Adidas Adizero Adios 9

Adidas · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 90/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 176 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6.2 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Lightstrike 2.0
  • Official Retail MSRP: $290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (176 g)
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • Lightstrike 2.0 midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
  • Premium retail price point ($250)
  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 99.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 6.2 mm drop and weighing 176 g, the Adidas Adizero Adios 9 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $290. »
  • Running Lab : 90.3 / 100 — « Pairing Adidas's Lightstrike 2.0 platform with a 6.2 mm drop, the Adizero Adios 9 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. A smart choice for runners looking for a 6.2 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 93.3 / 100 — « In Adidas's race & marathon lineup, the Adizero Adios 9 earns high marks from our multi-tester panel for its smooth, predictable transition (a 6.2 mm drop). A smart choice for runners looking for a 6.2 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • RunRepeat : 85.6 / 100 — « The adidas Adizero Adios 9 is a bold revamp that channels the spirit of old-school racing flats while borrowing super shoe-grade elements from the Adios Pro 4—same upper, same foam, same outsole. What sets it apart from its cousin is the much lower stack height, the absence of a carbon plate, and a more affordable price. We loved that it offers an exciting ride, yet falls short in terms of stability and long-distance versatility. »

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