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Adidas Pureboost 5
Saucony Ride 17
Adidas Pureboost 5AdidasPureboost 5Saucony Ride 17SauconyRide 17
Scores
Overall7.678.33
Ride8.08.0
Design & Comfort7.09.0
Value8.08.0
Price
Price₹4,549₹6,000
Specs
CategoryDaily trainerDaily trainer
Weight260 g281 g
Heel stack–35.1 mm
Forefoot stack–26.6 mm
Drop–8.5 mm
FoamLight BoostPWRRUN+
Plate––
Fit
Supportneutral–
Fitwidewide
Sizing–true to size
Recommended runner weightAll runners, including heavy (90 kg+)Up to about 90 kg
Best for
Best forEasy runsLong runsBeginnersRunners 90 kg+Easy runsLong runsBeginners
ProsBalanced, bouncy Light Boost with good energy return · Bounce is still there at slow paces · 10/10 step-in comfort · Thin, breathable upper · Spot-on heel lockdown and snug midfoot · Wide, stable forefoot for beginners · Expected 600–800 km durability · Excellent value under ₹6,000Textbook daily trainer qualities · Moderate heel lock and comfortable padding · Snug midfoot with a wide, stable platform · True to size with good toe room · Amazing breathability · Balanced PWRRUN+ foam with energy return from 4:30 to 10:00/km · Outsole like new after 200 km, at least 800 km expected · Great value at ₹6,000–7,000
ConsCan feel flat after about 18 km at slow pace · Traction a bit lower than premium Adidas models · Lower stack than premium daily trainers · Not worth the ₹12,000 retail priceNot a speed shoe below 4:30/km · Spacious toe box may not suit narrow feet · Poor availability in India · Hard to verify authenticity online · Wet traction only slightly above average
Avoid ifAvoid it at the ₹12,000 retail price, or if you need full cushioning beyond about 18 km at slow paces.Avoid it if you want a speed shoe for running under 4:30/km or a sub-3:30 marathon.