Comparison:
Adidas Adios Pro 3 vs Adidas Adios Pro 2
The Adios Pro is Adidas' flagship, long-distance racer. Here we will be comparing the Adios Pro 3 and the Adios Pro 2.
Comparison:
The Adios Pro is the pinnacle of Adidas racing shoes. It's the shoe used by elite Adidas athletes to race marathons in and it has all of Adidas' premium technologies packed into it.
Every year, it gets upgraded with a brand new design. This article will help you decide if the Adios Pro 3 or the Adios Pro 2 is the better racing option for you.
Similarity and differences: Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Adizero Adios Pro 2
Expert score
9/10
8/10
Weight
7.60 oz
7.5 oz
Heel Drop
6 mm
10 mm
Verdict
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 is a long-distance specialist. Its highly cushioned midsole and its efficient, energy saving ride make it perfect for marathons and beyond.
Version 3 has more foam in the forefoot, a wider net base and a more aggressive toe-spring which makes it softer, more stable and more propulsive than the previous version.
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 2 is a smooth-riding super shoe that relies on a rocker for speed. It doesn't have the most propulsion of all the super shoes but it feels more comfortable and energy-saving over long distances.
Version 2 of the Adios Pro has been updated with a more breathable upper and a chiselled midsole which brings down its weight but it still has a very similar ride to version 1.
Version 2 of the Adios Pro has been updated with a more breathable upper and a chiselled midsole which brings down its weight but it still has a very similar ride to version 1.
Recommended for
Racing, speedwork
Racing, speedwork, long distance racing
Cushioning type
Balanced
Balanced
Cushioning amount
Highly cushioned
Highly cushioned
Flexibility
rigid
rigid
Stability
some stability
some stability
Sizing
true to size
buy half size smaller
Retail price
US$250.00
US$220
Sole unit: Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Adizero Adios Pro 2
Lightstrike Pro foam forms the midsoles of both these 2 racers. The Adios Pro 3 has a wider base compared to the Adios Pro so it feels much more stable.
The heel stack heights are the same but the Adios Pro 3 has a thicker forefoot which feels softer than the Adios Pro 2.
The Adios Pro 2 has a plate in its heel which the Adios Pro 3 doesn’t have so this results in a softer heel in the Adios Pro 3.
The Adios Pro 3 has more long distance comfort due to the softer and more cushioned ride so it’s better for long-distance racing.
Another big difference in the ride is that the Adios Pro 3 has a more aggressive toe-spring. This delivers a forward-tipping sensation and makes it feel faster during transitions.
The Adios Pro 3 also has a smoother ride that the Adios Pro 2 because its heel and forefoot are similar densities. The Adios Pro 3 has a firmer heel due to the plate in its midsole.
Both racers use a modified version of Continental rubber on their outsoles. The rubber is thinner than normal Continental so the outsole have much lower durability.
Upper unit: Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Adizero Adios Pro 2
Both uppers are made of thin, breathable Celermesh however, the Adios Pro 2’s upper is softer and doesn’t feel as scratchy as the Adios Pro 3.
The Adios Pro 3 is true to size while the Adios Pro 2 runs big so you have to go down a half size.
The fit of both racers are narrow so they are not recommended for runners with wide feet.
Which one to buy: Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Adizero Adios Pro 2
The Adios Pro 3 is an improvement over the Adios Pro 2 in almost every aspect: it’s more stable, it has more cushioning and it feels faster.
The Adios Pro 2 however has a more comfortable upper and is a tiny bit lighter than the Adios Pro 3 but you can’t really feel the difference on foot.
There is a big price difference between the 2 versions.
You should only get the Adios Pro 2 rather than the Adios Pro 3 if price is a big factor and you can’t afford the Adios Pro 3.
Best price online: Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Adizero Adios Pro 2
This expert review is written by
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Brandon is a South African who lives and trains in Malaysia. He is a marathon runner who eats, sleeps and dreams running shoes. While most people wear shoes to run, he runs to wear shoes.
