Adidas

Adidas Duramo Speed 2

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Ranked #11 in Running Shoes
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The Duramo Speed 2 is marketed as a budget trainer but is criticized for being too soft and lacking long-term durability.

Consolidated from 32 cited sources across 29 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

  • 21 positive sources
  • 8 mixed sources
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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 2 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Too soft and lacking durability for serious mileage.

Flagged 13 September 2026

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Pros & cons

  • ✓ Roughly half the price of the mid-tier leaders
  • ✓ A legitimate, no-drama daily trainer
  • ✓ RunRepeat's budget roundups rate the Duramo line as the best budget-class running option
  • ✗ Too soft for longer runs
  • ✗ Lacks long-term durability
  • ✗ Lower raw performance ceiling than the shoes ranked above it

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 3 articles, 25 video reviews and 4 community sources

21 positive sources

I r/indianrunners u/gxdlxdoom · owner
Just get the Duramo Speed 2 or the Duramo Speed 2 IKD those are comparatively newer releases. Although midsole might be the same in all of them which is Lightstrike. Unlike the SL2 that has Lightstrike Pro sandwiched in between.
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M Manual da Corrida Manual da Corrida · 151K subscribers · Feb 2025
O "baratinho" de velocidade da Adidas!
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I Instagram Instagram post
Balaji Manoharan tested the adidas Duramo Speed 2 in a 30km run, noting its lightweight build and breathable upper suit 5K and 10K races well. Reviewers highlight the Lightstrike midsole for balanced.
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T TÊNIS1MINUTO TÊNIS1MINUTO · 84K subscribers · Oct 2025
And the winner of this latest episode of Tuesday's fight is the Adidas Duramo Speed 2. But look, if you call VAR, they'll rule it a technical foul. The Flitwood Max week continues today with Dipsy. Fight.
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S Speed starts with the right pair. Facebook post
Meet the Adidas Duramo Speed 2 Red/White—lightweight, responsive, and built for runners who want comfort without compromising performance.
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P Por VRR Por VRR · 67.2K subscribers · Jan 2025
Okay, so this might be the best value shoes of 2025, friends! It's the Duramo Speed 2 from Adidas.
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B Budget Evo SL? 👟🔥 Instagram post
Overall, one shoe that does it all – without burning your wallet 💯
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R RUN FAQ RUN FAQ · 40.1K subscribers · Apr 2025
New Adidas Duramo SL Speed 2 shoes look amazing, feature great technologies, and offer smart solutions to make running feel joyful.
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J JOGGERS JOURNAL (Hindi) JOGGERS JOURNAL (Hindi) · 32.1K subscribers · Apr 2026
The highlight of this foam is that it provides soft cushioning as well as moderate bounce. Like every EVF foam, it takes a few kilometers to open up. After which the cushioning of Speed Two comes to the fore. The second like is stability. Light strike foam comes to the software end. Durometer score is 25.
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T Tênis Com Ciência Tênis Com Ciência · 30.2K subscribers · Apr 2025
Um tênis que chega com preço mais acessível, mas que entregou mais do que muita gente imagina.
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J Jha Reviews Jha Reviews · 9.7K subscribers · Mar 2026
Whether you are training for your first 10k or just need a reliable daily trainer for the road, this shoe offers incredible value.
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J Jha Reviews Jha Reviews · 9.7K subscribers · Dec 2025
For runners searching for a reliable workhorse that lasts hundreds of miles, the Duramo Speed 2 is one of the best budget options on the market.
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G Gillang Gratiana Gillang Gratiana · 5.6K subscribers · Aug 2025
These shoes are quite sought after by runners because their shape is quite similar to the Adidas Adi Zero Boston 13. You can see here that the shape of the curve on the mid is almost the same. Although of course the Duramo Speed 2 will clearly not be the same as the perchase or be able to replace the Adidas Adizero. However, it can be an alternative for beginner runners who want to start running
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G Gillang Gratiana Gillang Gratiana · 5.6K subscribers · Jan 2026
In terms of experience, these shoes are comfortable and there are no problems when used regularly for daily training. For long runs, I actually also used it to run a distance of 11 km. However, for a more detailed experience, I will try the Adidas Duramo Speed 2 again for a 10 km run. Disclaimer before, here I am not a professional athlete or runner.
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E EL DIARIO DE UNA BICICLETA EL DIARIO DE UNA BICICLETA · 5.5K subscribers · Dec 2025
I present to you my Adidas Duramo Speed 2. Uh, it's a size 46.2. I highly recommend it. Okay, here are the specifications. I've had her running for about 3 months, roughly 26 km per week. I am 1.83 meters tall and weigh 87 kg. Well, the best thing about it is its sole. Its sole, as you will see from the specification, is its midsole quite wide, eh, 28.4 in the palm part of the foot.
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M Mauri Garzón Mauri Garzón · 2.8K subscribers · Apr 2025
So it will give us a slightly smoother transition that perhaps won't put as much strain on certain parts of the legs. That's a difference I've noticed. As you can see in the structure of the shoe, specifically the upper, it 's obviously not the same size. This one is a bit smaller. The upper has a new synthetic upper, and it's changed. We have different, more visible reinforcements.
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B Benjie Moreno Benjie Moreno · 2.1K subscribers · Oct 2025
I think this is one of the most versatile that I own. If you're new to this channel, we review tax car stuff in here and we plugged in running since it is amazing. Aside from cycling, I would say cycling first running is somewhere in that nature. But but so my goal here is that I can share my experience and saving you money at the same time, not overspending.
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T TechSage Pro TechSage Pro · 1.5K subscribers · Dec 2025
Overall, the Adidas Duramo Speed 2 is a fantastic option for runners who prioritize lightweight performance. They're comfortable, responsive, and offer good traction. If you're looking to shave off some time or just want a shoe that feels like it's barely there, these are definitely worth checking out. They might just become your new go-to for speed work and race day.
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G GM Tech GM Tech · 493 subscribers · Jun 2026
This is arguably the lightest daily trainer in its class, weighing in at just under 9 oz. What makes the Duramo Speed 2 a standout in the US and international markets is its versatility. It's firm enough for tempo runs and interval training on the track, yet has enough protection for a 10K road race.
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D DeportesQue DeportesQue · 265 subscribers · Jun 2026
As an expert who knows the product inside and out, let me tell you that these Adidas running shoes are the perfect solution to those very common aches and pains .
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T THESHOESHOW THESHOESHOW · 2 subscribers · Jan 2026
If you are looking for a lightweight, affordable daily trainer that can handle speed, this might just be the shoe for you. Let's get these out of the box and see what they have to offer!
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8 mixed sources

R RunRepeat - Athletic shoe reviews Carlos Sánchez · reviewer
We love bold, highly visible reflective elements in any running shoe, so we were pleased to see the three stripes light up on the Duramo Speed 2. It adds a welcome safety boost, especially since many adidas models still skip this feature.
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T TÊNIS1MINUTO TÊNIS1MINUTO · 84K subscribers · Aug 2025
I give Adidas a 7.5 rating and the Olympics an 8. I suggest adding one number for Duramo and your usual number for Volta. The comfort and cushioning are very similar, with a slight advantage for the Light Strike foam. But the foam is top-notch, it's not far behind. I give the Adidas a score of 8.5 and the Olympics a score of 8. The race experience was a difficult decision to make.
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R RunWithBala RunWithBala · 16.5K subscribers · Dec 2025
Overall, one shoe that does it all – without burning your wallet 💯
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D Daniel Ferreira Daniel Ferreira · 16.4K subscribers · Jan 2025
It's a very comfortable shoe; it fits my feet very well. And I see that if your foot isn't like mine, if it's thin and low, you can buy your usual size without any problem. Regarding fit, we have a shoe that's easy to put on, with very good and soft laces. Now, the problem is the tongue, which is very thin.
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D Dr Cy (The Running Doc) Dr Cy (The Running Doc) · 9.2K subscribers · Jul 2025
However, I personally tail towards the Nike, especially with the colorway that I got. But what do you think? Which shoe do you think looks better? Visually, the Speed 2 is slightly bigger. The stack height for the Duramo Speed is 34.9 mm in the heel, 28.4 mm in the foreoot, giving a 6 mm heel to toe drop.
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T Trilha da Corrida Trilha da Corrida · 8.6K subscribers · May 2025
I want to make it very clear to you that cushioning is not the strong point of these two shoes. The Durama SL2 features the Light Motion, which is an intermediate midsole.
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J Jbagasa Jbagasa · 3.3K subscribers · Feb 2026
This is not superus. So it's not the top level for running. But I chose it for beginners. So he said this was a good fit. So I chose Duramo Speed 2. Then this is the size, the US size is 12. The European size is 462/3, right? So yes, that's the range because my feet are 4546.
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D DailyRunningCo DailyRunningCo · 258 subscribers · Dec 2025
It does not fit my wide feet well which probably due to the change in upper materials as well.
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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #11 of 17 on our running shoes tier list, in D tier. That placement draws on 32 cited sources across 29 outlets.

None of the 29 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Too soft for longer runs. Lacks long-term durability. Lower raw performance ceiling than the shoes ranked above it.

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