Our verdict
The ASICS FuzeTora came to the market with a well-mannered salvo, with people welcoming its street-ready design and seamless construction. Neutral pronators also loved the soft cushioning system and the lightweight nature of the materials. A trickling of complaints was directed at the uncomfortable inner lining of the upper, but they’re not too deal-breaking.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Casual sneaker design
- Soft underfoot cushioning
- Comfortable
Cons
- Inner walls tend to rub
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- A good choice for neutral pronators who run daily and want a lightweight and comfortable road running shoe.
- A good investment for shoe enthusiasts and weekend warriors who are looking for a casual sneaker design for jogging, walking, and all-day wear.
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The outsole unit of the ASICS FuzeTora makes use of a rubber layer that covers the entirety of the midsole’s bottom part. It helps protect against vintage while also doling out traction over the surfaces.
There are rounded traction nodes and triangular indentations on the surface of the rubber outsole. These patterns heighten grip and encourage flexibility.
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Ethylene vinyl acetate or EVA is the material that the FuzeTora’s midsole uses. This full-length compound offers responsive cushioning and impact attenuation as the runner goes through the gait cycle.
The foam unit’s medial and lateral sides are raised, acting as a wall or an inbuilt clip. This configuration helps in holding the heel and keeping it in place.
Staves off odor and sweat
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An Ortholite sock liner adds a bit more cushioning for the underfoot. It has antimicrobial and anti-moisture properties that stave off odor and sweat.
Allows airflow and breathability
A breathable mesh makes up the external section of the ASICS FuzeTora’s upper. This layer has a crisscross configuration that enables airflow, deflects small debris, and heightens durability.
The MONO-SOCK technology is comprised of a one-piece interior sleeve and a façade that doesn’t have a traditional tongue unit. It permits the feeling of wearing a sock, instead of a shoe.
Delivers foot security
A Ghillie lacing system semi-rounded shoelaces and discreet fabric eyelets that jut out from the midfoot part of the upper. These elements work together to provide a secure yet customizable fit.
Overlays made of thin synthetic materials bolster the instep, the sides, the heel, and the front. These inconspicuous films also help the lacing system in delivering foot security.
ASICS FuzeTora prevents accidental shoe-removals
The padded collar cushions the foot and prevents accidental shoe removals.
A pull tab is stitched on the front section of the collar’s opening. This loop makes it less of a chore to wear the ASICS FuzeTora.