Our verdict

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The asics tokyo GT 2000 8 did not disappoint in delivering comfort and stability. Receiving both positive and negative criticisms from different reviewers, runners, and experts, the overall reception of the shoe has been leaning towards positive. Many runners are very appreciative of the sufficient support provided by the shoe and the stable ride it supplies. Despite having some concerns with its weight, a number of users still lauded the shoe for being very responsive.

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  • Subtle stability
  • Secure fit
  • Plush upper
  • Efficient transitions
  • Peppy ride
  • Dampens impact
  • Breathable
  • Sturdy

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  • Hefty

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You should definitely consider the GT 2000 8 from asics tokyo if you need: 

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If you're a supinator (feet roll outward), you can disregard the asics tokyo GT 2000 8. Look through these asics tokyo Braid 2 για Τρέξιμο instead. 

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Almost all testers agree that the 8th edition of the asics tokyo GT 2000 is a "much-improved" version of its predecessor. They all say: 

  • "It has less weight." (10.6 oz vs 10.4 oz in US M 9) 
  • "The Flyte Foam midsole is softer." 
  • "It's more breathable." 

asics tokyo GT 2000 8 upper

Doesn't overdo stability

Unlike other stability shoes, the asics tokyo GT 2000 8 delivers support that's not overbearing. 

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To this, runners agree. According to them, it delivers a "highly stable" ride but with a feel of a neutral running shoe. 

Comfortably secure

The engineered mesh upper is not just soft. It also has a sock-like wrap that amps up the shoe's support and does not irritate the foot. 

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According to testers, it's snug from the heel to the midfoot, and opens just enough in the forefoot. 

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Although the shoe's collar and tongue are very padded, they do not block out airflow.

asics tokyo GT 2000 8 padded collar

Experts who have tested the shoe out in hot weather conditions report that they never felt warm in the shoe. 

Efficient transitions

This is thanks to the flex grooves on the outsole of the GT 2000 8. It allows the natural motions of the foot, and heel-to-toe transitions are easy and seamless. 

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"Highly responsive." 

This is how reviewers describe the asics tokyo GT 2000 8. The Flyte Foam midsole has a tinge of bounce, adding pep to every step. 

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It's so energetic, road runners say they didn't have to exert so much tempo to maintain their pace.

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True to how it's always been, the Gel tech placed in the shoe's rearfoot eat up all the impact; there are NO reports of achy feet and legs. 

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The asics tokyo GT 2000 8 nails it in this department. With its AHAR outsole, it's a solid tank. 

asics tokyo GT 2000 8 ahar outsole

Even after hundreds of miles, experts say the shoe is holding up "extremely well." 

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Although it sheds off some weight, critics still find the shoe "quite heavy," especially for a daily trainer. 

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