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
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
Weight
7.6 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Racing
“The ASICS Gel Noosa Tri 14 is a fun shoe to run in—and to look at! The lively ride feels almost like it’s plated with its super-smooth transition, but without the stiffness of a plate, and the...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
Experienced Runner and Stability Shoe Expert
Weight
10.1 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Road
“The Kayano Lite 3 is an impressive versatile stability trainer ready to tackle any training plan but, for the budget conscious runner the price might be a little steep due to the lack of big updates. ...” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.
Weight
10.2 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 is a maximalist, highly cushioned trainer with a gentle rocker. It’s not the softest max-cushioned trainer on the market nor is it the most energetic but it’s still a supremely...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
8.4 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS Superblast is a versatile, maximalist trainer without a carbon plate. It's a pricey option for those wanting a racer but who don't like carbon plates or for those wanting a speed trainer but...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
10.5 oz.
Drop
12 mm.
Category
Road
“The ASICS Kayano 29 is a top-tier stability trainer built for all paces and distances. Slight tweaks made to both the upper and midsole have kept this trainer as one of the leaders of the stability...” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.