Adizero Adios 9
A light, low-profile Lightstrike Pro shoe for track workouts, tempo runs and 5K–10K racing. It keeps a flexible feel without a full-length plate.
Recorded uses: Faster training, Race day · Information checked 2026-09-19.

A road racing shoe combining FF LEAP and FF TURBO PLUS foam, designed for runners who lengthen their stride as they accelerate.
Checked US price · 2026-09-07. Before tax and shipping. Selected Aquarium/White colorway.
The METASPEED SKY TOKYO pairs soft FF LEAP and FF TURBO PLUS cushioning with a carbon plate in a dedicated road racer. It is designed around runners who lengthen their stride as they accelerate, with strong cushioning and energy return as its main attractions. The heel can feel unstable, so that racing focus comes with a meaningful compromise for anyone who needs a more supportive landing. A snug interior and narrow toe box reinforce the close fit, making careful assessment worthwhile even for runners accustomed to racing shoes.
Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.
Recorded uses: race day. Designed for road running.
Recorded racing distances: 5K–10K, half marathon, marathon.
Independent testing found strong racing performance with a close upper and secure lockdown. Vertical toe space does not remove the limitation of its narrow shape.
Our editorial ride category: soft.
Independent testing found a snug internal fit.
Recorded widths: standard.
ASICS unisex listing explicitly lists Standard.
Unisex listing; widths and linked price apply to the recorded product range. Check your size and stock at the retailer. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.
The independent review found strong cushioning and energy return, but an unstable heel and narrow toebox.
Specifications from the brand’s product information.
Source: ASICS product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.
Information checked 2026-09-07. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.
Official weight remains unverified. Carbon plate and race distances confirmed in the exact independent review.
Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-07.
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These share a recorded surface and catalog category. Shared running uses guide the order; personal fit and performance are not guaranteed.
A light, low-profile Lightstrike Pro shoe for track workouts, tempo runs and 5K–10K racing. It keeps a flexible feel without a full-length plate.
Recorded uses: Faster training, Race day · Information checked 2026-09-19.
A road racing shoe with carbon-infused Energyrods and Lightstrike Pro cushioning.
Recorded uses: Race day · Information checked 2026-09-07.
A lightweight road racer with glass-fiber rods, geared toward short races and fast workouts.
Recorded uses: Faster training, Race day · Information checked 2026-09-07.