Our verdict
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Pros
- Incredible value for the price
- Cushioned and soft midsole
- Offers great stability
- GEL technology in the heel
- zapatillas de running ASICS constitución media voladoras maratón talla 34.5
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- Asics x Ronnie Fieg Gel-Mai 'Militia' 2016
Cons
- Flytefoam could offer better energy return
- Asics Gel Nimbus 5
Audience verdict
Comparison
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Audience score | 81 Good! | 87 Great! | 88 Great! | 85 Good! | |
Price | $100 | $140 | $140 | $160 | |
Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | |
Arch support | Stability | Stability | Stability | Stability | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 9.6 Tênis Asics Gel-Shogun 4 Cinza Laranja 9.5 oz / 269g | 9.7 oz / 275g 9.5 oz / 269g | 10.1 oz / 286g 10.4 Asics Spring Summer 2013 2014 Teaser | 9.8 oz / 278g 9.9 oz / 281g | |
Drop lab Drop brand | 7.2 mm 8.0 mm | 7.0 mm 6.0 mm | 12.6 mm 12.0 mm | 8.5 mm 8.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | Heel | HeelMid/forefoot | |
Midsole softness | Soft | Balanced | Soft | Balanced | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Big | Small | Big | Normal | |
Toebox durability | Bad | Decent | Bad | - | |
Asics Gel Lyte 3 Zadehkicks | Good | Good | Good | - | |
Outsole durability | Good | Good | Good | - | |
Breathability | Breathable | Moderate | Breathable | Breathable | |
Toebox width at the widest part | Medium | Wide | Medium | Medium | |
asics tiger x gmbh gel kayano | Medium | Medium | Medium | - | |
Stiffness | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | |
Difference in stiffness in cold | Small | Small | Normal | Big | |
Torsional rigidity | Moderate | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | |
Heel counter stiffness | Moderate | Stiff | Stiff | Moderate | |
Rocker | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | |
Heel lab Heel brand | 30.2 mm 30.0 mm | 34.9 mm 35.0 mm | 34.1 mm 36.0 mm | 31.8 mm 22.0 mm | |
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 23.0 mm 22.0 mm | 27.9 mm 29.0 mm | 21.5 mm 24.0 mm | 23.3 mm 14.0 mm | |
Widths available | NormalWideX-Wide | NormalWide | NarrowNormalWideX-Wide | Normal | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | Summer | Winter | Summer | Summer | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #188 Bottom 25% | #82 Top 33% | #67 Top 27% | #139 Bottom 44% | |
Popularity | #113 Top 46% | #56 Top 23% | #9 Top 4% | #230 Bottom 8% |
ASICS Hyper Speed más para asfalto | Who should buy
The ASICS Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City stands out for several reasons. We found that it's a top pick for:
- Folks looking for a budget-friendly and plush stability shoe.
- Vivienne Westwood x Asics Collection.
- Anyone on the hunt for a stability running shoe that offers out-of-this-world breathability and comfort.
Who should NOT buy
The key area where we found the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City might not meet everyone's expectations is its midsole. By today's standards, it's on the thinner side. If you're in the market for a shoe with more cushioning, you might be left wanting. For those seeking more foam, the Asics Lite-Show 2011C111 Jasje and Hoka Gaviota 5 are solid choices, but they come with a heftier price tag.
In our view, runners who lean towards a shoe with a natural, firmer feel and better energy return might need to look elsewhere. The Saucony Guide 16 is a nice alternative for them, as the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City isn't designed with these features in mind.
Breathability
Hyper-breathable monomesh uppers often feature in premium, pricey shoes like the ASICS Metaspeed Sky+. However, the GT 1000's 12th version by ASICS challenges that notion, offering a top-tier upper at an affordable rate.
We're always excited for the breathability test in our lab. It's not just because watching it is fascinating, but it truly helps us gauge airflow in every shoe.
After employing our smoke-pumping machine on the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City, we happily awarded it a perfect 5/5 score. This score demonstrates its impressive performance!
So, how does this shoe achieve such stellar airflow? We discovered that it's largely due to the countless breathability holes in the upper.
Unlike many other shoes that have these holes primarily in the toebox, the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City boasts them in the medial section too. This is a rare feature and can be game-changing for runners in warmer regions.
Finally, we turned to our microscope in the lab. We wanted to closely inspect those breathability holes.
Upon closer look, we found that ASICS uses a two-layer setup in the engineered mesh, ensuring that while air flows freely, the holes are still protected.
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 5 |
Average | 3.8 |
ASICS Hyper Speed más para asfalto | Durability
Toebox durability
Typically, when shoes excel in airflow, they compromise on the durability of the upper, and we found this to be true here.
Sadly, after putting the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City to the test, we had to gave it a mere 1/5. The upper couldn't withstand our Dremel and passed away in record time. The comparison with the On Cloudswift 3 is striking.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-toebox-durability-20483072-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 1 |
Average | 2.4 |
Asics Gel Lyte 3 Zadehkicks
When we examined the heel, we had admittedly low expectations. Often, a low score in the toebox tends to indicate a similar outcome in the heel padding. Yet, this ASICS pleasantly surprised us. We were genuinely astounded by the results—an impressive perfect score of 5/5, a rarity in this test.
For runners who often experience wear and tear in the heel padding, this shoe might be the answer. The leap from the ASICS GlideRide 3 is truly remarkable—such a significant improvement!
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Asics Gel Lyte 3 Zadehkicks](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-heel-padding-durability-20483074-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 5 |
Average | 3.1 |
Outsole hardness
Turning our attention to the outsole, we initially wanted to assess the amount of exposed foam. In our lab tests of the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City, we discovered that the shoe had about a 60/40 coverage.
This design features smart cutouts in the forefoot, primarily for enhanced flexibility, but we'll delve into that later.
When we measured the outsole's hardness, we found a 74.8 HC result. This is on the softer side, which likely contributes to the impressive grip we felt during testing. However, we're left wondering: might this affect its long-term durability?
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-outsole-hardness-20483075-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 74.8 HC |
Average | 80.5 HC |
Outsole durability
The answer is... no!
We put the Dremel to work one more time and were pleased to discover that it only managed to create a 0.7-mm indentation in the rubber.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-outsole-durability-20483073-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 0.7 mm |
Average | 0.9 mm |
Outsole thickness
Adding to its impressive features, the ASICS designers made sure to prioritise durability in the shoe's outsole.
In our lab tests, we measured 4.8 mm of rubber—significantly more than the average shoe. They clearly wanted to ensure that this one wouldn't wear out quickly.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-outsole-thickness-20483076-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 4.8 mm |
Average | 3.2 mm |
Weight
And there's more good news! Weighing in at a sleek 9.6 oz (271g), this shoe is a standout contender for the best budget-friendly stability shoe out there. It's not that usual for us to test stability shoes that weigh below 10 oz.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-weight-20483108-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 9.56 oz (271g) |
Average | 9.35 oz (265g) |
Cushioning
Heel stack
When we examined the midsole, we found a 30.2 mm stack height in the heel. While this might seem low-profile compared to current trends, it provides a respectable amount of cushioning.
Yet, for heavy runners who aim to have more cushion combined with support, the Brooks GTS Adrenaline 23 ASICS Gel-Lyte V Atmos "Black and Gold".
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-heel-stack-20483084-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 30.2 mm |
Average | 33.6 mm |
Forefoot stack
At the forefoot measuring point, we discovered a stack height of 23.0 mm.
This is much like what we found in the heel—ample for most runners and a good balance for maintaining a lighter shoe weight.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-forefoot-stack-20483086-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 23.0 mm |
Average | 25.0 mm |
Drop
The difference between the heel and forefoot gives a 7.2-mm heel-to-toe drop. We found that this design approach suits nearly all runners, regardless of which part of the foot first hits the ground during a run.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-drop-20483085-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 7.2 mm |
Average | 8.6 mm |
Insole thickness
Our measurements show a 4.7-mm insole—pretty standard in thickness. It's lightweight and provides ample comfort.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-insole-thickness-20483087-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 4.7 mm |
Average | 4.5 mm |
Midsole softness
The ASICS Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City isn't ASICS' top-of-the-line stability shoe. So, in our lab, we found that obviously it doesn't have their best training foam (FF Blast+).
The midsole mainly consists of Flytefoam—a soft EVA. Its main drawback? It doesn't offer much energy return. But rest assured, it's a great midsole unless you're looking for peak performance.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-midsole-softness-20483083-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 12.8 HA |
Average | 21.5 HA |
Difference in midsole softness in cold
Unfortunately, Flytefoam doesn't perform well in cold weather—it becomes firmer. We placed the shoe in the freezer for a quick 20 minutes and then tested it.
Our results showed a concerning 20.8 HA reading.
This is a 62.7% increase—which is truly discouraging. This clearly indicates that you'll feel a noticeable difference when using these shoes during cold winter runs.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Midsole softness in cold](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-midsole-softness-in-cold-20483082-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 62.7% |
Average | 25.6% |
Stability
Lateral stability test
Promoted by ASICS as a budget-friendly stability daily trainer, we were eager to test it. Indeed, we found it to be very stable.
ASICS integrated GEL—a classic feature of the Japanese brand—into the outer portion of the heel. This helps offset the potential instability from the soft foam and subtly corrected our stride when running.
Torsional rigidity
No heel tab on this saga yet, but we've been sliding our feet in without a problem. Anyway, fingers crossed for a tab in v13!
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 3 |
Average | 3.2 |
Heel counter stiffness
This trend continues with the heel counter. Instead of aiming for extreme stiffness to guarantee maximum stability, the 3/5 score indicates ASICS sought a balance with comfort.
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 3 |
Average | 2.8 |
Midsole width in the forefoot
We've measured the width of the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City at 114.9 mm, and for a stability shoe, it falls short.
Ideally, we'd want ample width to guarantee neutral landings. While it's a bit wider than the previous model, it only earns a D from us in this exam.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20483088-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 114.9 mm |
Average | 113.7 mm |
Midsole width in the heel
After the forefoot, we measured the heel. We found that at 90.8, it's pretty average when stacked against other shoes. However, for a stability shoe, it slightly misses the mark.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20483089-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 90.8 mm |
Average | 90.5 mm |
Flexibility
Stiffness
Remember when we mentioned the outsole cutouts designed to boost the shoe's flexibility? Well, they're genuinely working wonders. Paired with the plush Flytefoam midsole, the shoe boasts remarkable flexibility.
In our lab test, with a reading of just 12.0N at a 90-degree bend, this shoe stands out as one of the most impressively flexible models we've ever encountered. This result highlights ASICS' efforts to create a versatile-yet-stable shoe.
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 12.0N |
Average | 29.1N |
Difference in stiffness in cold
The Flytefoam midsole became too firm after its time in the freezer, but its stiffness didn't change much. We measured it again in the lab and got a reading of 14.8N. That's good news!
We measured a 23.8% increase, which is impressive. It even beats some of the premium shoes!
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 23.8% |
Average | 36.2% |
Size and fit
Internal length
ASICS consistently gets the shoe length just right, and this one is no exception. We measured it at 271.1 mm—only 1.1 mm more than what the tag states.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Internal length](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-internal-length-20483098-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 271.1 mm |
Toebox width at the widest part
The earlier version of the GT 1000 wasn't too welcoming for those with wide feet. Recognising this, ASICS redesigned the upper to be more accommodating.
We measured it and found that at its broadest point, it's a generous 100.7 mm. This change means it now comfortably fits a wider range of foot shapes.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20483097-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 100.7 mm |
Average | 98.3 mm |
asics tiger x gmbh gel kayano
In the area around the big toe, the shoe maintains its roomy design. We measured it and discovered that at 79.7 mm, it offers more width than many other running shoes in the market.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City asics tiger x gmbh gel kayano](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20483096-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 79.7 mm |
Average | 78.2 mm |
Heel feel
We've measured the width of the Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City at 114.9 mm, and for a stability shoe, it falls short.
Ideally, we'd want ample width to guarantee neutral landings. While it's a bit wider than the previous model, it only earns a D from us in this exam.
tenis asics gel flux 5 masculino
For just a hundred bucks, this shoe is Twist of awesome features. That's why we hoped to find a fancy gusseted tongue when we popped open the box. Unfortunately, it looks like the v12 still rocks the classic non-gusseted tongue.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City tenis asics gel flux 5 masculino](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-tongue-gusset-type-20483099-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | None |
Comfort
Tongue padding
After cutting the upper from the shoe in our lab, we discovered the tongue padding was insanely thick.
Hence, we quickly grabbed our calliper and found that it measured a whopping 10.1 mm with two foam layers. That's COMFORT.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-tongue-padding-20483106-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | 10.1 mm |
Average | 5.6 mm |
Heel tab
No heel tab on this saga yet, but we've been sliding our feet in without a problem. Anyway, fingers crossed for a tab in v13!
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-heel-tab-20483105-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | None |
Removable insole
You can easily take out the insole, and we were able to swap in custom orthotics and insoles from many other shoes.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-removable-insole-20483107-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | Yes |
Misc
Reflective elements
Unfortunately, ASICS seemed to think that reflective elements were no big deal.
![Asics Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39684/asics-gt-1000-12-reflective-elements-20483104-main.jpg)
Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Lyte III New York City | No |