AdidasAdizero Adios Pro Evo 1
The Adios Pro Evo 1 combines ultralight construction, Lightstrike Pro foam, and carbon EnergyRods to deliver the most efficient and propulsive ride Adidas has ever engineered. For serious marathoners chasing records, this shoe isn’t just equipment — it’s a weapon.
Details
In a world where running footwear keeps pushing boundaries, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1 exists on its own plane of innovation — rewriting what’s possible in marathon racing. Debuting with a world-record victory by Tigst Assefa at the 2023 Berlin Marathon, this shoe is the pure embodiment of “less is more,” delivering maximum performance with astonishing minimalism. Weighing a jaw-dropping 4.8 oz in a men’s size 9 while retaining a max stack height, it offers elite marathoners an unparalleled advantage in efficiency and speed.
A towering stack of Lightstrike Pro foam forms the core of the midsole, providing ultra-lightweight cushioning with explosive responsiveness. Complementing the foam are carbon EnergyRods, embedded to drive powerful toe-off propulsion with controlled stability. The midsole geometry — highlighted by a first-of-its-kind aggressive forefoot rocker — enables effortless forward roll and optimized running economy at marathon pace.
The outsole features an extremely thin rubber layer that preserves traction while prioritizing weight savings to an extreme degree. On top, the minimalist mesh upper offers breathable, race-secure containment with absolutely nothing unnecessary — every gram serves a purpose.
Engineered solely for peak performance over a single elite marathon, the Adios Pro Evo 1 is not a high-mileage trainer — it’s a precision tool for racing history, meant to help runners accomplish lifetime goals in one defining effort.
MIDSOLE
- Lightstrike Pro has been revolutionized and is crafted in a non-compression molding process. Its weight has been greatly reduced, but also provides greater energy return.
- Carbon EnergyRods provides stiffness and stability while increasing energy return and effortless strides.
OUTSOLE
- Thin Layers of Rubber are strategically placed in the forefoot and heel to offer grip where needed without compromising the goal of achieving the lowest weight possible.
UPPER
- Mesh material is ultra-light, yet secure.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1 compares with 28 current Super Shoes / Race shoes tracked by Cadence.
This archived model is compared with currently active shoes in the Cadence database.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- Max
- Listed weight
- Notably light for category
- Stack
- Slightly low for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- Yes
- Group
- Super Shoes / Race
Compared With Super Shoes / Race
| Metric | Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 4.6oz | 6.75oz | Lighter (9th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 39mm | 40mm | Lower (36th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 36mm | 33.5mm | Higher (68th percentile) |
| Drop | 3mm | 6mm | Lower (2nd percentile) |
| Price | $500 | $270 | Higher range (96th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $500, its price sits $230 above the median of the 28 current Super Shoes / Race shoes in the Cadence database ($270).
- At 4.6 oz, its listed weight is 2.2 oz below the median of the 28 current Super Shoes / Race shoes in the Cadence database (6.75 oz).
- Its 3mm midsole drop is 3.0mm below the current Super Shoes / Race median of 6mm (n=28).
