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ASICS Glideride Max 2
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ASICS Glideride Max 2

A firmer, lighter update to the original Glideride Max that excels as a smooth, efficient max-cushion daily trainer and marathon shoe, though some testers note it trades responsiveness for plush cushioning and rolling rocker feel.

"much more breathable in the upper" — FORDY RUNS
Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 261 g
Heel stack 46.0 mm
Drop 6.0 mm
Cushioning Maximal

Best for

Daily TrainingLong Runs
Surface Road

Specifications

Weight (M9)
261g (9.2 oz)
Stack (Heel)
46.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
40.0 mm
Drop
6.0 mm
Midsole
FF Blast Max + FF Blast Plus (EVA)
Outsole
ASICSGRIP + AHAR PLUS rubber
Upper
Recycled polyester woven
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Wide
Midfoot Width
Snug
Heel Width
Snug
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Average
Sizing
True To Size

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
Maximal
Stability
Neutral

Expert reviews · 4 reviewers · grouped per channel

DO
Doctors of Running Youtube ↗

A plush, max-stack daily trainer that trades responsiveness for cushion and a rolling rocker — aimed at easy mileage and long runs rather than speed work.

Best for: Plush daily mileage, long runs, and easy shuffling efforts

source
+1 earlier review from Doctors of Running

A meaningful upgrade over v1: lighter, more stable, firmer with a more apparent rocker; the reviewer prefers it despite the $170 price.

Best for: Runners wanting a moderately rockered, max-stack trainer that is lighter and more stable than v1.

20 miles tested · source
FR
FORDY RUNS Youtube ↑

An undervalued, versatile max-cushion daily trainer with a stable, pace-flexible ride and an improved breathable upper over V1.

Best for: Versatile daily trainer for easy to marathon-pace miles, especially for heavier runners.

source
RM
Run Moore Youtube ↗

A firmer, lighter, slightly poppier update to the Glideride Max that remains the best in its smooth high-cushion rocker category at a strong $170 price point, though still feels far from the original Glideride.

Best for: Smooth, efficient max-cushion daily training and marathon-distance running for runners wanting a glidey 6mm-drop rocker trainer

source
SB
Steve Boore (Run Moore) Youtube ↗

A firmer, lighter, slightly poppier update to the Glideride Max that remains the best in its smooth high-cushion rocker category at a strong $170 price point, though still feels far from the original Glideride.

Best for: Smooth, efficient max-cushion daily training and marathon-distance running for runners wanting a glidey 6mm-drop rocker trainer

source

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
ASICS Glideride Max 2
261g
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
272g
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
264g
ASICS Glideride Max 1
281g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
ASICS Glideride Max 2
46.0mm
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
42.0mm
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
51.0mm
ASICS Glideride Max 1
46.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
ASICS Glideride Max 2
6.0mm
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
8.0mm
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
8.0mm
ASICS Glideride Max 1
6.0mm

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Foam guide

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Similar shoes

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
272g · 8.0mm drop
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
264g · 8.0mm drop
ASICS Glideride Max 1
281g · 6.0mm drop
Nike Vomero Plus
281g · 10.0mm drop

ASICS Glideride Max 2

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Methodology. Specs come from manufacturer data and authoritative third-party catalogs. Reviewer verdicts are summarized from named, linked sources — never copied verbatim. We weight clinical and lab-tested sources more heavily than community commentary, but the specific weights stay internal. Never sponsored, never paid placement.
Last updated 2026-05-05