The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo running shoes are meticulously engineered for runners who optimize their speed by extending their stride, offering significant energy savings and powerful propulsion. Ideal for challenging your limits over long distances, these competition shoes feature advanced cushioning and a responsive carbon plate. However, their specialized design means they are best suited for asphalt surfaces and neutral runners.
Optimized Stride Efficiency: Specifically designed to enhance the performance of runners who increase speed through stride extension, providing superior energy savings and powerful propulsion.
FF TURBO™ PLUS Cushioning: Utilizes advanced foam technology to deliver significantly improved energy return, contributing to a lighter feel and sustained performance throughout long runs.
Carbon Plate Integration: Features a carbon plate strategically positioned higher within the midsole to maximize the rebound effect and generate greater energy return with each step.
ASICSGRIP™ Outsole: Engineered for enhanced traction and durability, ensuring reliable grip and longevity specifically on asphalt surfaces.
MOTION WRAP™ 3.0 Upper: Offers superior breathability, lightweight comfort, and a sock-like fit. Its no-sew construction minimizes irritation, while maintaining flexibility.
5 mm Heel Drop: Provides a specific, lower heel-to-toe differential that many long-distance runners prefer for an efficient and direct foot-to-ground feel.
Exceptional Energy Return: The combination of FF TURBO™ PLUS cushioning and the high-positioned carbon plate provides outstanding energy return for long-distance efforts.
Optimized for Stride-Focused Running: Specifically tailored to benefit runners with a stride-extension running style, maximizing their speed potential.
Lightweight & Breathable Comfort: The MOTION WRAP™ 3.0 upper ensures superior ventilation and a comfortable, irritation-free, sock-like fit.
Durable Traction: ASICSGRIP™ outsole delivers reliable and long-lasting traction on asphalt.
Propulsive Design: Engineered to provide powerful propulsion, helping runners maintain pace and push limits.
Surface Specific: Primarily designed for asphalt, limiting optimal performance on varied or softer terrains.
Neutral Runner Focus: Best suited for neutral pronation, offering less support for runners requiring stability control.
Specialized Use: As a competition shoe, its high-performance design may make it less ideal or durable for everyday, high-mileage training compared to dedicated trainers.
Specific Drop: The 5mm drop may not suit all runners' biomechanics or preferences.
Exceptional Energy Return: The combination of FF TURBO™ PLUS cushioning and the high-positioned carbon plate provides outstanding energy return for long-distance efforts.
Optimized for Stride-Focused Running: Specifically tailored to benefit runners with a stride-extension running style, maximizing their speed potential.
Lightweight & Breathable Comfort: The MOTION WRAP™ 3.0 upper ensures superior ventilation and a comfortable, irritation-free, sock-like fit.
Durable Traction: ASICSGRIP™ outsole delivers reliable and long-lasting traction on asphalt.
Propulsive Design: Engineered to provide powerful propulsion, helping runners maintain pace and push limits.
Surface Specific: Primarily designed for asphalt, limiting optimal performance on varied or softer terrains.
Neutral Runner Focus: Best suited for neutral pronation, offering less support for runners requiring stability control.
Specialized Use: As a competition shoe, its high-performance design may make it less ideal or durable for everyday, high-mileage training compared to dedicated trainers.
Specific Drop: The 5mm drop may not suit all runners' biomechanics or preferences.
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is built to unlock your peak performance, particularly when challenging your personal bests over long distances. For runners who gain speed by extending their stride, the shoe's optimized structure translates directly into energy savings and powerful propulsion. The FF TURBO™ PLUS cushioning works in tandem with the strategically higher carbon plate to provide a sensation of bounce and forward momentum, propelling you through each mile with less effort.
On asphalt surfaces, the ASICSGRIP™ outsole ensures consistent and secure traction, allowing you to maintain control and push off with confidence. The MOTION WRAP™ 3.0 upper contributes significantly to comfort during high-intensity efforts, offering a lightweight, breathable, and sock-like fit that minimizes distractions and irritation. This shoe is a top choice for race day, half marathons, marathons, or long-distance training runs where maximizing efficiency and energy return on paved roads is paramount. The flat tongue design and traditional lace-up system ensure a secure, locked-down fit even as your pace intensifies.
Getting started with your Metaspeed Sky Tokyo shoes is straightforward. The shoes feature a traditional lace-up system which allows for a customized and secure fit. Simply lace them up as you normally would, ensuring a snug but comfortable tension across your foot. The flat tongue is designed to prevent discomfort, so adjust it properly before tightening laces.
Runner Type: Specifically designed for neutral runners.
Running Style: Optimized for runners who increase speed by extending their stride.
Surface: Best suited for asphalt surfaces, where the ASICSGRIP™ outsole provides optimal traction and durability.
Gender/Size: This particular variant is sized for Male adults, UK 10.5.
Info needed: For optimal longevity, general athletic shoe care involves removing loose dirt with a soft brush, hand washing with mild soap and cold water, and air-drying away from direct heat. Avoid machine washing or drying to preserve material integrity and cushioning.