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Asics Post-Prime Day Sale: Score 44% Off Editor-Tested Running Shoes (opens in a new tab)
menshealth.com · 2026-10-06
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Asics Post-Prime Day Sale: Score 44% Off Editor-Tested Running Shoes
menshealth.com · 2026-10-06
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Several studies could be the source of this story.
More than one paper fits the article's details, and none fits well enough to single out. Checking claims against the wrong study would be worse than not checking them at all.
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More than one paper fits the article's details, and none fits well enough to single out. Checking claims against the wrong study would be worse than not checking them at all.
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Claim 1 of 5Not checkedAsics running shoes are still on sale after Prime Day, with markdowns on several styles.View evidenceHide evidence
As statedup to 44 percent off
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Claim 2 of 5Not checkedThe Asics SonicBlast is marked down 44% off and is described as a lightweight, bouncy shoe with a TurboFoam midsole, breathable mesh upper, and a marshmallow-like heel.View evidenceHide evidence
As stated44 percent off
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Claim 3 of 5Not checkedThe Asics Gel-Cumulus 27 is discounted 36% off and is described as a comfortable daily running shoe with PureGEL cushioning and reflective details.View evidenceHide evidence
As stated36 percent off
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Claim 4 of 5Not checkedThe Asics Gel-Venture 11 is presented as a trail-running shoe with a grippier outsole for uneven terrain.View evidenceHide evidence
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Claim 5 of 5Not checkedThe article says it is a good time to upgrade because these popular Asics styles remain discounted after Prime Day and sizes may sell out soon.View evidenceHide evidence
As statedas much as 44 percent off
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Crossref, PubMed, Europe PMC · 15 candidate papers
Mechanical simulation for testing the forefoot cushioning of running shoes
2022 · Crossref
Novel Approach for a Hybrid Cushioning System in Running Shoes based on Halbach Arrays
Proceedings of the 10Th International Conference on Sport Sciences Research and Technology Support · 2022 · Crossref
Cushioning performance of running shoes with EVA and PU midsoles during 500 km running
Routledge Handbook of Ergonomics in Sport and Exercise · 2013 · Crossref
Long-term Cushioning Properties of Running Shoes (P152)
The Engineering of Sport 7 · 2008 · Crossref
Impact Loading in Running Shoes with Cushioning Column Systems
Journal of Applied Biomechanics · 2003 · Crossref
And 10 more candidates considered.