adidas Supernova Solution 3 vs ASICS Gel-Kayano 33
On paper, compared with the adidas Supernova Solution 3, the ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 is 2 mm less drop, 3 mm more heel stack, ₹2,000 pricier.
 adidasSupernova Solution 3 |  ASICSGel-Kayano 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.33 | 8.33 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹14,999 | ₹16,999 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 296 g | 300 g |
| Heel stack | 36 mm | 39 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 28 mm | 31 mm |
| Drop | 10 mm | 8 mm |
| Foam | Dreamstrike+ | FF Blast Max (top) + FF Blast Plus Eco (base) |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | stability |
| Fit | wide | standard |
| Sizing | true to size | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to 90 kg | Up to 90 kg (durability is questionable above that) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | – | Long runsRace dayBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft and responsive · Most relaxed, non-intrusive support system (Guide Your Ride) · Widest toe box among my support shoes (75.3 mm) | Soft, bouncy FF Blast Max top layer on a stable base · Plush heel and tongue padding · More breathable than the Kayano 32 · Comfortable on 20 km long runs · Safe option for a first full marathon |
| Cons | Moderate support may not work for everyone · Less PEBA and more EVA kills the fun ride after 15 km | Durability doubts for runners over 90 kg · About 20% less structure than the Kayano 32 · Not for wide feet in the standard width · Expensive at ₹17,000 |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you need strong support, because the support is moderate, or want the ride to stay fun past 15 km. | You are over 90 kg with flat feet, or overpronate heavily and dislike soft foam; the Kayano 32 suits you better. |
My verdicts
adidas
Supernova Solution 3
My first choice for beginners and moderate pronators if price is not a problem. Soft and responsive, with the most relaxed, non-intrusive support system I have tried (Guide Your Ride) and the widest toe box among my support shoes.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you need strong support, because the support is moderate, or want the ride to stay fun past 15 km.
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Gel-Kayano 33
This became my favourite Kayano of all the ones I have tested, and at ₹17,000 it is one of the safest full marathon shoes in India for most runners. Very heavy runners and severe overpronators who dislike soft foam should stick with the Kayano 32.
Avoid if: You are over 90 kg with flat feet, or overpronate heavily and dislike soft foam; the Kayano 32 suits you better.
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