Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR

Ben Parkes measured the Evo SL ATR weight at 318 g in their UK size 12, calling it 'the heaviest' of the Evo SL range (vs standard 267 g, Woven 284 g, Exo 283 g).

Ben Parkes observes that all Evo SL versions feature Light Strike Pro foam, the same foam found in Adidas's Pro 4 racing shoe, which is 'very soft, very bouncy, pretty responsive.'

Ben Parkes observes that all Evo SL versions have a small plastic shank for stability, because 'if there's one drawback with the Evo SL, it is a little bit unstable in the corners.'

Ben Parkes observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR (referred to as the ATR launch) is one of four (now five) Evo SL versions, and is described as 'more of a winterized, slightly more rugged version of the Evo SL, designed for those harsher underfoot conditions and running in poorer weather.'

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR has 'the best grip and traction of the range.'

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR has a gusseted tongue and pull tabs on the tongue and heel for easier entry.

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR is 'noticeably heavier than the other shoes in the range.'

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR outsole has Continental rubber with 1.5 mm lugs and 'slightly more outsole coverage' for better grip in winter conditions and mixed/uneven terrain.

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR upper 'definitely runs very warm if you are going to run in summer' and 'really doesn't provide much breathability, so it really is a winter running shoe only.'

Ben Parkes observes that the Evo SL ATR upper is a 'rip stop water resistant mesh' with a 'protective mud guard round the front of the shoe' to help keep feet dry in wet conditions.

Ben Parkes recommends the Evo SL ATR if you 'do a lot of off-road running' or want a shoe that's 'really good at running around the city in those winter months'; they say the upper will keep feet 'dryish' running through puddles and rain, but it is 'not a trail shoe by any means' and is 'really quite unstable' on technical trails.

Ben Parkes states that Adidas lists the price of the Evo SL ATR at £140, compared to £130 for the other Evo SL versions.

Ben Parkes states that every Evo SL version has the same stack and drop: 39 mm at the heel with a 7 mm drop.

Ben Parkes attributes improved stability in the Adidas Evo SL ATR compared to the standard Evo SL, crediting the more rigid outsole and upper updates for greater confidence through corners.

Ben Parkes concludes that the Adidas Evo SL ATR is the best winter version of a daily shoe they have ever tried and that the £10 premium over the standard Evo SL is justified.

Ben Parkes finds that the Adidas Evo SL ATR fits true to size and similarly to the standard Evo SL, accommodating regular and slightly wide feet.

Ben Parkes finds that the Adidas Evo SL ATR maintains the fast, fun, and engaging ride of the standard Evo SL despite the weight increase, though it is slightly less poppy due to the outsole.

Ben Parkes finds that the Adidas Evo SL ATR runs very warm and will not have much airflow, recommending it for temperatures up to about 10-12°C and calling it a winter-only shoe.

Ben Parkes measured the Adidas Evo SL ATR at 318 g in UK size 12, a 51 g increase over the standard Evo SL at 267 g.

Ben Parkes notes that the Adidas Evo SL ATR has the same Light Strike Pro midsole as the standard Evo SL, with no plate.

Ben Parkes observes a reinforced toe box with a TPU overlay on the Adidas Evo SL ATR for protection.

Ben Parkes observes that the Adidas Evo SL ATR has 1.5 mm lugs made with Continental rubber, which the reviewer finds extremely grippy.

Ben Parkes observes that the Adidas Evo SL ATR has a ripstop water-resistant upper and a wraparound mudguard, which feels more hardwearing than the regular mesh.

Ben Parkes observes that the updated upper of the Adidas Evo SL ATR kept feet warm and dry in 0-12°C conditions, with the mudguard doing a good job keeping water out and the ripstop fabric being water-repellent.

Ben Parkes paid £140 for the Adidas Evo SL ATR and expects it to retail around €150 or $150.

Ben Parkes praises the new sawtooth laces on the Adidas Evo SL ATR, finding them much higher quality than the standard Evo SL laces and helpful for lockdown.

Ben Parkes states that the Adidas Evo SL ATR is not a trail shoe, calling it suitable only for light dirt and gravel, and inappropriate for muddy, rocky, or technical terrain.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Evo SL ATR was very unstable on road and pavements.

EDDBUD tried the Adidas Evo SL ATR and found that its outsole left him with really sore calves; his left leg is sore and he hopes it will clear up in a day or so.

EDDBUD finds that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR does not look like an all-out trail shoe, but perhaps just a slightly more robust version of a daily road shoe.

EDDBUD finds that the serrated laces on the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR likely won't change the feel of the shoe much in terms of extra weight from the upper, but at least the user can dial in the lockdown a little bit more.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has a mud guard around the front section of the shoe, around the toe box, which he speculates may provide a little more structure to the upper and maybe protect the toes a little.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has changed up the laces to serrated laces, and suggests Adidas has clearly been listening to feedback.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR's outsole features Continental rubber with a spread of lugs, which he speculates should make the shoe a little more capable in winter months.

EDDBUD reports that the smoother rubber of the standard Evo SL version worked fine for him in testing weather and on concrete, maybe even gravel and road, but he found it lacked a little bit of traction on some smooth, wet surfaces, which he notes is the case for most daily shoes.

EDDBUD speculates that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR may be a tad warmer on the feet than the standard version, noting the standard version's mesh structure sometimes required thicker socks in cooler weather.

Marathon Handbook attributes to [Brand] the claim that the Evo SL ATR offers 'exactly the same underfoot feel' as the standard Evo SL.

Marathon Handbook notes the upper has water repellency integrated through a woven material and water line.

Marathon Handbook states the shoe is intended for slushy conditions or when a classic run in the park gets a little muddy, so that runners never have to stop running the Evo SL.

Marathon Handbook states the upper is more protective when it might rain a little bit.

Ryan's Running Reviews observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has a water-repellent upper.

Ryan's Running Reviews observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has slightly larger lugs on the outsole compared to the original Evo SL, making it good for gravel running.

Ryan's Running Reviews observes that the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR shares the same midsole as all other Evo SL versions: a thick slab of Light Strike Pro with an internal mid-foot plastic shank.

RoadTrailRun finds that the Evo SL ATR has the same Light Strike Pro foam as the regular Evo SL, feeling about the same firmness or possibly a tiny touch firmer.

RoadTrailRun finds that the Evo SL ATR has the same small dog bone plate as the regular Evo SL.

RoadTrailRun finds that the outsole on the Evo SL ATR gives it more structure and makes it more responsive (as opposed to springy/bouncy) and much smoother at a wider variety of paces.

RoadTrailRun finds that transitioning from snow/gravel to road the Evo SL ATR gives a nice fast snappy ride.

RoadTrailRun finds the Evo SL ATR a relatively firm ride as a result of the additional rubber compared to the regular Evo SL.

RoadTrailRun finds the Evo SL ATR can function as a much more versatile daily trainer.

RoadTrailRun finds the Evo SL ATR has a much better heel overall foothold.

RoadTrailRun finds the Evo SL ATR has a much more stable and secure ride due to the upper.

RoadTrailRun finds the Evo SL ATR upper much more supportive, answering many problems of the regular Evo SL.

RoadTrailRun is not sure he would take the Evo SL ATR in summer heat.

RoadTrailRun notes the Evo SL ATR sells for $160.

RoadTrailRun notes the regular Evo SL sells for $150.

RoadTrailRun observes rubberized bumpers and reinforcement of the heel counter on the Evo SL ATR.

RoadTrailRun observes that Adidas has given the Evo SL ATR a water-resistant upper made of a very thin dense mesh.

RoadTrailRun observes that the Evo SL ATR has 1.5 mm Continental lugs with much more coverage than the regular Evo SL.

RoadTrailRun observes that the Evo SL ATR has rigid laces and a gusset tongue, which the regular Evo SL does not have.

RoadTrailRun speculates that the weight increase of the Evo SL ATR is due to its much more extensive outsole coverage and a considerably reinforced upper.

RoadTrailRun states the Evo SL ATR should not be pigeonholed as only a light trail shoe; it is equally a road shoe for sloppy conditions, wet conditions, some light snow, and gravel.

RoadTrailRun wishes the weight of the Evo SL ATR had been kept lower but is not sure how that could have been done.

RadDadBodTV advises that anyone with ankle issues or lower leg strength issues should not take the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR onto trail; he considers it fine for gravel or road but not trail.

RadDadBodTV describes the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR as one of the best pure transitions from road to trail in terms of taking a road shoe and making it a trail shoe where it is basically the exact same shoe.

RadDadBodTV describes the intended use of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR as a daily trainer, specifically a road-to-trail or gravel option, for roads, light trails, bark chip, and gravel.

RadDadBodTV finds the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has the same midsole feeling as the original and woven Evo SL.

RadDadBodTV finds the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is a decent amount heavier — almost an ounce or more heavier than the original Evo SL — and says that is noticeable.

RadDadBodTV finds the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is crazy pace versatile, just like the original and woven versions.

RadDadBodTV finds the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is true to size lengthwise and has a standard to wide fit.

RadDadBodTV finds the midsole of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR still uses TPEE-based Lightstrike Pro foam, which he describes as responsive and bouncy.

RadDadBodTV identifies the upper of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR as a ripstop woven mesh that is water-resistant, not waterproof.

RadDadBodTV judges the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR as the best fitting and best overall lockdown of the three Evo SL variations (not counting the XO).

RadDadBodTV notes the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has Continental rubber outsole with small lugs, providing surprisingly good grip even on non-buffed trail.

RadDadBodTV notes the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has sawtooth premium laces that help lock in the lacing fit better.

RadDadBodTV observes the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is a little bit unstable on varying terrain with little rocks, and he was more conscious of how the midsole interacted and rolled through.

RadDadBodTV observes the fit of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is closer to the fit of the original Evo SL than the woven version.

RadDadBodTV observes the water-resistance of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR impacts breathability.

RadDadBodTV reports the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR has a gusseted tongue and a pull tab, and describes it as a better fitting overall upper experience compared to the original Evo SL.

RadDadBodTV states the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR is priced at $160, $10 more than the original Evo SL.

RadDadBodTV states the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR's outsole solves the grip problem for those who had trouble with the original Evo SL outsole in rainy conditions.