ASICS GT-2000 13 vs Puma Velocity Nitro 4
On paper, compared with the ASICS GT-2000 13, the Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is 26 g lighter, 2.9 mm less heel stack, ₹2,000 pricier, Ride +1.
My take
Overpronation or ankle issues: GT-2000 13, and race in the shoe you trained in. Velocity Nitro 4 is faster but narrow, with no ankle support.
 ASICSGT-2000 13 |  PumaVelocity Nitro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.33 | 8.07 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 7.2 |
| Value | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹5,069 | ₹7,019 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 264 g | 238 g |
| Heel stack | 36.6 mm | 33.7 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 27.2 mm | 24 mm |
| Drop | 9.4 mm | 9.7 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | narrow |
| Sizing | go up half | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Under 85 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalking | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | FF Blast Plus midsole: stable, cushioned, with energy return · No break-in needed · Extra heel softness from PureGEL · Moderate, non-intrusive 3D Guidance support · Wide, stable platform · Premium, breathable engineered mesh upper · Strong heel counter, padding and tongue · Thick, durable outsole rubber · Light at 260 g (US 9) · Excellent value at ₹5,000–6,500 | Energetic, responsive ride · Lightweight with excellent grip · Best value in this test |
| Cons | Snug, narrow forefoot, needs half a size up · Thick, not very soft upper mesh · Short laces, runner's knot came loose · Below-average traction on wet surfaces · Not for interval or speed sessions · Not enough for heavy runners or severe overpronators | Narrow midfoot |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you weigh over 85 kg or overpronate heavily, where the Kayano 31 is the better choice. | You pronate or have a wider foot. |
My verdicts
ASICS
GT-2000 13
For me the GT-2000 13 is the best lightweight moderate-stability shoe on the market and one of the best shoes under ₹6,000. Beginners and flat-footed runners under 85 kg can buy it with their eyes closed, as long as they size up for the snug forefoot.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you weigh over 85 kg or overpronate heavily, where the Kayano 31 is the better choice.
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Velocity Nitro 4
The best daily trainer in this test: fast, lively and the best value of the eight.
Avoid if: You pronate or have a wider foot.
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