Loaded with advanced features that emphasize comfort, the new Asics GEL-Challenger® tennis shoe makes a play for recreational players looking to up their game. Our signature GEL® cushioning lines the rearfoot and forefoot for exceptional shock attenuation and cloud-like comfort, while the Solyte® Midsole reduces overall weight for enhanced speed. In terms of fit, the layered memory foam collar hugs the heel while the Flexion Fit® Upper surrounds the entire foot with non-restrictive formfitting support. TECHNOLOGY: FLEXION FIT® UPPER Proprietary upper which provides form fitting comfort without sacrificing support. PGUARD™ TOE PROTECTOR Enhanced toe durability. REARFOOT AND FOREFOOT GEL® TECHNOLOGY CUSHIONING SYSTEM Attenuates shock during impact and toe-off phases, and allows movement in multiple planes as the foot transitions through the gait cycle. P.H.F™ (PERSONAL HEEL FIT) COLLAR LINING 2 layers of memory foam line the collar and mold to the athlete’s heel, creating a personalized fit. SOLYTE® MIDSOLE MATERIAL A lighter weight midsole compound than ASICS standard EVA and SpEVA® midsoles. Also features enhanced cushioning and durability. TRUSSTIC SYSTEM® TECHNOLOGY Reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe. AHAR® OUTSOLE Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability. Asics Shoes 1041A045.014