About the ASICS GT-2000™ 13 everyday trainer
The new ASICS GT-2000™ 13 structured running shoe for men, women and children builds on our reputation for bringing forward creative and thoughtful advances in materials and construction. The shoe provides adaptive, on-demand stability so you experience a smooth and balanced transition from footstrike to toe-off. Advanced cushioning makes for a lightweight everyday trainer with cloud-like softness under your feet.
Who are the GT-2000™ 13 running shoes designed for?
The versatile ASICS GT-2000™ 13 lightweight running shoe is engineered to give runners who overpronate a stable and supportive platform.
The 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM™ provides advanced stability for your feet that’s based on biomechanical research. The ASICS GT-2000™ 13 structured running shoe provides stability on a variety of terrain types, for both your short and long distance runs.
If you value a lighter weight running shoe, you’ll appreciate the REARFOOT PureGEL™ technology that is both lighter and approximately 65% softer than conventional visible gel.
What is new about the GT-2000™ 13 stability running shoes?
Continuous advancement is core to the ASICS design philosophy. Progress comes to life in the ASICS GT-2000™ 13 lightweight running shoe, further improving upon the strengths of the ASICS GT-2000™ 12 running shoe.
The 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM™ is key to the shoe’s stability. Together with FF BLAST™ PLUS, one of our lightest and most energetic midsole foams, and REARFOOT PureGEL™ at the heel, you have a technology combination that supports a stable, cushioned and silky smooth transition from footstrike to toe-off.
Durability is important in an everyday trainer. The outsole is constructed to last with AHAR™ LO, a lower density material that’s placed in key areas of the outsole, for a shoe with noteworthy endurance. Plus,the lightweight and breathable engineered mesh upper has been revamped for an improved, more comfortable midfoot fit.
The GT-2000™ 13 trainer vs. other ASICS running shoes
The ASICS GT-2000™ 13 stability running shoe joins the lineup for serious runners that includes the GEL-KAYANO® 31 running shoe and the GEL-CUMULUS® 26 running shoe. Runners who overpronate will prefer the ASICS GT-2000™ 13 lightweight running shoe or the GEL-KAYANO® 31 shoe. The GEL-CUMULUS® 26 shoe is designed for those with a neutral gait.
One of the major differences between the GT-2000™ 13 trainer and the GEL-KAYANO® 31 shoe is weight. The ASICS GT-2000™ 13 running shoe weighs in at just 270 grams in the men’s model and 235 grams for women, vs. the GEL-KAYANO® 31 model shoe at 305 grams for men and 266 grams for women.
The ASICS GT-2000™ 13 structured running shoe has a lower rear stack of 36.5 mm for men and 35.5 mm for women, for a more stable feeling run and better ground feel. The GEL-CUMULUS® 26 shoe tops out at 38.5 mm for men and 37.5 mm for women. Both feature a mid-range drop of 8mm. The GEL-KAYANO® 31 running shoe has a higher drop of 10 mm.
The ASICS GT-2000™ 13 stability running shoe release date starts with a preorder window that opens in August 2024.