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Adizero Evo SlvsCielo X1 3.0
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Cielo X1 3.0 is a race shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Cielo X1 3.0 comes in at $275 — a $125 difference. The Cielo X1 3.0 is the lighter shoe at 6.8 oz versus 7.9 oz for the Adizero Evo Sl. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Cielo X1 3.0 — 9.2/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $275 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz | 6.8 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Race Shoe | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 7 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 38 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Bad |
