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Adidas Adizero Evo SL M vs Asics Gel-Nimbus 26

Reddit prefers Adidas Adizero Evo SL M โ€” higher sentiment (100% vs 53% positive).

Adidas Adizero Evo SL M
#4 in Running ShoesReddit favorite

Adidas

Adidas Adizero Evo SL M

$150.00

100

Pros

  • +Full lightstrike pro foam
  • +Improved fit with different laces
  • +Good value for money
  • +Softer ride

Cons

  • โˆ’Upper looks worn/damaged easily
  • โˆ’Unstable
  • โˆ’Not suitable for runners needing stability
  • โˆ’Lower mileage for heavier runners/forefoot strikers
โ€œThe EVO SL makes a lot of other shoes look overpriced. Evo softer and easier to pick up speed. Surprised it lasted so well over 1,000km.โ€
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
#20 in Running Shoes

Asics

Asics Gel-Nimbus 26

$160.00

53

Pros

  • +good for walking
  • +Better upper
  • +feel good
  • +excellent cushioning

Cons

  • โˆ’toe pokes through over time
  • โˆ’not for over pronation
  • โˆ’can be slippery in wetter conditions or on leaves
  • โˆ’not for daily wear
โ€œI really love these shoes and how they feel so it bums me out that my toe pokes through over time.โ€
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