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Adizero Evo SlvsVelocity Nitro 4
The Adizero Evo Sl and Velocity Nitro 4 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Velocity Nitro 4 comes in at $140 — a $10 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 8.0 oz for the Velocity Nitro 4. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Velocity Nitro 4 — 9.2/10 versus 8.8/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.8 / 10 | |
| Price | $150 | $140✓ | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 8.0 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 | 36 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
