{"id":8103,"date":"2022-09-09T18:49:21","date_gmt":"2022-09-09T14:19:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tehrunclub.com\/?p=8103"},"modified":"2023-10-01T10:39:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-01T07:09:55","slug":"asics-or-nike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tehrunclub.com\/en\/asics-or-nike\/","title":{"rendered":"Asics or Nike; Which brand is more suitable for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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ASICS and Nike are two of the most popular high-performance running shoe brands today. Both make many different models, and offer running clothes and gear.<\/p>\n

ASICS makes some of the most popular running shoes in the world, and almost all of their shoes have their signature Gel cushioning.<\/p>\n

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The Japanese shoe company was founded in 1949 and was first known as Onitsuka Co. Ltd, after the founder of the company. In 1950, they launched their first basketball shoe, and in 1953 their first marathon shoe was released.<\/p>\n

Fast-forward a few years to 1968, when Amby Burfoot won the Boston Marathon wearing a pair of Onitsuka Tiger TG-4 nylon marathon shoes. This skyrocketed the popularity of their shoes.<\/p>\n

Onitsuka merged with GTO and JELENK in 1977 to form ASICS. Over the last 72 years, ASICS has grown to designing and manufacturing shoes and apparel for sports.<\/p>\n

Onitsuka merged with GTO and JELENK in 1977 to form ASICS. Over the last 72 years, ASICS has grown to designing and manufacturing shoes and apparel for sports.<\/p>\n

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Nike is one of the best-known brands in the world. Thier iconic Swoosh logo and \u201cJust Do It\u201d slogan are ubiquitous in the world of sport.<\/p>\n

They\u2019ve been creating running shoes since 1964, when Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight started selling the original Nike shoe, the Cortez, out of their car trunks.<\/p>\n

Nike didn\u2019t just focus on running shoes. They went on to create basketball shoes, dance shoes, streetwear shoes, and clothing.<\/p>\n

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Having designed shoes that are built for speed, like the 4% Vaporfly, Nike continues to listen to runners and use technology to design shoes that reduce the risk of injury. Like ASICS, Nike running shoes tends toward a snug, plush fit.<\/p>\n

<\/span>UPPER<\/span><\/h2>\n

The upper on ASICS running shoes are either a combination of breathable mesh and synthetic material, or engineered mesh. The soft material feels like you\u2019re wearing a sock, and keeps your foot locked into place.<\/p>\n

\"\u0631\u0648\u06cc\u0647Most ASICS shoes feature their FluidFit technology, which allows for part of the upper to stretch and enhance responsiveness while increasing efficiency.<\/p>\n

The material has enough stretch to allow for the natural movement of your foot, and the deep toe box has plenty of room for your toes to wiggle in. The perforations in the mesh allow for ample air circulation and prevent any hotspots in the shoes while you run.<\/p>\n

Nike also uses engineered mesh for its uppers, but also include Nike Flyknit material, which uses different knit patterns. This provides targeted support to different parts of the upper.<\/p>\n

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Nike shoes can also have Flywire technology, which is where they use high-strength threads on the midsole cage. As you tighten your shoelaces, you\u2019ll feel the shoe wrap around your midfoot and arch, providing support. However, bear in mind that Nike shoes do run on the narrow side.<\/p>\n

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<\/span>MIDSOLE<\/span><\/h2>\n

ASICS is known for its innovation in gel technology, which is a feature in almost every one of their shoes (the GEL-NIMBUS AND GEL-KAYANO have it right in their name). Depending on the shoe, you can find pockets of gel in the forefoot and the heel that help absorb the shock and provide a smooth ride.<\/p>\n

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In addition to the gel, there\u2019s a lightweight foam layer called FlyteFoam, and in some shoes, FlyteFoam Propel, which has a specially formulated elastomer. This helps to increase the energy return when running.<\/p>\n

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Just when you thought that the foam couldn\u2019t get better, ASICS designed an even lighter version called FlyteFoam Lyte.<\/p>\n

ASICS has also introduced the Impact Guidance System, which is a combination of specially-designed plates in the midsole. Their Trusstic technology reinforces the midsole, providing stability and preventing the shoe from twisting.<\/p>\n

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<\/span>RUNNING ON AIR<\/span><\/h2>\n

Where ASICS shoes use Gel, Nike shoes use Air. This has been Nike\u2019s signature cushioning design for decades, and they continue to innovate with and around it. Feedback from their sponsored athletes led to the development of Nike React foam, which they\u2019re currently using in running shoes to reduce injury.<\/p>\n

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In combination with Nike React technology, you\u2019ll find ZoomX technology, which is lightweight and more responsive foam. Zoom pods are placed in the heel or forefoot of shoes to provide a soft, comfortable ride. These Zoom pods also help to absorb the impact of footstrikes.<\/p>\n

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The big innovation, though, is the carbon fiber plate in embedded in midsoles since the introduction of the Vaporfly 4%. This technology is divisive \u2013 to some, it is the next big evolution of running shoes, while to others it constitutes too much of a mechanical advantage. The plate improves energy return and can greatly improve running efficiency<\/p>\n

although research suggests that the benefits are only really seen in the fastest of runners. Other shoe brands \u2013 ASICS included \u2013 have scrambled to introduce their own carbon shoes.<\/p>\n

<\/span>OUTSOLE<\/span><\/h2>\n

When you look at the outsole of ASICS shoes, the first thing you\u2019ll notice is the deep groove that runs from the toe to the heel. This helps to provide a smooth heel-to-toe transition, and stability.<\/p>\n

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The outsole features either AHAR or AHARPLUS materials. The outsole is made from high-abrasion rubber that has flex grooves in strategic areas of the shoes, which help with flexibility.\n\nSome shoes, like the ASICS Tartheredge, have a Dual-Stencil Process from the forefoot to the midfoot. This helps provide better grip on smooth and wet surfaces. The outsole also absorbs shock and provides protection from footstrike impact.<\/p>\n

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\nMost Nike shoes have a carbon rubber outsole that is also separated by grooves. There are flex grooves in the forefoot that help to imitate the natural movement of the foot.<\/p>\n

Some Nike shoes have a soft blown rubber in the midfoot and forefoot to help reduce the impact of footstrike.\nThe outsole is textured and this helps to provide better traction on different surfaces, allowing you to run with confidence from pavement to tar.<\/p>\n

<\/span>DURABILITY<\/span><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s hard to give a definitive answer when it comes to the durability of the shoe with each brand. In general, both ASICS and Nike make quality, durable running shoes. \n\nBut there are a number of external factors you have to bear in mind that can affect the durability of the shoe, like:<\/p>\n