The Edge+’s mesh upper is soft and breathable. It also has a very smooth heel-to-toe transition thanks to the rocker design-every step and stride we took was crazy smooth. In the lab, we tested its flexibility and found that the Edge+ needed more than twice the average force (63N vs 31.8N) to bend it. The repositioned carbon-fiber plate creates a stiffer shoe and produces a snappier toe-off. The shoe also has an exceptionally responsive ride. Truly, the Edge+ is an enticing option for racing the 5k or 10k-a beast that destroys records. During our stride practices and interval sessions, we felt like we were running unburdened.
It is also lighter than other plated shoes (246 grams/8.68 ounces). The ASICS Metaspeed Edge+ is so much lighter than the average road running shoe (208 grams/7.3 ounces vs. After running in these shoes and testing them in the lab, no other ASICS shoe comes close. Extremely light, exceptionally lively, and insanely breathable.
#ASICS GEL VENTURE 7 ARCH SUPPORT SERIES#
Runners looking for more breathable options should look elsewhere.Īfter a series of interval sessions and uptempo runs, the ASICS Metaspeed Edge+ gets the medal for the best 5k/10k racing shoe in the ASICS range. The smoke test in our lab also showed the lack of ventilation in these shoes. However, the ASICS Gel Kayano 29 felt toasty on our feet during runs. In the lab, the outsole rubber was measured to be 4.1 mm, 15% thicker than the average, cementing the ASICS Gel Kayano 29 as a stability shoe built for miles. We experienced minimal wear on the outsole after our numerous runs. The shoe also displayed excellent durability. This superior combination of the midsole’s softness and above-average stack height gave us plenty of comfort as we racked up those miles. Additionally, we measured the heel stack height to be 33.1mm, which is above average among our lab-tested running shoes. Upon checking the foam's softness with a durometer, we found it to be 26% softer than the average of running shoes tested in our lab.
Our runs were much more enjoyable with the Flytefoam Blast+. During our long runs, we experienced how these shoes offered some help with overpronation - giving us a confidence boost like no other. The midsole material combined with the dual-density foam system gives much-needed stability for overpronators. Its unmatched stability features, top-notch cushion, and durability provide a reliable support system for pronators. Runners who are very specific about this will want to look elsewhere.Ī combination of outdoor runs and lab tests have concluded that the ASICS Gel Kayano 29 is the best stability shoe from the ASICS lineup. However, we measured the heel-to-toe drop to be 6.8mm, even though the advertised is 8mm. The comfort and the pop were all still there. Even after running 100 miles on paved surfaces, dirt roads, and even wet and loose gravel, the outsole showed minimal wear and the midsole only had minor visual creasing.
We also put the shoe in the freezer for 20 minutes to simulate cold weather and found that the midsole was still much softer than most running shoes at room temperature-making the Novablast 3 absolutely perfect for training runs even on cold days.įinally, what seals the deal is its reliable durability. To test its breathability, we pumped smoke inside the shoe and saw that the smoke easily passed through the upper and the tongue-which means great ventilation for hot days. We also loved how versatile this shoe is for different types of runs on both cold days and warm days. We definitely felt its propulsive feel during easy runs and fartlek sessions. Our lab flexibility test also showed that the Novablast 3 has a moderate level of stiffness which contributes to its responsiveness. Checking the softness of the foam using a durometer in our lab, we found that it is 52% softer than the average of all road running shoes we’ve tested. Superior comfort, merged with exceptional versatility and durability make it the perfect all-rounder.ĭuring long runs, our feet felt great from mile 1 up to mile 13, and beyond. A combination of extensive lab tests and actual outdoor runs have cemented our pick for the best overall ASICS running shoe-which is none other than the ASICS Novablast 3.
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