ASICS Hyper Speed 6
The 2026 entry in ASICS's budget racing line keeps the recipe simple: a light, plateless FlyteFoam package for fast workouts and races at a fraction of super-shoe cost. It remains a workhorse flat for speed sessions and shorter race distances.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop5 mm
Heel stack33 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for
Reach for the ASICS Hyper Speed 6 for tempo days and intervals and race day. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Speed workRace day
Pros
- Cheapest true speed shoe in the lineup
- Light, flexible, natural-feeling
- Durable enough to train in
- Modest cushioning and bounce
- Not a marathon shoe for most
Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability32
Popularity62
Price90
Versatility52
Lightness95
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$95Price (MSRP)
33 mmStack height
5 mmDrop
6.6 ozMen's weight
5.6 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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