ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 vs. New Balance 1012 review
Learn what the difference is between ASICS GEL Evolution 6 and New Balance 1012 in this review, and compare prices to find the best deal on these two motion control running shoes.
In two previous articles I wrote about the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 and New Balance WR1012 motion control running shoes for women.
The New Balance 1012 is a running shoe that is said to be comparable to the ASICS GEL-Evolution 5, so theoretically speaking the New Balance 1012 should stack up well against the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6, because it is an upgrade of the ASICS GEL-Evolution 5.
You can read about how ASICS GEL-Evolution 5 compares to New Balance 1012 in a previous article I wrote.
Looking at the New Balance WR1012 and ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 side-by-side gives a good comparison of the two motion control running shoes.
An immediate noticeable difference between the two running shoes is their outsoles. The addition of Guidance Line has improved the stride on the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 and runs from the heel to the forefoot. While there are such vertical lines running through the outsole of the New Balance 1012, the connection between the heel and forefoot is missing.
However, this does not mean that you would have a less efficient stride with the New Balance 1012, because it should offer you more flexibility in the forefoot since it has more flex grooves than the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 in that area.
Another noticeable difference in the outsoles is the crashpad at the outsides of the heels. The ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 has two separate lugs in this area, while the New Balance 1012 has only one, meaning that the shock dissipation should be more effective in the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 than in the New Balance 1012.
If you look at the midsoles, you can see that the midsole of the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 is slightly ticker near the arch of the foot. The device that controls pronation on both motion control running shoes covers a much larger area in the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 than it does in the New Balance 1012.
And the women's version of the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 has something called soft top DuoMax, which adds softness to the platform. All in all, the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 should provide you with more support, control, and comfort than the New Balance 1012.
Finally, the position of the mesh and synthetic overlays on both athletic shoes is similar. In the heel, both motion control running shoes provide you with a good amount of wrapping around the heel and also pull the heel towards the midfoot.
While the New Balance 1012 locks the midfoot internally down on the platform with a lockdown liner integrated in the lacing system, the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 provides outer overlays around the midfoot for a secure fit. In addition, the overlays on the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 have been placed strategically in the forefoot area in such a way not to cause irritation.
Where the women's running shoes are concerned, the New Balance WR1012 weighs approximately 323 grams (11.4 oz), while the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 weighs 317 grams (11.2 oz), which makes it 6 grams (0.2 oz) lighter when you compare motion control running shoes by weight.
If you're looking for a flexible New Balance motion control running shoe that provides a smooth ride as well as maximum support to over-pronators, the New Balance WR1012 might be the running shoe to go with.
If you're looking for a comfortable motion control running shoe that provides excellent stability, a secure fit, and helps increase the efficiency of your gait cycle, the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 might be the better option.
The New Balance WR1012 comes at a suggested retail price of US $129.99, while the ASICS GEL-Evolution 6 is almost $10 cheaper at US $120 when you compare motion control running shoes by price.
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