ASICS GT-1000 13 vs New Balance 860 v15
On paper, compared with the ASICS GT-1000 13, the New Balance 860 v15 is 53 g heavier, 2.7 mm less drop, 6.3 mm more heel stack, ₹12,800 pricier, Ride +3.
 ASICSGT-1000 13 |  New Balance860 v15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 5 | 8 |
| Ride | 5 | 8 |
| Design & Comfort | 6 | 7 |
| Value | 5 | 8 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹4,179 | ₹16,999 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 276 g | 329 g |
| Heel stack | 33.7 mm | 40 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 25 mm | 34 mm |
| Drop | 8.7 mm | 6 mm |
| Foam | AMPLIFOAM Plus | Fresh Foam X |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | stability |
| Fit | wide | – |
| Sizing | – | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | Lighter runners (under about 70 kg) | Up to 120 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | BeginnersWalking | – |
| Pros | Premium-feeling materials for the price · Moderate, non-intrusive 3D Guidance support · Wide platform for a stable ride · Smooth heel-to-toe transition · Amazing step-in comfort, superb walking shoe | One of the most protective max-cushion shoes · Rocker eased my plantar fasciitis · Great for flat feet |
| Cons | Midsole lacks impact protection, ankles and calves worked extra · Not enough for excessive overpronation · Very flexible, durability doubtful · Not worth the retail price | Heavier · Not responsive · Runs half a size small |
| Avoid if | You are a serious runner wanting a ₹5,000 shoe that lasts 800 km, or you overpronate excessively. | Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small. |
My verdicts
ASICS
GT-1000 13
The GT-1000 13 does its job for light, beginner runners who slightly overpronate, and it is a great walking shoe, but the midsole did not protect me well. I would not buy it at retail, only at around ₹4,000–4,500.
Avoid if: You are a serious runner wanting a ₹5,000 shoe that lasts 800 km, or you overpronate excessively.
Read reviewNew Balance
860 v15
Its rocker did the bending for me, which really helped my plantar fasciitis in the early days. One of the most protective cushioned shoes for plantar fasciitis, flat feet and other foot issues. Look for it at ₹12,000–13,000.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small.
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