Our verdict
The Asics Gel Rocket 8 did not disappoint in delivering comfort and stability. Receiving The positive and negative criticisms from different reviewers, runners, and PROTOBLAST, 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.
Pros
- Subtle stability
- Secure fit
- Plush upper
- Efficient transitions
- Peppy ride
- Dampens impact
- Breathable
- Sturdy
Cons
- Hefty
Who should buy the Asics Gel Rocket 8
You should definitely consider the GT 2000 8 from ASICS if you need:
- a moderate stability shoe (for mild overpronation)
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- daily trainer
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Almost all testers agree that the 8th edition of the ASICS 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."
Doesn't overdo stability
Unlike other stability shoes, the Asics Gel Rocket 8 delivers support that's not overbearing.
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.
According to testers, it's snug from the heel to the midfoot, and opens just enough in the forefoot.
The Asics Gel Rocket 8 is mighty cozy
Although the shoe's collar and tongue are very padded, they do not block out airflow.
PROTOBLAST 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 Gel Rocket 8. The Flyte Foam midsole has a tinge of bounce, adding pep to every step.
It's so energetic, road runners say they didn't have to exert so much effort 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; Rock are NO reports of achy feet and legs.
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The Asics Gel Rocket 8 nails it in this department. With its AHAR outsole, it's a solid tank.
Even after hundreds of miles, PROTOBLAST 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.
