| Gender | Men , Women |
| Weight | 295 gr |
| Drop | 10 mm |
| Cushion | Neutral |
| Runner weight | Medium |
| Running gait | Neutral |
| Surface | Road |
| Use | training |
| Pace | Low , Medium |
| Foot | Normal feet , Low |
| Strike | heel |
| Year | 2016 |
To hit the center of the target. The eighth version of the Gel Pulse 8 from ASICS Running is a sure hit if you're looking to invest in a neutral training shoe with more than acceptable cushioning, comfort and simplicity. To which you also have to add an excellent value for money. So, although the ASICS Gel Pulse 8 does not reach the level of the top of the range neutral models of the Japanese brand, it does not fall far behind them either, because the Pulse 8 incorporates many of the leading technologies of ASICS, making it a model for daily use with a very good response.
On the cushioning front, the ASICS Gel Pulse 8 features a midsole with a successful combination of the new SuperSpEVA compound with the Japanese brand's unique GEL system in both the rear and forefoot areas, resulting in minimized impact, smoother and more fluid transitions, and contributing to a more responsive ride with every stride. In short, more efficient running.
Another technology that stands out in this eighth version of the Gel Pulse 8 is the Trusstic System in the sole, at midfoot level, which guarantees good stability. The AHAR+ compound is also used in the high-wear areas to increase the model's durability, and Blown Rubber technology to improve grip. In addition, the Guidance Line technology, which guides the stride, is also present in the form of a longitudinal groove, and reinforced by three transversal flex grooves.
The upper is more simplified than in the previous version of the Gel Pulse 7, so the ASICS Gel Pulse 8 uses a revamped upper, consisting of a more open and breathable mesh, and where the front reinforcements have been replaced by thermo-sealed elements with the mission of providing a lighter fit. The 3M material, seen in other ASICS flagships such as the latest models of the Nimbus saga or the Gel Noosa Tri.
The customization detail of the Gel Pulse 8 comes from its removable insole, which gives the runner more scope to adapt the shoe to his personal style.
In addition, one of the new features of the ASICS Gel Pulse 8 is its significant weight reduction (295 grams in the men's version, and 260 grams in the women's model) to achieve a more agile shoe. Maintaining the 10-millimeter drop, the Gel Pulse 8 is one of the most popular options for neutral runners to cover any distance in frequent workouts.