{"product_id":"asics-magic-speed-5-white-pure-silver","title":"Asics MAGIC SPEED 5 Unisex Road Racing Shoes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Training. Faster Racing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASICS MAGIC SPEED™ 5 is engineered for runners who want race-day speed with the durability to handle regular training. Sitting between the SUPERBLAST™ and the elite METASPEED™ racing series, the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 delivers a responsive, energetic ride thanks to a full-length carbon plate and ASICS' latest FF BLAST™ TURBO cushioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for tempo runs, interval sessions and road racing, the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 helps you maintain a quicker turnover with an aggressive rocker geometry that propels you forward through every stride. Whether you're chasing a new personal best in a 10K, half marathon or marathon, this lightweight performance shoe is built to help you run efficiently at faster paces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Shoe Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASICS MAGIC SPEED™ 5 is ideal for neutral runners looking for a lightweight, carbon-plated shoe for speed training, tempo workouts and road racing. It suits experienced runners wanting race-day performance without stepping into a premium elite racing shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen This Shoe Makes Sense\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your training includes intervals, threshold runs, parkruns or races from 5K to the marathon, the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 provides the responsiveness and efficiency needed to help you run faster while remaining durable enough for regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Performance Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eUnisex Road Racing Shoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eRoad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCushioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidsole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFF BLAST™ TURBO Foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFull-Length Carbon Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eEngineered Lightweight Mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel-to-Toe Drop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eApproximately 230 g (size dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTempo runs, intervals, 5K to marathon racing and speed training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Help You Run Faster\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASICS MAGIC SPEED™ 5 combines lightweight construction with race-inspired technology to deliver an energetic running experience. The full-length carbon plate increases propulsion by helping drive you forward through toe-off, making it easier to maintain quicker paces during training and competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts FF BLAST™ TURBO midsole delivers lightweight cushioning with excellent energy return, creating a responsive ride that feels fast without sacrificing comfort over longer distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engineered mesh upper provides a breathable, race-ready fit that securely wraps the foot while allowing airflow during high-intensity efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aggressive forefoot rocker encourages efficient transitions, helping reduce energy loss and maintain momentum throughout every stride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere This Shoe Performs Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTempo Runs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterval Training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5K \u0026amp; 10K Racing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Marathon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarathon Racing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eASICS Performance Running Shoe Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003ePlate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMAGIC SPEED™ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFull Carbon Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSpeed Training \u0026amp; Racing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNOVABLAST™ 6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDaily Training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSUPERBLAST™ 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHigh-Mileage Performance Training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMETASPEED™ SKY PARIS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFull Carbon Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eElite Racing \u0026amp; Personal Bests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length carbon plate enhances propulsion and running efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFF BLAST™ TURBO cushioning delivers lightweight responsiveness and excellent energy return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered mesh upper provides breathable comfort and a secure race-ready fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive rocker geometry promotes faster heel-to-toe transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight construction encourages quicker cadence and reduced fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable outsole offers reliable grip for both training and race day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for runners targeting faster performances from 5K through the marathon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDurban Runner Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASICS MAGIC SPEED™ 5 is one of our favourite performance trainers for runners looking to bridge the gap between everyday mileage and race-day speed. It offers much of the efficiency of ASICS' elite racing shoes while remaining durable enough for regular speed sessions. If you're chasing a new personal best without committing to a dedicated race-only shoe, the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 is an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit Durban Runner for professional gait analysis and expert shoe fitting to find the right performance shoe for your goals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the ASICS MAGIC SPEED™ 5 a carbon-plated running shoe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features a full-length carbon plate that helps improve propulsion and running efficiency during faster-paced efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 for daily training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While it excels during speed sessions and races, its durable construction also makes it suitable for tempo runs and structured training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 suitable for marathon racing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Many runners will find it an excellent marathon shoe, especially those wanting a stable, durable carbon-plated option. Elite runners seeking maximum efficiency may prefer the METASPEED™ series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 compare to the NOVABLAST™ 6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NOVABLAST™ 6 is designed as a versatile daily trainer, while the MAGIC SPEED™ 5 is tuned for speed, featuring a carbon plate and more aggressive geometry for racing and fast workouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should choose the MAGIC SPEED™ 5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is ideal for neutral runners who want a lightweight, responsive shoe for interval training, tempo sessions, road racing and achieving new personal bests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Asics","offers":[{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 6","offer_id":48713940861184,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-6","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 6.5","offer_id":48713940893952,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-6.5","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 7","offer_id":48713940926720,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-7","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 7.5","offer_id":48713940959488,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-7.5","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 8","offer_id":48713940992256,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-8","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE\/PURE SILVER \/ 8.5","offer_id":48713941025024,"sku":"1013A183-WHI-8.5","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/4323\/5328\/files\/DSC_0366_667c48f9-9547-4cea-8f6f-25e65487a645.jpg?v=1784540880","url":"https:\/\/durbanrunner.co.za\/products\/asics-magic-speed-5-white-pure-silver","provider":"Durban Runner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}