Asics is one of the most understated sneaker brands in the world with one of the more interesting origin stories to boot. While its current popularity isn't on the levels of the likes of Nike or Adidas, the brand has its own dedicated following to fall back on. We discuss the origin of Asics along with hung through the Asics release dates that are imminent. 

Everyone is aware of how the Onitsuka tiger influenced the founding of one the giants of the industry known as Nike. Asics was later formed in a merger of three other Japanese sports brands which included the brand that inspired Nike's formation. 

In the year 1986, Asics introduced its Alpha GEL system. The new cushioning system. The Gel-Lyte, which has been the company's most famous line, was birthed from this introduction. Nowadays, Asics remains laser-focused on performance and has made its GEL cushioning system its primary focus in terms of technology in its sneakers. Their GEL-Quantum 360 and GEL-DS have gained a following in some fashion circles all without Asics not really trying to appeal to anyone other than its core demographic, which is runners. But the sneaker brand does dabble in some fashion if its collaborations with designers like Kiko Kostadinov or Kith’s Ronnie Fieg are anything to go by. 

When Does Asics Release New Shoes?

We have had a number of Asics new releases over the course of the year of 2020, and others will be releasing soon for all the sneakerheads out there. 

Some of those are listed below:

January-March:

ASICS Gel-Lyte 3 OG White Coral released on the 3rd of January, ASICS GeL-Lyte 3 OG Black White released on the 3rd of March, ASICS Gel-Lyte XXX released on the 27th of March and many others.

June-August:

ASICS Gel-Nandi Blue Orange released on 19th of June, IAB-Studioo x ASICS Gel-Venture 6 Silver release on 12th of July, ASICS Novablast Glacier Grey Midnight on 25th of July and ASICS Gel Quantum 360 6 Magnetic Blue Black will be released on the 1st of August.

Best Asics Running Shoes 2020

Asics is known for their sports-based products, so their running shoes get a lot of priority over casual shoes. Their focus on the quality of these running shoes makes them the premier choice for many athletes. Some of the best running shoes from Asics are listed below:

Gel-DS Trainer 25

MetaRide

Gel-Kayano 26

DynaFlyte 4

Gel-Nimbus 22

Gel-Cumulus 22

GT-2000 8 

GT-1000 9

GT-2000 8 Trail

GlideRide

Asics remains one of the world's top brands for sports shoes worldwide. The Japanese brand has its own legacy to uphold and is doing so successfully.

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