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Adizero Evo SlvsMagic Speed 5
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Magic Speed 5 is a speed trainer shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Magic Speed 5 comes in at $180 — a $30 difference. The Magic Speed 5 is the lighter shoe at 6.9 oz versus 7.9 oz for the Adizero Evo Sl. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Magic Speed 5 — 9.2/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $180 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz | 6.9 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Speed Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 7 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 37.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
