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.

196 matching reviews   Clear Filters

Search

Filter

Asics Gel Flux 5
Weight
10.70 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel-Flux 5 brings a total redesign to the Gel-Flux series, including the signature GEL rearfoot cushioning system and guidance systems in the midsole.   The shoe competes as a...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
oz.
Drop
9 mm.
Category
Stability
“The ASICS GT-1000 7 combines a supportive upper with a stable base to deliver a comfortable ride that feels fast. The slimmed-up feel and lower drop will better appeal to neutral runners, yet the...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
Weight
11.85 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Stability
“The Asics Kayano 25 is an all around great stability trainer built for miles upon miles. It’s sole can feel bulky at times and the price may turn some runners off. However, it provides runners with...” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.
Weight
12.30 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“ASICS Gel-Fortitude 8 is deemed a neutral shoe by ASICS, but it functions with motion control and a stable ride, padded by an extra-thick sock liner (for those who don't replace it with an orthotic)...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
Weight
10.40 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Trail
“The Gecko XT incorporates some great features into the upper and midsole, but ultimately falls short of its intended use as a trail shoe for the toughest of trails.” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
10.10 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel Cumulus 20 is a smooth fitting and sturdy feeling daily trainer with an emphasis on rearfoot+forefoot cushioning for shock absorption. It’s priced competitively for what it offers, and...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Noosa FF 2 is a smooth fitting race or training ready shoe with a design focused for triathletes. Several Asics specific tech features make this shoe a comfortable choice for most runners.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.20 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Gel DS Trainer 23 combines support with performance; thanks to a springy Flytefoam midsole and redesigned upper. It continues to be the sleeper hit from ASICS.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
10.80 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Nimbus 20 is a highly cushioned, and highly structured, neutral trainer that has been the flagship plush trainer of the Asics line for twenty years.  While it has a very loyal fan...” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
11.20 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel Pursue 3 is a neutral shoe that can provide runners with many of the Asics features at a lower price. It is supportive and adds stability for the runner but falls short as a responsive...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert