Facts

  • Terrain

    Road

    Shoes best for road, track and light gravel. See the best road shoes.

    Trail

    Shoes best for trail, off road, mountains and other unstable surfaces. See the best trail shoes.

    Good to know

    As long as you stick to the road or path, and if you want just one running shoe, buy a road running shoe.

  • Arch support

    Neutral / cushion / high arch

    Shoes for runners who do not need any additional arch support (Around 50% of runners). Best for people with normal, high or medium high arches. See the best neutral shoes.

    Stability / overpronation / normal arch

    Shoes for runners who need mild to moderate arch support (Around 45% of runners). Best for runners with a low arch. See the best stability shoes.

    Motion control / severe overpronation / flat feet

    Shoes for runners who needs a lot of arch support. Best for runners with flat feet. See the best motion control shoes.

    Good to know

    - Rule of thumb: If in doubt, buy neutral shoes to avoid injuries.
    - More about arch support in this video.
    - Find your arch type by following steps from this video.

  • Use

    Daily running

    Cushioned shoes for your daily easy running. Great comfort. See best shoes for daily running.

    Competition

    Lightweight shoes good for races, interval training, tempo runs and fartlek. Here are the best competition running shoes.

    Good to know

    If you want just one pair of shoes, buy a shoe for daily running.

  • Price
    $120
  • Weight
    Men: 10.2oz
    Women: 8.6oz
  • Heel to toe drop
    Men: 10mm
    Women: 10mm

    The height difference from the heel to the forefoot, also known as heel drop, toe spring, heel to toe spring or simply drop.

    There are many opinions about what a good heel drop is. We do not recommend any in particular. Lean more in this video.

  • Heel height
    Men: 22mm
    Women: 21mm
  • Forefoot height
    Men: 12mm
    Women: 11mm
  • Width
    Men: Standard
    Women: Standard, Wide
  • Release date
    Unknown
Show more facts

Expert Reviews

Experts are runners, who post reviews at youtube, directly at RunRepeat or at their own websites. Each expert is categorized from level 1 to level 5 based on expertise. See stats on expert reviews and how we calculate scores here.

Are you an expert? Apply to contribute here.

  • First look / Unboxing | Naperville Running Company

Apply to become an expert

Updates to Asics Gel Pursue 5

  • The last on this new version of the Asics Gel Pursue was updated to the SPEVA Foam. The change created more space in the forefoot area for the big toe to move freely. It also augmented the comfort felt on the midfoot and underfoot while delivering a fit that feels supportive and protected, but not constricting.
  • The SPEVA material in this Asics running shoe was also added on the midsole. It primarily improves the platform's durability, and it also delivers more bounce to every stride the runner takes. The result is a ride which feels more energetic without the runner exerting too much effort.
  • On the upper, the standard mesh was replaced with jacquard mesh. Not only does it feel like a glove on the foot, but it also maintains the upper's structure as it allows air to pass through, promoting breathability while the runner is in motion.

Asics Gel Pursue 5 size and fit

The Asics Gel Pursue 5 is available in standard running shoe lengths. Runners who wish to get a pair can make use of their usual size preferences. The width, however, has more options for men and women. Aside from the standard width, D - Wide for women and 2E - Wide is available for men.

Outsole

Just like the popular Asics Gel Contend 4, this shoe's outsole is made up of the AHAR rubber. AHAR stands for Asics High Abrasion Rubber. Because it is sturdy and highly durable, it was only placed on key areas of the outsole to prevent the signs of early wear and tear, and promote flexibility. Aside from this, it also aids delivering the right amount of traction to the bottom of the shoe.

A midsole sponge was placed on the heel part of the Asics Gel Pursue 5 to make it 10mm higher. his structure influences the bending form of the leg during running forward and reduces the load on the leg. The midsole sponge installed into the heel part alleviates the impact on the knee.

Midsole

The main midsole material on the Asics Gel Pursue 5 is called Flytefoam Lyte. It is the company's lightest midsole formulation which provides sufficient cushioning with the help of organic nanofibers. These fibers adjust to the force applied to them. As soon as the pressure is lifted, these tiny strands bounce back to their original form, allowing this platform to retain its shape even with prolonged usage.

Also on the midsole is the SPEVA Foam which is a special blend of standard EVA and a rubber ball material. The combination allows this platform to hold its shape as well as deliver an energetic run. It basically enhances and complements the features of the Flytefoam Lyte.

The entire shoe was designed with the IGS or Impact Guidance System is mind. This concept connects different features on the shoe together to promote a range of motion that feels natural and intuitive. Because it links different shoe components together, it also smoothens the transition from one phase of the running cycle to the next.

Gel Technology was added on the rear and forefoot areas. These are gel pads that enhance the cushioning and comfort felt underfoot. They also attenuate the shock garnered by the runner during the landing phase of the running cycle.

The Dynamic DuoMax support system is the inside component of the midsole which has been constructed with a  firm sponge. The sponge is placed on the inner part of the foot where overpronation occurs. It acts like a wedge that slightly elevates the part of the foot that it's supporting. It controls the excessive rolling inward of the foot referred to as overpronation without significantly adding to the weight of the Asics Gel Pursue 5.

When the shoe is flipped, a vertical groove line will be visible from the sole. It decouples the tread or tooling along the line of progression, enhancing the runner's gait efficiency. This feature is called the Guidance Line Technology.

Also on the midsole is the Guidance Trusstic System Technology. It works hand in hand with the Guidance Line to further enhances gait efficiency and improves the structural integrity of the midfoot.

Upper

The Asics Gel Pursue 5 has SPEVAFoam 45 Lasting. The shoe's lasting gives the upper its final shape and retains it so the outsole can be permanently attached. Because it is made of the SPEVAFoam, it is highly protective since it absorpt shock accordingly. The foam material also delivers the right amount of comfort to the foot.

To provide better support, the upper was made with a material called jacquard mesh. Compared to standard mesh, it retains its shape better. Although it doesn't lock the foot down, the material still braces the foot significantly while maintaining its breathability.

The entire upper was made with seamless construction. Because of the absence of the usual stitches, it lessens the likelihood of irritation.

The Gel Pursue 5 is equipped with standard lacing. Pulling the tops of the laces together secures the fit further, preventing accidental slipping off while the runner is in motion. With a guidance loop on the tongue, the laces stay in place as they are tightened.

Inside is an Ortholite Sockliner which helps manage moisture from within the shoe. It also keeps odor at bay because of its material which eliminates bacteria. Since it comes in direct contact with the foot, it also enhances the comfort delivered by the platform.

Comparison