Brand: Asics

Category: Running Racing

Recommended by Brian Whitfield, Runner — Colorado

Highlights: stability, durable

Price: $270

Who it's for: Runners looking for a lightweight, fast shoe suited to roads, tracks, and firm flat surfaces — not technical or uneven terrain.
What people are saying: Hosts consistently praise the foam and the feeling of speed, with one calling it a favorite for fast flats and track workouts; the main caveat is that the shoe demands very even surfaces, with one host comparing the stability to wearing high heels.
Worth noting: One host notes a fit of USW11 for a typical EU43.1/3 foot, so sizing is worth checking carefully. One host also found it handles gravel reasonably well despite the stability caveat, though notes are otherwise thin on durability or long-term wear.

Brian Whitfield's review

Hands down the nicest foam on the market.

Recommended by Brian Whitfield, Runner

Frequently asked questions

Who is the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo for?

Runners looking for a lightweight, fast shoe suited to roads, tracks, and firm flat surfaces — not technical or uneven terrain.

What do experts say about the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo?

Hosts consistently praise the foam and the feeling of speed, with one calling it a favorite for fast flats and track workouts; the main caveat is that the shoe demands very even surfaces, with one host comparing the stability to wearing high heels.

What should you know before buying the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo?

One host notes a fit of USW11 for a typical EU43.1/3 foot, so sizing is worth checking carefully. One host also found it handles gravel reasonably well despite the stability caveat, though notes are otherwise thin on durability or long-term wear.

What does Brian Whitfield say about the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo?

Hands down the nicest foam on the market.

Why does Brian Whitfield recommend Asics?

Brian Whitfield recommends the Asics ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo for running racing. Hands down the nicest foam on the market.

Is the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo a good running racing?

Yes — Brian Whitfield recommends the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo by Asics as their running racing pick. Hands down the nicest foam on the market.

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ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo

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Who it's for: Runners looking for a lightweight, fast shoe suited to roads, tracks, and firm flat surfaces — not technical or uneven terrain.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently praise the foam and the feeling of speed, with one calling it a favorite for fast flats and track workouts; the main caveat is that the shoe demands very even surfaces, with one host comparing the stability to wearing high heels.
Worth noting: One host notes a fit of USW11 for a typical EU43.1/3 foot, so sizing is worth checking carefully. One host also found it handles gravel reasonably well despite the stability caveat, though notes are otherwise thin on durability or long-term wear.

ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo

Who it's for: Runners looking for a lightweight, fast shoe suited to roads, tracks, and firm flat surfaces — not technical or uneven terrain.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently praise the foam and the feeling of speed, with one calling it a favorite for fast flats and track workouts; the main caveat is that the shoe demands very even surfaces, with one host comparing the stability to wearing high heels.
Worth noting: One host notes a fit of USW11 for a typical EU43.1/3 foot, so sizing is worth checking carefully. One host also found it handles gravel reasonably well despite the stability caveat, though notes are otherwise thin on durability or long-term wear.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Brian

What other hosts are saying

4 experts recommend the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Tokyo.

Makena Morley, Professional Runner (Roads, Trails...)

This is my favorite fast flat or track workout shoe! It is so light and does well on gravel too!

Recommended in Normal Training Day

Lara Hamilton, Mountain Athlete | Olympian | Coach & Creative

These make you feel FAST on the roads (because they actually do make you faster), and they look good. I find them forgiving enough for a super shoe. I definitely would stick to super even surfaces in these because for me it's like wearing high heels. I've had nothing but great results in these. Fit is a USW11 on me, and typically I fit anything EU43.1/3

Recommended in The Road 10k Line-Up

Pamela Price, Ninja Runner

Wouldn’t run a marathon without these. I’m a size 7 and I go with true to size here.

Recommended in Marathon must haves