ASICS Women’s GT-2000 12

The Researcher’s Take: Why We Like It

If your feet tend to roll inward (overpronation) and you need a shoe that corrects your form without feeling stiff or heavy, the ASICS Women’s GT-2000 12 is engineered for you.

Based on our analysis of the tech, ASICS has focused on “adaptive stability.” The headline feature is the 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM. Unlike old-school stability shoes that felt like bricks, this system uses wider base nets and specific geometrical shapes to guide your foot naturally through the stride, providing support only when you need it.

Key Features Breakdown

• Advanced Stability: The 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM provides a stable platform that helps create a smoother transition from heel strike to toe-off, reducing the wobble that leads to fatigue.
• Softer Landings: The rearfoot PureGEL technology is lighter and softer than previous GEL versions. In plain English, it absorbs shock effectively, protecting your joints on hard pavement.
• Secure Fit: The Jacquard mesh upper offers a supportive foothold while keeping the shoe breathable.
• Eco-Conscious Design: We appreciate the sustainability effort here. At least 50% of the upper is made with recycled content, and the sockliner uses a solution dyeing process that significantly reduces water and carbon emissions.

Deep Dive: GT-2000 12 vs. 11?

The GT-2000 12 is a significant overhaul.

• The Stability Change: The 11 used the LITETRUSS system (firm foam on the inside). The 12 moves to the 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM. This makes the 12 feel less intrusive and more like a neutral shoe that happens to be stable.
• The Cushion: The addition of PureGEL (hidden inside, not visible) makes the heel strike significantly softer and smoother than the visible GEL of the 11.

Who Should Buy This Shoe?

• The Overpronator: The classic target audience. If you need arch support to prevent inward rolling, this is a staple.
• The Daily Trainer: Perfect for everything from easy 5Ks to half-marathon training runs.
• The Heel Striker: The PureGEL in the heel is specifically designed to cushion high-impact heel landings.
• The Walker: Excellent stability makes it a safe, comfortable choice for fitness walking.

## Sizing and Fit Advice

The ASICS GT-2000 12 fits true to size.

• Width: ASICS is known for a slightly snug, performance fit. If you have wide feet, look for the Wide (D) option.
• Heel: The heel collar is plush and holds the foot securely, minimizing slippage.

Technical Specifications

• Category: Stability / Overpronation
• Support Tech: 3D GUIDANCE SYSTEM™
• Cushioning: Rearfoot PureGEL™
• Upper: Jacquard Mesh
• Sustainability: Recycled materials & Solution Dyeing
• Drop: 8 mm