Asics Magic Speed 5 (2026)
speed / tempo shoe for road running, best at 5k and 10k. 37.5/30.5 mm stack · Carbon plate · Wide sizes available.
Specs
- Weight: 196 g (men's sample)
- Heel-to-toe drop: 7 mm
- Cushioning: 7/10 (our own scale)
- Terrain: road
- Support listed for: neutral
- Wide widths: yes
- Launch price: $180 MSRP (Premium)
Spec source: Asics website (we have no direct product link recorded, so please confirm the specs there). Shoe data last reviewed October 2026.
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Who should think twice
- Nothing stands out in the specs we track, but fit is personal, so try it on if you can.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Asics Magic Speed 5 best for?
It is a speed / tempo shoe for road running, best at 5k and 10k. Its listed strengths are 37.5/30.5 mm stack, carbon plate, wide sizes available.
How much does the Asics Magic Speed 5 weigh?
It is listed at about 196 g (~6.9 oz) in a men's sample size.
What is the heel-to-toe drop of the Asics Magic Speed 5?
7 mm.
Does the Asics Magic Speed 5 come in wide sizes?
Wide widths are listed for the Magic Speed 5.
Who should think twice about the Asics Magic Speed 5?
Nothing stands out in the specs we track, but fit is personal, so try it on if you can.
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