Adidas Duramo Speed vs Cult Quasar
On paper, compared with the Adidas Duramo Speed, the Cult Quasar is Ride −1.
AdidasDuramo Speed | CultQuasar | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 9.00 | 7.50 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Value | 9.5 | 6.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹2,485 | ₹2,319 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 263 g | 260 g |
| Heel stack | 29 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 23 mm | – |
| Drop | 6 mm | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | wide | narrow |
| Sizing | true to size | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | 60–90 kg | 60–85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | TempoRace dayWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsBeginnersWalking |
| Pros | Durable · Responsive · Wider forefoot | Soft and stable · Breathable · Covers all the basics |
| Cons | Feels firm for the first 100 km | Less durable overall · Not for wide feet |
| Avoid if | You want a soft ride straight out of the box. It feels firm for the first 100 km. | You want a shoe that lasts many kilometres, or you have wide feet. |
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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Quasar
A soft, well-designed beginner shoe that covers all the basics. Only durability holds it back.
Avoid if: You want a shoe that lasts many kilometres, or you have wide feet.
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