ASICS Schuhe Gel-DS Trainer 21 NC

The very first impression of these shoes is how yellow they are, we're talking hi-vis. The second impression, when taking them out of the box, was how long and thin they looked, compared to my other running shoes. The appearance of length is a bit of an illusion as they are fine on the foot, although they could do with the laces being it bit longer. I immediately replaced the stock laces with a pair of no-tie elastics and these are the first shoes I've had that I didn't need to trim the elastics down to size.The reference to thin refers to the width of the shoes. I don't have big feet but found the width a bit of a problem. A couple of days on a shoe stretcher largely solved that issue. As is often the case with new shoes, I had a problem with 'hot feet' and my fore soles being tenderized in the first 50 miles, or so, which meant I could only use them for short distances in the early days. However, I'm now up to 9 mile runs in them and they feel good on my feet and am confident they'll be fine on longer runs, at least up half marathon distance.The last ergonomic comment I have is related the hard little 3 legged grips on the fore sole. I'm a fore foot striker and occasionally clip the inner bone of my ankles with the opposite foot. Normally that's not a problem but with the DS-23, where these little grips are at the inner edge of shoe, the sharpness of these has caused bleeding on the opposite ankle. I've solved that problem by putting light strapping round my ankles.In terms of performance, I'm really starting to like them. They're a little heavier than the other shoes I'm currently using, but they don't feel that way in action. They feel fast and light and increasingly comfortable. They've also got a slightly bigger heel to toe drop than I've been used to recently, but again that's not noticeable on the run.In the first few weeks I would probably only have given these shoes 2 stars but I'm really beginning to enjoy running in them. If it wasn't for the 'sliced ankle' issues, I'd probably rate them as 5 now.

Love these! I hope they’re supportive enough as I over pronate and these were recommended. However I’ve had to go up a full size in comparison my Saucony Omni 16 (which were true to size). Had tried a half size initially as ASICS are notoriously small, but that was definitely not enough! Nice design though. Fingers crossed they perform well.

So hole these are the correct length they are very narrow, especially for me with broad feet. However they are great shoes and have put a lot of miles into them. Great running shoes

I have always struggled to find trainers that would suit my needs both for running and training. I was recommended to try Asics, and they are by far the most comfortable trainers I've ever owned.Be warned: I usually wear 4, so I got a 4.5 and it fits perfectly. Asics are a bit smaller than usual.Also: these shoes are for overpronators. If you supinate they will hurt you. Find out what kind of shoe you need before you buy.

Very nice comfy trainers but I'm normally 6.5-7 and bought a 7 and they only just fit. In my experience with asics though they usually stretch with wearing. I just lostened the laces and they were ok.

Lovely trainers bought them for my partner it's her second pair she has had she loves them and they have lasted ages for the amount of running she does would buy again.

Great light shoe be careful on the fit, I was warned and went up half a size and it is only just enough.Brighter than they look

Great race day shoes - light with a good amount of spring and support. I only train 3 - 4 days a week so I actually use them as daily trainers as well - road and treadmill. Love the bright yellow colour - it really pops!