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The Magic Speed 5 is Asics' mid-tier carbon-plated road racer, sitting below the Metaspeed Sky and Edge. It pairs a full-length carbon plate with FF Blast+ foam and a 10 mm drop, so it feels fast but less aggressive than a top-tier race shoe. Reviewers like it as a tempo and race-day option for neutral runners who want plate speed without the stiffest ride. It is heavier and firmer than the Metaspeed line, which suits runners stepping up to plated shoes more than elites chasing a podium.
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Lowest price we've seen: $161.77 on Nov 10 at 365Rider. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
Owners rate it highly as a tempo and race shoe, praising the plate-assisted turnover and comfortable fit. Some find it firm and less lively than Asics' top racers, and a few note the outsole wears with high mileage.
