The most striking advance here is durability without weight, where formerly weight was added as a means to withstand the force of the ground below. Not like a trail shoe or something- they're nowhere near that narrow in terms of specificity. But it packs that kind of consistency and performance that convinces the wearer that this shoe is the shoe for the everyday- the long miles or the brisk walks. I concede that the comfort no doubt plays a small part in that opinion because this the seventh variation on the 2000 series and like those that preceded in the series, it doesn't give in or wear out easily. Take the ORTHOLITE SOCKLINER for moisture management or the Guidance Line midsole for better energy return. Those are those little things that make the shoes comfortable. That's these shoes M.O. Formally, for reliable stability, only they work to ensure that durable versatility is apparent rather than implied. Say they're a training shoe with speed characteristics. Say they're running shoe with daily-use capabilities. Say they're both. Hope they stay that way.
Midsole
ASICS lightest weight midsole formulation that provides continuous cushion thanks to organic nano fibers.
FlyteFoam Lyte Technology
Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL Technology Cushioning System attenuates shock during impact and toe-off phases, and allows movement in multiple planes as the foot transitions through the gait cycle.
Guidance Trusstic System Technology
Trusstic system Technology integrates Guidance Line construction for enhanced gait efficiency while providing midfoot structural integrity.
Guidance Line Midsole Technology
DYNAMIC DUOMAX SUPPORT SYSTEM This evolution of DuoMax system enhances stability and support, with reduced weight and increased platform support.
Upper
ORTHOLITE SOCKLINER moisture management (ortholite is a registered trademark of ATP manufacturing LLC)
Outsole
Vertical Flex Groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency.
AHAR Outsole Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
Asics design philosophy that employs linked componentry to enhance the foot’s natural gait from heel strike to toe-off.
