The Asics Metaspeed Sky Review & Lab Test of 2026

The ASICS Metaspeed Sky is a high-performance racing flat designed for competitive runners. This shoe is particularly ideal for heel strikers due to its **5 mm drop**. The lightweight construction combined with a **30 HA foam** provides a responsive platform that enhances speed while maintaining stability.

Lab results indicate that the **18 mm forefoot height** and **25 mm heel height** create an effective cushioning system, translating to improved comfort during races. Additionally, the verified **5/5 rigidity** rating confirms the shoe's structural integrity, making it suitable for various paces, including slower speeds.

Pros

  • Bouncy and responsive
  • Fast
  • Fantastic grip
  • Ultra breathable
  • Stable even at slower speeds
  • Ultra-lightweight
  • Perfect fit
  • Superb foot lockdown
  • Fits wider feet

Cons

  • Not so durable
  • Expensive
  • Not for cold weather
  • No heel tab

Key Features

  • MOTION WRAP 2.0 upper: Enhances breathability and comfort, allowing your feet to stay cool during long runs.
  • FF TURBO PLUS cushioning: Offers improved compression, providing notable energy savings with each step.
  • Curved sole design: Helps conserve energy, enabling you to run longer distances without fatigue.
  • Carbon plate: Guides your foot throughout your stride, propelling you forward for a more efficient run.
  • ASICSGRIP outsole rubber: Delivers advanced grip suitable for various terrains, ensuring stability while you run.

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Rubber
  • Outer material: Polyester
  • Inner material: Polyester

Asics Metaspeed Sky Review & Lab Test – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

ASICS Metaspeed Sky Altra Vanish Carbon 2 ASICS Metaspeed Edge+ ASICS Metaspeed Sky+
Price $250 $260 $250 $250
Pace Competition Competition Competition Competition
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Weight lab Weight brand 6.7 oz / 191g 7.4 oz / 210g 7.3 oz / 208g 7.2 oz / 205g
Lightweight
Drop lab Drop brand 2.5 mm 3.7 mm 8.1 mm 2.7 mm
Strike pattern Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot Heel Mid/forefoot
Size True to size Half size small True to size True to size
Midsole softness - Balanced Firm -
Difference in midsole softness in cold - Small Small -
Toebox durability - Bad - -
Heel padding durability - Good - Good
Outsole durability - Decent - -
Breathability Breathable Breathable Breathable Breathable
Width / fit Narrow Medium Narrow Narrow
Toebox width - Wide - -
Stiffness - Stiff Stiff Stiff
Torsional rigidity Stiff Stiff Stiff Stiff
Heel counter stiffness - Flexible Flexible Flexible
Plate Carbon plate Carbon plate Carbon plate Carbon plate
Rocker
Heel lab Heel brand 33.7 mm 33.1 mm 33.3 mm 33.5 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 31.2 mm 29.4 mm 25.2 mm 30.8 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Orthotic friendly
Season Summer Summer Summer Summer
Removable insole
Ranking Top 5% Top 18% Top 6% Top 7%
Popularity Top 17% Bottom 40% Bottom 47% Top 25%