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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Weight
9 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS 33-DFA2 is a lightweight trainer that is looks a feels fast. The price point is ultra-competitive and this is easily a best buy option.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
11.40 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics GEL-Nimbus 18 is a premium cushioned shoe targeting serious runners looking for a durable daily trainer with a stable ride. It’s the most recent in the successful GEL-Nimbus line.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
6.60 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Gel DS Racer 11 is incredibly lightweight with a dash of support added in. It will help you produce very positive results in your next race or tempo run.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
9.10 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 21 offers a balance of speed and stability all while providing a smooth ride in comfort. The shoe is an ideal daily trainer which is able to handle quick tempo runs or the...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert
Weight
11.30 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Stability
“A rare find in today’s market. A reasonably priced shoe that ticks all the boxes for a runner who needs support from their footwear. The GT 1000 4 doesn’t change much from last year but it...” Read expert review
Theo Clyatt
Running Expert
Weight
11.10 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics 33-M 2 is a lightweight highly cushioned trainer designed for runners with a neutral foot strike. This shoe is an excellent option for runners looking for a trainer that can provide a...” Read expert review
Lynn Clark
Running Expert
Weight
10.70 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Stability
“The ASICS GT-2000 4 is a trainer that is perfect for the faster runner needing a shoe for shakeouts and the runner wanting something light that is used to the heavier models out there. It offers...” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
10.50 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Gel Contend 3 is a budget shoe that offers a cushioned ride in an inexpensive package. This focus on cushioning makes the shoe slightly heavier than similar models, but does not take away...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
13 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS GEL-Quantum 360’s debut as a neutral daily running shoe was greatly anticipated.  The shoe is all about “cushioning” and comfort with a full-length GEL midsole which provided...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert
Weight
10.90 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Stability
“The update to a new seamless upper combined with the design changes to the heel counter provides for a comfortable and very snug fit once you lace up the shoe.  The Kayano 22 continues to be...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert