ASICS

Metaspeed Ray

ASICS' lightest super shoe, built on full-length FF Leap foam and a minimal three-quarter carbon plate. Remarkably light and lively, but the narrow midfoot asks for a steady, efficient stride.

Racing5K to half marathon

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Where to buy the Metaspeed Ray

RRP around £265. Tap through for today's price.

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What it feels like

lightbouncypropulsive
FirmCushionPlush
MutedBounceSpringy
LowStackTowering

Fit

True to size

True to size with a snug race heel and midfoot and a slightly roomier forefoot.

standard

What the critics say

  • Astonishingly light, close to a track spike
  • Soft, bouncy, well-rockered ride
  • Comfortable upper with good forefoot room
  • Narrow midfoot feels unstable on tight turns
  • Durability likely below average

Paraphrased from published reviews. Read them: Doctors of Running, Marathon Handbook.

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The numbers

Type
Race day
Weight
129 g
Heel stack
39.5 mm
Drop
5 mm
Plate
Carbon plate
Support
Neutral

Men's sample size.

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