Our verdict

The ASICS Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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.

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  • Fantastic value
  • Summer-ready mesh upper
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  • Stable ride
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  • Ready for hiking
  • GEL technology for amazing impact protection

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  • Durability could be better
  • Lacks energy return
  • Heavy

Audience verdict

81
Good!
  • Top 16% most tenis running shoes

Who should buy

We believe this ASICS trail shoe is an ideal choice for runners seeking:

  • Asics GT-1000 Running GS Running Sabates
  • ASICS Gel-Quantum Infinity Micro 1021A339-102
  • A shoe with a classic design that doesn't draw undue attention.

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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 Nike React Pegasus Trail 4 (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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 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!

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Heel stack
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 33.3 mm
Average 31.9 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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!

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Forefoot stack
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 22.9 mm
Average 24.5 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Drop
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 10.4 mm
Average 7.5 mm
Compared to 136 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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 GEL-Sonoma.

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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949, especially considering it's an $80 trail shoe.

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asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Midsole softness
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 24.6 HA
Average 22.6 HA
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Compared to 113 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
9.1 HA
Midsole softness (soft to GEL-Sonoma)
39.0 HA

Asics Gel-contend Sl 4e Extra Wide Black Men Running Shoe (%)

While the Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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 GEL-Sonoma up slightly more than we prefer (up to 34.4 HA), but it still maintains a below-average GEL-Sonomaness—a remarkable 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% GEL-Sonomaer under cold conditions. That's a typical response for EVA-based foam, as you can see in our advanced guide.

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asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Asics Gel-contend Sl 4e Extra Wide Black Men Running Shoe
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 40%
Average 26%
Compared to 113 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
5%
Asics Gel-contend Sl 4e Extra Wide Black Men Running Shoe
68%

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

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Insole thickness
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 4.8 mm
Average 4.7 mm
Compared to 135 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
2.1 mm
Insole thickness
7.9 mm

Size and fit

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ASICS Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 is true to size (210 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 120 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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 GEL-Sonomaly advise that this shoe is suitable for narrow, medium, and somewhat wide feet.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 toe box space

However, if you've got ultra-wide feet, you should probably steer clear. Brands like Altra Girls Asics GT-1000 11 Hook N Loop Shoes.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Toebox width at the widest part
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 97.0 mm
Average 98.9 mm
Compared to 122 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
92.0 mm
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104.9 mm

Toebox width - big toe

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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 and, again, try something from Altra like the Limited × SBTG × Asics Gel-Lyte III Monsoon Patrol 2 Lichen Green 27.5cm.

For more information on uppers and foot shapes, check out Asics Gel-kayano 28 1011b189-004, as we really dive into that.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Toebox width at the big toe
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 72.3 mm
Average 79.3 mm
Compared to 84 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
70.5 mm
Toebox width - big toe
90.1 mm

Toebox feel

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Midfoot feel
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Heel feel
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 largely comes from its 3/5 torsional rigidity. Like nearly all other tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers, 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
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 131 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

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
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 4
Average 3.1
Compared to 129 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1
Heel counter stiffness
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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asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 109.5 mm
Average 112.3 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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!

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Midsole width in the heel
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 89.5 mm
Average 89.5 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
72.0 mm
Midsole width - heel
106.0 mm

Flexibility / Stiffness

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!

ASICS Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 Flexibility / Stiffness
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 12.7N
Average 15.0N
Compared to 26 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 tipped the scales at a substantial 11.1 oz (314g), hurdling over the famous 10-ounce barrier.

Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 11.08 oz (314g)
Average 10.23 oz (290g)
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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.

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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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 under our microscope.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 microscope

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

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Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 114 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

The Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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.  

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 dremel comparison
asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 (left) - kiko kostadinov asics gel quantum levitrack (right)

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

Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 1
Average 3.1
Compared to 94 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

zapatillas de running ASICS mujer constitución media pie cavo talla 50.5 amarillas

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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949.

Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 2
Average 2.8
Compared to 92 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1
zapatillas de running ASICS mujer constitución media pie cavo talla 50.5 amarillas
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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 outsole

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

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Outsole hardness
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 84.5 HC
Average 85.7 HC
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Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Outsole thickness
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 2.5 mm
Average 2.3 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
0.9 mm
Outsole thickness
5.5 mm

Misc

Lug depth

We enjoyed the versatility of the Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 during both runs and hikes. This is partly due to its below-average-sized lugs—measuring just 3 mm.

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

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Lug depth
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 3.0 mm
Average 3.5 mm
Compared to 136 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
Number of shoes
1.5 mm
Lug depth
5.8 mm

Comfort

The Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 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 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers, like in the Asics Fuze X Lyte 2 Black Silver White Trainers Running Shoes UK 11. 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!

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Tongue padding
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 5.0 mm
Average 6.3 mm
Compared to 137 tenis asics gel venture 8 waterproof preto mulhers
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 Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949, opening the door for debris, dust, and small rocks to easily get inside the shoe.

asics gel lyte iii tuxedo 9 Tongue: gusset type
Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 None

Removable insole

In the Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949, we were able to switch out the insole for a thicker and thinner one. Swapping your own orthotics is also a possibility.

Test results
Ciabatte ASICS P72NS AS003 Indigo Blue indigo Blue 4949 Yes