As an ASICS Frontrunner from the UK team, ASICS kindly gifted me a pair of the new GEL-NOOSA Tri 15 to try and test out so here is my personal review. Ryan: The Asics Noosa Tri 13 was one of my favorite stable/neutral trainers from last year so I was excited to try out this year's model. The 14 retains many of the features I enjoyed in the 13 but the Flytefoam EVA midsole feels slightly softer underfoot. Despite saying this, the midsole is still quite firm, helping to create a smooth toe off thanks to its pretty significant toe spring. Be aware, this will hold your toes in a small amount of extension making the shoe feel slightly shorter. The heel bevel creates a soft landing leading to a smooth transition to the forefoot and the upper does a good job securing the foot and providing a snug fit. ALEX: I wanted to love the Noosa Tri 15 and make it a primary non-plated trainer in my repertoire, but I’m sad to report my infatuation has waned, and I think my critique falls in two major camps; performance and aesthetics. Let’s talk performance first. I logged close to 50 miles in the shoe of varying distances and paced runs. While with the 14, I felt confident in what I could handle (almost anything) and had a similar bouncy experience, my time with the Noosa Tri 15 varied wildly. It will offer a comfortable and supportive fit for a high to normal arch type, with plenty of cushioning.

What makes NOOSA TRI™ 15 running shoe fast and comfortable? Lightweight FLYTEFOAM™ technology provides added comfort without weighing you down. Comfortable upper design for easier transitions during different stages of a triathlon. Increased toe-spring increases your speed during runs. Stability: B+ (Stable/neutral trainer with no true structural components. Still provides a stable ride for runners with neutral to minimal stability needs) The shoe’s FLYTEFOAM™ cushioning covers the length of its midsole, helping provide a lightweight and cushioned experience. The ASICS GUIDESOLE™ technology helps reduce ankle flexion with each step, allowing you to conserve more energy while experiencing an easy forward roll on longer runs.

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Personal: A (I typically prefer a softer midsole; however, the Noosa 14 provided a fun, comfortable ride that will remain in my rotation for tempo, interval, and easy day mileage. Bonus points as I enjoy the bright colors and crazy design .) I bought the Aquarium/Vibrant Yellow color but they come in 5 other crazy color patterns that are all equally bright. My colorway is said to be inspired by Van Gogh’s paintings. Which I thought was a cool little tidbit. New Balance Fresh Foam X Tempo v2 - A freshly updated model that provides a low profile, versatile training option I am not a triathlete but I do appreciate the effortless effort I need to put forth to get these shoes on. I have been enjoying just slipping my feet into them with no hands and then lacing them up. David: The ASICS Noosa Tri 14 is a neutral performance trainer and does not have any specific stability features. With that said it does a pretty good job throughout integrating some stability. The geometry and firmness of the shoe hold its geometry well and does seem to keep a sense of being grounded throughout the whole ride. There are some sidewalls created by the midsole that help provide a small amount of guidance while transitioning into the midfoot as well. The outsole does not provide the greatest traction though off of road and I did notice myself slipping a tad and not fully trusting the shoe when in dirt situations. For being a lightweight neutral performance trainer the Noosa does a pretty good job and I can't be mad with the results.

Yuji Tamakoshi, Performance Running Footware, Cushion Silo Design at ASICS said: “We can’t wait to see triathlon lovers around the world taking on their runs in the new NOOSA TRI™ 15 shoe. We believe that nothing feels better than moving with ASICS, and this shoe’s lightweight comfort is a great example of this, along with our bold and creative approach to visual design. We hope that the shoe’s tremendous energy-saving potential will help people to take their ability to the next level.” We haven’t used any materials of animal origin in the design and material selection stages, including the yarns, glues or other adhesives applied in the product. *The product is not certified as vegan by an independent third party. It will be an AHAR, high abrasion-resistant rubber, which will be ideal for roads and hard surfaces.May 24 th, 2023 – KOBE, JAPAN] – ASICS today announces the launch of the NOOSA TRI™ 15 shoe, a lightweight shoe that offers runners more energy, both through its eye-catching design and through its energy-saving features. Stability: B+ [Stable Neutral] ( Mild guidance methods will work well for those with neutral/mild stability needs. Rearfoot bevel could be a bit smoother) I will say however traction is not the greatest. On road situations the Noosa 14 does just fine but I have found that the shoe can be a little less trustworthy in off road or trail conditions. Even on wide runnable dirt the shoe still doesn't feel quite right underfoot, but it does a decent enough job. On the road this is a hard shoe to beat for the category. Overall, this is a really well done performance trainer that can handle a little bit of everything and shines at long tempo efforts or controlled uptempo paces, though can still run slow comfortably as well. You’ll love how lightweight they feel coming in at 6.9oz for women and 7.9 oz for men. And having a 5mm heel drop makes this neutral running shoe a very stable one.

They fit true to size with no break-in period needed. They have a very comfortable feel but still had a slightly firm one. I enjoy a tad stiffer shoes when using them for running at a faster pace.

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This shoe is designed with speed and comfort in mind – we’ve spent hours testing it at our Institute of Sports Science (ISS) in Japan. The NOOSA TRI™ 15 running shoe includes additional technical features to support you during your runs. LINDSAY: Step aside, Van Gogh. The Asics design team is here with its very own spin on post-impressionism. The Asics Noosa Tri 15 features bold colors with energetic and expressive stroke patterns, much like Van Gogh’s artistic style. It sure is eye-catching, and while I thought it was just too much at first, I have really grown to love this style. DPT/Footwear Science: A- ( I like the direction/hybrid of taking familiar midsole ingredients but providing relatively new experiences with the ride of the shoe) However, If you loved the previous bold prints and colors, get ready for some more new fashionable designs in this bold sneaker model. Ultraspire Fitted Race Belt:The best way to carry your phone and goods on the run. No bounce and various sizes for waist