Asics Running Shoes Reviews

Asics is the Japanese giant of running shoes. The Asics name is an acronym of the latin motto "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" which is "Healty Mind in a Healty Body". Founded in 1949 by Kirachiro Onitsuka. Asics makes some of the most popular running shoes worldwide, from the cushioned Cumulus and Nimbus to the stability Kayano and GT series. Asics' lineup of running shoes is impressive: being the focus sport for the company, they have plenty of options to fit many different runners.

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ASICS Metaspeed Sky Tokyo - white bg
Weight
6 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is a firm-riding racer with a stiff carbon plate that's best suited to half marathons or shorter races. The Tokyo version is slightly softer than its predecessor but a...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
9.2 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel-Cumulus 27 is a cushioned daily trainer that can be used as an everyday training shoe for most runners of all abilities. While very little has changed in terms of the composition of the...” Read expert review
Larry Lam
Runner with decades of experience
Weight
8.3 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS S4+ Yogiri is a firm marathon racer that feels more like a speed trainer. While it’s significantly cheaper and more stable than most flagship super shoes, it doesn’t deliver as much...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
11 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Trail
“The ASICS Trabuco Max 4 can be a good companion for a long training run on easy to moderate trails. But any run that requires speed or challenging terrain is best left to other shoes. ” Read expert review
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Weight
10.4 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel-Nimbus 27 is a highly cushioned and stable daily trainer for runners of all kinds. Regardless of your running ability, this shoe can range from a do-it-all, everyday shoe or as a...” Read expert review
Larry Lam
Runner with decades of experience
Weight
9.7 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“Gel-Contend 9 is a low-cushion, efficient neutral shoe that's well-made for mixing running into strength workouts. Contend meets the needs of most low-mileage runners and those looking for a snappy...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
Experienced Runner and Stability Shoe Expert
Weight
9.4 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Road
“The ASICS GT-2000 13 is a stability trainer that offers the line's characteristic durability and support, with more comfort this year than past models. With increased comfort comes a more stable but...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
Experienced Runner and Stability Shoe Expert
Weight
8.7 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS Novablast 5 is an excellent, versatile daily trainer and the best Novablast version to date. The new FF Blast Max midsole made from POE is a significant improvement over the EVA midsoles of...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
9.9 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS GlideRide Max is a high stack daily trainer that can handle those long runs and the daily miles. With a price tag that is lower than the ASICS Superblast, this can be a valuable option if...” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
7.5 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Asics Noosa Tri 16 is lightweight, comfortable, and affordable shoe. It is definitely an eye catcher. People will definitely wonder what you are wearing with these funky colorways. The only...” Read expert review
Justin Alpaugh
Ultrarunner and running shoes expert.