Head-to-Head
Adizero Evo SlvsGel-Kayano 32
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Gel-Kayano 32 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Gel-Kayano 32 comes in at $165 — a $15 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 10.7 oz for the Gel-Kayano 32. Both score 9.2/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.2 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $150✓ | $165 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 10.7 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Very Good✓ |
