Adidas Adizero Adios 9

Adidas Adizero Adios 9 review: what runners say

Fit

Narrow toebox, generally tight fit through the forefoot. Multiple sources recommend sizing up half a size from your usual Adidas size.

Feel

Traditional racing flat feel updated with Light Strike Pro: responsive, with good energy return and excellent ground feedback. Not suited for easy paces or long recovery runs.

Durability

Hybrid Light-Traxion GCPU outsole with a Continental insert at the forefoot. Longevity is perceived as acceptable on clean asphalt, but the heel zone is vulnerable for runners with an aggressive heel strike. Mileage not quantified by sources.

Best for

Race shoe for 5K and 10K or fast/tempo training for lighter runners. Not recommended beyond 10K for most runners; also works as a supplementary training shoe alongside the Takumi Sen or Adios Pro 4.

Weak points

Narrow toebox excludes wide feet. Heel outsole traction is unconvincing, especially on uneven or wet roads. Poor-quality laces reported by multiple sources.

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