Our verdict

The Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream is a versatile trail runner and hiker that offered us impressive comfort and jaw-dropping breathability during our testing at a pocket-friendly price. While we didn't find it to be the most durable, it's tough to find a better trail shoe at just $80. Treating our feet with nice cushioning, we believe that it excels in delivering an enjoyable experience on the trail.

Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream Pros

  • Fantastic value
  • Asics White & Beige Gel-Nimbus 23 Earth Day Sneakers
  • Enough stack height
  • Stable ride
  • Good for heel strikers
  • Ready for hiking
  • Asics Gel Saga White Blue Yellow

Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream Cons

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  • Lacks energy return
  • Heavy

Audience verdict

81
Good!
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Who should buy

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  • ASICS Metaspeed Sky Orange Pop Island Blue
  • A shoe with a classic design that doesn't draw undue attention.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Who Should Buy

Who should NOT buy

If you're in the market searching for a bouncy ride with a higher-end feel or waterproof features, steer clear of these ASICS. Instead, we suggest taking a look at the asics gel game 7 clay zapatillas de tenis TSCAS (or its GTX edition).

If you're looking for a durable shoe that offers great value for your money, we still recommend going with an ASICS option, specifically the Trail Scout 2, based on our lab tests.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 parts

Cushioning

Heel stack

We were taken aback when we used our caliper to measure the stack height in the heel. It's not everyday that we stumble upon high-stack shoes boasting an impressive 33.3 mm of foam in the rearfoot!

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Heel stack
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 33.3 mm
Average 31.9 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
19.6 mm
Heel stack
42.4 mm

Forefoot stack

On the flip side, we were equally taken aback by how thin the forefoot was. With a stack height of 22.9 mm—below the average trail shoe—that includes both the outsole, the insole and the lugs, there's not a lot of cushioning in that area. It's clear to us, this is a shoe built with heel strikers in mind!

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Forefoot stack
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 22.9 mm
Average 24.5 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
13.4 mm
Forefoot stack
33.9 mm

Drop

The significant 10.4-mm heel-to-toe drop simply reaffirms our earlier observations. Such a high drop caters well to those who hit the trails heel-first. And that's exactly what this shoe delivers.

It's worth noting that budget-friendly trail shoes, often targeted towards beginners or slower-paced runners, tend to boast a quite-steep drop.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Drop
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 10.4 mm
Average 7.5 mm
Compared to 136 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
-0.1 mm
Drop
17.3 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

At 24.6 HA, this isn't your run-of-the-mill midsole softness that was the norm on trail shoes! Amplifoam delivers a soft and gentle touch—but don't expect an over-the-top bounce from the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un, especially considering it's an $80 trail shoe.

If you're on the hunt for a springy ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsule, consider checking out the ASICS Gel-Cumulus 21 Black Marathon, it has a bouncier foam named React.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Midsole softness
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 24.6 HA
Average 22.6 HA
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Compared to 113 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
9.1 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
39.0 HA

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While the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un may not be the ideal pick for winter trail running due to its outstanding ventilation, it becomes a great choice under cold temperatures when paired with thick socks.

After we checked the midsole softness in cold temperatures, we noticed that the foam might firm up slightly more than we prefer (up to 34.4 HA), but it still maintains a below-average firmness—a the achievement for such a budget-friendly shoe.

While it doesn't turn stone-hard, you'll surely feel the shift as it becomes 39.7% firmer under cold conditions. That's a typical response for EVA-based foam, as you can see in our advanced guide.

For a shoe that shines in winter, consider the de estas ASICS Gel Glyde 2 busca alcanzar un Si la Asics Gel Lyte 3 Santa Claus représente le père Noël bienveillant.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 zapatillas de running ASICS hombre mixta minimalistas 10k talla 45
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 40%
Average 26%
Compared to 113 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
5%
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68%

Insole thickness

The insole, with its comfortable 4.8 mm of thickness—just a touch above the average—it's just what we wanted.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Insole thickness
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 4.8 mm
Average 4.7 mm
Compared to 135 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
2.1 mm
Insole thickness
7.9 mm

Size and fit

Size

Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream is true to size (213 votes).

Owners of this shoe, how does this shoe fit?

1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 121 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

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The toe box doesn't offer much wiggle room at 97 mm of width, but it's sufficient for most foot types. We firmly advise that this shoe is suitable for narrow, medium, and somewhat wide feet.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 toe box space

However, if you've got ultra-wide feet, you should probably steer clear. Brands like Altra but do biegania dla kobiet Asics.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 97.0 mm
Average 99.0 mm
Compared to 122 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
92.6 mm
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104.9 mm

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At 72.3 mm, the shoe narrows by 34.2% from the widest point to the area of the big toe, being 30% the average.

Based on our tests, we find that it's a better match for those who have a significant size difference between their big toe and the rest—think Greek or Egyptian foot shapes. In contrast, those with Celtic, German, and Roman feet should definitely avoid the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un and, again, try something from Altra like the Lone Peak 7.

For more information on uppers and foot shapes, check out our guide about uppers, ASICS Chaussures Enfant Gt-1000 9 GS.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Een samenwerking met Atmos en Asics
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 72.3 mm
Average 79.4 mm
Compared to 83 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
70.5 mm
asics glideride chaussures running RSCAS
90.1 mm

Toebox feel

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Toebox feel

Midfoot feel

The midfoot area feels absolutely normal. Our tests suggest that even those among us with flat feet should find it comfortable.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Midfoot feel
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un Normal

Heel feel

Then, there's the heel—it pleasantly surprised us with its slightly-wider-than-average dimension while retaining a fair bit of rigidity. This strikes a fine balance between comfort and stability.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Heel feel
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un Normal

Stability

Lateral stability test

With a stack that's above average and a cushy foam, one wouldn't typically anticipate excellent stability. Yet, these ASICS shoes left us with a great impression. Their Amplifoam midsole was stable in our runs and comfy during long hikes.

Torsional rigidity

The solid stability in the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un largely comes from its 3/5 torsional rigidity. Like nearly all other ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules, it's not super flexible. That rigidity, however, works in our favor, helping us remain stable on any terrain.

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Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 131 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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This shoe scores an impressive 4 out of 5 on our heel stiffness test, putting it well above the average trail shoe and providing a guided run. Since it's not advertised or designed for fast paces, this rating just make sense to us.

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 4
Average 3.1
Compared to 129 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1
Womens Trainers Asics Black
5

Midsole width - forefoot

The landing platform doesn't hold any surprises. Using our caliper for precise measurements, we found that the midsole width is about average in the forefoot (109.5 mm), just 2 mm less than most trail shoes.

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Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 109.5 mm
Average 112.3 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
102.1 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
124.3 mm

Midsole width - heel

Like they did with the steep heel-to-toe drop, ASICS pleased the heel strikers again with a midsole width that's wider than most shoes. At 89.5 mm, it will be really stable everywhere!

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Midsole width in the heel
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 89.5 mm
Average 89.5 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
72.0 mm
Midsole width - heel
106.0 mm

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Using our custom machine, it took us only 12.7N to bend the shoe to a 30-degree angle. This is noticeably less than the average trail shoe!

Nice Kicks x Asics Gel-Lyte 3 Nice Cream Asics fuji lite 2 mujer zapatillas trail running talla 40
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 12.7N
Average 15.0N
Compared to 26 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
3.2N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
23.6N

Weight

When we first held the shoe in our hands, we could tell it was far from being feather-light. Our suspicion was confirmed upon placing it on our scale—the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un tipped the scales at a substantial 11.1 oz (314g), hurdling over the famous 10-ounce barrier.

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 11.08 oz (314g)
Average 10.23 oz (290g)
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
7.51 oz (213g)
Weight
12.66 oz (359g)

Breathability

Breathability is a major concern for many trail runners, since it's difficult to come across trail shoes with a well-ventilated upper. We performed our jaw-dropping smoke test, and we were astounded by how fantastic this shoe performs in this aspect.

Even when the trails felt like embers, our feet remained well ventilated!

It performs admirably due to its mesh upper. The mesh is sufficiently dense to prevent light from passing through—as seen in the video below—yet it's thin enough to allow for proper airflow. It's a winning combination.

However, how can we determine why it breathes so well? We conducted a examination of the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un under our microscope.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 microscope

It is the aforementioned thin mesh that takes credit for the impressive 4/5 in the breathability test.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 113 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

The los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un took a serious hit in our lab tests, scoring an unfortunate 1 out of 5, the lowest score possible. We had braced ourselves for a low score, anticipating it even before the Dremel test, due to the shoe's thin mesh. However, the result still left us truly disappointed.  

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 dremel comparison
Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 (left) - asics gel lyte 5 white whitewhite marathon running shoessneakers (right)

We subjected both shoes to the same test (3.2N @ 10K RPM), and the results were clear as day.

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 1
Average 3.1
Compared to 94 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

Sometimes, a shoe surprises us with stellar scores in the toebox area, only to underperform in the heel. Or the other way around. Unfortunately, we didn't encounter such luck this time. After conducting our Dremel test on the heel, we handed out a below-average score of 2 out of 5 to the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un.

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 2
Average 2.9
Compared to 93 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

As a budget-friendly trail shoe, we anticipated an average score when we used our durometer to test the softness of the outsole. That's exactly what we got: 84.5 HC.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 outsole

This outsole should easily extend beyond 700 miles, provided that you don't subject it to too many road runs, of course.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Outsole hardness
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 84.5 HC
Average 85.7 HC
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Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
75.5 HC
Outsole hardness
96.1 HC

Outsole thickness

The outsole boasts an average thickness. With a robust 2.5 mm—a little behind the average—of rubber beneath the lugs, it's more than capable of assuring an adequate lifespan.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Outsole thickness
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 2.5 mm
Average 2.3 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
0.9 mm
Outsole thickness
5.5 mm

Misc

Lug depth

We enjoyed the versatility of the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un during both runs and hikes. This is partly due to its below-average-sized lugs—measuring just 3 mm.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9

These lugs are perfect for quick hikes and a wide range of running speeds. However, we noticed the performance getting worse on more challenging terrain. It's clear that no shoe can excel in every scenario!

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Lug depth
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 3.0 mm
Average 3.5 mm
Compared to 136 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1.5 mm
Lug depth
5.8 mm

Comfort

The los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un offers suitable padding, particularly in the heel area, providing substantial comfort. The only drawback we've noticed in our examination—which is common in trail shoes—is that the mesh can feel a bit rough.

Tongue padding

Recently, we've noticed a trend of super-thick tongues on ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules, like in the Asics Gel-Cumulus 23 Mens Running Shoes. In most cases, this trend proves more of a downside, leading to uncomfortably snug fits and added weight. However, the Japan-based brand has navigated this issue, featuring a comfortable yet light 5-mm tongue. Kudos, ASICS!

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Tongue padding
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un 5.0 mm
Average 6.3 mm
Compared to 137 ASICS Turns to atmos for a Tokyo-and-NYC-Subways-Inspired GEL-LYTE III Capsules
Number of shoes
1.3 mm
Tongue padding
12.3 mm

Tongue: gusset type

A common shortfall of budget trail shoes is their lack of a gusseted tongue. Could ASICS have added one? Definitely, but no chance they do that. They need to distinguish budget shoes from high-end ones, and leaving out this feature is a really easy way to do it. 

So, predictably, there's no gusset in the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un, opening the door for debris, dust, and small rocks to easily get inside the shoe.

Кожаные оригинальные кроссовки asics 9 Tongue: gusset type
Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un None

Removable insole

In the los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un, we were able to switch out the insole for a thicker and thinner one. Swapping your own orthotics is also a possibility.

Test results
los ASICS Gel Pulse 9 tienen un Yes