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On October 9, 2026, Believe in the Run published a review of the Asics Gel-Slowcush, a new max-cushion recovery trainer. According to that report, the shoe has a 48mm heel and 40mm forefoot stack (8mm drop), uses the new FF Luxe Plus foam, includes PureGel in the heel, and has a Hybrid AsicsGrip outsole. It is available now for $200. The review described the step-in feel as plush and comfortable for easy and recovery miles, while noting the 10.5 oz (298 g) weight, limited flexibility, and a price that overlaps with the Nimbus. This is the only report in the current coverage, so no conflicting figures or earlier claims are available to compare.
Asics has released the Gel-Slowcush, a max-cushion recovery trainer with a 48mm heel and 40mm forefoot stack (8mm drop) built on the new FF Luxe Plus foam, PureGel in the heel, and a Hybrid AsicsGrip outsole. It is available now for $200. Reviewers found the step-in feel plush and comfortable for easy and recovery miles, but noted the 10.5 oz (298 g) weight, limited flexibility, and a price that overlaps with the Nimbus.