Adidas Duramo SL 2 vs Sega New Admire
On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo SL 2, the Sega New Admire is ₹600 cheaper, Ride +1.
 AdidasDuramo SL 2 |  SegaNew Admire | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 6 | 8 |
| Ride | 6 | 7 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 6 | 9 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹2,519 | ₹1,884 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | – | 290 g |
| Heel stack | – | – |
| Forefoot stack | – | – |
| Drop | – | – |
| Foam | Lightmotion | – |
| Plate | – | nylon/Pebax plate |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | mild support |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | true to size | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalking | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Softer, balanced foam than the first version · Very light, breathable upper · Highly durable Adiwear outsole · Removable OrthoLite insole · Also a durable walking shoe | The only shoe in the battle with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable |
| Cons | Low drop loads ankles and calves · Not for wide feet or overpronation · India-made version has a different design | Thick, tight upper |
| Avoid if | You have wide feet, overpronate, or have plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems. | You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper. |
My verdicts
Adidas
Duramo SL 2
The Duramo SL 2 surprised me and is one of the budget shoes I liked most this year. Under ₹3,500 it is a great pick for beginners and also a durable walking shoe.
Avoid if: You have wide feet, overpronate, or have plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems.
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New Admire
Budget half-marathon racing: the only shoe here with a nylon plate, energetic, stable and extremely durable.
Avoid if: You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper.
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