Elevar Arc Racer vs Sega New Admire
On paper, compared with the Elevar Arc Racer, the Sega New Admire is 20 g lighter, ₹2,100 cheaper.
 ElevarArc Racer |  SegaNew Admire | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 8 |
| Ride | 7 | 7 |
| Design & Comfort | 6 | 7 |
| Value | 9 | 9 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹3,990 | ₹1,884 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 310 g | 290 g |
| Heel stack | 30 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 20 mm | – |
| Drop | 10 mm | – |
| Foam | TPU (Ride foam) | – |
| Plate | – | nylon/Pebax plate |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | mild support |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | true to size | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 85 kg+ | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Real TPU foam at ₹4,000 · Very soft, comfy midsole that is not squishy · Very soft, stretchy knit upper, no blisters over a half marathon · Thick outsole, no wear after 50 km, good wet traction · Quick, helpful exchange from the brand | The only shoe in the battle with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable |
| Cons | Weird fit, I had to go up a size · Stiff, padded tongue section makes it hard to get the foot in · Low energy return · Heavy at about 310 g in UK 9 | Thick, tight upper |
| Avoid if | You want energy return for running faster than 6 min/km; a lighter shoe like the Pureboost 5 suits better. | You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper. |
My verdicts
Elevar
Arc Racer
At ₹4,000 I would buy it with my eyes closed for beginners, slow runners, walking and all-day standing. Just get the size right, because the fit is its one big letdown.
Avoid if: You want energy return for running faster than 6 min/km; a lighter shoe like the Pureboost 5 suits better.
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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