ASICS GT-2000 14 vs New Balance 860 v14
On paper, compared with the ASICS GT-2000 14, the New Balance 860 v14 is 33 g heavier, ₹5,600 cheaper, Ride +0.5.
 ASICSGT-2000 14 |  New Balance860 v14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.83 | 8.17 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.5 | 8.0 |
| Value | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹11,199 | ₹5,557 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 273 g | 306 g |
| Heel stack | 36.5 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 28.5 mm | – |
| Drop | 8 mm | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | nylon/Pebax plate |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | stability |
| Fit | – | narrow |
| Sizing | – | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | – | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalking | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | – | Bounce and energy return rare in a stability shoe · Strong, traditional stability: wide platform, raised medial foam, plate · Premium engineered mesh upper and build · Thick outsole with good traction · Foam expected to last 1,000 km · Great value at ₹6,000–9,000 |
| Cons | – | Runs about a full size small · Snug fit even after sizing up · Not for fast paces around 4:00/km |
| Avoid if | – | Avoid it if you want a shoe for fast running around 4:00/km pace. |
My verdicts
ASICS
GT-2000 14
The best beginner shoe with moderate support — softer and bouncier than before. The upper needs more breathability, and the shoe could be lighter overall.
Read reviewNew Balance
860 v14
The 860v14 is one of the best shoes for flat feet and overpronation, and for me it beat the Kayano with extra bounce and stability. I give it 9 out of 10 overall, and at ₹6,000–9,000 it is a highly recommended buy.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want a shoe for fast running around 4:00/km pace.
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