| | |  | ASICS | Home » » ASICS GEL-Hyper Speed 4 Running Shoe | | | | | | Colors: | | | | | Description: | | Men's ASICS® GEL-HYPER SPEED® 4 :: Attention elite road racers! The men's ASICS® GEL-Hyper Speed® 4 is back with all its best old tricks a few new ones. This fast, featherlight road racing flat delivers excellent road feel while providing plenty of cushioning to soak up shock. Wide platform gives you stable footing on anything your next road race might throw at you. 6.6oz. | | | Features: | |
• The Magic Sole is a vented midsole and outsole that minimizes weight and maximizes breathability
• The Racing Trusstic System is a lighter weight Trustic System designed for faster turnover
• Slip lasting provides flexibility
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 7.0 Ounces | | Package Length:
| 12.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 4.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 6 reviews |
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8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
 Great "Minimalist" shoeSep 27, 2010
By Michael Overdahl
I have become a "Minimalist" when it comes to running shoes. Even before reading "Born to Run" (by Doug McDougall) I've been running exclusively in racing flats. After reading the book, I had to try out the Vibram five-fingers, but they just didn't work for me (I have a crooked little toe from an old poorly-healed fracture, and the five-fingers wanted to force this a direction it didn't want to go). I still wanted a lightweight shoe; roomy enough to leave my toe alone. For me, this has narrowed down to the Asics Hyperspeed 4.
Advantages: Extremely lightweight. Thin sole. Low cost (usually less than $70. A huge relief over the $130 shoes I used to buy). Even the design and trim look leaner and less cluttered than its predecessor, the Hyperspeed 3.
Disadvantages: Perhaps no surprise, but they wear out quickly. Having said this, I can usually eke out 250 miles or more per pair. But when they wear out, they really disintigrate in a hurry. Another problem is that the "holes" in the uniquely designed sole (which helps them to be lightweight) seem to suck up tiny little pebbles. So far, my only solution to this is to select my running routes carefully.
I have run two half-marathons withe these, with no problems. And this includes all my training as well.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Definitely my favorite racing flatsJun 20, 2011
By Max Freiert
"Max"
I've already gone through three pairs of Hyperspeeds and about to purchase a 4th. I use these for any speed work, triathlon run legs (up to 13.1mi) and road races from 10k-half marathon and couldn't be happier with their performance. While the outsoles tend to wear down faster than I like, and they aren't the lightest racing flats around, these shoes just have something special that keeps me coming back.
Pros
- Excellent mid/forefoot cushioning despite weighing only 6 oz.
- Uppers are airy/flexible while still providing support
- Shoes allow for drainage through vents in outsole
- Very inexpensive compared to racing flats of the same caliber
Cons
- Low durability (I'm replacing them every 125-150 miles)
- Outsole can pick up pebbles in drainage holes
Other notes:
- Toebox is a bit wider than Nike, but on the medium/narrow side
- Not a great shoe to wear after any rain, or on dewy offroad courses since water comes in through outsole
- Definitely NOT a stability shoe.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Awesome racing flatJun 18, 2011
By James H. Mcnevin
I have run several marathons in these shoes and for the price they can't be beat! These shoes are light, fast and inexpensive. Lots of room in the toe box area and just enough cushion to run a marathon. I use these shoes for all my speed work, tempo runs and races. Other shoes comparably built are $30-$40 more and I have fould these shoes usually in the $60-$75 range. They are a deal and definitely worth it!!
 awesome shoes but...Jan 19, 2012
By kyzer
I love these shoes. They are a perfect fit, comfy, and lightweight. Have used them on the track, road and grass and absolutely love them. BUT... really worried about its durability. Have encountered pebbles stuck under the sole, and the sole is beginning to wear out. Probably have run 25kms in them so far, but mainly for speed work. Friends who use this shoe have told me that they get replaced every three months. Sad about this!
Nice racing shoes for me in 2011Jun 28, 2011
By Perkasie
"roadrunner"
I like the light weight of the shoes. I also like the price, first pair was $55., second pair was $50. They run true to size for me, size 11.5. I use them only for racing, not training. I have raced in them from the 5k to the half marathon. No issues at all.
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