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Adidas Duramo Speed vs ASICS Excite 10

On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo Speed, the ASICS Excite 10 is 5.8 mm more drop, 6.2 mm more heel stack.

Adidas Duramo SpeedAdidasDuramo SpeedASICS Excite 10ASICSExcite 10
Scores
Overall9.009.00
Ride8.58.5
Design & Comfort9.09.5
Value9.59.0
Price
Price₹2,485₹2,612
Specs
CategoryBudgetBudget
Weight263 g260 g
Heel stack29 mm35.2 mm
Forefoot stack23 mm23.4 mm
Drop6 mm11.8 mm
Foam––
Plate––
Fit
Supportneutralmild support
Fitwidewide
Sizingtrue to sizetrue to size
Recommended runner weight60–90 kg60–85 kg
Best for
Best forTempoRace dayWalkingRunners 90 kg+Easy runsBeginnersWalking
ProsDurable · Responsive · Wider forefootFirm heel counter · Plush heel padding · Comfy upper · Decent arch support · Wider forefoot · Durable
ConsFeels firm for the first 100 kmThin forefoot cushioning
Avoid ifYou want a soft ride straight out of the box. It feels firm for the first 100 km.You want plenty of cushioning under the forefoot.

My verdicts

Adidas

Duramo Speed

Racing from 100 m to 5K and 10K: light, responsive and durable.

Avoid if: You want a soft ride straight out of the box. It feels firm for the first 100 km.

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ASICS

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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