adidas running shoes Adizero Adios Pro 4 and EVO SL trend globally, Adios Pro 4 officially launched in Singapore on 2 January 2025
Singapore, 8 January 2025 – First worn in Singapore by adidas athlete Nicholas Rachmadi and the Superheroes Ekiden team at last December's Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, the popular Adizero Adios Pro 4 officially launched online and in stores in Singapore on 2 January 2025.
Global sports brand adidas, known for its recognisable three stripes, first unveiled their latest innovations from the Adizero line for the podium-dominating Adizero Adios Pro 4 and fast-paced trainer Adizero EVO SL last October.
The brand shared that the Adios Pro 4 was designed after studying strike patterns of some of its leading athletes, to understand where grip was needed most, these insights were translated into a new patterned outsole that maps material to key areas.
"It’s a huge honour to be the first athlete in Singapore to put on the Adios Pro 4. I remember trying the AP4s for the first time in a school trial and I was absolutely flying and even felt comfortable at the end of the 5000m time trial on top of having a long day in hospital," said Nicholas Rachmadi, who claimed a personal best time of 1:22:46 and finished overall 5th for the local category half-marathon in the Adios Pro 4s.
"The AP4 is in a class of its own and its responsiveness and comfort is what makes it superior to its predecessors in my opinion. The new LIGHTLOCK upper didn’t give any heat spots or discomfort and wraps around my feet nicely for the entire 21.1km. The ENERGYRODS 2.0 really powered every stride too!"
Donning superhero costumes for their ekiden race, and coming in overall sixth out of 98 teams, members of the Superhero Runners Ekiden team sported the Ekiden Pack of the Adios Pro 4 in the red and silver colourway.
"Adios Pro 4 for me felt soft and squishy underfoot, but built for pure speed. It’s like running on clouds with a turbocharged engine!" shared an excited Neyton Tan (spiderman), finisher of 42 full marathons to date.
"With the Ekiden AP4, I can do this all day and all night," added Paul Martin in his Captain America outfit, a member of the ekiden team. His teammate Sebastian Cheong, donning the Ironman costume echoed the sentiment saying: "AP4 didn't just meet my expectations; it soared beyond them."
Said Nelson Wong: "The adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is incredibly responsive and lightweight feel, making it perfect for speed-focused runners to nail your long-distance races."
Developed at adidas’ Innovation Lab in Herzogenaurach, Germany, and tested extensively with consumers and top athletes across multiple countries in Iten, Kenya, Japan and the US, the key updates of the shoe include:
Speed Focused Design
Combining proven race-winning technology with fresh speed-focused design features, the Adizero Adios Pro 4 (commonly known as AP4) is engineered to help runners break records – whether it's a world or personal best.
New Forefoot Rocket Point Geometry
Inspired by the revolutionary Adizero Adios Pro Evo1, the forefoot rocker – the point at which the sole curves upward underneath the toes or forefoot – is placed at 60% of the length of the shoe.
This is lab-tested to trigger forward momentum and improve running economy. Alongside this, the shoe boasts a full-length Lightstrike Pro midsole, providing runners with a lighter and softer feeling as their feet hit the ground.
Lightlock Upper
The shoe introduces a first-of-its-kind lightweight, one-way stretch woven mesh upper that is
paired with internal locking bands for a snug and secure feeling when running at high speed. This is matched with a new lacing system, which provides a locked-down fit for runners.
LIGHTTRAXION Outsole
After studying strike patterns of some of adidas’ leading athletes, to understand where grip was needed most, these insights were translated into a new patterned outsole that maps material to key areas.
Key tech details:
STACK HEIGHT: 39MM / 33MM
MIDSOLE DROP: 6MM
WEIGHT: MEN’S – APPROXIMATELY 200G / WOMEN’S – 172G (based on a UK 8.5)
Where to buy Adios Pro 4 in Singapore?
Featuring the well-known Adios Pro colourway DNA, the Adizero Adios Pro 4 costs $339 and is available from 2 January 2025 in adidas stores, iRun Singapore or on adidas.com.sg/adizero-running-shoes and via the adidas app.
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