"ASICS® METASPEED Edge+: The ASICS METASPEED Edge+ is a neutral racing shoe built for runners who want to move faster by improving both cadence and stride length. At 6.8 ounces with an 8 mm heel-to-toe drop, it sits in max cushion territory while staying light enough to race in - a combination that makes it a serious option for runners chasing a PR or pushing the pace on race day.The CPJ Last toe-spring shape is central to how this shoe rides. The higher toe-spring geometry encourages a rolling, forward-propulsive stride that reduces the demand on your ankle joint and helps you maintain momentum deeper into a run. FFTurbo foam fills the midsole with 16% more volume than the previous version, so the cushioning feels more substantial underfoot without adding noticeable weight. Heel strikers get some extra attention here too - extended rubber placement based on ISS research covers the high-contact zones at the heel, so the shoe holds up through the full gait cycle. The NEXKIN upper wraps the midfoot for a secure, locked-in fit, and the oblique toe shape gives your forefoot room to spread naturally during longer efforts. Single-layer laces keep the overall package as light as possible.Why Our Fit Experts Love This Shoe""What stood out to me right away was how the toe-spring shape keeps the stride rolling forward - it almost feels like the shoe is doing some of the work for you. The cushioning is substantial for a racing shoe, which I appreciated toward the end of a longer effort. If you're a heel striker who's been hesitant about racing shoes, the extended heel rubber here makes a real difference."" - Rachel, Road Runner Sports Fit Expert, Carlsbad, CAWho It's Best ForIf you're a neutral runner looking for a racing shoe that helps you run faster without sacrificing cushioning, the METASPEED Edge+ is worth a close look. It's a strong fit for runners focused on improving speed through better cadence and stride efficiency, and the max cushion setup makes it approachable for longer race distances as well. Heel strikers who want a performance shoe that accounts for their footstrike will find the reinforced heel geometry genuinely useful. VIP Family members can take the METASPEED Edge+ for a 90-Day test drive with our Perfect Fit Guarantee."