The Run TestersVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is a phenomenal carbon plate racing shoe, considered by the reviewers to be one of the top 2-3 best available on the market.
Asics
Metaspeed Sky Tokyo
Race shoe · Neutral · 170 g · 5 mm drop · MSRP $270
BuildPlated
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Critic consensus
from 12 reviewsReviewers widely praise the Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo as an exceptionally lightweight and propulsive marathon racing shoe with energetic dual-foam cushioning. The updated upper provides enhanced forefoot room and breathability, though pronounced heel instability makes the ride unforgiving for heel strikers. It is best suited for fast midfoot and forefoot runners targeting race efforts from 10K to the marathon.
Reviewers agree
Exceptionally lightweight construction11/12
Bouncy and energetic ride from the new dual-foam midsole10/12
Noticeable heel instability makes it unsuitable for heel strikers8/12
Breathable upper with an improved, roomier forefoot fit8/12
Reviewers disagree
Midsole responsiveness and pop compared to rivals and predecessors8 vs 2
What reviewers use it for
Race12 of 12
Tempo8 of 12
Long run6 of 12
Easy1 of 12
A shoe earns a tag as soon as one reviewer recommends it for that kind of run; the count shows how many agree. Mentions include synonyms, so “recovery”, “zone 2” and “conversational” all count toward Easy.
Critic reviews
12 reviews · 10 scores inferredSagasu RunningVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is a fantastic and very, very good shoe that successfully realizes the Sky concept's potential.
KofuziVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
It successfully balances comfort and explosive power, making it a fantastic race day option for forefoot strikers.
The FOD RunnerVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is a strong contender for marathon distances due to its comfort, protective cushioning, and lightweight design.
RadDadBodTVVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
Best for longer races like marathons, and long progression runs where sustained pace and comfort are key.
KofuziVideo · Mar 20, 2026INFERRED
The shoe's lightness is a major positive, making him feel like he can fly even when fatigued.
KofuziVideo · Mar 13, 2026INFERRED
Very happy with this iteration of the Metaspeed Sky, finding its durability and performance to be right where they should be for a racing shoe in its class.
KofuziVideo · Mar 13, 2026INFERRED
A fantastic racing shoe offering a better fit and a more optimized, powerful ride thanks to the new FF Leap foam.