Nike Downshifter 14 vs Sega New Admire
On paper, compared with the Nike Downshifter 14, the Sega New Admire is 25 g lighter, ₹1,800 cheaper, Ride +1.
NikeDownshifter 14 | SegaNew Admire | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 8 |
| Ride | 6 | 7 |
| Design & Comfort | 6 | 7 |
| Value | 8 | 9 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹3,671 | ₹1,884 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 315 g | 290 g |
| Heel stack | 31.1 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 23.7 mm | – |
| Drop | 7.4 mm | – |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | nylon/Pebax plate |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | 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 runsWalking | Long runsTempoRace day |
| Pros | Durable · Softer heel | The only shoe in the battle with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable |
| Cons | Thin forefoot cushioning · Narrow midfoot, not for wide feet | Thick, tight upper |
| Avoid if | You have wide feet, land on your forefoot or need midfoot support. | You run in heat and need a breathable, roomy upper. |
My verdicts
Nike
Downshifter 14
The best Nike for run/walk up to 5–10 km: the most durable, value-for-money Nike.
Avoid if: You have wide feet, land on your forefoot or need midfoot support.
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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