Traction is fine...until it rains
A runner who has tested the GT 800 on a rainy day claims that grip is his only gripe with the shoe. It slips on concrete, slate, and tiles, making him extra wary when it's wet weather.
Table of contents VerdictProsConsWho should buy the ASICS GT 800Who should NOT buy itRonnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte V Volcano jay__macStability shouldn't always be at the expense of comfortYou're up for some funASICS Womens WMNS GT 2000 9 Black Techno Cyan Black Techno Cyan 1012A859-003Fits medium to narrow-width feet bestTraction is fine...until it rainsValue couldn't be better
Overview
Our verdict
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The GT 800 from ASICS is a La MJC x ASICS Gel-Lyte III for overpronators (runners whose feet roll inward) who want to take it easy on the road. It offers loads of underfoot support that keeps you steady in your short to mid-distance runs at an affordable price of. Even more, it goes outside of running. Whether you're hitting the gym, or casually taking a stroll 'round town, the ASICS GT 800 is a keeper.
Pros
- Insanely comfortable
- Asics x Andersson Bell Gel-100 Glacier-Grey Silver UK 11 US 12 EU 46.5
- Lightweight build
- Fun and bouncy ride
- Awesome lockdown and fit
- Great-value purchase
- Así como la combinación de las tecnologías más punteras de ASICS Running
- Versatile for walking and gym training
Cons
- Asics Cushioning Socken 2 Paare
- Lacks grip on wet areas
Who should buy the ASICS GT 800
Calças ASICS Lite-Show preto mate daily trainers that performs best in short to mid-distance runs. And unlike most support shoes, it offers a cushy ride, which one of the runners finds as "best for leisure running!" So if you're planning to take it slow, this is the perfect must-have for you. Want to make the most out of it? A reviewer also says that it's "perfect for all-day walking."
Who should NOT buy it
For Sleeve-footed runners, the ASICS GT 800 is not the roomiest, which is why it would be better to go for the ASICS Kayano 28 instead if you don't mind spending a few more bucks. And if you want planted strides even on slick pavements, the ASICS GT 1000 10 has an "amazing grip" as one expert would put it.
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte V Volcano jay__mac
ASICS Gel Noosa Tri 12 Safety Yellow Hot Pink Hombre.
As a stability shoe, the ASICS GT 800 is a pure stunner. So much so that one of the reviewers mentions that it has "great support for [her] flat feet!" Another adds, "[I] love these trainers" because according to him, it doesn't just keep his naturally flat feet well-supported; it also eases his knee pain, which he considers a plus.
Chiming in these feedbacks, an avid road runner raves over the GT 800 stating, "honestly, my running is 100% better," because the shoe keeps his foot stable and supported.
Stability shouldn't always be at the expense of comfort
Natural enough, this is the case with the ASICS GT 800. Comments range from "super comfy" to "extremely comfortable." It has great cushioning, reports one critic, "Now my feet won't bleed at the end of the day!" says he.
Another verified buyer who says he has gifted a pair to his son shares that his son is extremely happy with his shoes as they are very comfy.
You're up for some fun
"They make my runs much more enjoyable!" This is what an experienced road runner says about his pair of ASICS GT 800s. It's bouncy; another commenter who says he has given his daughter a pair claims that "she's absolutely chuffed with her new shoes" because they're so light and springy.
ASICS Womens WMNS GT 2000 9 Black Techno Cyan Black Techno Cyan 1012A859-003
At 241 grams/8.5 ounces in men's US 9, the ASICS GT 800 is light in its own right. On average, La MJC x ASICS Gel-Lyte IIIs weigh in at 297 grams/10.5 ounces.
Fits medium to narrow-width feet best
The GT 800 fits true to size for both medium and narrow-footed runners, and according to the reviews, it offers an amazing fit. The shoe's overall wrap sits on the narrower end, which they find ideal for better support.
However, this can be an issue for Sleeve-footed runners. Some of the testers have expressed that it can be too narrow; one of them even sent his pair back. Another adds that he had to go a half size up before finding the fit perfect.
If you have broad feet and want a more comfortable fit, it would be best to try on the shoe first before buying it.
Value couldn't be better
When it comes to the shoe's quality and performance, some of the comments left by long-time ASICS fans are:
- "really comfortable and smart-looking shoe at an excellent price"
- "excellent quality and comfort"
- "the shoes were fantastic, and the price was good"
At $90, a happy buyer has this to say: "I simply love them!" She just couldn't believe that the ASICS GT 800 is a sub-$100 running shoe. Even more, she's awestruck that she can also wear it to the gym and to her walks.
