The ASICS METASPEED Edge+ takes the learnings from the original version and applies them to deliver a shoe that's designed to excel at anything from shorter, faster road races to marathon distances. The shoe's energetic FLYTEFOAM Turbo midsole, propulsive carbon fiber plate, and streamlined upper make it a fantastic marathon racing option for runners with a faster cadence. What You’ll LoveLight and bouncy FLYTEFOAM Turbo Efficient rocker geometrySupportive and breathable MOTIONWRAP upper The METASPEED Edge+ is an elite racing shoe that benefits runners with a faster cadence thanks to a unique midsole geometry that encourages a quick and smooth turnover. The Edge+ has an increased heel stack to 40mm and features a new shape to the carbon fiber plate. The plate is raised in the heel and lowered in the forefoot to promote a quick turnover with more energy return. Meanwhile, the rocker geometry aids in increasing efficiency and conserving energy.The shoe's outsole is composed of a durable ASICSGRIP rubber that ensures traction through all road conditions, and a new MOTIONWRAP upper finishes off the Edge+ by providing strategic support in key areas while allowing the mesh to be open and lightweight through the forefoot. Overall, the ASICS METASPEED Edge+ is an amazing race day option that helps runners with quick cadences propel themselves towards faster times out on the road.