Asics Containment Thread

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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.

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Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.

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Any plans on more original designs like the Vic NBD or the Flexkee in the near future? I really dig the skate revamps of classics, but it would be cool to see more original skate shoes as well. (Also give us a skate version of the GSM please)

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Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.

isn't the gsm pretty much the same shoe as the japan but with onitsuka tiger instead of asics on the tongue? i know there are some other slight design differences but having skate versions of both is kinda unnecessary i think

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japan

[Grand Saber]

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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.

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Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.

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Any plans on more original designs like the Vic NBD or the Flexkee in the near future? I really dig the skate revamps of classics, but it would be cool to see more original skate shoes as well. (Also give us a skate version of the GSM please)

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Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.

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isn't the gsm pretty much the same shoe as the japan but with onitsuka tiger instead of asics on the tongue? i know there are some other slight design differences but having skate versions of both is kinda unnecessary i think

gsm


japan

I am currently skating some GSM's that I had laying around and have skated the Japan Pro 3 times now. The GSM is a bit slimmer, the toe is not as raised, and has a thinner sole. I like them both, but they skated a little different and noticed my flip tricks were a little sharper on the GSM.

[TwisT]

[fs1/2cab]

When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.

[yghartsyrt]

When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.

a couple of pages ago, i was told summer 2024

[GumOnMyGrip]

When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.

Gel Vickka is better than the Japan IMO. Better feel and durability.

[toque]

Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever 

[big_kev_215]

Finally caved and bought a pair of the Japan Pro.  Been skating only Fastbreaks for a while but I’m looking forward to throwing them into the rotation. Anyone like or dislike those?

[Mmmdonutss94]

Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever

I actually feel the opposite, I bought the same ones from black sheep and they feel narrow and a little long on the toes. I purchased a size 10 and usually wear a size 10 in everything aside from the original Tyshawn’s, Tiago 1010 and GT blazers which I wear a 9.5

[big_kev_215]

Finally caved and bought a pair of the Japan Pro.  Been skating only Fastbreaks for a while but I’m looking forward to throwing them into the rotation. Anyone like or dislike those?

Update: skated the Japan Pros a couple times.  Went TTS, they feel good.  A little stiff out of the box and the rubber of the sole feels kind of hard (at least compared to the Fastbreaks I’ve been skating recently).  Overall they’ve been enjoyable to skate as they’re breaking in more.  Somewhat of a Dunk low feel with a less rounded toe. 

[pointandclick]

been wanting to try the shoes but they arent in canada yet.
im a tough size for shoes in general, a 7 us for most brands. but 6.5 fits in the japan pro and gel vickka.

the japan straight up fits and feels like i want a dunk to fit, tried dunks over the years and they never feel grippy enough. the japan feels sooo grippy, going to skate the vickka first, i skated the the busenitz for over 10 years and this is like a less rampy, less stitchy version. probably the best flicking shoe.

also got the gel flexkee, definitely different but the build quality is there. theres a super subtle asics logo on the rubber toe piece which is cool, seems like a crazy durable shoe.

[Dad Board]

Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever

I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.

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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever

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I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.

this is a bummer.
i didn’t have this same experience, with asics, but i’ve had it several times, over the years. nike, adidas, and nb have all given me a similar feeling: shoe that was amazing, and then a subsequent pair being noticeably less good.
i’m curious as to how it happens.

[GumOnMyGrip]

 

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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever

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I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.

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this is a bummer.
i didn’t have this same experience, with asics, but i’ve had it several times, over the years. nike, adidas, and nb have all given me a similar feeling: shoe that was amazing, and then a subsequent pair being noticeably less good.
i’m curious as to how it happens.

I think it’s the sole. I had two pairs of the light blue vickkas and the midnight purple/ black sole is waaaay stiffer. The shoe didn’t mold to my foot the way the light blue ones did.  I’ll keep getting them but staying away from black soles.

[Sold Out]

Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.

[Watson]

Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.

Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.

[Dad Board]

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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.

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Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.

Would you happen to know why they haven’t got any of the major online skate retailers? My locals don’t have them and paying $15-20 for shipping from a skateshop across the country hurts. Was hoping tactics or SW would have them in by now

[banksandledges]

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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.

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Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.

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Would you happen to know why they haven’t got any of the major online skate retailers? My locals don’t have them and paying $15-20 for shipping from a skateshop across the country hurts. Was hoping tactics or SW would have them in by now

No majors right now. We’re trying to keep it to small shops that are active in their communities. I would try Premier or SPOT. Where are you located?

[Kook Me Amadeus]

Saw that Cassette Skateshop is carrying Asics now, and soon on their online store.  Stoked for @MOE SYZLAK and will definitely try to get mine there when I grab some.

[MOE SYZLAK]

Saw that Cassette Skateshop is carrying Asics now, and soon on their online store.  Stoked for @MOE SYZLAK and will definitely try to get mine there when I grab some.

Dope! They will be up on the site the 16th

[overwaxed]

I grabbed some vickkas and japans from blue flowers during their bogo sale. I've skated the vickkas so far, and they're pretty great - similar to NB# 440s, nice thin cupsole - the flick took some adjustment from the half cabs I'd been skating prior. I think I'll like the Japans even more.

[Banned from the room]

The Japan looks good.

[MOE SYZLAK]

https://www.cassetteskateshop.com/search?q=asics&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

I updated the shipping cost on the Asics to a $5 flat rate.
Note *the rate will not work when combined with other items.
Thanks Pals ❤️- Moe

[144p]

We just got opened for Asics, also do free shipping over $99
light on sizes but just re ordered so should have more soon
https://www.35thave.com/shop/Shoes/Asics.htm

[europa1991]

Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em

[Nth syd bear]

Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em

BTurner seems to like them.

I really looking forward to these coming to Australia,
But damn it seems like forever

[banksandledges]

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Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em

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BTurner seems to like them.

I really looking forward to these coming to Australia,
But damn it seems like forever

I believe we will launch in Australia in a few months.

[fakie nollie]

@MOE SYZLAK  @144p have either of you heard whisperings of the black/white Vicka Pro’s getting restocked?

[banksandledges]

@MOE SYZLAK  @144p have either of you heard whisperings of the black/white Vicka Pro’s getting restocked?

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[banksandledges]

https://thepremierstore.com/blogs/product/asics-skateboarding-5

Drop 6 releases today. Premier ships internationally for those outside of the US and Japan. New video today as well.