Is the Magic Speed 4 good for race day?

Yes. It is built for tempo runs and races up to the half marathon, with a carbon plate and FF BLAST TURBO foam for propulsion. For a full marathon, many runners prefer a higher-stack super shoe.

How does it compare with the Metaspeed Sky or Edge?

The Magic Speed 4 is the more affordable, less aggressive plated option. The Metaspeed shoes have more stack and a more pronounced plate for top-end racing.

Is it a stability shoe?

No. It is a neutral shoe. The carbon plate adds structure and stability through the stride, but it is not built for overpronation control.

What is the heel drop and weight?

The heel drop is 8 mm and the weight is about 207 g / 7.4 oz.

Can I use it for daily training?

It works for faster sessions, but the firm, plated ride is less comfortable for easy or recovery runs. Most runners keep a softer daily trainer for those.

What is the upper made of?

An engineered mesh upper for breathability, with at least 50% of the main upper material made from recycled materials.

Where is the Women's Magic Speed 4 cheapest?

At Sports Basement, for $119.95, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Women's Magic Speed 4?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Sports Basement, enroute.run.

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Women's Magic Speed 4

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Women's Magic Speed 4

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Last seen at $119.95 at Sports Basement on Nov 10.

Our take on the Women's Magic Speed 4

The Magic Speed 4 is ASICS' carbon-plated tempo and race shoe, sitting below the Metaspeed line. It pairs a full-length sculpted carbon plate with FF BLAST TURBO foam, ASICS' lightest and bounciest cushioning, for a propulsive toe-off. At about 7.4 oz with an 8 mm drop and neutral support, it is a light, lively option for faster training and race day. It is less cushioned and less aggressive than top-tier marathon racers, which suits runners who want plate-assisted speed without a super-shoe feel.

Best forTempo runs and interval sessions5K to half marathon racingNeutral runners wanting a plated trainerRunners moving up from a daily trainer

Pros

Light at about 7.4 oz
Bouncy, responsive FF BLAST TURBO foam
Full-length carbon plate adds propulsion
Breathable engineered mesh upper
Grippy ASICSGRIP outsole
Upper uses at least 50% recycled material

Cons

Regular cushioning is firmer than max-stack racers
Plate and firm ride demand decent form
Less forgiving for easy or recovery days
Not a stability shoe

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 524 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 24 ratings, buyers are positive overall. Runners like the light weight and the lively, propulsive ride for tempo work and races.

What people mention

RidePraisedRunners describe a lively, propulsive feel from the plate and foam.
WeightPraisedBuyers note how light the shoe feels on foot.
CushioningMixedSome find the regular cushioning firmer than they expected.

About the Women's Magic Speed 4

The ASICS Magic Speed 4 is a women's neutral running shoe made for tempo runs and races. A full-length carbon plate adds structure and helps propel the foot forward at toe-off. The plate is sculpted to improve stability through the stride.

The midsole uses FF BLAST TURBO cushioning, which is 33% lighter and 13% more responsive than FF BLAST cushioning. It is ASICS's lightest and bounciest cushioning material. The outsole uses ASICSGRIP rubber for grip on various terrains.

The upper is engineered mesh for breathability. At least 50% of its main material is made with recycled materials. The sockliner is made with a solution dyeing process, which reduces water use by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared with conventional dyeing.

Support: Neutral
Cushioning: Regular
Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: 207 g / 7.4 oz
Upper: Engineered mesh, at least 50% recycled materials in the main upper material
Midsole: FF BLAST TURBO cushioning
Plate: Full-length carbon plate
Outsole: ASICSGRIP rubber
Sockliner: Made with solution dyeing process

Questions and answers

Is the Magic Speed 4 good for race day?: Yes. It is built for tempo runs and races up to the half marathon, with a carbon plate and FF BLAST TURBO foam for propulsion. For a full marathon, many runners prefer a higher-stack super shoe.
How does it compare with the Metaspeed Sky or Edge?: The Magic Speed 4 is the more affordable, less aggressive plated option. The Metaspeed shoes have more stack and a more pronounced plate for top-end racing.
Is it a stability shoe?: No. It is a neutral shoe. The carbon plate adds structure and stability through the stride, but it is not built for overpronation control.
What is the heel drop and weight?: The heel drop is 8 mm and the weight is about 207 g / 7.4 oz.
Can I use it for daily training?: It works for faster sessions, but the firm, plated ride is less comfortable for easy or recovery runs. Most runners keep a softer daily trainer for those.
What is the upper made of?: An engineered mesh upper for breathability, with at least 50% of the main upper material made from recycled materials.
Where is the Women's Magic Speed 4 cheapest?: At Sports Basement, for $119.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Women's Magic Speed 4?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 24 ratings.
Where can I buy the Women's Magic Speed 4?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Sports Basement, enroute.run.