Great cushion and traction, but toe box is very narrow (seems asics has become more like Nike these days, too narrow). Bought for overseas traveling, light hike, short distance run on gravel and road, and these were just perfect for all above. My serious XC days are over but I can say I would not wear these for XC since it’s so high stack and I do not really feel the ground. Another con was takes long time to dry up. Again probably too much material. Last note - asics needs better coloring options. Maybe bring in some darker monotone
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