Prateek Mishra

Founder and Author at Athletico

Kiprun Cushion 500

Kiprun Cushion 500 Review: Best Budget Running Shoe for Beginners

By / Leave a Comment / Kiprun, Running Shoes / April 22, 2025

Imagine slipping into a running shoe that feels like a trusted companion—soft underfoot, breathable, and sturdy enough to handle miles of pavement without emptying your wallet. That’s the promise of the Kiprun Cushion 500, the latest addition to Kiprun’s lineup of performance-driven yet accessible footwear. Known for innovations like the snappy KD900X.2, the marathon-ready KD900X LD …

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Kiprun KD900X.2

Kiprun KD900X.2 Review – All this $148?

By / 1 Comment / Kiprun, Running Shoes / May 3, 2025

When Kiprun launched the original KD900X, it disrupted the running world by offering race-ready specs at a fraction of the cost of premium competitors. Now, the French brand doubles down with the KD900X.2—a shoe that sharpens its predecessor’s edges while staying true to its mission of “accessible performance.” With a revamped midsole, sleeker design, and …

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nike vaporfly 4

Nike Vaporfly 4 Review: Refined Speed and Comfort

By / Leave a Comment / Nike, Running Shoes / April 16, 2025

Since its explosive debut in 2017, the Nike Vaporfly series has rewritten the rules of racing shoes, blending space-age tech with boundary-pushing performance. A trailblazer in the carbon-plated running shoe revolution, the Vaporfly line ignited an era where lightweight plates and superfoams became the key for speed. Loved by elites chasing records and everyday runners hunting PRs, …

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Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 Review

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 Review

By / Leave a Comment / Adidas, Running Shoes / April 2, 2025

Hey runners! Let’s talk about the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4—the latest weapon in Adidas’ racing arsenal. After two and a half years of dominating roads with the beloved Pro 3, Adidas didn’t rush this update. They took their time, tweaking, refining, and asking: “How do we make a near-perfect racer even better?” The answer? …

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ON Cloudboom Strike

ON Cloudboom Strike Review: Precision Racing Redefined

By / Leave a Comment / On, Running Shoes / March 24, 2025

The marathon shoe arena is crowded with bouncy super foams and aggressive carbon plates, but ON’s Cloudboom Strike takes a different approach. Instead of chasing max energy return, it blends Swiss-engineered precision with a balanced ride that feels both propulsive and controlled. Designed for race day but tempting enough for speed sessions, this shoe targets …

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Nike Zoom fly 6 review

Why the Nike Zoom Fly 6 Might Be Your Next Favorite Shoe

By / Leave a Comment / Nike, Running Shoes / March 10, 2025

Hey there, fellow runners! If you’ve been following Nike’s lineup, you’re probably familiar with the Zoom Fly series—a collection designed to bring that race-day excitement into our daily training. The latest in this lineup, the Nike Zoom Fly 6, has hit the shelves, and it’s turning heads for all the right reasons. After some mixed …

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KIPRUN Cushion 500

KIPRUN Cushion 500: Comfort and Performance at an Unbeatable Price

By / 1 Comment / Kiprun, News / March 3, 2025

In an exciting new release, KIPRUN introduces the Cushion 500, a running shoe meticulously designed to support runners of all levels. Whether you’re lacing up for a casual morning jog or building mileage for your next race, this shoe promises to deliver an unmatched combination of comfort, responsiveness, and value. Built for Every Runner Positioned …

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Diadora Nucleo 2 Review

Diadora Nucleo 2 Review: The Perfect Daily Trainer for Miles

By / Leave a Comment / Diadora, Running Shoes / February 28, 2025

Diadora, the renowned Italian sportswear brand, has been making significant strides in the running shoe market. Diadora Nucleo 2 builds upon the foundation set by its predecessor, aiming to provide runners with a blend of comfort, stability, and performance. The original Nucleo was celebrated for its cushioning and neutral support, making it a favorite among …

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Diadora Gara Carbon 2 review

Diadora Gara Carbon 2 Review: Lighter, Faster, Stronger!

By / 1 Comment / Diadora, Running Shoes / March 9, 2025

The Diadora Gara Carbon 2 is the latest evolution in Diadora’s lineup of high-performance running shoes, building upon the foundation set by its predecessor, the original Gara Carbon. While the first iteration garnered attention for its innovative use of carbon fiber technology, the Gara Carbon 2 takes it a step further with significant enhancements aimed at …

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On Cloudsurfer 2 review

On Cloudsurfer 2 Review: The Smoothest Ride or Just Hype?

By / 1 Comment / On, Running Shoes / February 16, 2025

The On Cloudsurfer series has carved a niche in the running world with its signature blend of Swiss precision, lightweight design, and adaptive cushioning. With the Cloudsurfer 2, On Running takes a bold leap forward, reimagining the shoe from the ground up. This latest iteration ditches the divisive Speedboard of its predecessor and introduces a …

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