ASICS Jolt 5
ASICS' entry-level neutral road shoe with an EVA midsole and a solid rubber outsole, for starting out on easy runs and walks.
Specs
- Weight (g)
- 265
- Drop (mm)
- 10
- Cushioning
- Balanced
- Stability
- Neutral
- Plate
- None
- Surface
- Road
- Price
- Budget
- Lifespan (km)
- 750
- Released
- 2025
Lifespan is our editorial estimate — no manufacturer publishes one — as is any figure the linked source does not state.
Best for
The Jolt 5 is ASICS' entry-level road shoe, and at $65 it keeps the recipe short: an EVA midsole, a solid rubber outsole and a 10 mm drop, designed to help you run or walk more comfortably. The cushion is regular and the support neutral, and at 265 g it is not heavy for what it is.
It suits anyone starting out, or anyone who needs an inexpensive pair for easy runs and walks, where simple cushioning and a tough outsole are all you need.
It is not a performance trainer, and it is not for long or fast sessions. The plain EVA foam and basic construction give a steady but unremarkable ride, so as your mileage grows you will want more cushion and a livelier midsole.