Adidas Adizero EVO SL<\/a>. They share looks and geometry, with both the EVO SL and the Pacer sporting stack heights of 38 mm under the heel and 32 mm under the forefoot; both also have an aggressive forefoot rocker.<\/p>\nBut while the EVO SL uses a premium, supercritical TPEE-based Lightstrike Pro foam for maximum energy return, the Adizero Pacer has a full-length midsole made of Lightstrike, an EVA compound that delivers a firmer ride. And the EVO SL weighs a scant 7.9 ounces for men and 6.6 ounces for women compared to the Pacer\u2019s 9.1 ounces (men\u2019s) and 7.6 ounces (women\u2019s).<\/p>\n
The EVO SL\u2019s outsole uses pricey Continental rubber, while the Pacer features a rubber \u201cAdiwear\u201d outsole. The Continental rubber provides more secure traction, especially on wet roads, but both are known to be durable.<\/p>\n
When not compared to its premium sibling (which we reviewed in full here), the Pacer delivers a responsive, rolling ride. With its breathable mesh upper and signature three-stripe design, it\u2019s at home both running tempo efforts in summer heat and turning heads as cool-kid streetwear.<\/p>\n