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
11.7 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS Gel-Kinsei Max is a really comfortable but overpriced maximalist trainer. It has a plush, smooth ride with padded landings but it can only handle slow paces due to its 11.7 oz weight. It...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
8 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Noosa Tri 15 is a fast-looking and feeling shoe. It’s marketed as a Triathlon shoe that is easy to get on and off I can see why. I thoroughly enjoy wearing these for fast training runs...” Read expert review
Olivia Yoder
Ultrarunner, personal trainer and soccer coach.
Weight
10.7 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Road
“The ASICS Kayano 30 is a top-tier stability trainer. Drawing inspiration from other ASICS offerings the Kayano has been completely rebuilt for its 30th edition. The result is an adaptable and stable...” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.
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