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Women's ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18

Item #ASC1587
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Women's ASICS® GEL-DS TRAINER 18 :: Crank up your performance in the women's ASICS® GEL-DS Trainer 18 with the one-ounce weight loss! Pick up your running pace with an improved fit and less slipping thanks to the foot-hugging Heel Clutching System™. Enjoy less irritation and an overall more comfortable run with the new seamless upper. Run worry-free rain or shine with the ideal traction of the ASICS® WET GRIP® Outsole! 7.6 ounces

Category Type:

PERFORMANCE STABILITY [?]
Get a lighter, more stable run in Performance Stability shoes. If you're a runner with average arches who likes to race, wants to go faster and enjoys better ground connection this is your shoe. Enjoy a smooth ride that's low to the ground and ideal for tacking on the miles. When choosing running shoes, find your perfect fit using this chart. Category types are based on factors like arch height, running habits and body frame.

Features & Benefits:

  • Impact Guidance System: Design philosophy that employs linked componentry to enhance the foot'p;s natural gait from heel strike to toe-off
  • Heel Clutching System: Exoskeletal heel counter provides improved support and creates improved heel fitting environment
  • Propulsion Trusstic: Mimics connective tissue in the foot by creating tension as foot enters propulsion stage
  • DuoMax Support System: A dual density midsole system positioned to enhance support and stability, positioned sport specifically
  • WET GRIP Outsole: An outsole made from a special blend of organic and non-organic components, designed to enhance traction even on wet surfaces
  • Guidance Line: Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency
  • Seamless Upper Construction
  • ASW3476
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Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 Running Shoe
 
4.3

(based on 4 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (4)
  • Comfortable (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

        • Arch Type:
        • Average arch (3)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (3)

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      May

      16

      2013

       
      3.0

      Not Quite Sure Yet...

      By Running Ripon

      from Ripon, CA

      About Me Gym Rat

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Narrow / Tight

      Best Uses

      • Road Running

      Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 Running Shoe:

      I Loved the DS Trainer 17's. Since they are no longer available in my size I went ahead and moved up to the 18's. I've worn them a few times now but am not overly happy with them. Got a horrible blister on my heel (never have had that before). They don't seem to breath like the 17's and the toe box is much tighter. I haven't given up on the 18's but wish the 17's were still available!

      • Sizing:
      • Feels half size too small
      • Width:
      • Feels too narrow
      • Arch Type:
      • Average Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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      May

      5

      2013

       
      5.0

      Women's ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18

      By JDee

      from Boerne, TX

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Fast
      • Good Arch Support
      • Lightweight
      • Pronation Control

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 Running Shoe:

        I went on a walk in these to try them out a couple days ago & then did a 4.5 mile hard run today. Asics are my favorite, so I was pretty sure I couldn't go wrong with these. I have a pair of Asics (Gel Trabuco) trail runners that I love, but for running on the road, they are a little heavy. They are fantastic for trails though. These are light, very comfortable, supportive and didn't require any break in. At first, it felt as if the arch support was misplaced. I generally order a half size up for running. As my foot started to swell a bit on my run, it felt as if everything moved into place. No shin splints and no soreness to speak of tonight. I'm more conservative with colors, so I wish they were a a little less loud, but I conserve my running shoes and don't really wear them out an about, so as long as they help me run the way I want to, I could care less about how they look.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Jan

        14

        2013

         
        5.0

        Best update in 3 years!

        By Mindy

        from La Jolla, CA

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Staff Reviewer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Fast
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Pavement

          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 Running Shoe:

          I've been alternating the last year between the last model of the DS Trainer and the Mizuno Elixir. I tried the Mizuno because the last few updates of the DS seemed to be too stiff. This update seems like it's the DS Trainer of a few years ago. The new model forefoot fit is the best and doesn't have the pinching that the previous version did. Still love my Mizuno's but have the feeling this shoe will get worn more often now.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • Average Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Jan

          10

          2013

           
          4.0

          Great shoe but runs small

          By Rebecca

          from Raleigh, NC

          About Me Gym Rat

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 Running Shoe:

              This shoe runs a bit small. Had to send it back for 1/2 size bigger.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels half size too small

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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