Adidas Duramo Speed 2 vs Sega New Admire
On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo Speed 2, the Sega New Admire is 32 g heavier, ₹7,100 cheaper.
 AdidasDuramo Speed 2 |  SegaNew Admire | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 8 |
| Ride | 7 | 7 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 7 | 9 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹8,999 | ₹1,884 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 258 g | 290 g |
| Heel stack | 33 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 24.9 mm | – |
| Drop | 8.1 mm | – |
| Foam | Lightstrike | – |
| 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 | Long runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 85 kg+ | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Lightstrike foam is soft from the first 10 km · Light and versatile, from beginners to marathon training · More durable two-layer upper · Better traction from the new outsole · Eye-catching, also good for walking and casual wear | The only shoe in the battle with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable |
| Cons | Lower toe box than the first version, slight rubbing · Less breathable than the first version · Not for wide feet, pronation or ankle issues | Thick, tight upper |
| Avoid if | You have wide feet, pronation or ankle stability issues, plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems. | You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper. |
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: You have wide feet, pronation or ankle stability issues, 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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