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Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5

The next iteration of Adidas's Lightstrike Pro and Energyrods marathon super shoe, refining the Adios Pro 4 formula. Built for full-effort half marathons and marathons with an aggressive forward-rolling ride. Best for efficient midfoot and forefoot strikers chasing PRs.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop6 mm
Heel stack39 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5 for race day. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Race day
Pros
  • Race-proven Energyrods platform
  • Light and aggressive at fast paces
  • Top-tier energy return
Cons
  • Premium price
  • Not meant for easy daily miles
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability38
Popularity85
Price50
Versatility44
Lightness88

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$250Price (MSRP)
39 mmStack height
6 mmDrop
7.6 ozMen's weight
6.6 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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