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adidas adizero Evo SL
Men's Shoes - White/Black/White
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The adidas adizero Evo SL combines performance elements and the aesthetic of the adizero Adios Pro Evo with the versatility of the adizero SL to create a stunning super trainer.
Best Use
Performance TrainersPerformance Trainers
Surface
Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Stability
Neutral
Stable
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.
Product Highlights:
The adidas adizero Evo SL blends the best of both worlds: the lightweight speed of super shoes like the revolutionary adizero Adios Pro Evo, with the daily versatility of the adizero SL or Boston. Inspired by the fastest-looking and hottest racing shoe, then adjusted for more broadly accessible use, the Evo SL is the ultimate super trainer for runners seeking both speed and durability in their weekly runs and workouts.
Featuring a full-length Lightstrike Pro midsole, the same superfoam used in elite racing shoes, this shoe offers a responsive and lightweight ride ideal for faster paces. Like the Adios Pro Evo, this cutting-edge foam is non-compression molded, which increases energy return, significantly reduces weight, and provides ample cushioning for longer distances without sacrificing speed.
Unlike its carbon-rodded Adios Pro siblings, the Evo SL opts for a simpler nylon shank in the midfoot for a smooth balance of flexibility and rigidity. Further, the absence of significant midsole cutouts enhances inherent stability. Meanwhile, the outsole is equipped with thin Continental rubber in the front half and clear rubber in the heel, enhancing traction and durability while keeping weight to a minimum.
Complete with a breathable engineered mesh upper and including a more padded and supportive heel and midfoot, this performance trainer delivers excellent comfort and structure. Whether logging miles or picking up the pace, the adidas adizero Evo SL is engineered to handle it all with easy speed.
What You'll Love:
- Soft, light, full-length Lightstrike Pro midsole
- Elite aesthetic and speedy performance
- Versatility for both training and workouts
Model Number: JH6206
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
| Weight: | 8.1 oz 230 g |
| Heel Stack: | 37 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 30 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 7 mm |
Stack Height
Minimal
Low
Medium
High
Maximal
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
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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Low
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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Medium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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Maximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
How It FitsLearn More
Heel Width
Narrow
Snug
Average
Roomy
Wide
Midfoot Fit
Narrow
Snug
Average
Roomy
Wide
Toe Box Fit
Narrow
Snug
Average
Roomy
Wide
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.
Stack Height
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- Lightstrike Pro superfoam has been crafted in a non-compression molding process to reduce weight and increase energy return.
- Nylon stiffening element is top-loaded for the length of the midfoot to create an ultra-smooth ride for an instinctively fast feel.
OUTSOLE
- Continental rubber in the midfoot and forefoot provides grip for the transition and toe-off.
- Clear rubber pieces in the heel further enhance traction and durability.
UPPER
- Engineered mesh material is ultra-light and breathable, with targeted support in key areas.
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Customer Reviews
Could have been...I really wanted to fall in love with this shoe given the hype it has received. The foam feels downright excellent. Something about it is really quite amazing, but the rest of the shoe really leaves me disappointed. The sizing just doesn't seem quite right to me. In my 10.5 that I typically use for my other running shoes, the midfoot seems to have a bit of slop in it, yet my toes seem dang close to banging into the end of the shoe.
And something about the shoe, as someone else here has mentioned, can really cause over pronation in some like myself. The way the foam is cut away in the midfoot seems to tend to want to pull your midfoot inward. And the tongues wants to constantly slide down on my pair.
Shame cause this shoe could have been magical. Instead it's very much a return.
Poor fitSizing never felt spot on. Tried half size up and down from my usual. Really good cushion, not much spring though vs typical carbon plate shoes. Poor upper fit (loose) and maybe materials for my foot caused blister. Seems nice just not for me. Generally prefer wide toe box.
Only for high-arch runners in the summerI was hyped to get this shoe & can see its appeal. However, for low/no arch individuals— these shoes strongly increase overpronation. Even in their videos of their model running in them you can see his ankles cave inward. The shoes literally have a cut out space on the bottom creating a void by the arch, instead of running the sole evenly flat for consistent ground contact. That is in addition to the arch being cut away from the sole in general. I’ve never had a pronation issue until running in these shoes. Secondary, these are built to breath. It was a great feature for the summer, but with winter I feel every freezing breeze blow over my feet. The foam technology for performance is amazing. I just really hope they come out with an upgrade to fix these issues for neutral & low/no-arch feet. Maybe in a gortex version for cold/wet weather.
Great shoeThese shoes are some of the best I have had in recent years. The ride is great and the cushioning is very responsive. The only minor complaint I have is the traction on the sole. But at this price point you cannot go wrong. I like them better than any plated shoe I have in my rotation currently.
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Just An Excellent - Very Solid Shoe!The Adidas Evo Sl- What a FUN shoe this is- It's fast and just right under foot- Different in a great way especially as no carbon plate which unfortunately give me ankle pain if I run in them exclusively. Yes it's got a high stack and the tongue is a bit flimsy, but so are most racing shoes of late - I find I am going to this shoe first every day - definitely ordering another pair. Similar in some ways to Brooks Max. I find it runs a bit large (I'm Always in men's 11.5 Saucony and Brooks, it's a little large but okay!)
You SHOULD try this shoe - It's really an awesome effort by Adidas!
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Best do it all shoeBest do it all shoes I have had. I bought my first pair the last day of July. I have put more that 300 miles in 3 months and they feel as amazing as the first day. My plan was to alternate then with my Novablast 5, (75 miles when I bought the Adidas). 3 months later, the Novablast have the same 75 miles. That should tell you enough. I use them for everything besides racing (my Meta Speed Sky Paris do that job)
Good. Not great.First adidas shoe. Not recommended for newer runners. While I do like this shoe, It has taken me about 6 months to put 100 miles on it (average 25-35 miles a week). I found myself reaching for the Novablast 5 more.
The tongue and the laces are obviously massive oversights and I had to switch the laces out immediately. Thought the popular grooved laces would work but due to the thin tongue, they caused lace bite. Switched to a pair of some traditional new balance laces and much better.
Out of the box, they feel insanely fast and true neutral. Forefoot is roomy while midfoot is reminiscent of PUMA trainer width. Quite unstable at EZ pace. After 30-50 miles, the midsole beds in though and it becomes better at EZ paces. The upper is incredibly baggy and I need to re-lace once or twice a run to get it just right. The outsole is grippy and it works like others have said.
I use it for fartleks and long runs with pick ups. Not sure if I’ll buy another pair but it’s going pretty good now and hopefully the next version has the proper upper modifications to make this a home run.
Fast but AwkwardThe shoe has great energy return but I'm not a fan of the stack height. It feels unstable and a bit precarious, particularly for turns. I would not take this on any kind of trail, would be a major ankle-roll risk. It also feels very chunky at the midfoot and slightly unbalanced, almost like there's something stuck to the bottom. That's the downside of getting energy return from a big stack of foam rather than a plate.
Fit is comfortable, wider in the toebox than I'd expect from an Adidas, though I did have to size up 1/2 size. The laces are too short and nearly impossible to double knot. I call that a huge fail, particularly for a shoe that people will likely be racing in. This shoe will not be in my regular rotation.
BANG!These are the best road shoes I've run in in years! They remind me a lot of the old Adizero Boston 7 which I raced everything from 5K to the marathon to 50K on the trails in. I haven't loved an Adidas shoe since then... Until now!
The toe box is spacious, but the upper is secure. The mesh is breathable. And the midsole is SO GOOD! So much rebound. And so smooth.
I'm stoked on this shoe.
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Short tongueI love this shoe as far as the bounce, it’s light weight, has good grip and feels great and comfortable when running in them. The only thing I hate is the tongue. It’s too short, and it will slide down on my foot so far that the laces will either come untied, and one time they made a small cut on the top of my foot. Seems like so many of the running shoes I have purchased in the last couple years the tongue is too short especially from Adidas and New Balance. I don’t understand why?
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