ASICS Contend 4B+ vs Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+ 3
On paper, compared with the ASICS Contend 4B+, the Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+ 3 is Ride +4.
 ASICSContend 4B+ |  Red TapePegasus / Flow+ 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 6.83 | 10.00 |
| Ride | 6.0 | 10.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 10.0 |
| Value | 7.5 | 10.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | – | ₹1,084 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | – | 280 g |
| Heel stack | – | – |
| Forefoot stack | – | – |
| Drop | – | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | – | wide |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 90 kg | 60–85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | – | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Extremely durable foam, outsole and upper · Very thick, grippy outsole rubber · Strong upper with overlays and leather panels · Built for rough terrain, rain or sun · Under ₹2,000 | Durable, responsive TPU midsole · Normal upper with improved lockdown (the Flow+ has a sock-like upper) · Runner's-knot eyelet added |
| Cons | Firm foam with little softness · Legs may hurt for the first month on roads · Overlays add weight · May not suit runners with past injuries | – |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you have past injuries and want soft, protective foam for road running. | – |
My verdicts
ASICS
Contend 4B+
If you want a very durable shoe under ₹2,000 and can adjust to its firmness for the first month, try the Contend 4B+. If you have past injuries and want soft foam, I am not sure it will suit you.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you have past injuries and want soft, protective foam for road running.
Read reviewRed Tape
Pegasus / Flow+ 3
The perfect half-marathon shoe: an improved Flow+ with a normal upper, better lockdown and a runner's-knot eyelet.
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