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 gt 1000 12
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Road
“The GT-1000 is a stability trainer that doesn’t break the bank. It provides a comfortable ride built for hundreds of miles. Unfortunately, there are a few aspects that hold this trainer back from...” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.
Weight
8.5 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS S4 is a carbon racer designed specifically for the runner who is targeting a sub-4 hour time for the full marathon. It shares many characteristics with the Magic Speed series but the S4 uses...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
6.8 oz.
Drop
7 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS Hyper Speed 3 is a lightweight traditional racing flat that is budget friendly. With its great value, it also has the durability to last you for a while.” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
7.8 oz.
Drop
7 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS Magic Speed 3 is a budget friendly workout/race day shoe that is very light and very responsive. The shoes sole purpose is to go fast!” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
9.2 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Trail
“The Asics Fuji Lite 3 is a very snappy trail shoe that fits well and has traction to climb just about anything you throw at it!” Read expert review
Josh McClurg
Avid runner, lifter, family man, and hard worker.
Weight
10.6 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Trail
“The Asics Trabuco 11 is a shoe that both the seasoned trail runner and newcomer can appreciate. It gives a fast and firm ride that can handle rough terrain thanks to a grippy outsole and rockplate. ” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
9.3 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS Gel Cumulus is a plush riding, maximalist daily trainer. It's best suited to easy/recovery runs and it has plenty of long-distance comfort thanks to its thick midsole and comfortable upper....” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
10.8 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Trail
“The Asics Trabuco Max 2 is an excellent choice for anyone spending time on the trails. It's very lightweight and responsive. I immediately felt like I was bouncing over rocks and tricky terrain from...” Read expert review
Jennifer Wilkins
Competitive trail ultra-runner
Weight
9.2 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Dynablast 3 is a superb all around shoe in a day and age where everything seems to be hyper specialized. Jogging, racing, lifting or leisure, this shoe fits in everywhere. Asics took...” Read expert review
Jeremy Yoder
Trail and road running expert.
Weight
9.7 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Road
“The ASICS GT-2000 11 is a reliable light-stability shoe that offers good support through the footplant but less propulsion into toe-off than previous models. The upper is comfortable and attractive...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
Experienced Runner and Stability Shoe Expert