The MAGIC SPEED 4 shoe is designed to support your racing goals. In addition to the softer cushioning experience, this shoe helps create better stability throughout your stride. ​ A sculpted carbon plate is designed to help improve stability and propel your foot forward. This helps create a smoother and more propulsive experience during the toe-off phase of your stride.​ Additionally, this shoe is updated with FF TURBO cushioning, which helps you experience a more energetic toe-off during tempo runs and races.
The MAGIC SPEED 4 shoe is designed to support your racing goals. In addition to the softer cushioning experience, this shoe helps create better stability throughout your stride. ​ A sculpted carbon plate is designed to help improve stability and propel your foot forward. This helps create a smoother and more propulsive experience during the toe-off phase of your stride.​ Additionally, this shoe is updated with FF TURBO cushioning, which helps you experience a more energetic toe-off during tempo runs and races.
The MAGIC SPEED 4 shoe is designed to support your racing goals. In addition to the softer cushioning experience, this shoe helps create better stability throughout your stride. ​ A sculpted carbon plate is designed to help improve stability and propel your foot forward. This helps create a smoother and more propulsive experience during the toe-off phase of your stride.​ Additionally, this shoe is updated with FF TURBO cushioning, which helps you experience a more energetic toe-off during tempo runs and races.
The MAGIC SPEED 4 shoe is designed to support your racing goals. In addition to the softer cushioning experience, this shoe helps create better stability throughout your stride. ​ A sculpted carbon plate is designed to help improve stability and propel your foot forward. This helps create a smoother and more propulsive experience during the toe-off phase of your stride.​ Additionally, this shoe is updated with FF TURBO cushioning, which helps you experience a more energetic toe-off during tempo runs and races.
Last updated at 04/05/2026 07:31:55
ASICS Magic Speed 4 Safety Yellow, UK 8.5
Delivery between 9–13 Apr $14.99
originally posted on asics.com
To my (happy) surprise, these shoes feel EXACTLY like the carbon plated super shoes I just bought and returned, except WIDE! On the Edge Paris and other regular sized Asics shoes, my mid foot hangs over the side but not these. The carbon plate is WAY morecomfortable in these bad boys as well, versus the harsh upward pointing plate in the Edge.Also, unlike the Edge which had a "roll-y" feeling, the plates here make me feel like I am springing up when I walk or run. The foam is also very high and soft feeling, and feels way better than the mushy foam in the Nimbus. It is way better than the Novablasts as well.All in all, these shoes are above average and S tier. They should be the only choice for anyone with wode feet looking for a carbon plated quality racing ... MoreTo my (happy) surprise, these shoes feel EXACTLY like the carbon plated super shoes I just bought and returned, except WIDE! On the Edge Paris and other regular sized Asics shoes, my mid foot hangs over the side but not these. The carbon plate is WAY morecomfortable in these bad boys as well, versus the harsh upward pointing plate in the Edge.Also, unlike the Edge which had a "roll-y" feeling, the plates here make me feel like I am springing up when I walk or run. The foam is also very high and soft feeling, and feels way better than the mushy foam in the Nimbus. It is way better than the Novablasts as well.All in all, these shoes are above average and S tier. They should be the only choice for anyone with wode feet looking for a carbon plated quality racing shoe. The upper also is the same material and build as the Metapseed Paris, so it feels exactly the same just wide. My only complaint is with Asics for these being sold out in pre order in wide. I had to get them from another website that had my size in stock, but they only had one pair left. This market scarcity driving thing is reminiscent of Nike and pointless. There's no better shoe than these shoes and I don't want to buy anything else. Even the Alphafly 3 is in stock again so Asics is technically at the bottom at this point.
originally posted on asics.com
I’m a older runner that ran exclusively in ASICS back in the 1970s , 80s and early 2000s but then it seem like ASICS fell behind with all the other shoe manufacturers and didn’t produce anything worth running in for years. This new Magic Speed 4 is the first ASICS I’ve purchased in years. Gotta say it is good , the lockdown, the ride is great you can feel the bounce of the plate. I do think it’s a little stiff and ridged feeling from what I was expecting, hopefully the foam will soften up some as I run in the shoes. But I don’t think there is a perfect running shoe for any of us. You gotta take the good with some bad. How ever I do day good job ASICS
originally posted on asics.com
These felt fabulous from the moment I put them on. They also look fantastic in the vibrant yellow colourway too - catching the eye of a few who’ve seen them since I’ve had them. My last Magic Speed were the first iteration and I loved them, but these have had a heap of improvements across the board. Bouncy, comfortable and they definitely feel stable. The roll off the toe and the spring of the carbon certainly propel you forward. A quick time in the first wearing of them on a 5k race shows promise for what’s to come. Love these and look forward to more speed sessions in them.
ASICS Magic Speed 4 Safety Yellow, UK 8.5
Delivery between 9–13 Apr $14.99
To my (happy) surprise, these shoes feel EXACTLY like the carbon plated super shoes I just bought and returned, except WIDE! On the Edge Paris and other regular sized Asics shoes, my mid foot hangs over the side but not these. The carbon plate is WAY morecomfortable in these bad boys as well, versus the harsh upward pointing plate in the Edge.Also, unlike the Edge which had a "roll-y" feeling, the plates here make me feel like I am springing up when I walk or run. The foam is also very high and soft feeling, and feels way better than the mushy foam in the Nimbus. It is way better than the Novablasts as well.All in all, these shoes are above average and S tier. They should be the only choice for anyone with wode feet looking for a carbon plated quality racing ... MoreTo my (happy) surprise, these shoes feel EXACTLY like the carbon plated super shoes I just bought and returned, except WIDE! On the Edge Paris and other regular sized Asics shoes, my mid foot hangs over the side but not these. The carbon plate is WAY morecomfortable in these bad boys as well, versus the harsh upward pointing plate in the Edge.Also, unlike the Edge which had a "roll-y" feeling, the plates here make me feel like I am springing up when I walk or run. The foam is also very high and soft feeling, and feels way better than the mushy foam in the Nimbus. It is way better than the Novablasts as well.All in all, these shoes are above average and S tier. They should be the only choice for anyone with wode feet looking for a carbon plated quality racing shoe. The upper also is the same material and build as the Metapseed Paris, so it feels exactly the same just wide. My only complaint is with Asics for these being sold out in pre order in wide. I had to get them from another website that had my size in stock, but they only had one pair left. This market scarcity driving thing is reminiscent of Nike and pointless. There's no better shoe than these shoes and I don't want to buy anything else. Even the Alphafly 3 is in stock again so Asics is technically at the bottom at this point.
I’m a older runner that ran exclusively in ASICS back in the 1970s , 80s and early 2000s but then it seem like ASICS fell behind with all the other shoe manufacturers and didn’t produce anything worth running in for years. This new Magic Speed 4 is the first ASICS I’ve purchased in years. Gotta say it is good , the lockdown, the ride is great you can feel the bounce of the plate. I do think it’s a little stiff and ridged feeling from what I was expecting, hopefully the foam will soften up some as I run in the shoes. But I don’t think there is a perfect running shoe for any of us. You gotta take the good with some bad. How ever I do day good job ASICS
These felt fabulous from the moment I put them on. They also look fantastic in the vibrant yellow colourway too - catching the eye of a few who’ve seen them since I’ve had them. My last Magic Speed were the first iteration and I loved them, but these have had a heap of improvements across the board. Bouncy, comfortable and they definitely feel stable. The roll off the toe and the spring of the carbon certainly propel you forward. A quick time in the first wearing of them on a 5k race shows promise for what’s to come. Love these and look forward to more speed sessions in them.
I love the Magic Speed series ... and `i just think that this latest model might be the best yet.Why?From the very first time I put these shoes on, they were very comfortable. I use these shoes for races and I don't want to be uncormfortable for 26 miles ... I don't want to be thinking about blisters or sore feet, I want to be focusing on my pace, my nutrition and my desired outcome. These shoes, tick that box, Comfort - YES!They feel very bouncy and very light ... these are shoes that MAKE me want to run fast. They feel exactly like they are designed to ... to make fast running possible! I put these on and I FEEL fast! And more than that, they make me want to RUN!I have the bright yellow version of these ... bright and fast! You will definitely see me ... MoreI love the Magic Speed series ... and `i just think that this latest model might be the best yet.Why?From the very first time I put these shoes on, they were very comfortable. I use these shoes for races and I don't want to be uncormfortable for 26 miles ... I don't want to be thinking about blisters or sore feet, I want to be focusing on my pace, my nutrition and my desired outcome. These shoes, tick that box, Comfort - YES!They feel very bouncy and very light ... these are shoes that MAKE me want to run fast. They feel exactly like they are designed to ... to make fast running possible! I put these on and I FEEL fast! And more than that, they make me want to RUN!I have the bright yellow version of these ... bright and fast! You will definitely see me coming on race day! I love them and can't wait to run my first race in the latest version! I've run the marathon sections of my last 2 ironman events in Magic Speed and they've been brilliant .... can't wait for these at ironman number 3 !
I bought these for interval training. At first I wasn't impressed and it's very difficult to get your foot into this shoe. Also the shoe laces are too short if you tie a runners loop, typical Asics problem.But after about 50km the shoe got "broken in". I find myself grabbing these more and more for speed and interval sessions.The shoe ran hard at first for a shoe with so much cushioning, but gets softer as the km's increase.Definitely not a marathon shoe, more for 5km-21km fast sessions.Overall it is a good shoe that really grows on you.
It does what it says on the tin. True to size for ASICS. But why is this the Paris colourway? What are they not red, white, and blue? Nevermind. Felt a couple of mm higher stack than the Metaspeed Sky but still very stable. A little heavier with regular laces, a little padding on the tongue, and solid construction. Designed as a carbon training shoe (I think). As usual, they feel a bit weird and squishy when walking around but feel great once you start running. A little more cushioning and bounce than the Metaspeed Sky. If you suffer foot fatigue in long races in your carbon super shoes then these just might be the thing for long distance ironman triathlons or a marathon.
So this is a difficult review to leave, as there isn’t anything particularly glaring wrong with the shoes. I have about 50 miles on them but the fit is just problematic. The mid and forefoot widths are good but the volume is just too much, so I’m finding it difficult to lock down the forefoot for fast paces (workouts and repeats). I have the opposite problem with the heel, I have to leave it kind of loose (there is definitely no issues with heel slip!) but it tends to bother my Achilles during longer efforts. I have even given lock laces a shot but because of the positioning of the laces and the lack of tongue padding it didn’t really help either issue. So overall, I really like the platform but the upper is passable only, so I’m giving 3 stars.
I mistakenly submitted my review on the standard width for this shoe but will put it here also. I really like these shoes. I got these in size 9.5 wide. Normally I'd wear 9 for anything other than running/hiking. I went half up to accommodate foot swelling during long runs. I presume I would've started feeling some pain, tingling and/or numbness at the toes around 3-6 mile mark with size 9, standard width. It’s not easy finding wide shoes with a carbon plate and I’m glad ASICS made these in wide. ASICS, please make more shoes/colors in wide. I'd love to purchase the Novablast, Superblast, Metaspeed edge/sky Paris in sunset red/black or safety yellow colors, in wide. Thanks for reading and I hope this brief review was helpful!
The Magic Speed 4 are your go-to shoe for speedy intervals & road races with their carbon plate, FF Blast Turbo & FF Blast Plus foam, and an overall bouncy & comfortable feel. I have worn the Magic Speed 3 over the past few months and as my first carbon plated shoe I loved them. However, ASICS have really improved the model in the 4 with a more cushioned feel and softer/material upper that makes it feel like a more every day trainer initially but once you get running you can really feel that spring in your step! I'll be wearing these for my speed work during marathon training and any shorter road races I may have in the lead up. I wear the same size in these as I would in other ASICS road shoes and they fit perfectly.
The Asics Magic 4 running shoes are an exceptional choice for me, a blend of comfort, performance, and style. The lightweight design ensures a responsive and agile run, making them ideal for both short tempo runs and long-distance training. The cushioning is perfectly balanced, offering great support without compromising on the ground feel, while the breathable upper keeps your feet cool and dry even during intense workouts. With their sleek design and reliable durability, the Asics Magic 4 is a fantastic investment for anyone serious about enhancing their running experience.
