Hey:
I've been running in the Asics Gel DS Trainers since the IX's and I just noticed that the new model (XI) is out. I'm going to need a new pair of DS's in a month or so when my current pair wear out. Has anybody made the switch from the X's to the XI's or run in the XI's? I'm curious to find out what the differences are in the new model. Can anyone help me out here? Thanks!
the new ones are red
they are also a half ounce heavier
The changes to the DS Trainer from the IX to the XI is the midsole is now lighter due to the new midsole material Asics developed called solyte, I am not postive that they changed the midsole but I think they did. They also changed the mesh on the upper that is lighter and a little more open. It should fit and feel the same but be a tad lighter.
they may be lighter than the IX's but they are listed as a half ounce heaver than the X's.
i think the biggest change from the IX's is that they moved the I from the left side over to the right side of the X.
I ran in DS trainers for about 5 years. Best thing I ever did was switch to Saucony fast twitch. My friend gave me a pair in 2003 I think and I haven't used anything since. If you like the DS trainer, you'll really dig the fast twitch.
Hmm...well thanks for the help. I think my main concern is comparing the fit of the two shoes. (I'll be ordering them online since it's cheaper.) It looks like the two shoes will fit very similar.
Do the XI's have the same durability problems as the X's? On both pair of X's I had, I wore a hole in the sole after about 250 miles, all in the toe area (and I don't have anykind of weird stride either).
Come on, anyone have anything? It's either you or Runners world shoe reviews...