Diadora Frequenza
A light, flexible Italian-made uptempo trainer with bouncy supercritical Anima foam and no plate. RTR testers scored it 9.4/10 for its versatility across easy and fast paces. The soft heel can feel unstable for some, and it is priced at the premium end.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack30 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for
Reach for the Diadora Frequenza for everyday training miles and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Daily trainingSpeed work
Pros
- Light and lively supercritical foam
- Handles easy and uptempo work
- Premium Italian build quality
- Pricey for an unplated trainer
- Soft heel lacks stability for some
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability58
Popularity52
Price60
Versatility52
Lightness84
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$180Price (MSRP)
30 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
8.2 ozMen's weight
7.2 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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