Adidas
Adizero Adios Pro 4
Product Judgment
Elite
9.5
Category: Race
Release year: 2024
Price Judgment
Strong Buy
Common retail price: ~$250
Availability: Widely Available
Description
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is a top-tier carbon-plated racing shoe, positioned as the brand's flagship marathon supershoe. It builds on the Adios Pro legacy with a lighter, softer, and more responsive design, targeting runners seeking maximum performance for race day.
Running in the Adios Pro 4 feels energetic and plush, with a rolling rocker and bouncy foam that make long distances feel smoother and faster. The shoe excels in energy return and comfort, though its narrow heel and snug fit introduce some stability and fit compromises, especially for heel strikers or those with wider feet.
This shoe earns its Top Tier rating by delivering elite-level performance for marathon and long-distance racing, offering a dynamic ride and excellent grip. While not ideal for daily training or recovery runs, it stands out as a premier choice for runners prioritizing speed, comfort, and energy return on race day.
Performance Scores
Comfort
9Softer, plush midsole and improved upper deliver high comfort for long races.
Energy Return
10Lightstrike Pro foam and carbon rods provide exceptional, category-leading energy return.
Stability
6Wide forefoot offers good stability, but narrow heel reduces rearfoot support.
Durability
6Softer foam and thin outsole limit long-term durability, especially past 100 miles.
Fun to Ride
10Bouncy, rolling ride and dynamic rocker make the shoe highly engaging at race pace.
Run Fitness
Daily
4Low durability and aggressive geometry make it unsuitable for daily training.
Long
10Plush cushioning and smooth rocker excel in long-distance races and marathons.
Tempo
8Responsive foam and propulsion suit tempo runs, though less snappy than some rivals.
Race
10Optimized for racing with top-tier energy return, comfort, and grip.
Recovery
5Softness aids comfort, but instability and fit limit recovery suitability.
Pros & Cons
- Exceptional energy return
- Plush, comfortable ride
- Lightweight for category
- Excellent grip on wet roads
- Smooth, rolling rocker
- Reduced heel stability
- Limited durability
- Narrow fit, low breathability
Lightstrike Pro foam and carbon rods deliver outstanding energy return for fast racing.
Softer midsole and improved upper provide a plush, comfortable experience over long distances.
At 200g, the shoe is among the lightest supershoes available.
Outsole offers excellent grip and durability, especially on wet surfaces.
Longer, smoother rocker geometry promotes a natural, efficient stride.
Narrow heel and softer counter reduce rearfoot stability, especially for heel strikers.
Softer foam and thin outsole show performance decline after about 100 miles.
Tapered toebox and snug fit may cause discomfort for wider feet; upper breathability is limited.
Specifications
Best for paces
2:30–4:45 min/km
Drop
8 mm
Stack height
39 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight
200 g
Drop
8 mm
Stack height
39 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight
200 g
Pronation
N/A
Width
narrow
Terrain
Road
Technologies
Lightstrike Pro superfoam, Carbon Energy Rods 2.0, LIGHTLOCK upper
Plate
Carbon
Best for paces
2:30–4:45 min/km
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Nike Vaporfly 4 is lighter and more direct, but less cushioned and less stable than the Adios Pro 4.
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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 is softer and more forgiving, but less aggressive and less snappy than the Adios Pro 4.
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