Mr Backhand
Rookie
New release coming out by ASICS that has been posted on their Instagram. Looks interesting. Thoughts?
ASICS Speed FF2
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scratchfoot
New User
Anyone know the release date?
Nav Dalmia
New User
Finally. This looks like a return to form from Asics. Hoping it wears similar to the SS2 and SS3.
mpournaras
Hall of Fame
Might as well include the other hi def photos too:
tlsmikey
Rookie
I still like the court speed's much better. It looks like these will have the same problem as previous generations which is that rubbery like material that makes them slightly uncomfortable when they crease and they don't have a skid pad near the inside big toe like the court ff's do, so if you drag your feet when you slide you burn a hole in these super fast.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
not so sure. initially Vapor cushioning initially might be better. Speed FF2 seem to have really flimsy uppers though
Mr Backhand
Rookie
I’m not sure I like the fact the review said it had some of the stickiest outsoles, I don’t want to feel like I am stuck on the court.
gutfeeling
Hall of Fame
These FF2s seem to be taking a step back towards the gel resolution 6 (or some of the older speed models) which is a plus for me. Looking forward to these.
scratchfoot
New User
the white, red, and blue colorway is available on asics website
what_army
Professional
I played with all the SSs with my favourite being the 2s and 3s. Unfortunately the FFs are a bit more plasticky and I got an annoying pop in the front upper (I tried 3 different pairs) when bending the foot.
I wonder whether this will still be the case with the FF2s, but so far I like that asics’ apparently maintained the previous versions’ DNA.
I wonder whether this will still be the case with the FF2s, but so far I like that asics’ apparently maintained the previous versions’ DNA.
Same with me, shoe would fold and pop. Very annoying. I use them for work and not on court.
I just can't run on court with that popping.
Will not purchase those again. It is the plastic front that does not conform, as it folds and then pops.
The last Asics I purchased , and that was a good number of them as I liked the fit and comfort , as well as light weight, was the gel challengers
No popping or folding.Much better than the SS FF
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Winners or Errors
Legend
In the TW folder, Chris commented that the popping and pinching were gone with this new version. Maybe that's just marketing, but he has tended to be reliable on reviews for me in the past so I'm inclined to believe him. Looking forward to hearing from people who purchase the shoes to confirm. I'm not in the market for several months yet.
Mr Backhand
Rookie
Anyone else tried it?
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
Why didn't Asic add Dynawall to this model ? That Dynawall really work to help you push off sideways during quick change in directions which is critical in singles play
Backhanded Compliment
Legend
Orange and black... Im into theseMight as well include the other hi def photos too:
megamind
Legend
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
There is no dynawall on this speed FF2. show me
megamind
Legend
It has dynawrap, is that a different thing?
ASICS Solution Speed FF 2 | Tennis Warehouse
www.tennis-warehouse.com
JGads
G.O.A.T.
It has dynawrap, is that a different thing?
ASICS Solution Speed FF 2 | Tennis Warehouse
It's totally for show in this shoe, doesn't do anything. (as compared to the Gel Res, where the 'wrap' with the tongue/laces actually tightens to the point of bugging my foot).
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
It has dynawrap, is that a different thing?
ASICS Solution Speed FF 2 | Tennis Warehouse
Yes it is different thing. Dynawrap is just something with lacing system that locks your foot in nicely. but Dynawall is more down below where it provides firm plastic wall that you can push off of and it springs you in opposite direction when you want to change directions explosively. You know like when you are pulled out wide with sharp cross court angle and you have to change direction to comeback into the court otherwise you left huge realestate open for your opponent to hit easy winner into..
You see that Dynawall on Gel Res 8 on the bottom. That is very very nice feature that actually works. i was hoping Asic would add that to all their shoes. but doesn't look like it
megamind
Legend
Sounds like a really cool feature!Yes it is different thing. Dynawrap is just something with lacing system that locks your foot in nicely. but Dynawall is more down below where it provides firm plastic wall that you can push off of and it springs you in opposite direction when you want to change directions explosively. You know like when you are pulled out wide with sharp cross court angle and you have to change direction to comeback into the court otherwise you left huge realestate open for your opponent to hit easy winner into..
You see that Dynawall on Gel Res 8 on the bottom. That is very very nice feature that actually works. i was hoping Asic would add that to all their shoes. but doesn't look like it
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
yea, it is nice. i thought it was a gimmick. but it really does help you push off in opposite direction and direction changes make easier. Only problem is that i can't wear this Gel res 8 because Heel and ankle instability with my foot. i was hoping they would put this in Speed FF2, if they did it would have been perfect shoes. I would have added little bit more weight but overall still that shoe would had reasonably light weight.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
any more reviews on this shoe ?
megamind
Legend
Mine still hasn’t shipped yet
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
Let me know if this shoes gives back alot of energy return with every step. i was always bit afraid of this Gel cushioning because over time , it flattens out and goes dead
FIRETennis
Professional
Just tried some on today. Ridiculously comfortable, wider fit than the previous Speed FFs. They only had the yellow color so I ordered the black.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
does cushioning give you energy back ?
FIRETennis
Professional
They have that 'Asics' super plush pillowy feel to them. Hard to describe but I guess that's what you mean? Similar to the Resolutions 7s ( I didn't like the 8s ). It does go away after about a month or so of near daily playing.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
Why didn't you like the Res 8 cushioning ? Asic was promoting it as vastly improved version to Res 7, including the cushioning
Picked up a pair of the clay version here in Europe. I’ve been wearing the Solution Speeds since they debuted and these feel like an improvement over the FF1. I liked the FF1 fine and I never had the clicking issue or heel slippage (unlike the guy in the video review) but I did find them a little flimsy, especially compared to the SS2 or SS3. The FF2 won’t make you stop dreaming about the SS2 but they do feel more solid and substantial than the FF1. Sizing is same as FF1, cushioning seems a little plusher, still feels fast and light. (Possibly lighter than the FF1?). Fit is a bit wider, as other posters have mentioned. Biggest thing I noticed is the heel section of the outsole has been shaved down, so there’s less contact between the heel and court. You can see it in the photos. I could feel a difference when wearing the shoes though I doubt it has much effect on performance, and if you aren’t coming from a predecessor you probably wouldn’t even notice. Seems like there’s a bit more of a forward cant than the FF1 but according to Asics the heel drop is the same. Overall first impressions are positive.
FIRETennis
Professional
Res 8 cushioning was fine. I didn't like the feel. If you check photos of the sole and compare to the Speed FF2, you can see the outsole is a completely different shape and much wider. It's similar to the Vapors imo.
The Big Kahuna
Hall of Fame
I think the Tennis Pro Doctor reviews are the best ones going right now and he rated this shoe the FIFTH best available right now in one of his recent features. He loved it.
Shoes he rated higher:
4) Lotto Mirage 100
3) Nike GP Turbo
2) Adidas SoleCourt Boost
1) Asics Court FF2
The Big Kahuna
Hall of Fame
There IS a form of DYNAWRAP in the Asics Solution Speed FF 2. It is noted on the Asics website, but they appear to have altered it a bit from the GR8 (which did not suit everyone well).Yes it is different thing. Dynawrap is just something with lacing system that locks your foot in nicely. but Dynawall is more down below where it provides firm plastic wall that you can push off of and it springs you in opposite direction when you want to change directions explosively. You know like when you are pulled out wide with sharp cross court angle and you have to change direction to comeback into the court otherwise you left huge realestate open for your opponent to hit easy winner into..
You see that Dynawall on Gel Res 8 on the bottom. That is very very nice feature that actually works. i was hoping Asic would add that to all their shoes. but doesn't look like it
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
we are talking about Dynawall. that plastic piece on the side that helps you push off, that is game changer that they really should have put in speed FF2 and novak shoe too
RedBeard
Rookie
Have had my Speed FF2s for a couple of weeks and here are some random thoughts (Size 12, narrow foot):
1. They feel lighter on foot than their predecessor (Speed FF)
2. The toe box is wider, but they are still on the narrow side of medium through mid foot.
3. Great hard court grip.
4. A LOT more tongue padding.
5. Still get some heel slippage unless I use all the lace holes.
6. More stability than predecessor
7. The more rounded heel cup is taking some getting used to.
1. They feel lighter on foot than their predecessor (Speed FF)
2. The toe box is wider, but they are still on the narrow side of medium through mid foot.
3. Great hard court grip.
4. A LOT more tongue padding.
5. Still get some heel slippage unless I use all the lace holes.
6. More stability than predecessor
7. The more rounded heel cup is taking some getting used to.
FIRETennis
Professional
Played a couple hours in the clay version.
Amazing shoes.
Best Asics model for me so far.
They are slightly more stable than the GR7 which was my favorite shoe before.
Laces are long enough to do a proper runner's knot thus I find no heel slippage.
I agree slightly narrow through the mid foot.
Amazing shoes.
Best Asics model for me so far.
They are slightly more stable than the GR7 which was my favorite shoe before.
Laces are long enough to do a proper runner's knot thus I find no heel slippage.
I agree slightly narrow through the mid foot.
Doublebounce
Professional
Anyone have any issues sliding on hard courts with these? Like to slide into wide shots on the run and drop shots but worried that the extremely sticky grip some have talked about might take some getting used to.
JGads
G.O.A.T.
The Speeds do not have the same annoying bonus room off the end of the toe that the GR8s do. I would not size down. In fact I had to size up to better accommodate my wider than average foot. TTS will be ideal for most.
Takeitontherise
New User
Agreed. I have both. Went down a half size in GR8s (10) and have my usual size in the Speeds (10.5). Perfect fits.
JGads
G.O.A.T.
How are you liking them both and vs each other once you made the sizing adjustment? I still harbor some thoughts sometimes that maybe I should have sized down a 1/2 on the GR8 to alleviate the heel slippage and extra roominess at the toe, though I'm worried it would end up being too narrow on the sides. Obviously the GR8s have more stability which sometimes I wish I had a bit more of with the Speeds, even though the Speeds are rather great for what they are.
Slowtwitcher
Legend
Is that the physics you were taught at Stamford?
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