The Next Evolution of the adidas $500 Running Shoe is Here

For serious runners, no price is too high to pay for a personal best. After all, what’s a few hundred dollars compared to countless mornings waking up early, portioning protein, and pushing the body to its limits? At least that’s what adidas is banking on with the Adizero Prime X Evo, the next step in performance racing from The Three Stripes.

The adidas Adizero Prime X Evo White Black is designed for runners looking to get the most out of every step, combining an ultra-light mesh textile upper with a 50mm stack of Lightsrike Pro Evo foam on top of a grippy rubber outsole for the German brand’s most advanced mix of comfort and speed yet.

We’ve seen adidas release $500 running shoes through the Evo performance series in the past with the Adios Pro Evo 1 and its sequel, the Adios Pro Evo 2. This time around, the shoe adds a first-of-its-kind internal energy rim for added support. Built as a concept shoe to beat the 100km world record as part of the Chasing 100 project, the shoe is outside of World Athletics regulations and cannot be worn in competition.

The adidas Adizero Prime X Evo White Black will be released February 1, 2026 through adidas and select specialty running shops in-store and online. Available in unisex sizing, the retail price is set at $500. For all the latest adidas running news and drop info, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.