I ran 35 miles in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 — is the record-breaking carbon super-shoe worth its $500 price?
Even in the crowded carbon plate running shoe market, the Adidas Pro Evo 3 manages to stand out thanks to its supremely light and springy design.
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 is a controversial running shoe, with a $500 price tag and concerns over its durability. However, many amateur runners may overlook these drawbacks due to its exceptional lightness and speed. The Pro Evo 3 is the lightest carbon plate super-shoe on the market, weighing only 3.7oz/106g, which is half the weight of many other racers in the same category.
The shoe's design is inspired by kitesurfing materials, making it lightweight and flexible while still providing adequate support. Adidas claims the midsole foam in the Pro Evo 3 is almost 50% lighter than the previous model, providing a soft and springy feel without sacrificing stiffness. The outsole features rubber patches for better grip in wet and dry conditions.
However, the shoe's featherweight design may not suit everyone due to its high price and low durability. The Pro Evo 3 is currently only available in white and black and is in limited stock, making it difficult to acquire.
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