cushioning, moderate pronation support and better-than-average responsiveness in a cost effective package. Noteworthy additions are more gel in the rear and forefoot, and harder rubber on the outsole, which no doubt improves durability but also led to a

(W): 285g Contact: www.asics.co.uk Full Review: What's new? A groove has been introduced on the outsole to encourage a more efficient gait and its midsole material is now dual density for a softer feel. Memory foam has been extended into the tongue

not be happier - this is a vastly improved shoe over the 16. The changes look small, but the net effect is large. Vicky Smith 10: Great stability and comfort. Strengths: I changed from asics ds16 to these shoes as really were needed due to being an overpronator

return to form, offering good support for such a lightweight shoe. Weight (M): 272g Contact: www.asics.co.uk/running Full Review: The DS Trainer has gone back in time to its most successful incarnation, number 7. Having discovered that the last few

In short:A great lower-priced stability option. Pros:A great lower-priced stability option. Cons:A great lower-priced stability option. Weight (M): 346g Contact: www.asics.co.uk/running Full Review: This shoe has barely changed from its predecessor

Pros: Cons: Weight (M): 349g Weight (W): 280g Contact: www.asics.co.uk Full Review: What's new? A new heel design aims to give a more secure fit while a lower profile heel counter reduces irritation around the ankle. Asics' cushioning material

Pros: Cons: Weight (M): 312g Weight (W): 265g Contact: www.asics.co.uk Full Review: What’s new? A new decoupled structure in the forefoot and rear foot, with deeper flex grooves for better flexibility and dissipation of landing force. A whopping 34

looking for a superb fit. Weight (M): 345g Weight (W): 296g Contact: www.asics.co.uk/running Full Review: Extra spring is the main addition to the update of Asics’ flagship neutral-cushioned shoe. Solyte, a pillowy midsole material, has been added to give

Pros: Cons: Weight (M): 381g Weight (W): 319g Contact: www.asics.co.uk Full Review: What's new? The latest version of the hi-tech shoe is lighter than its predecessor. There's an external heel counter to improve fit, and a sole groove that follows

): 255g Contact: www.asics.co.uk Full Review: What's new? Asics introduces a new and slightly lighter midsole construction designed to encourage efficient gait. Fit is improved with the addition of a new heel unit combining memory foam and a collar