Asics Speedstars III vs. Asics DS Trainer 14

Running Shoes/Running Gear Shoes

15 years ago 03/17/2009 9:20am EDT

I've always been a fan of Asics, particularly the lightweight training shoes. Right now, I'm running in the Speedstars III (yellow and black shoes) and they feel great. I have a fairly high arch, and have always considered myself a "neutral" runner, but the DS trainers are more of a stability shoe.

I have the opportunity to buy the DS trainers for $60 as opposed to the $75 speedstars. Are the DS trainers really that much different? Or should I shell out the extra $40 (for two pair of shoes, and shipping) on shoes I already know I like. I'm leaning toward buying the DS trainers but want to hear some input from someone who might know if the two shoes are really that different.

15 years ago 03/17/2009 12:13pm EDT

re: pablo

Both are lightweight but the DS has a medial post and having too much stability can cause problems. Personally, I would pay the extra money for the shoes you are using right now unless you have some issues with them. If it is not broke don't fix it.

15 years ago 03/17/2009 2:06pm EDT

re: pablo

DS 14's are a little heavier. not much, but slightly. ds trainer is 10.2 oz compared to the speedstar 8.8 oz.

The DS 14's don't have much of a post either. I'm a neutral runner and usually run in the speedstars, and the post in the DS trainers usually bother me. I tried them out and love the new DS trainers.

15 years ago 03/17/2009 8:07pm EDT

re: sasquatch

DS Trainer is over 10 oz., not lightweight.

15 years ago 03/17/2009 8:20pm EDT

re: pablo

get 3 pairs of speedstars on eastbay and they will be 65 each

problem solved

15 years ago 03/17/2009 9:24pm EDT

re: doo doo

Speedstar II > Speedstar III

15 years ago 03/17/2009 9:43pm EDT

re: pez

I am VERY dissapointed with the last 3 models of DS trainers. I like the speedstars, though I could use a tiny bit more arch support, I am enjoying them far more than the DS trainer 14s. Will continue to buy the speedstars, which are lighter and more responsive.

15 years ago 03/18/2009 8:36am EDT

re: stop barking

This is a big difference: 1.4 oz is 16% more than the Speedster. At 90 steps per leg per minute, it equates to swinging nearly 8 more pounds of weight per leg each minute you run. If you need the support, the DS trainer is a good choice, but if you don't, the added weight of the medial support does more harm than good.

[quote]stop barking wrote:

DS 14's are a little heavier. not much, but slightly. ds trainer is 10.2 oz compared to the speedstar 8.8 oz.

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15 years ago 03/18/2009 9:06am EDT

re: nyloco

Thanks for the advice everyone. I think I'll stick with the Speedstars, who knows they may go down in price in a month or two, when I actually need them.

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