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Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR
A winterized Evo SL that excels on wet pavement and light trails with its water-repellent upper and grippier outsole, though some testers flag the fuller sole as slightly slappy and note it struggles in deep mud or truly technical terrain.
"primarily a winter road running shoe" — The Run Testers
Physical blueprint
Where this shoe sits
Weight 272 g
Heel stack 40.0 mm
Drop 7.0 mm
Cushioning High
Best for
Daily TrainingTrail
Surface Light Trail
Specifications
Weight (M9)
272g (9.6 oz)
Stack (Heel)
40.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
33.0 mm
Drop
7.0 mm
Midsole
Lightstrike Pro (supercritical TPEE)
Outsole
Continental rubber (trail)
Upper
Water-repellent mesh
Lacing
Traditional
Ride Characteristics
Cushioning
High
Stability
Neutral
Expert reviews
E
A weatherized version of the Evo SL rather than a true all-terrain shoe; fine for wet pavement and gravel but lethal on mud and slippery surfaces due to shallow 2mm lugs compressing into soft foam. Standard Evo SL is still the better pick for most runners.
Best for: Winterized road running on wet pavement, concrete, and gravel — not actual trails
FR
The most versatile EVO SL thanks to 1.5mm lugs and a 40/34 stack, handling road and light trail well; heavier than the OG but the reviewer prefers a Salomon alternative for trail.
Best for: Runners who want one versatile shoe for road, gravel and light trail
+1 earlier review from FORDY RUNS
A genius winterized spin on the Evo SL that keeps the same ride while adding a grippier Continental outsole, water-repellent upper, and much-improved laces — a strong winter training pick at £140.
Best for: Autumn and winter running on wet, leafy, frosty, or lightly slick pathways.
TR
A well-executed winterized Evo SL that excels on wet winter roads and light trails, though its niche role and slightly slappy transitions keep it from wowing all runners.
Best for: Evo SL fans who want a more durable, grippier, water-repellent version for winter road running and light trail.
+1 earlier review from The Run Testers
Best for: Winter daily training on roads and light trails
Frequently asked questions
Is the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR good for daily training?
A winterized Evo SL that excels on wet pavement and light trails with its water-repellent upper and grippier outsole, though some testers flag the fuller sole as slightly slappy and note it struggles in deep mud or truly technical terrain.
How does the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR fit?
Reviewers note: Gusseted tongue and ripstop woven upper with full water repellency; positioned as a winter/sloppy-weather version of the Evo SL.
Per Believe in the Run.
How much does the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR weigh and what is its drop?
The Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR weighs about 272g (men's 9), has a 40.0mm heel stack and a 7.0mm heel-toe drop.
What shoes is the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR compared to?
Reviewers compare the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR to Adidas Adizero Evo SL, Salomon trail shoe, Hoka Challenger 8, Nike Pegasus Shield.
Per FORDY RUNS, The Run Testers, EDDBUD.
How many experts have reviewed the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR?
Next Pair aggregates 6 expert reviews of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR, including Believe in the Run, FORDY RUNS, The Run Testers.
Per Believe in the Run, FORDY RUNS, The Run Testers.
Where it sits among similar shoes
Compared to other trail light in the same lane.
Weight · lower = lighter
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR 272g
Brooks Cascadia Elite 269g
HOKA Speedgoat 7 272g
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro 264g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR 40.0mm
Brooks Cascadia Elite 41.0mm
HOKA Speedgoat 7 38.0mm
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro 34.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR 7.0mm
Brooks Cascadia Elite 6.0mm
HOKA Speedgoat 7 5.0mm
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro 6.0mm
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Methodology. Specs come from manufacturer data and
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Last updated 2026-06-19