Adidas Duramo Speed vs ASICS Excite 11
On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo Speed, the ASICS Excite 11 is 27 g heavier, 4.8 mm more drop, 9.2 mm more heel stack, ₹5,500 pricier, Ride −1.5.
 AdidasDuramo Speed |  ASICSExcite 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 9.00 | 7.50 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 7.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 9.5 | 7.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹2,485 | ₹8,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 263 g | 290 g |
| Heel stack | 29 mm | 38.2 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 23 mm | 27.4 mm |
| Drop | 6 mm | 10.8 mm |
| Foam | – | AmpliFoam Plus |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | – |
| Fit | wide | standard |
| Sizing | true to size | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | 60–90 kg | Men 70 to 85 kg; women about 20 to 25 kg less. I weigh 72 kg. |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | TempoRace dayWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalking |
| Pros | Durable · Responsive · Wider forefoot | Plush, soft AmpliFoam Plus with more stack · Excellent shock absorption · Snug, comfortable upper with a higher toe box · Superb heel counter and collar · Grippier outsole than the Excite 10 · Suits walking, standing and running up to a half marathon |
| Cons | Feels firm for the first 100 km | Runs small, go half a size up · Heavier, about 290 g in UK 8 · No energy return · Softer upper may tear if toes rub · Poor value at ₹5,000 next to the Nimbus 27 |
| Avoid if | You want a soft ride straight out of the box. It feels firm for the first 100 km. | Avoid it at ₹5,000 or more, when the Nimbus 27 and other shoes give much better value. |
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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Excite 11
The Excite 11 is a plusher, more protective beginner shoe than the Excite 10, and worth it at around ₹3,000 to ₹3,500. At ₹5,000, spend a little more on a Nimbus 27 or another shoe that gives far better value.
Avoid if: Avoid it at ₹5,000 or more, when the Nimbus 27 and other shoes give much better value.
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