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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.

Nike Downshifter 14NikeDownshifter 14Sega New AdmireSegaNew Admire
Scores
Overall78
Ride67
Design & Comfort67
Value89
Price
Price₹3,671₹1,884
Specs
CategoryBudgetBudget
Weight315 g290 g
Heel stack31.1 mm–
Forefoot stack23.7 mm–
Drop7.4 mm–
Foam––
Plate–nylon/Pebax plate
Fit
Supportneutralmild support
Fitstandardstandard
Sizingtrue to sizetrue to size
Recommended runner weightUp to about 85 kgUp to about 85 kg
Best for
Best forEasy runsWalkingLong runsTempoRace day
ProsDurable · Softer heelThe only shoe in the battle with a nylon plate · Energetic and stable · Extremely durable
ConsThin forefoot cushioning · Narrow midfoot, not for wide feetThick, tight upper
Avoid ifYou 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.

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Sega

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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