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Designed for severe overpronators, the ASICS® Gel Evolution 5 features a DuoMax® Support System that won’t interfere with the foot’s natural motion. GEL® cushioning technology attenuates shock on impact, and the Solyte® midsole ensures a smooth ride.Amazon.com Product Description
The GEL-Evolution 5, the flagship model in the ASICS Maximum Support category, provides exceptional stability for the severe over pronator without blocking the foot’s natural … More >>
ASICS Men’s GEL-Evolution 5 Running Shoe
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#1 by Demian Vasquez on December 26, 2009 - 1:33 am
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The shoes where in excellent status, the shipment was very very fast!!!… I’m very happy with the purchase
Rating: 4 / 5
#2 by Gary Christopher on December 26, 2009 - 3:42 am
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I’ve been using Asics for years . I went from the GT series to the Evolution series starting with the Evolution 4. I know the Evolution 5 is geared for heavier runners and also those who over pronate.At 5’6” 135 lbs, I don’t fit the first category, but I sure fit the second. I have no arch at all, one leg 1/4 longer than the other, bow legs. I’ve been running for 42 years and now do 10K a day.So I’m no spring chicken. I’m here to say that, for me, these are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. By a mile. Plus the support is great.I use them with a custom orthodic and my legs and feet never felt better. My only complaint is that the first couple times I wore them I found my self getting a little more tired than usual at the 5 mile mark. Then I looked at my watch and noticed that I was running the first 8 Kilometers 2 minutes faster than ever before. These darn things were making me faster too.I just ordered 2 more pairs because at about 200 miles a month, I go through them real quick.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by S. Sanchez on December 26, 2009 - 3:59 am
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Great shoe, true to size. Comfortable and lightweight. Had the Gel-Evolution 4 prior and liked it a lot, so went with the new model and it’s just as great.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Charles E. Arms on December 26, 2009 - 4:57 am
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I purchased these shoes after putting about 350 miles on my Brooks Beasts. I wanted something lighter and more “contemporary” than the Beast. These shoes felt great when I tried them on the first time, and with the reputation of Asics, I was confident in my purchase.
For your reference, about me: I’m 6’3″, 235 lbs, athletic build runner. Wide foot. Medium arch. I run four times a week with each run being at least 4 miles and never more than 8. I have averaged about 22-23 miles weekly for a while. I have been professionally fitted for running shoes and require a high-quality, motion control shoe.
The first several times that I ran in the shoes, I LOVED them. The lighter weight and flexibility cut 15-20 seconds off my splits instantly. They were VERY comfortable and a true joy to run in. But unfortunately, that was short lived. About 60-70 miles into their use, the arches started to break down. Soon after, I began to experience mild ankle discomfort and moderate knee pain just as I had when my Beasts hit about 300 miles. As I continued to run, the discomforts worsened. At 100 miles, I replaced the insoles with a Superfeet insoles. This improved the arch support, but mostly destroyed the comfort and flexibility characteristics of the shoe. It’s like running in the Beasts, only without the cushion. I have about 140-150 miles on them now, and they are shot. The sole foam is significantly compressed. I have been running in them only twice a week and using my old Beasts for the two longer runs.
Overall, I am disappointed in these shoes and Asics in general. I have many friends (most seem to be smaller) who are serious runners and swear by the brand. I definitely would not consider buying another pair of these for my general running. I might buy another pair to keep exclusively for races, as I feel like I can fly in them. Maybe there is a happy medium out there in another shoe?
Rating: 2 / 5
#5 by Daniel J. Swearingen on December 26, 2009 - 6:03 am
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I’m a “Clydesdale” (over 200 lb.) runner with chronic shin splint problems stemming from over-pronation (foot rolling inwards, or flat feet). I usually buy Asics 2130′s and have gone through at least 10 pairs in the last few years. This is my first time trying this GEL-Evolution 5 shoe.
After two five-mile runs I can confirm that these GEL-Evolution 5′s are great and will hold off the shin splints for many more miles than other shoes I’ve tried. These shoes feel very hard compared to other shoes and I worried this would be a problem but after two miles I noticed that the usual onset of lower leg pain was just not happening. The subsequent three miles of the run went great and I found I was able to increase my pace over the end of the run.
Padding under the front is firm. Padding under the heel is very solid. As you land the foot plants and there is no wiggle as your weight loads onto the planted foot. This is good for the knees and great for the lower shins.
If you are a light person you may find these shoes to be too hard.
Rating: 5 / 5