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Adizero Evo SlvsWave Rider 29
The Adizero Evo Sl and Wave Rider 29 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 9.3 oz for the Wave Rider 29. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Wave Rider 29 — 9.2/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 9.3 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | High | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 10 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 39 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Wide | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Decent |
