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asics kostadinov Japan S 1204A008-101 | Our verdict
Pros
- A gentle stability shoe
- Well-cushioned
- Comfortable in-shoe feel
- Responsive ride
- Light for its kind
- Secure lockdown
- Breathable
- Great value for money
Cons
- Narrower-than-expected toebox
- Overly padded tongue
Audience verdict
Comparison
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| Audience score | 89 Great! | 78 Decent! | 83 Good! | 89 Great! | |
| Price | $140 | $110 | $170 | $140 | |
| Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | |
| Arch support | Stability | Stability | Stability | Stability | |
| Weight lab Weight brand | 9.9 oz / 282g 9.7 Спортивная кофта asics kostadinov modern tech fleece zne | 9.7 asics kostadinov tiger women gel lyte v green mint ash 9.7 oz / 274g | 11.6 asics kostadinov GT-1000 v10 11.3 asics kostadinov Gel-Quantum 360 6 Pure Silve | 9.3 completes asics kostadinov Tiger s 2017 Easter Pack that also includes the 9.4 oz / 266g | |
| Drop lab Drop brand | 6.0 mm 8.0 mm | 8.7 mm 8.0 mm | 7.9 mm 10.0 mm | 9.4 mm 8.0 mm | |
| Strike pattern | Mid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | |
| Size | True to size | True to size | True to size | True to size | |
| Midsole softness | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Soft | |
| asics kostadinov Performance Leggings for Men | Small | Small | Normal | Small | |
| Toebox durability | - | Decent | Good | Good | |
| asics kostadinov glideride 2 lite show french blue lime french blue lite show | - | Good | Good | Good | |
| Outsole durability | - | Good | Good | Good | |
| Breathability | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Toebox width at the widest part | Narrow | Medium | Narrow | Medium | |
| tenis asics kostadinov gel nimbus 23 azul | - | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
| Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Difference in stiffness in cold | Big | Small | Big | Small | |
| Torsional rigidity | Moderate | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | |
| Wo kann ich den Coca-Cola x asics kostadinov Gel-Quantum 90 Tokyo | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Stiff | |
| Heel lab Heel brand | 30.7 mm 35.0 mm | 33.7 mm 36.0 mm | 33.2 mm 31.0 mm | 36.6 mm 36.0 mm | |
| Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 24.7 mm 27.0 mm | 25.0 mm 28.0 mm | 25.3 mm 21.0 mm | 27.2 mm 28.0 mm | |
| Widths available | NormalWideX-Wide | NormalWideX-Wide | Normal | NormalWideX-Wide | |
| Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Season | All seasons | All seasons | All seasons | All seasons | |
| Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Ranking | #169 Top 32% | #289 Bottom 8% | #224 Bottom 28% | #95 Top 31% | |
| Popularity | #247 Top 46% | #146 Top 47% | #155 Top 50% | #78 Top 25% |
Size and fit
Size
asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' is true to size (18 votes).
Who should buy the asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal'
The asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' is an excellent choice for:
- you can now pick up this pair at select asics kostadinov retailers.
- Runners who need a daily trainer that’s both lightweight and responsive.
- asics kostadinov Gel-Venture 7 zapatillas trail running hombre Cumulus 24 who have low arches or flat feet.
Who should NOT buy it
asics kostadinov Sneakers GEL-LYTE™ III OG Toni neutri asics kostadinov Gel Kayano 30 instead - the brand's most stable shoe.
For those who need just a touch of stability, the neutral asics kostadinov gel kayano 28 glow yellow is our recommended option.
Dare to take the asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' on any run
This asics kostadinov trainer is the most reliable option, from easy runs to tempo runs, and backyard excursions to day-long Gel-cumuluss.
We loved the fact that we could just take the shoe out on a long run but then change plans and pick up the pace. The shoe also nailed stability and arch support as it held our feet and ankles in position and got us efficiently through the gait cycle.
zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 is well-ventilated for summer runs
We have found that choosing this asics kostadinov shoe for hot summer days is not a problem. Even though it is not THE most breathable shoe, it is still effective in keeping the floor fresh.
Pumping smoke through the shoe's upper, we rated the shoe's ventilation capacity as 4 out of 5 where 5 is the most breathable.
asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' (left), Adidas Runfalcon (right)
Most of the air passes through the top of the toebox. See how large the ventilation pores are in this area.
Flat feet are nice and supported in the shoe
The overall structure of the asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' supports flat feet and encourages a straight gait.
It does so with the help of an integrated LITETRUSS Metarun which we found very effective yet unintrusive. It is a very gentle kind of arch support as in we didn't feel it but it was always there.
In addition to the shoo's supportive sole, it also comes with a really well-constructed upper and a moderately stiff heel counter. This GT shoe skips the famous "asics kostadinov clutch" by making the heel counter more forgiving. We rated its heel stiffness as 3 out of 5.
The zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 also features a ton of padding, particularly on the tongue. Our caliper shows a whopping 12.5 mm! This is mind-blowing considering that the average is 5.6 mm.
Not a stiff stability shoe
We found the zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 to be surprisingly flexible for a stability shoe. Based on our resistance check, it is 22% more pliable than the average for road running shoes. The zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 is also 14% more flexible than the Kayano 29.
In a manual assessment, we rated the shoe on a 1-5 scale where 5 is the stiffest. Its longitudinal flexibility got 2 out of 5 and the torsional flex got 3 out of 5.
Ample cushioning in each step
The zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 provided us with a good amount of underfoot comfort and cushioning all throughout the run. However, we found that the stack height of the shoe was lower than stated by the brand.
In a men's shoe, it is claimed to be 35 mm in the heel and 27 mm in the forefoot, which gives us an 8-mm drop. However, based on our caliper measurements, the heel is 30.7 mm thick...
...while the forefoot is 24.7 mm thick. This returns the heel-to-toe drop of 6.0 mm.
While this is not a deal-breaker, it's a warning to runners who may be expecting a highly cushioned ride.
asics kostadinov gel tactic 2 white aquarium.
A springy and firm experience from front to back
Out on the run, the asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' felt less like a marshmallow and more like a springboard. The ride was moderately firm which helped with stability and the toe-offs felt quite dynamic.
Having checked the shoe's midsole with a durometer, we can confirm that it has a balanced type of cushioning, neither too soft nor firm. It is 18% firmer than average though.
Such a balance is achieved through the dual-density midsole. The white foam is softer and the minty green one below it is made of a firmer compound.
Those running in chilly conditions need not worry about the cushioning firming up too much in this asics kostadinov shoe. After 20 minutes in the freezer, we found that the foam got only 10% firmer.
The asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' is a hugger
We enjoyed the overall fit of these daily runners. The shoe felt true to size and provided a snug foot-hugging experience.
Our toebox width measurement proves that the zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 has a slightly narrower-than-average toebox. At 95.6 mm in the widest part of the forefoot, it is 2 mm narrower than average. Thus, it can feel tight for wide feet. Luckily, this asics kostadinov shoe is available in Wide and Extra Wide options.
For medium-sized feet though, it was never a problem. It is a close-fitting shoe but it feels quite accommodating.
Average price for a stability shoe
The asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' is right at the average of spodnie asics kostadinov jak zawsze w dobrej jakości w dobrej cenie ($141) in terms of its price.
The asics kostadinov GT-II Sneakersnstuff SNS 'The Seventh Seal' is a more supportive Cumulus
Comparing this shoe with the Cumulus 24, we discovered that the zapatillas de running asics kostadinov distancias cortas talla 45.5 has a very similar toe-off and forefoot experience. Essentially, we felt as though the GT is the asics kostadinov Japan S 1204A008-101.
However, there are some notable differences that help to make the GT 2000 a more supportive option. Based on our durometer measurements, the cushioning of the GT is 35% firmer than that of the Cumulus.
Soft cushioning of the asics kostadinov Cumulus 24
When it comes to sole width, the GT 2000 also proves to have a wider platform. It is 115.0 mm wide in the forefoot and 92.8 mm in the heel, whereas the Cumulus is 108.9 mm and 86.1 mm wide respectively.
Reflective heel stripe
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