Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3

The third generation of Adidas' pinnacle road racer, introduced April 2026 at a staggering 97 grams with a 39/36mm Lightstrike Pro Evo platform. Released April 25, 2026 in limited quantities at $500, with wider availability expected later in the year. Strictly an elite marathon race-day shoe, and not a purchase most runners will ever be able to make, or should.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop3 mm
Heel stack39 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 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. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Race day
Pros
  • Lightest marathon supershoe ever at 97g
  • Full 39mm race-legal stack
  • Direct successor to WR-setting Evo line
Cons
  • $500 and extremely limited quantities
  • Single-race durability
  • Unforgiving for slower or heavier runners
Similar shoes to consider
ShoeCushionSupportPrice
Nike Alphafly 3MaximumNeutral$285Analyze
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4MaximumNeutral$250Analyze
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability38
Popularity55
Price40
Versatility44
Lightness95

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$500Price (MSRP)
39 mmStack height
3 mmDrop
3.4 ozMen's weight
3.4 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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