adidas adizero Adios Pro 4
"None shall pass" when lacing up a pair of the adidas adizero Adios Pro 4, a cutting-edge carbon-rodded racing shoe that's fine-tuned for optimal long distance speed and performance.
Best Use
Surface
Stability
Road Shoes Types
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Daily TrainersDaily Trainers
As the broad base of the running shoe pyramid, daily trainers are the definition of a go-to running shoe. They prioritize dependable comfort, support, durability, and routine versatility. They're a staple in every runner's closet. If you're newer to running shoes, you can confidently start your journey here.
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Performance TrainersPerformance Trainers
Performance trainers (or "super trainers") blend elements of daily trainers and super shoes, often giving you the benefits of advanced foams and plates while being adapted for daily training. They make fast runs faster and long runs easier. Their high versatility also makes them great choices as accessible racing shoes.
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Race Super ShoesRace Super Shoes
The pinnacle of the pyramid, super shoes are the fastest running shoes you can buy. They're designed to race your absolute best and are the apex of running-shoe technology and innovation. Often built with carbon-fiber plates and cutting-edge superfoams for the highest energy return, they're made for ultimate racing speed.
Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Stability Level
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Neutral Running Shoes
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stability Running Shoes
Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.
At A Glance:
- State-of-the-art Lightstrike Pro superfoam
- New rocker point geometry
- Soft, smooth, barely-there Micro Fit upper
- 0.5 oz lighter than v3
Product Highlights:
In the ever-evolving world of marathon racing shoes, the adidas adizero Adios Pro 4 stands out as a new top contender, blending innovation with lightweight efficiency. Building on its elite championship pedigree, the improved Lightstrike Pro superfoam is re-engineered to be lighter, softer, and more responsive. Featuring an enhanced rocker point, the double-layered midsole is embedded with familiar, full-length, carbon fiber Energy Rods 2.0. These elements combine holistically for your best experience by reducing fatigue and providing rigid snappy propulsion.
For the outsole, adidas has applied the new Lighttraxion GCPU compound for the full length, paired with Continental rubber at the toe-off for added traction where it's needed most, with the goal of maintaining grip and durability at an absolute minimum weight.
Lastly, comfort and lockdown have been reimagined with the softer, smoother Micro Fit upper composed of one-way stretch material, with an integrated LIGHTLOCK band for foot security with minimal materials.
In short, every element of this shoe is finely crafted to optimize performance, making the adizero Adios Pro 4 a true marathon powerhouse. Whether it's crushing a new PR or conquering the demands of elite racing, this evolution in speed was created for runners who seek nothing less than victory.
Model Number: KJ7036
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
- Weight: 7.1 oz | 201 g
- Heel Stack: 39 mm
- Forefoot Stack: 33 mm
- Heel-Toe Offset: 6 mm
Stack Height
Stack Height
Stack height refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of material below the forefoot, as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
Learn more about stack heights and how we measure them.-
Minimal
14-18 mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Classic racing flats and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being directly connected to the road or trail.
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Low
19-23 mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and might feature additional midsole technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer some protection during foot strike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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Medium
24-28 mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for almost all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34 mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more of the impact you experience.
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Maximal
35 mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on maximum protection underfoot, often with a plush experience for hardly any ground feel. Some pinnacle racing and performance shoes can also be found here.
How It FitsLearn More
Heel Width
Midfoot Fit
Toe Box Fit
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
Weight is measured per single shoe, including laces. Men's and unisex styles are based on a men's size 9, and women's styles are based on a women's size 8.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Learn more about the SmartLast measuring process here.
Stack Height
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MinimalMinimal
14-18 mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Classic racing flats and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being directly connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23 mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and might feature additional midsole technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer some protection during foot strike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28 mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for almost all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34 mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more of the impact you experience.
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MaximalMaximal
35 mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on maximum protection underfoot, often with a plush experience for hardly any ground feel. Some pinnacle racing and performance shoes can also be found here.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- Lightstrike Pro superfoam is lighter, softer, and bouncier than before, with a new rocker point geometry.
- Carbon Energy Rods 2.0 extend full-length, mirroring your metatarsals, for a smooth and speedy transition through toe-off.
OUTSOLE
- GCPU compound is cast polyurethane, offering strong grip and flexible durability while keeping weight to a minimum.
- Continental rubber at toe-off delivers additional protection and traction.
UPPER
- Micro Fit one-way stretch material is hyperlight, soft, breathable, and flexible, for the lowest weight with support where it's needed most.
- LIGHTLOCK narrow band runs from the eyelet row into the heel, with minimally stitched tongue attachment points, for foot lockdown.
- Slinglaunch heel fit completes the foot lockdown.
- Heel blinker folding pull tab features a hidden message!