ADIDAS ADIZERO ADIOS 6 | THE MODERN RACING FLAT?

[@andywright7425]

Killing it with the production values at the start. The music and visuals are really coming on! 🔥 This is definitely the new Adidas shoe I have least interest in and your review confirms my reasons against it. Much prefer a bouncier, softer shoe. I’ll be very interested to see how it compares to the Boston 10 and the Prime X. Looking forward to that video even if it’s just to learn what the Prime X is actually for. 😂 Keep up the great work and have a wonderful weekend.

[@AlexFilitti]

Thanks Andy that's super super nice to hear you enjoyed the intro! A bit long maybe? Need to find the sweetspot for that too...but yes I worked a bit on making it better with the music :-) Not sure I'll be able to tell what the Prime X is for haha but that video will come out I hope! Thanks again for your support and enjoy the weekend too

[@darenzou]

hi Alex, i really like your measuring each running shoe's durometer. i think it would be a good idea to also measure the softness of the midsole after putting the shoe in the freezer for 10 minutes to simulate how hard the midsole gets in winter. React for instance gets really hard in the winter.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi! Thanks for the super cool (no pun ;-)) suggestion here. Never thought about it but we could it indeed! Thanks for stopping by and take care

[@yakiweiss546]

Hi Alex, First time on your channel (thanks to Adios 6..), I really liked your review! Just this year I started running with Adidas, after they finally come out with the LightStrick midsole. I run with the Boston 9 and the amazing SL20 2.0 for my opinion. I impressed by your professional review and subscribed to your channel.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Yaki! Huge thanks for your nice and encouraging comment, much appreciated! Welcome on the channel and I hope you'll find the content useful and entertaining ;-) Take care

[@robin29991]

This will work for alot of people who don' t like the new generation of high-stack shoes. It' s a good looking shoe but personally not too excited about it, kind of reminds me of a deluxe SL20 maybe? I hope the Boston 10 will release very soon though, seems like it' s already out in Australia.

[@AlexFilitti]

It can be seen as a deluxe SL20 (although the 10€ price difference makes it a super easy call in my opinion), or as a trainer for people racing in the Adizero Pro. Then my guess is that the Boston will be the trainer for people racing in the Adios Pro. We tend to see more and more of these trainer/racer couples (Saucony, Asics, Nike). And the Prime X will then be an alphafly "standalone" type of shoe (most likely WA non-legal but well that does not matter for us mortals). What do you think? Heard Boston 10 is due June 16 but not sure if that's for the EU.

[@robin29991]

@@AlexFilitti Ah, June 16th would be pretty good. But you never know with Adidas lol. I saw on IG that the prime X seems to be shipping out to some sponsored Atheletes now(Kevin Seaward, Charlotte Purdue).

[@OscarDeCicco]

So basically these are the real Boston 10 😂

[@AlexFilitti]

Yes at least if you were a fan of the previous Bostons then this is what you may enjoy more ;-)

[@guysmith9353]

Soooo true

[@OscarDeCicco]

@@AlexFilitti yep, I raced 2 marathons in Boston 7 and 8, and still putting miles in the latter 😆

[@matthewledvina8323]

Nailed it 😜

[@QronoZ713]

I ran in this shoe today. It's my replacement for the Nike Zoom Elite! It feels like a lighter, firmer and faster Pegasus 37. I personally like these harder, more unforgiving shoes as I think they improved running form

[@QronoZ713]

I wish adidas would separate the laminated are where the lace holes are located.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hey! I was curious to read your thoughts. We discussed this in the past but I agree one should have such a shoe in their rotation to avoid running all the time on higher stacks like the trend goes nowadays. But I don't think it is that unforgiving (well compared to those high stacks yes, but I expected something less friendly)

[@QronoZ713]

@@AlexFilitti Yeah, totally agree. When I said unforgiving, I meant that it requires more active running posture and leg/foot work to feel good. You can't really relax into the shoe as like a Glycerin, Triumph or Invincible. At least, that's my view! I used adios 6 for intervals today, wow.... Excellent, one of the best tempo rides I've felt in a long time. I'd take the adios 6 above most shoes, barring VF, for a 5-10K I think. It really felt great between 3:20-3:00 / km.

[@miquelvp]

Still waiting for your SL20 review! I'm still amazed how low your subs count are. Great content, nice vid and explanations... Time puts everything in its place. So just wait and keep working!

[@AlexFilitti]

Miguel! Your comment gave me so much energy, thank you!! I really hope that I provide value to people and if so I’m happy! Let’s see where this takes us. Now on the SL20: I’m not sure I will be able to do it but I just wrote in down on the list and will try to figure out how and what 😉

[@WenSud]

nice intro, nice shot and music! also a thorough review! great work!

[@AlexFilitti]

Thank you very much for the nice and encouraging comment!!

[@winchie37]

Great shoe. I'm coming from the adidas boston 9 ans adios 4. Thanks for your channel, fantastic content.

[@majnik6385]

I have adios 6 and I run a lot in the forest. Yeah upper is really thin but it is super durable really. This material is super strong :))

[@AlexFilitti]

that's really interesting, thanks for the update!

[@jamesb.walker9177]

Another very good video, the durometer data is also very interesting as it is not just a "guess" like many other channels.

[@AlexFilitti]

Thank you! I realize this is not relevant for everyone but indeed I like to be more specific thanks to the numbers.

[@McLeod573]

Hi Alex ...for the drône 👋👏👏👏🙏👌😉...i really enjoyed the adios5 in terms of ground feeling for 5k 10k or intervals and a quite Light shoe 212g in my size US 8,5...the major drawback for me was the heel countnair...not enough high in the heel i think and the material in there...got a lot of ampoules in them lol ...i can see that it has been modified...i hope that that the ground feeling and the position of the feet in are still the same....a good racing flat shoe i think...👏👏😉🇨🇵

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi!! thanks ;-)) The stack is obviously higher but the ride is similar to previous Adios (or even more Boston) shoes. And yes the heel goes higher and is really superb. This one is still a great racing flat for sure!! Thanks for stopping by and the nice comment ;-)

[@TheRollingBacon]

Thanks for the informative review! Been looking forward to getting these shoes for awhile now, and interested to give Lightstrike Pro a try in a more affordable option compared to the Adios Pro 2.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Bryan, Thanks a lot for stopping by and for your comment. This and the Boston may be solid options for a trainer (but actually even racer) with Lightstrike Pro at a lower pricepoint than the Pro. It mostly comes down to your preferences in terms of stack height and your training/racing goals - also, but this is a guess, i feel like the boston will me softer/bouncier because of more Lightstrike pro in the midsole. Hope this helps, let us know which one you'll get :-)

[@mikegamber8561]

Awesome drone footage, so jealous where you get to run. If it’s a single layer mesh upper then all the weight must come from midsole and outsole. Boost was heavy as well so not sure what was gained by switching it out. Great job as always Alex well done! The Hyperion Tempo is a 44 on the durometer and the lightstrike is softer then that so is it responsive? I like the midsole of the Hyperion Tempo so it would be likely this shoe would work really nicely. Would you say it’s more like the Hyperion Tempo or the Freedom 4? Thanks as always💪 onward and upward to 2,000!!!!!

[@AlexFilitti]

Thanks Mike, the location is great indeed especially early morning when there's nobody there (it's a "bike highway" so later in the day it gets more crowded). I was surprised by the low durometer score but it's maybe also a question of heterogeneous repartition of the foam and it makes it softer on the outer parts. No sure. But DNA flash on the hyperion tempo is a touch more responsive (than lightstrike that is, probably less so than lightstrike pro). It's less friendly than the hyperion tempo and a touch firmer and less forgiving than the freedom 4. But the freedom is a good comparison point for this one. Thanks for tuning in and yes on our way to 2000 ;-))

[@elgianka]

Rebel v2 or these? That's the question...for tempo and 5k running. A very explained video. Nice 👍

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Giancarlo. i'm not a fan of the Rebel v2 because they're too plush for me. So i'd go with these as they're a little more dense and consistent through the paces. But it depends what your preferences in terms of ride are. Hope this helps :-)

[@elgianka]

@@AlexFilitti hello, thanks 👍 for your opinion and advice,

[@iGo0gIe]

Wow these are beautiful. Gonna use these for my daily trainer

[@AlexFilitti]

Hey! Thanks for the nice comment! Yes they do look nice indeed…let us know how you enjoy them 😉

[@susee8282]

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[@AlexFilitti]

Thank you very much!!

[@MattD86]

What a cool & stylish intro. Love it

[@AlexFilitti]

Thank you!!

[@Chicago_Jayhawk]

Sounds like this more in line with the current Boston.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Brad, yes you're totally right and it rides somewhat closer to that as well. Thanks for stopping by :-)

[@Chicago_Jayhawk]

@@AlexFilitti Which one do you prefer more--this or the Adizero Pro for lightweight cushioned for fast paces?

[@madfemurfast]

The drone is a killer! At some time you should review a pair of Enda.

[@AlexFilitti]

Thank you!! Have you tried them? What's their ride like?

[@madfemurfast]

@@AlexFilitti snug and cushioned.

[@grahamtricker4103]

I have a pair of these and they are excellent for the price. 👍

[@tutuplawangsigotaka2121]

I had adizeroo 7, and now im terrified of the upper mesh tearing. 😢

[@BirdfluDracula]

Yo Alex! Don't spend too much time by the canal or the mosquitos will have you for dinner. Did I miss your comments on the fit? I found the toebox of the Adios 5 to be both too low in volume and too narrow, so much so that it was virtually unusable, and I'm wondering how you found the fit of the Adios 6. If you addressed it already, I apologize.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hey Cameron! Thankfully I'm going early morning and mosquitos don't like me for breakfast haha (if this was a way to say the intro was too long, I agree and thanks for saying it in such an elegant way ;-). The fit is definitely on the roomy side of things, not to the point you'd have to go half a size down but almost. Apologies for not including the chapters as usual!

[@BirdfluDracula]

@@AlexFilitti Haha no commentary about the length of the intro at all. I really enjoy footage like that, I find it so peaceful. Since I've been spending a lot of time running by the river where I live, and have been declared Mosquito Enemy #1, I was expressing legitimate concern for you! Thanks for the feedback about the toebox, always appreciate you taking the time to chat a bit more in the comments.

[@leonal2680]

Where did you get your information that Lightstrike Pro is PEBA?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Leon, there is no such information available actually and it's more a guess. It's either PEBA or a nitrogen infused EVA/TPU but the durometer numbers are more in the PEBA range.

[@daveaskew2105]

@@AlexFilitti its not pebax!

[@NatasaM]

Not sure where you live but the drone footage is beautiful (if not a little long 😉)

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Natasa and thanks a lot for the very nice comment. I live in Brussels, Belgium. Indeed it's too ling now that I think of it but last week it was a bit too short for the RC elite v2 and I tried to address this here. Maybe the sweetspot in the following one who knows! Thanks a lot and take care

[@jasegalaxy74]

Gorgeous drone footage Alex! 🔥- would you say this is like a super SL20?

[@AlexFilitti]

Thanks a lot!! :-) To a certain extent yes, and the Adios will canibalize the sl20 sales with that terrific price point...

[@cptnfitness8490]

I’m considering which should I buy this one or the Asics Magic Speed.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi! I think this comes down to 3 things: fit (the Adios wins hands down on this in my opinion), a bit more cushion and forgiving feel in the forefoot (Adios) or a bit more spring and stiffness in the forefoot (MagicSpeed), and price. Hope this can help you :-) Thanks for tuning in!

[@michaeldwilson1471]

Great review! Thanks!

[@AlexFilitti]

Many thanks Michael!!

[@OldManSprinting]

I need to give mine another try. I was really put off by the hard and unforgiving ride. I’d say it was even uncomfortable. I’ll try them on my next interval session and see how I get on. I need a bouncier shoe for my everyday running. Can anyone recommend one for me to try?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Brian, bouncier you could try: Rebel v2, Skechers Max Road 5, Nike Invincible, or even Novablast. Most are on sale at the moment. And they're all way more forgiving than the Adios 6! Hope this helps :-)

[@OldManSprinting]

@@AlexFilitti thank you Alex. I am an older runner with a bad back so I do need the cushion but also appreciate a good bounce to keep me on my toes. I found the Invincibles too squashy, but I love my Adios Pro 2s, which is why I thought I’d try the Adios 6. I guess I’m looking for a more durable Adios Pro 2 as it sure is an expensive everyday trainer 😬

[@andrerusselch]

Hey Alex, since I've seen you pronate moderately, can you tell about the stability of the shoe? For example, I enjoy running in the Puma Nitro Velocity while I get shin pain while running in Adidas Supernova. Thanks a lot!

[@AlexFilitti]

Hey Anindya, It's a stable ride. It has some pronation at higher paces but it's a natural one, nothing forced and the firmer Lightstrike layer helps also with less medial collapsing (if any). You can get it ;-) Good luck for your training in Singapore!!

[@andrerusselch]

@@AlexFilitti Hey thanks Alex, is the Adios 6 underfoot feel similar to the Velocity? I feel good ground contact connection in the Velocity Nitro while in the Reebok it's more much cushion and not much of the ground.

[@TheMassif]

A bit late to the party, but thanks for the review…really detailed. I’m enjoying the ride of the Boston 10, I usually like stiff and firm shoes, and I guess the Adios is similar in that department. Did you get the same size in both shoes?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Massimiliano, yes same size in both! Thanks for your nice comment :-)

[@michaelschmidt8170]

Avoided Adidas lately. How would you compare the fit with lets say the NB Rebel V2? Snug? Normal? Wider? Another great review, Alex. 👍

[@QronoZ713]

Did you watch the video?

[@michaelschmidt8170]

@@QronoZ713 Yes, that's what I usually do before I comment. But sometimes I miss something or I do not ask precise enough. Thank you for being helpful. I precised my comment now 👍

[@QronoZ713]

@@michaelschmidt8170 okay, i see. I can help you if you're interested. The fit is more tts than rebel v2, i found that shoe wide enough but a bit short in my regular size. The midfoot/heel in the adios is medium/slim (like a pegasus) and the forefoot is quite accommodating. It has very high volume, one of the highest toeboxes I've had honestly. If you've had adidas boston or adios before, expect a wider more volumous toebox. Heel area is slim but incredibly well done.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Michael, no worries at all, it's my fault not adding the chapters to the video like I usually do. I agree with what @Blixten says above and while more tts than the rebel you still have something more roomy than you may have expected compared to previous versions. This being said I did not have issues with length. If you like a snug fit then maybe half a size down could be considered...i'd go tts again though. Thanks for tuning in ;-)

[@danielecavalcanti3720]

Hi Alex great job! I do not understand Adidas marketing, I mean so many models of shoes, after many years with boost foam now there's lightstrike ( used for basketball before ). I do not find innovation as other brands. Great outsole. Which shoe is similar to this one on your opinion?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Daniele! I think they're trying to offer what people are seeing in other brands (higher stacks, carbon plates/rids, etc). Not sure yet because I haven't tried the rest of the lineup but I think there's still some cool innovation in the upcoming models (cut out outsoles on the Boston, pro, prime for instance, new pattern on the outsole). But I totally get what you're saying. It can be compared to older bostons, or to a "successful" version of the MagicSpeed (less firm, more forgiving). Hope this helps and as always thanks for watching and commenting :-)

[@fernandoibarraarangure5476]

Great vídeo!. Sorry, one question.. how cushioning going during your long runs?

[@AlexFilitti]

Up to HM distance it's fine but above it starts being a little too harsh especially when training at higher volumes

[@mdon9052]

hows the sizing compared to Sl20? Do u use the same size for both?

[@freeking4291]

Faster than the Rimac Nevera LOL👍🏻👍🏻

[@AlexFilitti]

I had to google that but I discovered a very cool car, thanks!! ;-)

[@jasontse1929]

do you think it is over less stiff than Adios 5? And more cushing than Adios 4?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Jason, I did not run in the Adios 5 but compared to the 4s it's similar in terms of cushion sensation but the higher stack here will allow for longer runs with a bit less leg pounding. I wasn't a big boost fan so while both are in the same ballpark, this wins by a hair and is closer to the Boston type of feel

[@michaelfgny1664]

You got me with roomier , even if just slightly , adios 5 were one of my worst purchases ever because of how snug the were in the mid foot . I’m getting them, (and will return if too tight not gonna get stuck with shoes I don’t use anymore ) , I prefer some wiggle room in these faster pace shoes , already have vaporflys for races .

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Michael, the Adios 6 should do the trick then! :-) Please let us know once you get them, I'd love to hear your experience and it could be super useful for other subscribers with similar preferences! Cheers

[@michaelfgny1664]

@@AlexFilitti they’re amazing , it’s a shame these shoes don’t have the same buzz around them like the speed 2 or Novablast 2 , or even the Boston 10 , it’s a shame these are a gem of gems

[@jamesb.walker9177]

Overall it fells harder of softer , more or less responsive then Mach 4?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi! It's pretty much on par with the Mach 4 but the Adios has more ground feel which makes it feel a touch harder over longer runs. It's a a bit more pounding for the legs. And yes it's a bit more responsive also because it feels way less clunky it that makes sense. Hope this helps!

[@hanbozi6283]

Nice intro! These seem to be a little bit "boring". Did you enjoy boston 9s?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi! Hmmm i would not say boring at all but maybe not mindblowing. It does what it's built for and it does it super nice. I did not run in the 9s but the last boston I had was the 7 and while the ride is somewhat similar, the adios 6 works better for me i'd say as I'm more of a midfoot to forefoot striker.

[@macoyupadoodle]

How is it compared to the magic speed

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Marc, overall the difference is mainly on 3 points: fit (Adios has a better one no question), forefoot feel (stiffer but more energetic in the Magic, more traditional but still super efficient in the Adios), and price. I'd go with the Adios between the two no doubts! Hope this helps :-)

[@kimwarner6050]

What shoe would you say these compare the closest to in terms of feel? The price of these in the states is 120. Mine will be here next week

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Kim! Few models that come to mind: of course Bostons, but also a "nicer" version of the MagicSpeed or a firmer version of the Freedom. Good to know the price is $120 in the US, such a great price really! Let us know how you like them ;-)

[@ianwarner1429]

Great review. How would you compare to the Saucony Freedom 4 as a long run shoe? I'm running in Mach 4s now but they are now unavailable in my size and they are too for summer here.

[@AlexFilitti]

Many thanks, Ian. Good question! Fit: the Freedom is a bit more snug and the upper is thicker and way more traditional in its build. The Adios upper is nicer for me. Midsole and ride: the Freedom runs a bit softer and bouncier while the Adios is firmer and more "direct". I'd go for the Freedom for my long runs I think. Hope this helps.

[@ianwarner1429]

@@AlexFilitti thanks! I run on old Freedoms sometimes and the fit is fantastic. The PB plus foam is a big improvement I think.

[@AlexFilitti]

Then you're likely going to enjoy the 4s even more! Let us know how they work for you if you end up getting them :-)

[@ianwarner1429]

@@AlexFilitti my wife and I both received our new F4s yesterday. My first 9 miles this morning were effortless. Certainly not pillows like the Mach 4s but the ride is soft and fast. I'll see how these 57 year old knees feel later on:) They are definitely in the rotation. Thanks for your insight.

[@harpreetsandhu800m]

This shoe good for 5km race day??

[@AlexFilitti]

Absolutely Raja!

[@pranayk37]

Where is the real adios shoe? I don’t want so much cushion ugh

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Pranay, I do agree this is not the classic Adios shoe but however i'd recommend you to give it a try at your local running store because this is really a great option (and it ain't that much cushioned - at least for today's standards). Cheers

[@pranayk37]

@@AlexFilitti yes I guess I’ll have to give it a try. Though I’m tempted to go for adios 5

[@AlexFilitti]

You could almost combine the two! Let us know what you end up picking :-)

[@TheHutchRuns]

How do these compare to the Saucony Endorphin Speed?

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Martin! Excellent question: the Adios is firmer, less forgiving and with way more groundfeel than the Speed. It is also cheaper and has a wider and more accomodating fit. Two different shoes and both could complement each other well in a rotation I think! Thanks for stopping by and take care

[@TheHutchRuns]

@@AlexFilitti thanks, I already have the Speed and have just ordered some Adios 6 with a discount to put in my rotation, appreciate the help

[@AlexFilitti]

Great! Let us know how you like it then.

[@Halfnakedrunner]

@@TheHutchRuns hello Martin! How do you find Adios comparing with Speed? What’s better for a half marathone distance ?

[@TheHutchRuns]

@@Halfnakedrunner I’d go with the speed for half marathon, more spring and pep and, for me, more comfortable for that distance

[@paddywiggle]

What in the hell is that toe bumper the shoe looks like those new balance walking shoes

[@AlexFilitti]

Hahaha yes I was sure this suede overlays would be a deal breaker for many people. Truth being said, once retired i can see myself using these as sneakers (and it will be even more the case for blue/green bostons that will release).

[@NatasaM]

Right out of the adizero Tempo design book 😁

[@iosifkovalenko8364]

This should have been the sl20 v2.

[@AlexFilitti]

Hi Iosif, yeah to a certain extent I agree with other comments saying this is some kind of "deluxe" SL20 or sl20 v2 as you call it. Thanks for stopping by and take care

[@ifonly4486]

SL20 v2 already exist !!!

[@iosifkovalenko8364]

@@ifonly4486 yes, but the Sl20 v2 are a large disappointment. The Boston 6’s are nothing like the Boston 5’s so that doesn’t make sense either. Which is why I’m thinking the Boston 6’s could have been the alternative to the sl20v2’s? Maybe the flat adizero pro could have been the Boston 6’s with the addition of a CF plate. Boston’s haven’t had CF plates but they traditionally are racing flats. I feel that the adizero pro underfoot feels closest to the Boston series as well.

[@houmm08]

They look nice, but looks aren't everything. They've moved away too far from the original idea of the adios. The clue is in the name adidas. The v2 and especially v3 aren't ever going to be bettered. V4 and v5 are also good. I'd buy another pair of v5 for distance racing over these. These seem like affordable daily trainers to me. 🤷‍♂️

[@AlexFilitti]

To a certain extent you're right, but I think Adidas also listens to the trends and they try to innovate in that direction. It is what it is! Thanks for stopping by and take care

[@Federergomez]

Don't carry your arms, swing them!

[@AlexFilitti]

Arms movement is certainly not my strength, thanks for the nice comment 😉

[@LAV451]

Техника бега просто ужасная 🙈

[@AlexFilitti]

Hey Alex, sorry to disappoint :P Trying to improve everyday and yes it's far from being perfect yet! Thanks for stopping by and take care

[@Karlm01]

Skip to 3.30 i will save you some time

[@AlexFilitti]

Thanks that may help some people! Intro was longer here but I'll find a sweetspot at some point :-) Take care

[@andrewowen2549]

@@AlexFilitti well I for one enjoyed the into!! 😀