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ASICS Metaspeed Sky
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Metaspeed Sky

The ASICS Metaspeed Sky is a neutral, maximum-cushioned carbon-plated road racing shoe built for stride-style runners chasing faster marathon times.

$250MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
road
Primary use
Marathon race
Races
Half to marathon
Also good for
Half marathon race, 10K race, 5K race, Tempo / threshold
Cushion
max
Stability
neutral
Weight
165g
Drop
10.6mm
Stack
not published
Plate
carbon
Midsole
FF BLAST TURBO
Outsole
ASICSGRIP rubber
Upper
Engineered mesh
Widths
standard
Tempo workoutsHalf marathonRoadLightweightMarathonMax cushionRace dayCarbon plate
Our read

The Metaspeed Sky is a dedicated race-day shoe pairing FF BLAST TURBO foam with a carbon plate to reward runners who lengthen their stride at speed. At 165g it is light and responsive, but the evidence here is limited to manufacturer claims, so real-world ride and durability impressions are not independently confirmed.

Ride

Manufacturer describes a responsive, energy-conserving ride from FF BLAST TURBO foam, a curved sole and forward-propelling carbon plate, but firmness and stack figures are unconfirmed.

Fit

Engineered mesh upper is designed for breathability and stability; no independent width or lockdown feedback available.

Best for

Stride-style racers targeting the marathon or shorter road races who want a light, plated, maximally cushioned platform.

Avoid if

You need a stability shoe, run on trails, want a daily trainer, or need verified stack heights before buying.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.