Adidas Duramo Speed 2 vs ASICS Excite 10
On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo Speed 2, the ASICS Excite 10 is 3.7 mm more drop, 2.2 mm more heel stack, Ride +1.
 AdidasDuramo Speed 2 |  ASICSExcite 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.17 | 9.00 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 9.5 |
| Value | 7.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | – | ₹3,074 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 258 g | 260 g |
| Heel stack | 33 mm | 35.2 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 24.9 mm | 23.4 mm |
| Drop | 8.1 mm | 11.8 mm |
| Foam | Lightstrike | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | mild support |
| Fit | standard | wide |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 90 kg | 60–85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsBeginnersWalking | Easy runsBeginnersWalking |
| Pros | Lightstrike foam is soft from the first 10 km · Slightly energetic ride · Light and versatile, from beginners to marathon training · More durable two-layer upper · New outsole pattern gives extra traction · Eye-catching design, also good for walking and casual wear | Firm heel counter · Plush heel padding · Comfy upper · Decent arch support · Wider forefoot · Durable |
| Cons | Lower toe box with less room to splay than the first version · Slight rubbing in the toe box · Less breathable than the first version · Not for wide feet or runners with pronation or ankle issues | Thin forefoot cushioning |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you have wide feet, pronation or ankle stability issues, plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems. | You want plenty of cushioning under the forefoot. |
My verdicts
Adidas
Duramo Speed 2
If you want an Evo SL-like shoe under ₹5,000, this is your only option. It is an amazing, versatile trainer for beginners to marathoners, and if you find it under ₹5,000, buy it.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you have wide feet, pronation or ankle stability issues, plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems.
Read reviewASICS
Excite 10
The best beginner shoe at this price: a firm heel counter, plush heel padding, a comfy upper and decent arch support.
Avoid if: You want plenty of cushioning under the forefoot.
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