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Adizero Evo SlvsGel Cumulus 28
The Adizero Evo Sl and Gel Cumulus 28 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Gel Cumulus 28 comes in at $145 — a $5 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 9.1 oz for the Gel Cumulus 28. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Gel Cumulus 28 — 9.2/10 versus 7.9/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 7.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $150 | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 9.1 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 38.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
