Not all shoes are created equal, and the Adidas Adizero Evo SL proves it from the very first step. Designed for those seeking speed and responsiveness, this shoe stands out for its essential fit, a clearly perceptible push, and a technical structure that doesn't require you to be a podium-winning athlete to appreciate it. It's a shoe designed to go fast, but it manages to do so without excess, with balance and a great personality.
Presented to the public last September during the Berlin Marathon weekend, this highly anticipated innovation will appeal to both those familiar with the Adizero line and those looking for a different kind of racing shoe.
Adizero Evo SL: When Speed Meets Balance
Adidas took inspiration from one of its most extreme models – the Adios Pro Evo 1 , a high-performance and expensive racing shoe – to create a shoe that retains its technical DNA, but in a decidedly more accessible version. The Evo SL inherits many of the features from that top-of-the-line shoe: the same sharp silhouette, the same minimalist approach, and above all the full-length Lightstrike Pro midsole, which ensures an immediate and dynamic response.
The big difference? No carbon plate. And this choice, rather than penalizing, makes the Evo SL more versatile, stable, and usable even by less experienced runners or those looking for a high-performance shoe for quality training, without feeling "tossed around" by an overly rigid structure.
A shoe designed for running fast
The feeling the Evo SL gives you as soon as you set off is clear: it invites you to push. Its low weight— 188 grams for the women's version, 224 for the men's —is noticeable in every aspect of the ride, from the quick transition to the natural increase in pace.
The technical mesh upper is essential, breathable, and snug, with a clean yet bold design directly inspired by the racing world. The outsole is reinforced with a combination of Continental rubber on the forefoot and Clear Rubber on the heel , ensuring grip even on wet asphalt or when cornering.
The drop is moderate— 6 mm —with a heel height of 36 mm and a forefoot height of 30 mm. This setup promotes a responsive yet never extreme ride, ideal for fast paces over short to medium distances, between 5 and 20 km. It's a perfect shoe for intervals, medium runs, race tests, and of course, competitions, without being fragile or unstable.
Not just for the elite: an experience worth trying
What's striking about the Evo SL is how "real" it feels. It's not a showy shoe or one made to impress, but a solid running companion, solid in its feel and capable of delivering exactly what you expect: push, lightness, and control.
It's the perfect alternative for those who have already tried more extreme racing shoes but are looking for something more balanced. It's also an excellent first choice for those who want to start working on speed without immediately making the leap to super shoes with a carbon plate.
Available now from Santacorsa
The Adidas Adizero Evo SL are available on santacorsa.it and in our physical store, Santacorsa Running Specialist . If you'd like to try them on in person, we're ready to welcome you and give you the best advice. If you prefer to buy online, you can have them delivered directly to your home in just a few days.
Whether you’re training for a race, working on your threshold, or simply looking for a shoe that will bring pace and precision to your workouts, the Evo SL is worth putting to the test.
Discover it now at Santacorsa. The next step towards your best run could start right here.
