scratched or scuffed after. 

The design features Adidas’ classic three-striped pattern on the side, which comes in eight colors, including black, white, silver, red, pink, blue, and my personal favorite, green. The slight pop of color made these a fun addition to a variety of outfits, including dresses, skirts, shorts, and jeans. They were endlessly versatile, and I wore them while touring museums during the day and to dinner at night. I even reached for them on the seventh day of the trip when attending The Wimbledon Championships tennis tournament because they were still in such great shape. 

Adidas’ sale ends tomorrow, August 7, so be sure to snag my go-to sneakers while they’re $63. Keep scrolling to shop more on sale styles below. 

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