ASICS Gel Saga

The Asics Gel Saga is a running shoe that was first released by the company in 1991 and has since become one of the company's main icons for those looking for retro styling and performance. Although the shoe's popularity had been dampened by the release of other editions, it has recently come back into the spotlight thanks to its classic styling.

Upper features

The upper of this shoe makes a combination of different materials that allow for greater durability and at the same time make the upper more comfortable and adaptive. A few layers of suede placed around the contour of the shoe, in the heel and as reinforcement to the lacing eyelets, give the shoes greater resistance in the areas most prone to abrasion and wear.

Some versions of the shoe use leather overlays instead of suede, which also achieves excellent durability. In addition to this, the styling of the shoes gives them a casual-sporty look that we can wear with many outfits beyond just our running workouts.

The sides have some mesh to allow air to pass through to the inside of the shoe and keep our feet cool at all times. Finally, the synthetic overlays added on the sides and make up the Asics logo give a better structure to the shoe and help offer more support to the midfoot area.

The collar and tongue are quite padded, allowing for a comfortable fit of the shoe. The flat lace-up closure provides a better fit and avoids discomfort in the upper foot and instep area. The rubber insole provides the foot with a comfortable surface and contributes to cushioning.

Cushioning

The cushioning system of the ASICS Gel Saga remains quite similar to the original shoe with a layer of EVA rubber that provides good energy return and excellent shock absorption.

Thanks to its high memory, the rubber adapts to the pressure exerted by the foot at different times of the race and returns to its normal characteristics when the pressure is released; this results in greater durability of the midsole, making it offer protection for longer.

To complement the cushioning, the ASICS gel system is used, which consists of silicone capsules placed in the forefoot and heel that help provide greater cushioning and improve the transition for a more comfortable step.

Fit

The fit of the shoe stays true to size; the ASICS Gel Saga features a good amount of room inside to fit runners with wide feet without feeling restrictive. Their construction has a somewhat sturdy appearance and for runners with slender feet the recommendation would be to try a half size down for a better fit.

Soles

The soles also maintain the design that has characterized the shoe since its inception. The pattern of the soles combines shapes and lines to offer points of greater traction and grip, with points of greater flexibility. The highly abrasion-resistant rubber promises a good level of durability.

Classic and functional, this is the ASICS Gel Saga running shoe, an edition that has surpassed the barrier of time thanks to its features that allow us a more efficient and, above all, comfortable running experience.

Asics Gel-Saga returns to the Asics Tiger catalog

Asics Gel-Saga is back, again in 2018, in two OG combinations, this sneaker launched in 1991 brings us a retro style that will foreseeably stand out among this type of sneakers during the current year. They are accompanied by Asics Gel technology, which has undergone significant improvements in recent years. This new addition to the catalog of the Japanese brand is added to the lifestyle category, where this type of sneakers that have a modern urban look are framed, and that can be part of any type of look.

What activities can the Asics Gel-Saga be used for?

With the guaranteed comfort of its Gel cushioning, this sneaker can become a versatile shoe that responds perfectly to any type of activity, whether it's walking for a long period of time or going out to party, and last all night long. ASICS ' cutting-edge GEL technology provides responsive, cushioned support from heel to toe, while the compression-molded EVA midsole absorbs shock to minimize the impact of contact on hard surfaces. The result is a supportive, high-performance shoe that offers exceptional all-day comfort when you're out and about.

What's most appealing about this silhouette is its classic styling, typical of decades past, as well as its fidelity to the OG design, which is only modified by more contemporary colorways, using more modern tones that are set to hit the streets. It features bold color accents on the sides, outsole and heel that stand out against the white upper that is constructed in a classic fashion with numerous suede overlays for reinforcement.

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