Metaspeed Sky Tokyo
Community Rating
  • CEasy Pace
  • SModerate Pace
  • SRace Pace
  • SComfort

Asics

Metaspeed Sky Tokyo

$270.00Race Shoe

The ASICS Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is a premier carbon-plated racing super shoe engineered for forefoot strikers who increase speed by lengthening their stride. It delivers an exceptionally lightweight and propulsive experience, driven by a secure, comfortable Motion Wrap 3.0 upper with ample toe room, and a dynamic dual-layer midsole combining FF Turbo Plus with the new, highly bouncy FF Leap foam and a high-positioned carbon plate, offering superior cushioning and responsive energy return. Excelling in races from 10K to marathon distances and fast workouts, this iteration is praised for improved fit, performance retention, and commendable durability for a racing shoe. However, reviewers highlight its premium price, potential instability for heel strikers or at slower paces, and a minimal tongue design as considerations.

Highlights

  • Exceptionally lightweight construction contributes to a fast, effortless feel
  • Highly responsive and bouncy ride with strong energy return across varied paces
  • Secure, comfortable lockdown with a roomy toe box
  • Durable midsole foam that maintains cushioning and bounce over extended mileage
  • Excellent outsole grip in both wet and dry conditions

Considerations

  • Reduced stability, particularly in the heel and at slower paces
  • Narrow race fit may not accommodate wider feet comfortably
  • Exposed midsole foam in the forefoot and heel shows visible wear over time
  • May feel slightly less responsive or sluggish at extremely fast paces
  • Minimal tongue design can occasionally cause lace bite

Specifications

Heel Stack39.5 mm
Toe Stack34.5 mm
Drop5mm
Weight170 g
StabilityNeutral

Key features

  • Long Run
  • Plated

Midsole

  • Primary midsole

    FF Turbo+

    PEBA · ASICS

  • Secondary layer

    FF Leap

    A-TPU · ASICS