Our verdict

tenis asics feminino gel shogun 3 azul claro retros as stylish, innovative, and ultra-comfy (as verified in our lab!) as the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые. We had so much fun rocking this summer-ready basketball shoe, and we could even wear it on days when we wanted to shake up our looks. Apart from its signature split tongue, we loved the striking mix of coloured patterns in a luxe finish.

Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24 Pros

  • Electrifying ‘90s look
  • Splendidly comfy
  • Easy to slip on and off
  • Asics Gel-Diablo weiß und rosa Herren Turnschuhe Größe US 10 EU 44 refcrs 96
  • Durable structure
  • Breathable
  • Premium materials
  • Reliable grip

Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24 Cons

  • Narrow platform
  • Narrow platform

Who should buy

After all the tests that we did on it, we found the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые most suitable for wearers who:

  • ASICS Gel-Kayano 21 Awake NY ASICS
  • Зимние кроссовки asics gel lyte mt boot черные
  • prioritise foot containment above all else.
  • Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24

Who should NOT buy

This shoe has a combination of a narrow platform and a not-so-stiff base, which might put the shoe's overall stability in jeopardy during our test walks. Sure, there were compensatory features such as the stiff heel counter and thickly padded tongue, but the two stability-compromising features might push some to gain confidence in the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые. They are better off with the RS-X from PUMA.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые spread out

Cushioning

Heel stack

Just by looking at it, we could already tell that the heel part of the French is just as thick as the usual sneaker. Our calliper measured it to be 34.1 mm thick.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые heel closeup

But don't get us wrong, we don't have complaints at all. The heel provided just the right amount of bounce and compressive that kept our walks and runs comfortable.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Heel stack
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 34.1 mm
Average 30.2 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
16.9 mm
Heel stack
50.5 mm

Forefoot stack

Just like the heel, the forefoot is just average. Our calliper in the lab pegged its thickness at 21.1 mm.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые forefoot

This setup allowed us to feel the ground more at the forefoot, giving us a more natural stepping experience.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Forefoot stack
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 21.2 mm
Average 19.2 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
9.7 mm
Forefoot stack
29.5 mm

Drop

The heel was not prominently elevated. The whole French also did not feel especially high. Because of this, heel-to-toe transitions were quite smooth.

When we measured the heel-to-toe drop, it was indeed just around the average. Our calculations pegged it at 12.9 mm.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Drop
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 12.9 mm
Average 11.1 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
3.5 mm
Drop
17.2 mm

French softness

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

We were quite pleased with the plushness of the French. It was not too much to cause instability; it was not too stiff, either. 

Our in-lab HA durometer gave it a rating of 22.1, making it just slightly softer than the average French.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые French softness
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 22.1 HA
Average 29.1 HA
Asics Sko Istandsat Conviction X 2.
Compared to 76 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
15.0 HA
French softness (soft to firm)
46.4 HA

Insole thickness

We did not feel anything different with the removable insole. It was soft, it was comfortable, and it practically did what it was supposed to do. Hence, we were surprised (well, just a little) when our calliper measured it to be slightly thinner than average at 3.8 mm.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Insole thickness
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 3.8 mm
Average 5.1 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
3.1 mm
Insole thickness
11.5 mm

Size and fit

Size

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые is true to size (15 votes).

New Mens Concepts X Asics Black Widow Hyperstrike Miami Art?

1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 110 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

zapatillas de running ASICS niño niña talla 33.5 negras

On foot, the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые did not feel any different than most other retro trainers. It was close-fitting but not tight on our medium-width feet.

To see how it measures up to other trainers, we created a mould of the shoe's interiors using proprietary gel. And once the mould froze solid, we measures its dimensions with a digital calliper.

Just as expected, we got a standard reading of 92.9 mm in the widest part of the mould. This should fit a medium foot just finr but if you need more space, this ASICS kick is also offered in wide.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые zapatillas de running ASICS niño niña talla 33.5 negras
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 92.9 mm
Average 92.3 mm
Compared to 75 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
85.4 mm
zapatillas de running ASICS niño niña talla 33.5 negras
96.8 mm

Asics GEL-HYPERSPEED 5

The calliper showed another standard reading in the narrower part of the mould as well. The ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 is 68.6 mm wide near the big toe. The taper angle is pretty mild here.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Asics GEL-HYPERSPEED 5
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 68.6 mm
Average 68.8 mm
Compared to 75 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
63.9 mm
Asics GEL-HYPERSPEED 5
74.1 mm

Toebox height

The shoe's vertical space didn't bring any surprises either. With a toebox height of 27.0 mm, it puts no pressure on the toes.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Toebox height
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 27.0 mm
Average 27.8 mm
Compared to 75 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
20.7 mm
Toebox height
35.0 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

Stability was not an issue with this shoe. The French was not too high and the sidewalls were stiff enough to keep our feet in place.

Torsional rigidity

The Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые's twist resistance was not the best when we were testing it in our strolls, but it also was not the worst (try walking in the Mens Red Asics Trainers to see what we mean!). As long as it's used not so aggressively on debris-free surfaces, this shoe should be fine. It still got a considerable 3 out of 5 for torsional rigidity, after all.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

Aside from being durable, the heel counter also felt immensely stiff. Not once did we feel that our feet were going to pop out of the shoe because of how securely the heel counters were clasping them. A good but well-resisted squeeze in the lab was all it took to convince us to give this shoe's heel counter a perfect 5 for stiffness.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 5
Average 3.2
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

asics gel lyte 3 tai chi yellow

The platform of the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые is generally narrower than average. At the forefoot, it is only 100.0 mm wide, making it 9% narrower than the typical sneaker.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые French width in the forefoot
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 100.0 mm
Average 108.5 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
95.1 mm
asics gel lyte 3 tai chi yellow
121.0 mm

zapatillas de running ASICS mujer pie cavo talla 48 negras

Кроссовки asics gel-venture® 8 сша.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые heel width

Narrow platforms often lead to problems with stability. Fortunately, we did not experience such issues while wearing the ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 from ASICS because the stiff sidewalls and secure heel counter successfully compensated for what the platform lacked. Admittedly though, having this configuration resulted in a tighter fit, which we know is preferred by some.

However, if a relatively wide platform is what's desired for a more forgiving fit, getting the PUMA RS-X ASICS Womens WMNS 27 MK Light Steel Light Steel White.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 76.8 mm
Average 83.6 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
67.7 mm
zapatillas de running ASICS mujer pie cavo talla 48 negras
103.1 mm

Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24 | Flexibility / Stiffness

The Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые offered a good deal of flexibility. It was able to fairly accommodate the natural flexions of our feet.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые linear flexibility

We tested it in the lab, and we saw that it needed only 17.2N of force to bend at 90 degrees, making it 22% more flexible than the average sneaker.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 17.2N
Average 23.4N
The Concepts x ASICS GEL-Lyte III Otoro.
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
5.8N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
51.8N

Weight

Because of the durability of several of its parts, we expected the ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 from ASICS to be on the heavier side. Thankfully, we thought wrong. This sneaker is even slightly lighter at 12.7 ounces or 361 grammes.

Because of its weight and impressive breathability, we could wear this shoe for long periods without feeling any pain or discomfort.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Weight
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 12.73 oz (361g)
Average 13.76 oz (390g)
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
8.50 oz (241g)
Weight
20.49 oz (581g)

Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24 | Breathability

Even if our walks lasted long, we didn't have problems with sticky and stinky feet. The airiness of the ASICS Gel Lyte 3 was pretty effective in keeping our feet fresh. 

We pumped smoke into the shoe to see if it could escape through the upper material. As shown in the video above, the smoke easily seeped through the upper. We were even more impressed when we compared the upper's performance with that of the Asics S Sonoma 15-50 Ld24. With that shoe, the smoke that we pumped barely escaped through the pretty closed-off upper material.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые microscope upper

We also assessed the material used in the upper of the Lyte III, and we were delighted to see pores in between weaves. 

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые upper closeup

Both light and smoke get to pass without much issue. The Gel Lyte 3 from ASICS truly deserves the 4 out of 5 that it got from us for ventilation. It's already a huge bonus that this material also feel premium.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 4
Average 3
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Leather/Suede quality

Compared to materials such as plastic and fabric, leather is more resistant to flame. We used our torch to determine the authenticity of the suede material used in the upper.

After being exposed to the naked flame from our torch, only the tiny fibres on the suede's velvety surface got burned. After removing the burnt part with our awl, we still saw the fairly intact suede underneath. The verdict? Legit. It's real suede.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 Real suede

Toebox durability

The upper has overlays in the most critical area to make it more resistant to abrasion. But the longevity of the shoe rests largely on the exposed parts, so our Dremel targeted such an area.

To our delight, the material displayed moderate resistance to pressure. It got a 3 out of 5 from us for durability.

Given such observations, we don't have qualms using this shoe even on slightly harsh surfaces.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Toebox durability
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 3
Average 3.7
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

To the touch, the heel counter truly felt stiff and unrelenting, so we already expected that it would display a considerable degree of resistance to our Dremel drilling.

True enough, our device merely left a scratch on the surface of the heel padding. It got a 4 out of 5 from us for this amazing display of durability.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Heel padding durability
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

Compared to the average, the outsole of the Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые felt just a little harder. Our HC durometer gave it a rating of 89.8, which is almost equal to the rating received by the Asics Stramt High Waist 2.

We do not question the capacity of both shoes to resist the pressures of normal sneaker use. We skipped and  leaped a lot during our tests, and the Lyte 3 was definitely able to keep up.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Outsole hardness
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 89.8 HC
Average 85.7 HC
Asics Sko Istandsat Conviction X 2.
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
76.1 HC
Outsole hardness
94.0 HC

Outsole durability

To test the durability of the outsole, we also subjected it to our high-pressure Dremel drilling. The resulting dent is only 0.8 mm deep, which is slightly lower than average.

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Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Outsole durability
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 0.8 mm
Average 1.1 mm
Compared to 93 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

In addition to being slightly more durable, the outsole is also slightly thicker than average. Our calliper measured it to be 6.7 mm thick.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Outsole thickness
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 6.7 mm
Average 5.3 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
2.9 mm
Outsole thickness
8.6 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

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Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые

Reflective elements

This sneaker has a reflective 'ASICS' logo right at the back of the collar. Aside from attracting compliments, this thoughtful add-on also helped increase our visibility during the night.

Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 Yes

Tongue padding

Given its stiff heel counter, responsive sidewalls, fully gusseted design, and now its thickly padded tongue, we feel it's safe to say that the ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 from ASICS is big on foot containment.

Our calliper measured the tongue padding to be 12.6 mm thick, and it's easily one of the thickest that we have ever seen. Aside from providing plush comfort on top of the foot, the thick padding also helped ensure a snug fit and pretty secure lockdown.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Tongue padding
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 12.6 mm
Average 9.3 mm
Compared to 94 trainers
Asics Zapatillas Running Patriot 12 Gs Black White
0.7 mm
Tongue padding
23.0 mm

ASICS Gel Kayano Trainer Purple Blue-Red

This sneaker comes with a very unique split-tongue design. We enjoyed the smugness of it and found that it creates a lot of support on the sides of the upper.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые ASICS Gel Kayano Trainer Purple Blue-Red
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 None

Heel tab

Because of how easy it was to put this sneaker on and take it off, we almost did not even notice that the ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 does not have any heel counter!

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Heel tab
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 None

Removable insole

This ASICS sneaker has a removable insole, and it was easy to get it out of the shoe when we needed to wear orthotics and other add-ons.

Кроссовки asics gel-xalion 3 для тренировок nike беговые Removable insole
Test results
ASICS GelFlux 4 1012A523-104 Yes