The Adidas Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro and New Balance TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 are both neutral road running shoes with firm, responsive cushioning. The Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro costs about $170 less (from $120).
Bottom line: Pick the Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro if you want to spend less; pick the TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 if you want the more widely reviewed shoe.
New Balance
TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6
4.4 (123)
$289.99
Shop at New Balance→ Colors & full specs →Specs side by side
| Spec | Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro | TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120 | $289.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (13 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (123 reviews) |
| Weight | 7 oz | 6.8 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | — |
| Heel stack height | 37 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Firm / Responsive | Firm / Responsive |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | None | Carbon |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and New Balance, checked 2026-11-02. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro if…
- you want to spend less
Get the TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 if…
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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