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This is the BEST VALUE SHOE you can buy RIGHT NOW | Adidas Adizero SL2 REVIEW!
Is the Adidas Adizero SL 2 the best value shoe on the market right now? I bought this shoe for £98 and was honestly shocked at how it felt when I ran in it! Potentially the greatest budget shoe of 2024?
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1:04 What’s new
1:53 Facts & figures
3:33 Likes
5:39 Dislikes
6:17 Final thoughts
About this video: Today we are reviewing the Adidas Adizero SL2 road running shoe. We'll talk about the differences between the old model, go through all the stats plus all of my likes and dislikes!
This video is NOT sponsored. All products mentioned have been bought 100% by Ben and the channel. Our mission here is to help runners of all abilities improve and enjoy running to their full potential. Showcasing the best running tips and advice, while reviewing the latest gear and taking your round some of the best races in the world!
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @hamishdrayton8858
    @hamishdrayton8858 4 години тому

    How can I find you on ebay? To purchase some shoes from you.

  • @DeanPattrick
    @DeanPattrick 6 годин тому

    Looks waaaay to soft. 😢

  • @glenn1534
    @glenn1534 9 годин тому

    Balega socks are the best running purchase I've made. I'm slowly turning my sock collection into all Balega socks and I wear them for everyday use just because of how comfortable they feel (slowly because of the price!)

  • @user-co2kh4ui8u
    @user-co2kh4ui8u 10 годин тому

    I understand that the insole in the SL2 is glued in. Do you think it’s removable so you can use orthotics?

    • @BenParkes
      @BenParkes 9 годин тому

      It is glued in.. apologies I didn't mention that. I don't think you could remove it.

  • @stayer85
    @stayer85 10 годин тому

    Puma Deviate Nitro 2

  • @scottburrell4100
    @scottburrell4100 10 годин тому

    Neo Vista please Ben! I know you're a big Inside Running man and all three of those boys rave about that shoe. They never usually all agree on something so it must be good! Amazing price too if it really is up there with the Superblast!

    • @BenParkes
      @BenParkes 10 годин тому

      Ha, yes.. was listening to them chat about it today. It's coming in very soon.. so watch this space!

  • @user-nf4gy3kh5k
    @user-nf4gy3kh5k 11 годин тому

    The founder is a scammer and criminal who fled New Zealand and started all over in America this overpriced fiasco.

  • @eoincasey5461
    @eoincasey5461 11 годин тому

    Are you sure it's Lightstrike 2.0?

  • @pauljennings2425
    @pauljennings2425 12 годин тому

    These do look brilliant. Just got some Mach 6s so can’t get them just now. One unrelated question- why is the video filmed in a post office back room???

  • @tine5278
    @tine5278 12 годин тому

    Shoes seem cheaper in the UK than in France. A lot of "cheaper side" recommendations (Nike Pegasus, puma nitro, etc.) are not cheaper than others here. I am sticking with Asics at the moment even if I'm curious and would like to try some other brands.

  • @kingofdeath5600
    @kingofdeath5600 12 годин тому

    Ben, did you do the comrades this year?

  • @timcharlytv5591
    @timcharlytv5591 12 годин тому

    Can you review shoes from on its a swiss brand that makes high quality shoes

  • @dillpicklesrgood
    @dillpicklesrgood 14 годин тому

    Would love to see you review the trail version of the Novablasts!

  • @balltalkdeep
    @balltalkdeep 14 годин тому

    really wish it was all black

  • @russell.82.09
    @russell.82.09 14 годин тому

    Hi Ben, do you recommend for first timer runners that'll join on half marathon? That doesn;t have much budget to buy those carbon plated racing shoes.

  • @cindy9402
    @cindy9402 15 годин тому

    I had a 1 level spinal fusion in December and I’m cleared to run again next week. I was thinking of getting the NB 1080 for extra cushioning. Or would another New balance model be a better choice? Before I always had Nike Pegasus.

  • @stuartlane7107
    @stuartlane7107 17 годин тому

    Best daily trainer I ever bought. What an awesome shoe at a great price.

  • @jansommerlund5497
    @jansommerlund5497 17 годин тому

    I was about to ask but the answer came later in the video. A shame they are classic Adidas narrow A recommendation for at test would be the New Balance Venom. An absolute gem. I know you run that music trail but you really should give it at try

  • @Martin-kg6vf
    @Martin-kg6vf 19 годин тому

    Hey Ben, where do you see the SL2 against the NB Propel V4? Since the propel v4 is most of the time in sale right now (~80€), this could be another great pick!

  • @tdiz107
    @tdiz107 20 годин тому

    Mine just arrive picked them up for £99 can’t wait to take them out. Lots of hype about this budget friendly daily. I had to go a full size up to get the fit right, found them short and narrow in my normal 9.5

  • @Pietrotherunningfarmer
    @Pietrotherunningfarmer 21 годину тому

    An absolute beast! First run yesterday and I loved the shoe! Best daily trainer out there. Nike wake up, the Pegasus compared to this doesn't even seem like a running shoe

  • @tianoyt7005
    @tianoyt7005 22 години тому

    Thanks for the video 😊 Would you recommend the sl2 over the boston 12 as a do it all shoe?

    • @BenParkes
      @BenParkes 22 години тому

      If you have narrow or fairly normal width feet, plus not bothered about the assistance with the rods, then it’s a great option!

    • @tianoyt7005
      @tianoyt7005 22 години тому

      @@BenParkes Noted, thanks for the reply Ben, really appreciate it! I've been running in the asics tri noosa 15 for the last 4 months, really enjoyed them but I've been craving something different. Did some homework and the Boston 12 came out on top before they announced the SL2. We are yet to receive the SL2 in South Africa.

  • @TasosHadji
    @TasosHadji 22 години тому

    I think that's how the Boston should be... it is really a newer version of the old Boston lineup... before the rods and the nonsense!

  • @vancedyap
    @vancedyap 22 години тому

    Hi about being compared to the new reebok floatzig 1 at around same price?

  • @nznige
    @nznige День тому

    these things come in wide?

  • @mch0lic
    @mch0lic День тому

    Did ~1500km in SL, upper still in excellent state, outsole rubber worn through around toes, midsole foam visibly deformed but overall extremely happy with price and quality. I didn't expect it to last that long and I think I will be able to do at least another 100-200km in it. If SL2 is as wide and as comfortable as SL it will be first option for sure.

  • @user-rq5vt6ej4b
    @user-rq5vt6ej4b День тому

    Hi what's the news on Comrades 2024.thanks for your uplifting videos.

  • @kipponi
    @kipponi День тому

    Years ago I left Adidas cause they shoes went narrower every new model by Adios. The leg was like in a vise. I have flat foot, needs more space. I have 12 UK size too. Euro 46-47 depends manufacture.

  • @kylebaker8502
    @kylebaker8502 День тому

    I have run ~300km in the first edition, the SL and I must say they are lackluster. They a bit better when you pick it up and start to get a decent toe off but for easy running they feel very dull.

  • @CT37BN
    @CT37BN День тому

    Great price and as a plus Adidas even slashes it down further if your a member. Was very impressed with the quality as it's even better compared to some of it's competition. Cushy, bouncy but with a very nice response.

  • @djwirtanen
    @djwirtanen День тому

    Doesn't look very stable. Seems it could lead to leg strain.

  • @alice_thedemonfpe
    @alice_thedemonfpe День тому

    Hope they would release wide versions

  • @karls8989
    @karls8989 День тому

    This shoe is great and is better than the novablast 4 and rebel v4 hands down

  • @Ankurruns
    @Ankurruns День тому

    Please review Puma deviate nitro elite 3

  • @brandonweaver8110
    @brandonweaver8110 День тому

    Been wearing the SL for over a year now as my daily. Look forward to trying the 2!

  • @youthought1343
    @youthought1343 День тому

    I’m holding out for the Nike Invincible Run 4s rumored to release July 7th for my next daily trainer 😅

  • @kiLLinEmSoFTly
    @kiLLinEmSoFTly День тому

    Thoughts on that high heel level? I don't want any chafing when wearing no-show socks.

  • @Powellcon_
    @Powellcon_ День тому

    I was loving the ride on Adidas Sl2. Put over 50KM on them in just a few days. But the heel lift was so bad for me it blistered both my ankles and took a chunk out of my skin. Never had such bad heel rub with any other shoe. The shoe flexes quite a lot compared to the Boston 12 and constantly pushed my heel up even with very tight lacing. They should have shaved weight and used the upper from the Boston 12 which I love.

    • @ganchinho
      @ganchinho 16 годин тому

      how's the ride compared to the boston? can you do tempo runs or intervals on these (SL2)?

    • @Powellcon_
      @Powellcon_ 15 годин тому

      @@ganchinho Definitely can, its a more snug upper and softer underfoot. But can still pick up the pace. I tested them out with some faster efforts around 3:30-4 Min Per KM. They work well up to 16-18KM with some pick ups and strides. Did a double in them with 23KM total last week and both runs were peppy. My only issue is blistering and ankle rub which I dont experience with any other Adizero shoe in the same sizing.

    • @ganchinho
      @ganchinho 15 годин тому

      @@Powellcon_ thanks Powell. For the money I think it's worth a try. Current daily is the triumph 21, which I love, but I need an alternative that can handle faster tempo runs, intervals, etc. I'm lean towards these tbh.

    • @Powellcon_
      @Powellcon_ 13 годин тому

      @@ganchinho For the price they are definitely worth picking up! I just ordered a pair of Novablast 4. Current rotation is SL2, Boston 12 (3rd pair), Adios Pro 3 for long runs and race day (3rd pair), and Supernova Solution which I use on the treadmill.

  • @JK-bh5lr
    @JK-bh5lr День тому

    I'll avoid it as you say. It's very expensive here as well.

  • @MrAmitdaswani
    @MrAmitdaswani День тому

    I purchased the Adizero SL last year. It was indeed a great value as I got it in the USA for $43+tax/shipping. Unfortunately, I won’t get this shoe again because it was as too narrow for my foot, even at a half size bigger. I use it in humid/hot weather and it is just not that comfortable to train in for more than a few hours.

  • @yair0404
    @yair0404 День тому

    Which shoe have more room the sl 2 or mach 6? (Without the wide version)

  • @ebayer1980
    @ebayer1980 День тому

    Adios 8 is still better

  • @ucatani
    @ucatani День тому

    Weird. The Supernova Rise in Brazil costs 100 USD with a discount now, versus 145 for the SL2. It's a considerable difference. Anyway, got my pair yesterday, hope it's as good as everybody is saying. Thanks, Ben!

  • @JackR772
    @JackR772 День тому

    BS tried them they are awful

  • @L3THALXFOX
    @L3THALXFOX День тому

    im over 200 pounds and run a 5 minute mile. yeah these shoes slow me down but the thing other shoes do is not allow me to run for the next few days having extreme pain. with these i can do it almost daily

  • @xia
    @xia День тому

    Thanks for talking about the width of the shoes! It's very important for the wide boys :)

    • @ucatani
      @ucatani День тому

      I got a size 10 US and it feels shorter but a bit wider than NIke's 10, which runs long and narrow. Hope that helps.

  • @DHarbajan
    @DHarbajan День тому

    Would you say this is viable for a heavier runner?

    • @matthewtyler4579
      @matthewtyler4579 День тому

      I'm 105kg 6.4ft, the sl2 is comfortable and responsive, like Ben said it is a touch narrow, I was able to relieve some pressure by loosing all the laces and adjusting. After the 3rd run the fit is fine. (Us13)

  • @KiwiM1994
    @KiwiM1994 День тому

    Superblast 2

  • @reeceanderson9293
    @reeceanderson9293 День тому

    Ben, Puma deviate nitro elite 3 next please

  • @manuelruanosika
    @manuelruanosika День тому

    How would you compare it to the Vomero 17?