Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 (Equipment Adios Pro) – The Secret Return of a Racing Legend
- FORDY RUNS
- Oct 27
- 3 min read
What if I told you that one of the best race-day running shoes ever made was still secretly available to buy? If that thought gets you even halfway excited, buckle up — because this discovery might just make your running year.
In my eyes, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 remains one of the greatest marathon shoes ever released. It hit the perfect balance between performance and comfort — a fast, forgiving, and confidence-boosting super shoe that helped me set my fastest London Marathon time.
And now, in 2025, it turns out this classic hasn’t completely disappeared. Adidas has quietly brought it back under a different name: the Adidas Equipment Adios Pro.
Why the Adios Pro 3 Was So Special
Let’s take a moment to remember why the Adios Pro 3 earned legendary status. The magic was in the Lightstrike Pro midsole — that rare blend of responsiveness and stability. It had enough bounce to make you feel unstoppable when you were on pace, but it also took care of you when fatigue set in late in the marathon. Unlike some other super foams (looking at you, ZoomX), it didn’t feel wobbly or unstable.
The energy rods worked beautifully with the foam to create a smooth, efficient stride, and the Continental rubber outsole offered unbeatable traction and durability. The upper? Lightweight and breathable, though the lacing wasn’t perfect — I once had to stop twice during the Amsterdam Marathon just to re-tie them! But aside from that, the fit and feel were spot-on straight from the box. In short: it was a true race-day weapon that balanced speed, control, and comfort better than almost anything else on the market.
The Shift to the Adios Pro 4
Fast forward to 2025, and the Adizero Adios Pro 4 changed almost everything — new foam, new geometry, new energy rods, the works. While I personally ran my fastest marathon ever in the Pro 4, it took a lot of fine-tuning to get the fit and feel right. Some runners loved the update, but others found it too different. Many even started hunting for pairs of the old Pro 3 on resale sites like Vinted, desperate to relive that perfectly tuned ride.
The Discovery: Adidas Equipment Adios Pro
So imagine my excitement when I discovered that Adidas has been quietly selling the Adios Pro 3 again — under a new name: Adidas Equipment Adios Pro. And here’s the best part: I bought mine directly from the Adidas website for just £90 (down from £180!) during a 40% off sale. Here’s the truth: this shoe is basically the Adios Pro 3 in disguise.
On the Run: Familiar Feel, Winter-Ready Build
Even though the Equipment Adios Pro tips the scales at around 300g, it doesn’t feel that heavy on foot. Once you’re moving, it brings back that same smooth, bouncy ride that made the Pro 3 so iconic. The extra structure in the upper actually makes it feel perfect for colder or wetter conditions. Think of it as a “winter-ready Pro 3” — or as I like to call it, the ultimate winter super trainer.
For me, it’s ideal for:
Marathon-pace long runs
Tempo sessions in cooler weather
Goal-pace workouts where I don’t want to wear out my race-day shoes
