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Adizero Evo SlvsNovablast 5
The Adizero Evo Sl and Novablast 5 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $150. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 9.0 oz for the Novablast 5. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Novablast 5 — 9.4/10 versus 9.2/10.
| Rating | 9.4 / 10✓ | 9.2 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 9.0 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 41.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Decent |
