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Use - The Asics Fast Lap MD is configured for sprint and short-distance races. These running matches can range from 400 meters all the way up to 800 meters.
Spike Plate - Intended for grip and lightness, a Pebax® plate runs full-length on the outsole. Its makeup serves shock mitigation and cushioning on the underfoot.
Notable Features
Touted as an aggressive running platform, the Fast Lap MD generates robust performance on the tracks. This is owed to the shoe’s top-notch composition. It features a full-length Pebax® plate that exhibits lightness and durability, promoting propulsion.
For an ultra-light, high-strength cushioning, Solyte® midsole is incorporated into the platform. It delivers plush cushioning within the foot chamber.
Lastly, a sharkskin outsole is introduced to enhance the traction of the track running spike. With such construction, surefootedness and balance are supplied.
Size and fit
The Asics Fast Lap MD only runs in men’s sizing scheme. It is designed using the standard width. Thus, women are advised to subtract 1.5 from their usual size. It is recommended that before proceeding to purchase, one should go through various user feedback first. Trying on the fit of the shoe is also ideal to secure accurate fit and size.
There are several aspects of the running shoe that affect its fit. First, its synthetic leather upper wraps around the natural shape and contours of the foot for maximum lockdown. Security is further amplified by the classic lace-up fastening system of the sprinting spike. It allows the user to have an adjustable fit for comfort. Lastly, the Solyte® midsole foam enables support and a cushioned fit.
Outsole
The outsole of the Fast Lap MD, just like the Nike Zoom Victory Elite 2, is equipped with a full-length Pebax® plate. It is made of sturdy thermoplastic polymer that keeps a fair balance between rigidity and lightness. Such makeup prevents added bulk, allowing athletes to conserve their energy and go the distance.
Accompanying the distance plate is the sharkskin outsole. It features a textured sole that supplements slip resistance for added grip.
Midsole
Embedded on the midsole of the sprint spike is a Solyte® foam. It employs lighter weight than the standard EVA foams. Because of its composition, it is even lighter than Asics' SpEVA® foam. Its makeup poses for shock absorption and interior cushioning, promoting comfort.
Upper
The Asics Fast Lap MD boasts a sock-like fit—thanks to its synthetic leather upper. To aid in minimizing the bulk, the upper material employs minimal weight. It also promotes comfort as it delivers an irritation-free running experience. Lastly, it offers a breathable wrap around the foot, enabling a healthy foot environment. It wicks away moisture, preventing bacteria build-up from occurring.
For the short-distance shoe’s lockdown, a traditional lace-up closure is implemented. It permits the wearer to have a dialed-in, accurate fit. The same closure system is present in the Nike Zoom Matumbo 3.