Asics Gel Resolution original versus version 2

[jorel]

Anyone wear both versions and can tell us if they are at all different? or are they pretty much the same shoe with a new paintjob

 

[jrod]

Anyone wear both versions and can tell us if they are at all different? or are they pretty much the same shoe with a new paintjob

I'd say they're essentially the same shoe. The newer ones are perhaps a tad stiffer. They've stated they improved the toe dragging, but since I don't drag my toes I can't comment. Durability still does seem to be an issue, but the performance and comfort are still excellent.

 

[chris_ah1]

I would say the durability isn't THAT bad. I don't pound the court for 5hours a day, but I play enough and the originals lasted about 9months ish.
In fact I killed the cushioning at the same time I had destroyed the traction so I was pleased with that.

I must admit I prefer the aesthetics of the original black and gold. I was sceptical, but I have grown to like them. They were also surprisingly grippy and warm shoes in the snow :S (asics originals btw). so the new revision is going to be good if a little stiffer due to extra foot and heel support in the structure.