New Balance 860 v15 vs Saucony Tempus 2
On paper, compared with the New Balance 860 v15, the Saucony Tempus 2 is 69 g lighter, 4.1 mm more drop, 3.2 mm less heel stack, ₹12,900 cheaper.
 New Balance860 v15 |  SauconyTempus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8 | 8 |
| Ride | 8 | 8 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 8 | 8 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹16,999 | ₹4,075 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 329 g | 260 g |
| Heel stack | 40 mm | 36.8 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 34 mm | 26.7 mm |
| Drop | 6 mm | 10.1 mm |
| Foam | Fresh Foam X | PWRRUN PB and PWRRUN blend |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | stability | mild support |
| Fit | – | standard |
| Sizing | go up half | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to 120 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | – | WalkingRunners 85 kg+ |
| Pros | One of the most protective max-cushion shoes · Rocker eased my plantar fasciitis · Great for flat feet | Softest stability shoe I have tried · Good rebound for a stability shoe · Light, about 260 g in US 9 · Gusseted tongue and strong heel clip · Versatile: one shoe for all training |
| Cons | Heavier · Not responsive · Runs half a size small | Outsole durability doubtful beyond 500 km · Tight medial side, raised arch may irritate neutral or high arches · Unsure grip on loose gravel · Not for wide feet in the standard width |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small. | You are a neutral runner or have high arches. |
My verdicts
New 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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Tempus 2
The Tempus 2 is the softest stability shoe I have tried, light and versatile, and at ₹7,000 to ₹9,000 one of the best value stability options. Avoid it if you are a neutral runner or have high arches.
Avoid if: You are a neutral runner or have high arches.
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