ASICS Metaspeed Sky Paris

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Күн бұрын

The Metaspeed Sky Paris gets a Peba upgrade, new upper material, and a literal revamp. It’s a softer shoe that’s also more comfortable for the toes, and it comes at a cost of aggressiveness. However, I think it's a tradeoff that most runner will be willing to make. It’s not a shoe I’d want to take for a fast 5k, but it’s certainly something I’d be excited to wear for my next marathon PB attempt.
0:00 intro
1:01 Disclosures
1:23 Specs
4:33 What It’s Like
9:25 Pairing Options
10:36 Buying Guide and Alternatives
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@lennihco 4 ай бұрын

Non-elite runner with elite footage. Love the shots of the shoe.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thank you

@tausifulislam6506 4 ай бұрын

@@kofuzi, I want to know which Selfie Stick are you using?

@DavaoCutieTV 4 ай бұрын

The Apex of the Shoetuber.

@tylerodell3368 4 ай бұрын

@@kofuzimusic is AWESOME in this man!

@SamKim-cx6it 4 ай бұрын

Looking forward to the Edge comparison!

@lordstalker93 4 ай бұрын

183 grams is insane!! Asics is chewing it!

@raybadudu787 4 ай бұрын

Another excellent review. Love the little musical interludes between chapters!

@pljortega 4 ай бұрын

your reviews are ALWAYS fantastic. Great footage and soundtrack, and you know a lot about running and shoes.. Thanks for sharing.

@kouvang6256 4 ай бұрын

Woke up last night, saw the IG reel was so hype. Couldn't wait for this video. Excited.

@marlihars5375 4 ай бұрын

Non-elite runner but Elite reviewer. Please keep the professionality, Go Kofuzi!

@yeegykg 4 ай бұрын

the way you described the first meta speed sky is spot on. I thought I was the only one thinking that. Great review as always!

@DZero_Aperture 4 ай бұрын

Great review as always. Seems like a nice balanced shoe between firmness and cushion. Will have to check this out.

@felipeneves14 4 ай бұрын

Ko, you and your reviews really ROCK! Love them so much.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

thank you!

@dilkoko24 4 ай бұрын

You have quickly become one of my favorite KZfaqrs- your videos are so informative and well produced. Wishing you safe and productive runs!

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@JohnDoe-ov3br 4 ай бұрын

Tried it yesterday at Tokyo Marathon Expo on treadmill at Asics booth: both Edge and Sky felt wonderful to run, definitely an option for me, nice shoes & nice review!! 😊

@brianlacanilao1535 4 ай бұрын

Awesome Video Ko! Love the music and running footage transitions!!

@romrome 4 ай бұрын

Solid review per usual Mike! On another note, and i've been wanting to say this for a while, i'm lovin' the snippets of music (ie 4:09 and 8:56ish) that you include to transition between "chapters" on your videos as of late. It enhances the storytelling to your vlogs and we're all for it!

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! I feel like it gives a much needed break

@eulogyforadream 4 ай бұрын

Great video as always. I'm actually excited about a new super shoe this year.

@scriptKiddieOG 4 ай бұрын

Always such a great advocate for running, sports and fitness. Good luck for your races this year. 🏁🏃✨

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@adamrush5729 4 ай бұрын

Not an asics guy but will be buying this one. Sounds like the edge is my jam. That weight is incredible.

@jmbaug1229 4 ай бұрын

Asics is better than Nike.

@Sabundy 4 ай бұрын

@@jmbaug1229I agree. Nike is just hype. And they have gotten lazy with their overall shoe line. Coasting on their brand equity imho. And I gave up on Nike with their frankly 💩 build quality.

@jay1572 4 ай бұрын

So glad i found you on here and Instagram! True, honest reviews and knowledge that i can depend on to make my best decisions. Keep killing it Ko! 💪

@laalaa99stl 4 ай бұрын

I'm an Edge+ person, but am still watching this Sky+ review. Edge+ is my fastest shoe, even beating the Vaporfly. But I find it hard and uncomfy so I rarely wear it. The changes sound like exactly what I would want. Am now looking forward to your Edge+ Paris review.

@lennihco 4 ай бұрын

Exactly! The Edge+ foam always felt too firm imo. The Edge Paris might be the perfect shoe for me. If not, I’ll switch back to the Vaporfly.

@itchyguy123 4 ай бұрын

Actually Kofuzi says the vaporflys are the fastest shoe so you are wrong

@mapleridge8 4 ай бұрын

I used the Edge for speed work only, for which they're fantastic but they also made my toenails fall off during a half marathon. Still love them.

@Archeris 4 ай бұрын

Uncomfy? Wuttt. Its increadibly comfortable!

@chinpoeykhoo6261 4 ай бұрын

I literally came for the music & video footage instead of the shoes review, nice production as always from Kofuzi

@piotr8582 4 ай бұрын

You make running looking so cool, Kofuzi

@paddywiggle 4 ай бұрын

It is cool!

@chrisvarelabenitez4690 4 ай бұрын

I love the Metaspeed Sky+ but longer efforts beat my legs up. Forefoot runners dream, these look promising! ASICS has been killing it, Superblast 2 looks good too!!

@ShoeFinderMan 4 ай бұрын

Can't wait to see the edge paris review ❤

@A_SEGA_Dremcast 4 ай бұрын

Glad to know I’m not the only one whose pinky toes got bit by the Metaspeed Sky+. Really looking forward to trying these new ones!

@peterkisidaj9329 4 ай бұрын

thanks Mike, I'm looking forward to seeing your compare with Edge Paris.

@RyanBalmes 4 ай бұрын

Another excellent review. Great perspective on the “rate of compression” for foams

@Klian159 4 ай бұрын

YOoo Kofuzi!! LOVE THIS NEW STYLE OF music and footage!!!

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@Manuel-901 4 ай бұрын

Good morning. Helpful review. Like from Spain 🇪🇸. A nice day for everyone.

@claudinemendiola4991 4 ай бұрын

Great review!!! And also love the music🎉 hi from the Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭

@dmleibo 4 ай бұрын

Totally get what you're saying about the Sky+ not feeling soft. Even though I can squish it in my hands, that squish didn't translate with running. It felt much firmer than I thought it should.

@bennywallis1527 4 ай бұрын

I've loved running in my Sky+ and was the first race shoe by Asics.. I've run over 600km so far and the shoe is still amazing and everything is still in good shape.. These look like they'll follow the same path thankfully. I did find the Sky+ a bit hard for the first 250km. Then it just became magical...

@kuriosites 4 ай бұрын

I really appreciate the way you clarify what you mean by "soft." It seems to mean different things to different people. I'm looking forward to hearing how you explain the differences between the new Sky and Edge.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Stay tuned

@snowwalker9999 4 ай бұрын

I really would like to know the difference between the Edge and the Sky so I can make sure I’ll be getting the right shoe for my upcoming race. Looking forward to the review of the Edge.

@nicbsb 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video, as always, Mr. Kofuzi. I have a question, though. When you compare shoes and distances, you usually mention 5k, 10k and Marathon. The shoes for Half-Marathons are closer to 10k kind of shoe, or Marathon kind of shoe? Thank you for your fantastic work! Have a great one, every body!

@jorgeveinmatig-a1331 4 ай бұрын

Very in-depth initial review as usual. 🔥

@emanuelsantos5585 4 ай бұрын

I have metaracer and o love it. My PB in the half marathon are with them. In the marathon its Alphafly 1, no doubt

@user-je9lg3pc5y 4 ай бұрын

The shoes are dope af with that colour!

@erikvaage576 4 ай бұрын

Looks awesome!!! 😍 I have loved Metaspeed Sky+! It does feel a bit more aggressive than other race shoes, but I really didn’t mind, especially towards the end of 26.2 (got me through Grandma’s to a PR attempt 😊) I’m very curious whether I would like Sky or Edge Paris 👀

@KimiCars 4 ай бұрын

Looks like other reviewers keep saying Edge is better than Sky this time. Just hope you can do comparison of this vs Edge Paris to see what’s your opinion.

@markoljustina 4 ай бұрын

Sky + is firm, no doubt; this shoe sounds good

@massi888 4 ай бұрын

thank you for the review, i am looking forward to hear your thoughts about the metaspeed edge paris that it seems this year is even better than the sky?

@mervinw 4 ай бұрын

I relegated my Metaspeed Sky+ to half marathon and below simply because of that more firmer ride (compared to other brands). I am super interested in this model now

@GiangHoang88888 3 ай бұрын

im addicted to the slowmo footage when u running

@jazzyjay4595 4 ай бұрын

Big fan of the MetaSpeed Sky+ Glad it got lighter, more stack, and softer. Those qualities are the only reason I was moving more towards racing a marathon in the Vaporfly.

@piximash 4 ай бұрын

Amazing review. Thanx :)

@TheGetawayMan 4 ай бұрын

Much as I can see why one might not compare against the Puma DNE2, I want it. The DNE2 fits me so well, but my daily trainer of choice is Novablast/Superblast. Puma and ASICS are doing it for me. Side note - if Adidas could get their heel situation figured out, I dare say I like their foam the best.

@napa7072 4 ай бұрын

2020 Gold medal Olympic Champion kristian blummenfelt also wore the ex metaspeed edge for his run portion of the triathlon!

@Chunkyfunk01 4 ай бұрын

Would you say the Metaspeed Sky (and Edge?) is a good alternative to the Adios Pro 3 in general? I love the running dynamics and feel of that shoe but the upper just does not work for me over longer distances 😢. Great review as always, thanks Kofuzi!

@marieflomf6364 4 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot. Was wondering about Novablast 3, now I just grabbed 2 pairs.😅

@stevenmcfarlane6010 4 ай бұрын

Always though the sky would be my preferred shoe of the stable but after seeing Thomas’ review at BITR this morning, I’m wondering whether the edge is maybe for me. I have tended to agree with your preferences (novablast, saucing etc) so will hang tight for your edge review

@lleemond 4 ай бұрын

Okay I'm sold, will use this for my first marathon

@Lee-mx5li 3 ай бұрын

Great job on video!

@Deluxbreakful 4 ай бұрын

I started running because of Kofuzi! It has something to do too with your shots/video 😊

@JoshL84 4 ай бұрын

I've only had the chance to try the Sky+. It felt like I was landing flat footed, no matter how much I tried to change my foot strike. The Edge my fit me better with the rocker.

@onemanzu 4 ай бұрын

Love it! Did I miss the expected release date? I wasn’t paying close enough attention.

@alexgener4309 4 ай бұрын

Over at BITR, I think and feel there's a shift in preference to the Edge. Looking forward to your take on that, specially your phenomenal review officially ended my infatuation over the Alphafly 3.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

I generally don’t comment on other people’s reviews in my reviews, as I don’t look at other people’s reviews while k am conducting my own review

@ABucc 4 ай бұрын

Got to get these on feet. I hardly used my original bright orange Metaspeed Sky. It's practically brand new still.

@allfanmu 4 ай бұрын

Great video. This premiere came out of nowhere. Do you feel it's major upgrade over Sky+?

@briansleepylee 4 ай бұрын

Will you be doing a review for the Edge as well? I am hoping this new version of the FF Blast Turbo will be in the new Superblast.

@muhammadkhairul3621 4 ай бұрын

Wow the weight is impressive much lighter than the VaporFly 3. Really impress good job Asics

@matthiassventoest6800 4 ай бұрын

if they had a casual version that look this.., I would buy that .. the shoe looks so fresh.

@olemarkusbraathen 4 ай бұрын

Hi! I just read that the woman who came 3rd in the berlin marathon ran in the "anta c202 gt pro". I cant seem to find any proper reviews of it, but it would have been really fun to see you try this cheaper marathon shoe out! (Really liking your content)

@JapanJacques 4 ай бұрын

Hoping that ASICS will sell this in 31cm size here in Japan! Been a bit bummed that the metaspeed line and superblast have both maxed out at 30cm😢

@jimoconnor8597 4 ай бұрын

Just what I needed in a review! I just can't with Asics having these 2 shoes and trying to decide which would be better for my use without trying them for a while. Can't afford to just buy both. I really didn't like the sky+ at all. Also sent the Endorphin Elite back. Big no's for me. 15 miles in both and shoes I never wanted to run in again, especially a marathon. I'll just skip these both since I can't figure which to buy. Sorry Asics...

@mcjsantillan 29 күн бұрын

Hey man! Great video as always. I was just wondering, will this be good for heavier runners as well? Around 200 lbs

@patrickvanderwal6324 4 ай бұрын

I want a Superblast Paris now!

@emanuelsantos5585 4 ай бұрын

Looks better that the previous shoes

@cchungy 4 ай бұрын

Gotta love the thwaping sound of super shoes!

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

It’s quieter this time

@mikea6710 Ай бұрын

How bout that hollow rattle, when you drop them on the ground, before putting them on... Ahhh

@nyong97 4 ай бұрын

excited for the comparison video between sky and edge. ive watched other reviews and some say the models have been swapped in terms of stride vs cadence. also im curious which shoe is better suited for people with wider feet like me

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Stay tuned

@Guru-jp3zi 4 ай бұрын

Hey great music...lovely!!

@isidrotormogarcia4879 4 ай бұрын

An Elite lighter is FANTASTIC❤

@ZuhairiZulkefli 4 ай бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

@jesusm.. 16 күн бұрын

More prominent arch than the Sky+, then it's not for me. Thanks for your honest review.

@Lulu-oi9ue 2 ай бұрын

I have the gel nimbus 25 for road running and trabucco max 3 for trails. I love Asics. I don't need these as Im happy to run slow. Great video.

@kofuzi 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@JayUchiha17 4 ай бұрын

My dream race day shoe😍

@paulalmond8242 4 ай бұрын

Oooh, interesting! Still never tried a Metaspeed, might have a look for a deal on a Sky+ as generally not a fan of 'softer' foams though. Was there any mention of the plate in this review? If there was i must have missed it. Obviously we all know it's there, but might be useful info for someone thinking about their first marathon shoe.

@piloujodion1003 4 ай бұрын

Great review!! Always funny to see how people are just not talking about carbon plates anymore! I remember the talks about the plate geometry with the Edge+ and Speed+ and now we don't care at all about plates, it's interesting! One question, I tend to overpronate, and raced all of my half-marathons in the Edge+, that sometimes felt like it was not that forgiving, and that exhaustion could lead to a bad form and the shoe was not really helping! With the shape of the sole, it feels like overpronators should just run away as quick as possible from the metaspeed sky paris, would you say so? (looking for a good marathon shoe and my form might even get worse at the end of a marathon than with a half!)

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

I think the plate conversation is more pertinent in a comparative discussion of the Edge vs Sky When discussing those two shoes, there is almost nothing to talk about except plate (same foam, same last, same outsole, same stack height, same drops)

@mfcc1084 3 ай бұрын

Surprisingly I find the FF Turbo+ foam firmer than the FF Turbo in my initial runs in the Sky Paris. Maybe my foot just has a bias since I am a big fan of the FF Turbo foam. Maybe the foam will soften up a little in my next runs in the Sky Paris. :)

@WooPig56 4 ай бұрын

@kofuzi when you say the midsole is cut back more - how would you compare the midsole width to the Vaporfly or AlphaFly 2? VF and AF2 are too narrow for me - my arches extended too far past the foam causing foot pain. I do not have this issue with Endorphin Elite and races my last 2 marathons in them. Thanks for your perspective! This would be the difference if I buy them or not!

@JeyPsCabero 4 ай бұрын

I agree with the Sky+, the foam was more firm compared to its counterparts. My legs and body felt it went through several rounds of boxing after a 10k Race on the Sky+. I hope that the Paris version is really an improvement on a softer cushioning (especially for older folks like me).

@JeyPsCabero 4 ай бұрын

@kofuzi How does this compare to the AF3? On the push and cushioning?

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Haven’t tried AF3. Will be waiting for the April restock

@Junker_1 4 ай бұрын

I am totally a front foot runner and do not use my heels. Which version do you recommend? Mind you I am a very slow runner but with a high cadence and small steps. I found the Saucony Endorphin speed 3 to firm under the front foot when I wore them. Is this softer? I do mostly 10 K. Also are you a forefoot striker, midfoot striker or heel striker? Because that makes a big difference I think.

@jmarms 4 ай бұрын

Gag, throw up posture and a chicken crossing the road. Best shoe review video I've ever seen.

@Anatoly_Tsvetkov 4 ай бұрын

Finally!!!!

@rickyhughes 4 ай бұрын

As a heel striker, the heel grip peeled off after only 10 mile in my Metaspeed sky +s..tough pill to swallow. These are still tempting 😅

@magnusskold9134 4 ай бұрын

The rubber extends further back on Edge+ and Edge Paris. Usually heel strikers prefer Edge over Sky (myself included).

@dumbcurse 4 ай бұрын

True to size or need to go 1/2 size up like the previous versions? Really no more rubbing/blister on pinky toe?

@bright_h0223 4 ай бұрын

@kofuzi What you think about metaspeed sky plus vs Paris for half marathon? As U said in the video that marathon first 20km the plus will be faster.

@liamhockey9189 4 ай бұрын

Look fwd to edge vs sky !

@TolunayOrkun 4 ай бұрын

I personally liked Edge Paris more after having an opportunity to jog briefly in both. The plate on this one is flat and the rocker is very late. Edge Paris had much more directional bounce thanks to more scooped plate and a better rocker feeling. I think Edge Paris is the real deal this time around.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

I specifically enjoy the things you list as negatives. I suppose that’s why they make the two shoes as options

@TolunayOrkun 4 ай бұрын

@ Fair enough. I am happy with the changes to Edge. I will be looking forward to seeing your Edge Paris review and your thoughts on it.

@Kevinwilsonruns 4 ай бұрын

Out of interest would you say your a cadence runner that you prefer the edge ? Thanks

@jaymueller2418 4 ай бұрын

If you guys send me a pair of both, I can objectively analyse your takes on it and let you know which one is right.

@TheRunningScientist 4 ай бұрын

Are we getting an updated Superblast this year? I love that shoe, but also feel the upper could be better.

@nightlockgaming3876 4 ай бұрын

Kofuzi, do you have any recommendations for 5k shoes I can race cross country in? I usually wear Vaporfly 3's but I'm wondering if there are faster shoes that have come out or are going to come out this year before September (Takumi Sen 10 or Eliot Racer for example)

@mapleridge8 4 ай бұрын

I watched this video 4 times today because it's that awesome. I guess the chicken prefers the Edge as it's crossing away from the Sky.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@TimGrose 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the preview. Got sizing envy however as yet again it seems ASICS don't want to make their best shoes in a US 14 or bigger. Oh well other brands are available.

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

I think about you and FOD Runner every time a new ASICS racing shoe comes out

@TimGrose 4 ай бұрын

@ Thanks ! Superblast too. At least I can tell my wife all the money I have "saved" :) Or shall I buy some Kayanos to race in...

@fabriciocordeiro2970 4 ай бұрын

Does the more agressive feeling on the Metaspeed Sky+ makes the shoe more suitable than this later version for 5k and 10k races?

@bethpo8980 Ай бұрын

Thanks once again for the awesome review. May i ask though what camera are you using when you do the run shots? Thanks

@kofuzi Ай бұрын

I don't recall offhand, but I always list it in the description of my videos

@davebelcher8374 4 ай бұрын

🤔Looks kinda narrow in the mid-foot and rear-foot compared to shoes like SC Elite 4 and Endorphin Pro 4. Do you think it’s stable enough for us four hour marathoners whose mechanics get sloppy in the late going?

@sainakadnas2060 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic

@pbromka 4 ай бұрын

How’s the relative bounciness compare to the Endorphin Elite? That’s still my favorite in terms of bounce. I liked the Metaspeed Sky+ alright, but it wasn’t bouncy enough for me to want to race a marathon in it

@zyphal1371 4 ай бұрын

really hope you do a review of the metaspeed edge paris version

@kofuzi 4 ай бұрын

Stay tuned

@DIY-wo1tr 4 ай бұрын

Hi Kofuzi only in this color? So if you run your first 20 miles a little bit less fast with the sky+ you probably can run the last miles faster..so you dont have to buy the new edition🤘 Daily trainer can also be the triumph and for faster runs the speed 3 both of saucony ..its totally personal. I know your thoughts about the speed 3 but i think its a good tempo/interval marathon blocks shoe. Saucony elite is in my opinion not really a good marathon shoe. Bouncy and paiinful (run couple of races in these shoes) and More a 5 k shoe. Also not given the energy back at long distances and on also 300 euro here.