These two shoes from Adidas have different positions in the brand’s collection and are intended to complement each other.
The Takumi Sen 10 is a specialist shoe for short distances (5 or 10K, for example), while the Adios Pro 4 was designed for the half-marathon and marathon.
In practice, the Takumi Sen 10 has a 33 mm heel stack height with a heel-to-toe drop of 6 mm, while the Adios Pro 4 has an even higher heel stack height of 39 mm, which is 1 mm less than the limit for official competitions. This is reflected in the weight: the Adios Pro weighs 0.2 oz/5 g more than the Takumi Sen.
Both shoes use the Energy Rods technology, a set of carbon fiber plates nested in the midsole to deliver an efficient impulse and maximize the running economy. Note, however, that the Takumi does not have a plate under the heel, unlike the Adios Pro.
The cushioning is soft with a responsive bounce for faster and easier propulsion in both cases. However, testers note that the trampoline effect is much more impressive on the Adios Pro 4.
In terms of foot lockdown, both the Takumi Sen and the Adios Pro use Celermesh, a very thin technical fabric with little structure. The lockdown seems slightly better on the Adios Pro 4.
Finally, note that the Adios Pro 4 is, according to runners, more versatile because it’s comfortable even at low to moderate speeds, unlike the Takumi Sen, which requires a reasonably fast pace to activate its full potential.
Takumi Sen or Adios Pro: Which One to Choose?
Overall, although their configurations are very similar, the Adios Pro 4 seems better because it’s more versatile and has much better cushioning and propulsion.
However, the Takumi Sen 10 will appeal to athletes looking for an even lighter shoe specifically for short distances. Plus, with a $70 difference for the same durability, it also offers better value for money.
Side-By-Side Comparison
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| Description | The Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 9 is a competition classic. Equipped with a carbon plate, this new version builds on the series legacy while significantly improving it. | The new Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 is still an elite shoe for marathon paces but it's become more accessible with softer, more stable cushioning. |
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| Terrain | Road | Road |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Heel stack height | 33 mm | 39 mm |
| Forefoot stack height | 27 mm | 32.5 mm |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 6.5 mm |
| Weight (men) | 181 g | 223 g |
| Weight (women) | 181 g | 223 g |
| Features | Carbon-fiber plate, Rocker | Carbon-fiber plate, Wide feet, Recycled materials, Rocker, Unisex |
| Athletes | Peres Jepchirchir, Kibiwott Kandie | |
| Release year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Technologies | ||
| Outsole | Continental | Continental |
| Midsole | Lightstrike Pro, ENERGYRODS | Lightstrike Pro, Energy Rods |
| Upper | Primegreen | Celermesh |
| Cushioning | ||
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Responsiveness | High | High |
| Use | ||
| Distance | Short, 5K, Mid, 10K, Half marathon | Mid, Half marathon, Long, Marathon |
| Speed | Moderate, Fast | Moderate, Fast |
| Workouts | Racing | Racing |
