Gel-Pulse 17
The ASICS Gel-Pulse 17 (women's) is a budget-friendly neutral daily trainer using FF BLAST foam with GEL cushioning, positioned for easy runs, the gym and general use.
- Terrain
- road
- Primary use
- Daily training
- Also good for
- Easy / recovery run, Long run, Walking / all-day
- Cushion
- moderate
- Firmness
- balanced
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 235g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Stack
- not published
- Midsole
- FF BLAST and GEL
- Outsole
- AHARPLUS heel plug rubber
- Upper
- engineered mesh
- Widths
- standard
The Gel-Pulse 17 is an entry-level, do-everything road trainer aimed at comfort-focused runners and gym-goers rather than performance. ASICS added 2mm of midsole foam and pairs FF BLAST with GEL for a soft feel, but no independent stack, weight or drop data is available to judge how it rides for longer or faster efforts. Treat it as an affordable easy-mileage and lifestyle option.
Manufacturer describes a soft, comfortable ride from FF BLAST plus GEL cushioning, suited to easy runs, but firmness and responsiveness under pace are unverified by independent sources.
Offered in standard width; no independent fit testing available to confirm sizing or volume.
Beginners and comfort-oriented runners wanting an affordable neutral shoe for easy daily miles, gym sessions and walking.
You want a verified lightweight, fast, or long-race shoe, or need documented stack, drop and stability specs before buying.