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Adizero Evo SlvsGel Kayano 33
The Adizero Evo Sl and Gel Kayano 33 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Gel Kayano 33 comes in at $170 — a $20 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 10.5 oz for the Gel Kayano 33. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Gel Kayano 33 — 9.2/10 versus 8.1/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.1 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $170 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 10.5 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 | 39 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
