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AdidasAdizero SL2 | AdidasDuramo Speed 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.00 | 7.17 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| Value | 8.5 | 7.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹12,000 | ₹8,999 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Budget |
| Weight | 240 g | 258 g |
| Heel stack | 35 mm | 33 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 25 mm | 24.9 mm |
| Drop | 10 mm | 8.1 mm |
| Foam | Lightstrike Pro sandwiched in Lightstrike | Lightstrike |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | go up half | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsTempoRace day | Long runsBeginnersWalking |
| Pros | Full-length Lightstrike Pro core with real energy return · Very light, about 240 g at US 9 · Highly breathable engineered mesh · Covers easy, long, tempo, track and race days · Excellent value at ₹6,000 to ₹8,000 | Lightstrike foam is soft from the first 10 km · Light and versatile, from beginners to marathon training · More durable two-layer upper · Better traction from the new outsole · Eye-catching, also good for walking and casual wear |
| Cons | Narrow heel and midfoot cut-out reduce stability · Not for very slow running or heel strikers · Runs narrow, I went half a size up · Not worth ₹12,000 retail | Lower toe box than the first version, slight rubbing · Less breathable than the first version · Not for wide feet, pronation or ankle issues |
| Avoid if | You are a heel striker, run very slowly, or need stability or ankle support. | You have wide feet, pronation or ankle stability issues, plantar fasciitis or Achilles problems. |

