ASICS Gel Pulse 16 vs Sega New Admire
On paper, compared with the ASICS Gel Pulse 16, the Sega New Admire is 50 g heavier, ₹1,500 cheaper.
ASICSGel Pulse 16 | SegaNew Admire | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 9.00 | 8.00 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 6.5 |
| Value | 9.5 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹3,401 | ₹1,884 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 240 g | 290 g |
| Heel stack | 36.5 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 26.3 mm | – |
| Drop | 10.2 mm | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | nylon/Pebax plate |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | mild support |
| Fit | narrow | narrow |
| Sizing | true to size | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | 60–90 kg | 60–85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Soft, max-cushion midsole · Very comfortable | The only shoe here with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable |
| Cons | Narrow forefoot · Little energy return | Thick, tight upper |
| Avoid if | You have a wide forefoot or want a bouncy, energetic ride. | You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Gel Pulse 16
The best budget max-cushion shoe for beginners: soft and very comfortable.
Avoid if: You have a wide forefoot or want a bouncy, energetic ride.
Read reviewSega
New Admire
Budget half-marathon racing: the only shoe here with a nylon plate, energetic, stable and extremely durable.
Avoid if: You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper.
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