adidas$129.99

Adizero SL2

A lightweight daily and tempo shoe pairing Lightstrike Pro with a Lightstrike 2.0 carrier.

Checked US price · 2026-09-14. Before tax and shipping. Dick's men's listing; available colors and sizes vary. Official JQ0354 black colorway sold out.

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Brand specifications

The shoe at a glance.

The adidas Adizero SL2 combines Lightstrike Pro with a Lightstrike carrier in a lightweight, plate-free road trainer for daily miles and tempo work. Its lively, balanced ride and versatility make it useful when you want one shoe to cover both routine runs and quicker sessions. Limited lateral support is the main compromise for runners who prefer a more controlled platform. It runs small, with a half size up recommended, so check length carefully; a standard width is verified, while current wide availability is not confirmed here.

Pros and cons

Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.

Pros

Light weight with useful versatility across paces.
A breathable upper with a relatively roomy fit.
Grip remains useful in wet conditions.

Cons

The platform offers limited stability.
Outsole wear and tongue design are compromises.

A closer look

Where it fits in your running

Recorded uses: everyday runs, faster training. Designed for road running.

Cushioning and ride

Published testing found a versatile, lively trainer, particularly away from pronounced heel landings. The comfortable upper does not eliminate the need to check its underfoot support.

Our editorial ride category: balanced.

Fit and sizing

adidas recommends a half size up; the independent review also found it runs small.

Recorded widths: standard.

Dick's listing verifies Medium/D. The independent review lists Normal and Wide, but current wide US inventory was not verified.

The linked product range is not verified. Widths and price may vary between men’s, women’s and unisex versions. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.

Before you choose

The independent review found limited lateral support despite a lively, versatile ride.

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$129.99 recorded · 2026-09-14

Dick's men's listing; available colors and sizes vary. Official JQ0354 black colorway sold out.

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Manufacturer specifications

Specifications from the brand’s product information.

Listed weight: 238 g
Heel-to-toe drop: 10 mm
Heel stack height: 36 mm
Plate: No plate
Support: Neutral
Recorded product range: Not verified
Widths offered: Standard

Source: adidas product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.

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Information checked 2026-09-14. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.

adidas product details Official identity, intended use and listed specifications. The linked market may differ from the US.
US price and buying options Dick's men's listing; available colors and sizes vary. Official JQ0354 black colorway sold out.

Current JQ0354 official page lists 8.4 oz (size 9), 0.39 in drop and 1.41/1.02 in stack: approximately 238 g, 10 mm, 36/26 mm. Dick's lists 9 mm drop instead; the current official product specification is retained. Photo is the current JQ0354 upper; the independent review tested the SL2 model originally in 2024. Plate construction checked September 14, 2026: the exact-model independent review confirms no plate or EnergyRods.

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Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-14.

From the manufacturer

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