Adidas has reimagined a beloved everyday shoe, transforming it into a trail-ready workhorse. The Adizero Evo SL ATR, now available in the US, is an all-terrain version of the fan-favorite daily trainer. It's a bold statement that challenges the notion that everyday shoes can't handle the trail. But here's where it gets controversial: while the original Adizero Evo SL dominated the roads, can its all-terrain counterpart live up to the hype?
The Adizero Evo SL ATR features subtle updates, including a durable Continental rubber outsole with 1.5mm lugs for added traction on dirt and gravel. It also boasts a wraparound mudguard, reinforced toebox, and a new upper crafted from an abrasion-resistant ripstop material. The sawtooth laces promise a more secure fit mid-stride, especially long into a run. Thankfully, the lightweight, highly responsive foam midsole remains unchanged, ensuring the shoe's prowess on the roads.
The Adizero Evo SL ATR is available in two colorways, "Core Black" and "Putty Grey," and costs $160, a small bump up from the road version. But is it worth the extra cost for the trail-ready updates? That's a question for you, the audience. Do you think the Adizero Evo SL ATR can live up to the hype? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
