ASICS MetaRide

It was missing, and his loyal fans were demanding that Asics put the batteries with respect to its competition. Its new bet: Asics METARIDE. A new model that is set to establish a new turning point in this highly competitive segment of long-distance running shoes. Thus, long-distance runners are in luck because this new METARIDE from ASICS will allow us to go further in each new training program.

As it could not be otherwise, being a new release that seeks to become a reference, there are changes in concepts, and very significant from the most advanced technologies applied to a new construction of this running shoe, which is a before and after in the extensive and varied catalog of ASICS Running.

Asics METARIDE, main features and new features

In the absence of testing it and getting into action with it on the asphalt, these ASICS MetaRide can be said to be the most innovative running shoe to date of the Japanese firm. So it is not surprising that more than two years have been invested in its development, and the entire team of designers and scientists of the famous ASICS Sports Science Institute in Kobe (Japan) have carried out a multitude of tests, creation of different prototypes and even exhaustive analysis of other silhouettes well positioned in the market.

The objective of these innovative ASICS METARIDE is none other than to generate maximum efficiency in long-distance races, reducing fatigue, and therefore improving the runner's performance.

That said, and to achieve this superior efficiency in each stride, these ASICS METARIDE has put the focus on the ankle joint itself, which is one of the points where most energy is lost. But also in shaping a rocker that breaks with the standard script of the brand, and this appears more balanced to favor the propulsion in each step. A propulsion that is also reinforced by the implementation of the Zero drop concept of the model, although according to its designers and engineers the sensation in the race is equivalent to an 8mm drop.

The Zero drop is something that ASICS is not used to, especially in its top of the range models, which stand out especially for their clear maximalist tendency against minimalism. However, this Zero drop does not mean that the ASICS MetaRide will not offer maximum cushioning, reactivity, stability and protection - the hallmarks of Kobe's brand, but rather the opposite.

Asics Metaride: GUIDESOLE, cutting-edge technology that makes the difference

The whole new revolution that the Asics MetaRide is intended to represent is based on the implementation of the innovative and exclusive GUIDESOLE technology. The practical application of this technology can be seen in the new high-precision sole, whose silhouette is curved.

This change allows the runner's body weight to vaya forward, thus favoring the propulsion phase, while creating the sensation of needing less effort to move and advance with each kilometer covered.

More emphasis on this curvature of the sole also allows the heel movement to be reduced, thus allowing for a smoother run, with more traction, and reducing the fatigue that accumulates in the long distance runner, because he/she runs with less effort.

More technologies highlighted in the Asics METARIDE

Other patented technologies of the renowned Japanese brand that are present in these Asics MetaRide also come standard with this winning combination of materials in the midsole, and have already been seen in other iconic models, and top of the range as the ASICS Gel Nimbus 21 and ASICS Gel Kayano 25, among others.

We are talking about a midsole made with a triple layer of FlyteFoam Lyte, Gel system and FlyteFoam Propel:

• FlyteFoam Lyte: This material is responsible for providing lightness and resistance to the midsole, and thus enhance both cushioning and response to higher levels.

• GEL System (Rearfoot GEL): The characteristic ASICS cushioning system for greater heel shock absorption, which is presented in the form of a disc between the two FlyteFoam foams in the heel area, and has much more presence on the outside than on the inside.

• FlyteFoam Propel: The last layer of the midsole that has the objective of increasing the response when the runner propels himself.

• Metaclutch: The exclusive heel reinforcement that has been optimized to offer even more flexibility and a better fit, reaching the midfoot.

Optimized stride cycle for more and better performance.

On the other hand, and paying attention to the upper of these new MetaRide from Asics we find a circular knit mesh (Circular Knit), which not only comes to improve breathability and ventilation of this model, but also focuses on a better fit.

And of course, coming to the sole area of these ASICS MetaRide, and apart from the great technological innovation GUIDESOLE, this running shoe also includes what ASICS calls GRIPSOLE, consisting of an outsole with mesh pattern, and that seeks to increase both durability and traction. And of course, the 3D Guidance Line, that evolved flex groove, and that allows the center of gravity to shift, and thus the balance of the legs also helps.

In short, the fusion and the joint work of all these latest generation technologies from Asics Running make this new MetaRide bet capable of optimizing the complete stride cycle, and whose benefits are:

• Minimize energy loss in the ankle area.

• Increasing a more efficient run.

• Offer a higher level of fit, resistance and grip, elevating them to a higher category.

• Maintain stability.

All in all, wearing the innovative Asics MetaRide is a running experience unlike anything you've experienced to date with previous ASICS models. A running shoe for runners with a neutral stride, and medium/high weight, who run long distances, and improve both performance and protection to go further.

By the way, one last detail, these Asics MetaRide is presented as the first model of Asics"Energy Saving Ride" collection, which will stage new models with different price ranges for runners of all levels. In addition, in the technical specifications section, these MetaRide have a Zerodrop(31 mm in heel and forefoot), while the weight is at 327 grams for a size 435 EU95 USA).