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ASICS Dynablast 5 vs Nike Winflo 12

On paper, compared with the ASICS Dynablast 5, the Nike Winflo 12 is 22 g heavier, Ride +1.

ASICS Dynablast 5ASICSDynablast 5Nike Winflo 12NikeWinflo 12
Scores
Overall7.008.67
Ride7.08.0
Design & Comfort7.59.0
Value6.59.0
Price
Price₹6,599₹6,746
Specs
CategoryDaily trainerDaily trainer
Weight264 g286 g
Heel stack36 mm–
Forefoot stack28 mm–
Drop8 mm–
FoamFF Blast+–
Plate––
Fit
Support–neutral
Fitnarrow–
Sizing––
Recommended runner weightUp to about 85 kg–
Best for
Best forEasy runsTempoEasy runs
ProsFirm, responsive and protective ride · Handles slow to fast paces · DurableWide, stable platform · Breathable mesh upper (fixes the Winflo 11's heat) · Gusseted tongue and strong inner lining · Excellent for walking and casual wear · Fair launch price
ConsLacks excitement at slower paces · Tapered, snug upper · Slightly overpricedNo bounce · Not as soft as expected · Soft outsole rubber may wear fast and lose wet grip
Avoid ifYou want a spacious toe box and a breathable upper.You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet.

My verdicts

ASICS

Dynablast 5

Does everything, from slow runs to faster ones.

Avoid if: You want a spacious toe box and a breathable upper.

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Nike

Winflo 12

The best budget Nike in years: a wide, stable, protective daily trainer for beginners and slow runners, and a superb walking and casual shoe.

Avoid if: You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet.

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