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Adizero Evo SlvsChallenger 8
The Adizero Evo Sl and Challenger 8 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Challenger 8 comes in at $155 — a $5 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Challenger 8. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Challenger 8 — 9.2/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $155 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 9.7 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Trail | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 42 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good | Very Good✓ |
