Diadora Nucleo 2 GR

The Diadora Nucleo 2 GR is a lightweight, responsive running shoe with durable outsole and Anima midsole designed for trail, gravel and road training.

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€155

Pricier than 61% of shoes · category average €152

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Key specs

Weight: 320 g
Drop: 5 mm
Heel Stack: 37 mm
Forefoot Stack: 32 mm

Best for: Daily training, long runs, mixed surface running

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Strengths

Cushioning

Weak points

Lightness

Cushioning
37 mmTop 29%
Lightness
320 g
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
Affordability
$155Top 46%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€155

2025

320 g

Overview

Neutral Running Shoe

Gravel, grass, light trail and road surfaces

Daily training, long runs, mixed surface running

Cushioning

5 mm

37 mm

32 mm

Anima technology for responsive cushioning

Grip & protection

Duratech 5000 wear-resistant rubber compound

Upper & fit

DDATTIVO removable cushioned insole

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On the terrain

How Diadora Nucleo 2 GR should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

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Diadora Nucleo 2 GR							50

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Diadora Nucleo 2 GR68

Cushioning35/40
Lightness8/35
Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on lug depth, assumed average.

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The Diadora Nucleo 2 GR was released in 2025.

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Popular Comparisons

Compare the Diadora Nucleo 2 GR with other top trail running shoes from leading brands, including Diadora for the ultimate trail running experience.

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Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Strengths

Cushioning

Weak points

Lightness

Cushioning
37 mmTop 29%
Lightness
320 g
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
Affordability
$155Top 46%

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