assistant: Adidas has three solid daily trainers in my data right now. The **Adizero Evo SL v1** is the standout — it's a lightweight, versatile workhorse that The Run Testers and Believe in the Run both rank as a top-tier daily trainer. The Lightstrike Pro midsole is bouncy and dynamic, the nylon plate adds snappy energy return without the weight penalty of a carbon racer, and at $150 it's a genuine value pick. The only caveat: it runs short and has a medial cutout that some find wobbly if you need extra midfoot support. The **Adizero Boston v13** ($160) is a step up in stability and durability — it's built on a fiberglass plate and a hybrid Lightstrike Pro/EVA midsole that's rated for 300+ miles. It's equally at home on easy days and tempo work, though it's slightly heavier and less playful than the Evo SL. The **Supernova Rise v3** ($140) is the budget-friendly option — a true daily trainer with medium cushioning and a true-to-size fit, though it's the least dynamic of the three and doesn't have the same expert buzz. **What's your typical weekly mileage or training focus?** That would help me narrow down which of these three fits your routine best.

assistant: A 1:35 half is serious pace — that's sub-7:20/mi. For Adidas, you have two racing options, and they serve different race distances. The **Adizero Adios Pro v4** ($220) is the flagship marathon racer and will absolutely work for a half, but it's built for longer efforts — maximum cushioning and a full-length carbon plate optimized for 13+ miles. It's well-regarded across the board, but it's heavier and more protective than you need for a half at your pace. The **Adizero Takumi Sen v11** ($180) is the better fit for a 1:35 half. Doctors of Running calls it "a massive upgrade over v10 that moves the Takumi Sen into true moderate-stack super shoe territory with a much softer, bouncier Lightstrike Pro" — and Kofuzi ranks it as his perennial favorite 5K/10K racer that "feels more cushioned and forgiving than the Takumi Sen 10, with great pop" and "agile, low to the ground" feel. At 32/25mm stack with a fiberglass plate, it's built for shorter racing (5K/10K primarily, but works well for half-marathon efforts), and the $40 price difference versus the Adios Pro means you're not overpaying for marathon-distance cushioning you won't use. One note: Doctors of Running flags that the Takumi Sen 11 has no heel counter and the gusseted tongue helps midfoot security — worth trying on to confirm lockdown feels solid for your foot. **Have you raced in a super-shoe before, or will this be your first?** That matters for pacing strategy on race day.