ASICS Technical document SS2019 NZ Run

SS 2019 

TECH 

FOOTWEAR 

PROFILE

RUNNING 

What is the right running shoe for me ? How do I know what is best? 

5 key areas of consideration: 

PROTECTION 

& SUPPORT 

STABILITY 

DURABILITY 

PERFORMANCE 

COMFORT 

MIX OF CUSHIONING AND 

STABILITY FOR THE 

INDIVIDUAL NEEDS. 

PROVIDES A BALANCED 

PLATFORM FOR THE 

RUNNERS FOOT. 

ROBUST MATERIALS TO 

ENSURE SHOES LAST 

+800KMS. 

BASED ON INDIVIDUAL’S 

NEEDS & ATTRIBUTES 

(BODY MASS, SURFACE, 

RUNNING EXPERIENCE) 

AN INDIVIDUALS 

PERCEPTION, THAT IS 

USUALLY THE RIGHT MIX OF 

CUSHIONING AND 

STABILITY

RUNNING

GEL-KAYANO 26 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Heel striker, low cadence 

(slower pace), over strides, lands 

heavily. Appreciates support and 

cushioning. A plush underfoot feel. 

Midsole heights 

M: 22-12mm 

W: 24-11mm 

Weight / Widths 

M: 315g / Std, 2E, 4E 

W: 260g / Std, D 

ENGINEERED JACQUARED MESH UPPER 

Provides superior feel & fit through multi-directional 

mesh for added support in some areas and more 

space in other areas between the yarn which reduces 

weight and enhances breathability. 

FLYTEFOAM PROPEL TECHNOLOGY 

Lighter more durable than traditional 

midsole materials. Lightweight foam 

that is soft and bouncy providing the 

perception of propulsion. 

SCULPTED REARFOOT GEL AND FF GEL 

For better shear deformation and 

increased impact protection at Heel 

Strike and a smoother transition at 

toe-off 

DYNAMIC DUOMAX 

Firmer foam along the inside of the shoe 

for protection of the foot when tired or 

fatigued. Soft top layer for added 

comfort and smooth transition from foot 

contact to toe off. 

IMPACT GUIDANCE SYSTEM 

Design philosophy that links 

components together to enhance the 

foot’s natural gait from foot strike to 

toe-off

GT- 4000 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Heel striker, low cadence (slower 

pace), lands heavily, hypermobile 

foot throughout gait cycle. Rearfoot 

and midfoot support appreciated. A 

responsive ride. 


M: 22-12mm 

W: 21-11mm 


M: 325g / 2E 

W: 270g / D 

INTERNAL REARFOOT GEL 

For improved shock attenuation, 

aiding in a more fluent and 

comfortable ride. 

EXTENDED DUOMAX 

Extended in the rearfoot to provide 

more stability during the landing 

phase of running and protection of 

the foot when tired or fatigued 

INTERNAL HEEL COUNTER 

For heel stability and support for a 

mobile / flexible foot. 

EXTENDED TRUSSTIC 

Extended medial support provides 

ultimate protection that requires 

stability through midfoot when running. 

Works with DUOMAX system to provide 

a solid and stable running platform.

GT- 2000 7 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Heel striker, quick cadence (quicker 

pace) efficient stride, lands quietly. 

Appreciates support and 

responsiveness. A responsive ride. 

REARFOOT AND FOREFOOT GEL 





For heel stability and support. 


M: 22-12mm 

W: 21-11mm 


M: 310g / Std, 2E, 4E 

W: 255g / Std, D, 2A, 2E 


For protection of foot when tired or 

fatigued, while improving stability of 

the shoe platform. 

SUPPORT TRUSSTIC 

Improves the torsional rigidity providing 

enhanced stability and protection when 

running.

DS-TRAINER 24 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Forefoot / midfoot striker, quick 

cadence (quicker pace), efficient 

stride, lands quietly. Appreciates a 

responsive feel. 


M: 17-9mm 

W: 16-8mm 


M: 270g / Std 

W: 220g / Std 

PROPULSION TRUSSTIC 

Helps maintain a forward propulsion 

providing a faster forefoot momentum. 

INTERNAL REARFOOT GEL 




KNIT UPPER WITH INTERNAL SUPPORT 

Lightweight breathable upper that 

doesn’t sacrifice support of the foot 

on the platform. 

LIGHTWEIGHT RESPONSIVE MIDSOLE 

Lightweight helping to reduce the 

physiological effort of running. A firmer 

and responsive midsole enticing the 

runner to run fast and reduce ground 

contact time. 

FULL GROUND CONTACT OUTSOLE 

Increased surface area in contact with 

the ground improves the stability of 

the platform, providing a different feel 

for the runner.

GEL-NIMBUS 21 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Heel striker, low cadence 

(slower pace), over strides, lands 

heavily. Appreciates cushioning. A 

plush underfoot feel. 


M: 23-13mm 

W: 25-12mm 


M: 315g / Std, 2E, 4E 

W: 260g / Std, D 


Provides superior feel & fit through multi-directional 

mesh for added support in some areas and more 

space in other areas between the yarn which reduces 

weight and enhances breathability. 

REAR & FOREFOOT GEL 




PLUSH UNDERFOOT MIDSOLE 

Provides consistent cushioning on 

longer runs delivering a superior and 


EXTERNAL HEEL COUNTER 

For superior heel fit and stability when 

running, reducing internal friction on 

the heel. 

MEDIAL TRUSSTIC 

Provides medial rigidity to the shoe, 

which improves the stability of the 

platform beneath the foot. Important on 

long runs when the foot gets tired and 

starts to fatigue.

GEL-PURSUE 5 

RUNNERS GAIT 


pace), efficient stride, lands 

quietly. Appreciates support later 

in the run. A responsive ride. 

REAR & FOREFOOT GEL 





For stability and support. 


M: 22-12mm 

W: 21-11mm 


M: 305g / Std, 2E 

W: 250g / Std, D 

RESPONSIVE UNDERFOOT 

Responsive cushioning for the runner 

that likes the feel of the road when 

running. Improves proprioception and 

feel of the ground beneath the foot. 


Improves the torsional rigidity to 

provide enhanced stability and 

protection when running.

GEL-CUMULUS 21 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Heel, midfoot striker, quick 


stride, lands smoothly. Appreciates 

cushioning in a responsive ride. 

REARFOOT AND FORETFOOT GEL 





For stability and support. 


M: 23-13mm 

W: 22-12mm 


M: 285g / Std, 2E, 4E 

W: 240g / Std, D & 2A 

SMOOTH UNDERFOOT 

Perception of increased cushioning 

and comfort makes for a super 




the ground improves stability of the 

platform whilst providing a different 

feel for the runner.

DYNAFLYTE 4 

RUNNERS GAIT 

Forefoot and Midfoot striker, quick 


stride and lands quietly. 

Appreciates a responsive ride. 


M: 20-12mm 

W: 19-11mm 


M: 255g / Std 

W: 205g / Std 

ADAPT FIT UPPER 

Stable yet lightweight upper sitting on 

a responsive, lightweight midsole. 

Foot still has good support to provide 

protection while running. 

LIGHTWEIGHT RESPONSIVE MIDSOLE 

Lightweight helping to reduce physiological 

effort of running. A firmer and responsive 

midsole enticing runner to run fast and 

reduce ground contact time. 



the ground improves the stability of 

the platform whilst providing a 

different feel for the runner. 

REARFOOT GEL 



comfortable ride

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GEL-FUJI TRABUCO 7 

RUNNERS/WALKING 

GAIT 

Heel striker, medium cadence 

(slower pace) reasonable efficient 

stride. Appreciates protection and 

support. Maximum protection, 

comfort and grip. 


M: 20-12mm 

W: 19-11mm 


M: 345g / 2E 

W: 290g / D 

Great Upper Midfoot Hold 

TPU and no sew upper create a 

protective supportive midfoot hold. 

Rock Protection Plate 

Provides protection in the critical 

areas from stone bruising. 

ASICS GRIP RUBBER 

For ultimate all condition traction and 

durability. By far one of the best 

rubbers we have ever made. Great for 

dry and amazing on wet surfaces. 

FLYTEFOAM LYTE 

ASICS lightest weight midsole 

formulation with organic fibers 

provides continuous cushioning and 

durability.

GT-2000 7 TRAIL 

RUNNERS GAIT 


pace) efficient stride, lands quietly. 

Appreciates support and 

responsiveness. A responsive ride. 


M: 22-12mm 

W: 21-11mm 


M: 310g / 2E 

W: 255g / D 

REARFOOT AND FOREFOOT GEL 





For protection of foot when tired or 

fatigued, while improving stability of 

the shoe platform. 


Provides superior feel & fit through multidirectional 

mesh for added support in some areas & 

more space in other areas between the yarn which 

reduces weight and enhances breathability. 


Improves the torsional rigidity providing 

enhanced stability and protection when 

running.

ASICS Technical document SS2019 NZ Run

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