Action Athleo Turbo-501 vs Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+
On paper, compared with the Action Athleo Turbo-501, the Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+ is 20 g lighter.
ActionAthleo Turbo-501 | Red TapePegasus / Flow+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.00 | 8.67 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 9.0 | 10.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹1,022 | ₹1,317 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 300 g | 280 g |
| Heel stack | – | – |
| Forefoot stack | – | – |
| Drop | – | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | wide |
| Sizing | go up half | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | 60–85 kg | 60–90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginners | Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft and responsive · Stable · Durable | Durable, responsive TPU midsole · Wider forefoot |
| Cons | Heavy · Narrow forefoot | No runner's-knot eyelet · Little ankle support for beginners |
| Avoid if | You want a light shoe or have wide feet. It also runs slightly small. | You are a beginner who needs ankle support, or you use a runner's knot. |
My verdicts
Action
Athleo Turbo-501
The only shoe here with a truly balanced midsole: soft yet responsive, stable and durable.
Avoid if: You want a light shoe or have wide feet. It also runs slightly small.
Read reviewRed Tape
Pegasus / Flow+
Half-marathon racing at this price: a durable, responsive TPU midsole with a wider forefoot.
Avoid if: You are a beginner who needs ankle support, or you use a runner's knot.
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