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Supernova Prima 2vsGel-Kayano 32
The Supernova Prima 2 and Gel-Kayano 32 are both recovery / easy run shoes built for road running. The Supernova Prima 2 retails for $160 while the Gel-Kayano 32 comes in at $165 — a $5 difference. The Supernova Prima 2 is the lighter shoe at 9.8 oz versus 10.7 oz for the Gel-Kayano 32. Both score 9.2/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.2 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $160✓ | $165 | |
| Weight | 9.8 oz✓ | 10.7 oz | |
| Category | Recovery / Easy Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 39 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Warm | Medium✓ | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Very Good✓ |
