Adidas Adizero SL2

First run in the Adizero SL2. Absolutely love the update. More of what I wanted more of (lighstrike pro). Less of what I wanted less of (foam padding and lighstrike). Stays true as an Adizero SL and as an elevated SL20.
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Still not going to be a long run shoe for me, but it’s an excellent daily trainer that will be as easy to recommend to a wide range of runners, just as the last version was. It’s also really nice at faster paces, so it will also be a good candidate for some speedwork.
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Disclosures: no one paid for me to make this video or to include their product in this video. No one previewed it. I barely even proof my videos before I hit publish
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[@diegovieira73]

The most awaited review!!!

[@ZaahirJappie]

U better believe it!!!!!!

[@mannyd9264]

Wow... I never comment... But this video was a beautiful piece of art work! Big shout out to the production!

[@kofuzi]

Thank you!

[@recguerra3]

I second that, great video!

[@tkwasik]

Tried them in store today - very positive surprised

[@saumilsampat3191]

Review eagerly awaited. 😊

[@brandonwalker4261]

We’re all ready for this one!

[@Calicoem]

So excited for this!

[@hagakuru]

your macro shots have gotten to a whole other level.

[@jonahmays]

Not usually a fan of black foam but these are absolute 🔥

[@kuriosites]

Early reviews have been overwhelmingly positive for a value-priced shoe. I'm interested to get your take.

[@tgibridays]

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on these. Especially since you liked v1 and a few reviewers have said these are a complete 180 in terms of midsole softness and these are almost unstably soft and squirley which you often like as well.

[@kofuzi]

I have written pretty much all the thoughts I have so far in the description. I know it’s sometimes hard to view the description of a Short (I don’t think it’s even possible if you’re viewing on a TV)

[@tgibridays]

​@@kofuziOh thanks! I always forget the shorts have descriptions.

[@Ous_Sama]

​@@kofuziwow i never knew Shorts had description 😮

[@seanwise7464]

Me neither but I just figured out how to see it and I feel so proud of myself now.

[@kelli130]

I have version one. I love them a lot for standing. Sounds funny, I know, but it’s something about the width in the front and the firmness underneath. They really my feet from getting sore if I have to stand all day. I don’t like them much for walking long distances and I really dislike them running. The cushiony shoes I like for running are generally not good for standing. I’d get another pair just for those standing days. I’m so curious about the new version.

[@paulackerman5021]

Did you ever do a review on the adidas boost light?

[@Enoch-Root]

Don't mind the SL, but definitely prefer my Boston 12s, already on a second pair of both shoes. But with summer in full force here in Guangdong, my SLs felt like I'd been running through puddles at the end with all the sweat they collected. Definitely perfer shoes that don't soak up large amounts of water.

[@faizanmohamed5457]

is better than Hoka Mach 6?

[@cop3577]

im saving for superblast 2 but this shoe is testing my patience

[@cheekster777]

Just considering whether to pick up a pair of the v1 SL as they are on sale on the adidas UK site right now. Thoughts? Thank you Mike.

[@recguerra3]

There are already some SL2 reviews online and it seems really good.... I can tell I have the Boston 12 and it's Lightstrike 2.0 foam is so much better than the regular LS. I think you should wait a little... even if you love SL...

[@emkama9402]

Swiftwick socks? If they are, they are my fave

[@kofuzi]

Yes. Entire fit is in description (I recognize Shorts descriptions are basically intentionally hidden by KZbin )

[@Prakash.Uthappa]

What brand of earbuds are those? They're cool!

[@kofuzi]

It’s in the description. (I recognize KZbin makes it comically difficult to see the description of a Short)

[@samshuler3895]

What kind of shirt is that? Looks sick

[@kofuzi]

Adidas

[@liiou4445]

Will these be a good replacement for the rebel v3?

[@kofuzi]

yes. they won't feel exactly the same, but yeah

[@lawscream]

For race or daily trainer?

[@kofuzi]

daily trainer

[@hauhalim]

What suitable for this adizero SL2...kofuzi San?

[@kofuzi]

I don’t understand this question

[@hauhalim]

for what kind of running this shoes?

[@macewindex564]

@@hauhalim Road running

[@DillonJan]

Went up a size which is in the same size as my AP3, the SL2 fit me fine. I have a wide midfoot. The ride of the thick rubber outsole is very noticeable, kinda remind me of the outsole on the puma deviate nitro 2. Anyway, can't wait for @kofuzi review of this shoe.

[@spartanB0292]

Damn went up a whole size? I should really try this on in store first...

[@DillonJan]

@@spartanB0292 yea. I have bout a thumb gap between my toes and the tip of the shoes but it seems the SL2 is slightly shorter than the AP3.

[@TheValonquar]

@@DillonJan is the midfoot flat or does it poke your arch like b12/ap3?

[@DillonJan]

@@TheValonquar never tried boston 12, but i do own the AP3, the midfoot felt fairly similar but the material of the SL2 is softer and not scratchy as the AP3.

[@LaughWithTheJoke]

How can they fit you with a wider midfoot? I have a medium width midfoot and these were far too narrow for me. I can't see how one makes them work with a real wide midfoot. Don't they give you blisters?

[@user-ix3fy6ox8k]

good as nova4?

[@macewindex564]

better

[@user-ix3fy6ox8k]

@@macewindex564 really?? thanks. Let go get it.

[@kofuzi]

They’re very different. If you love a novablast, this might not be for you. But if you love this, you probably don’t love novablast.

[@user-ix3fy6ox8k]

@@kofuzi I got you mean.appreciate it.

[@elliotendures]

Early reviews say narrow and unstable. Was so hopeful.

[@spartanB0292]

Aw if it's narrow, that's pretty disappointing...

[@macewindex564]

@@spartanB0292 I heard they will be releasing in wide too

[@I_hate_charlatans_like_mkbhd]

Yo what’s going on

[@kofuzi]

Yo