ASICS Metaspeed Sky 4
The 2026 generation of the stride-style Metaspeed racer, continuing the carbon plate and ultralight FF Leap-based platform of the Tokyo edition. It remains ASICS's flagship marathon shoe for runners who extend their stride at race pace.
Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop5 mm
Heel stack39 mm
Toe boxNarrow
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for
Reach for the ASICS Metaspeed Sky 4 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
Race daySpeed work
Pros
- Flagship race-day performance
- Extremely light
- Big compliant bounce
- Very expensive
- Specs largely carried over from the Tokyo edition
- Race-day durability only
Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability32
Popularity80
Price40
Versatility52
Lightness95
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$275Price (MSRP)
39 mmStack height
5 mmDrop
6.2 ozMen's weight
5.2 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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