ASICS Gel-NYC Smoke Grey Black

ASICS GEL-NYC 'Smoke Grey Black' combines the layered shape of early-2000s running shoes with a distinctive patent finish. Its upper references the GEL-NIMBUS 3, adding details from the GEL-MC PLUS V to create its intricate arrangement of overlapping panels. In this colourway, the pale grey, almost cream upper contrasts with glossy black overlays wrapping around the lower part of the shoe. The contrast brings out the substantial silhouette without introducing a busy mix of colours.

A mesh base is paired with synthetic leather overlays, including panels with a patent sheen. The open mesh texture gives the upper a lighter appearance, balanced by the smooth finish of the surrounding panels. Underfoot, tooling borrowed from the GEL-CUMULUS 16 combines GEL cushioning inserts with FLUIDRIDE and FLYTEFOAM technologies. This brings soft cushioning for everyday walking to the archival design, making the GEL-NYC a sneaker for city life rather than simply a reference to vintage running equipment.

Key features:

• Colour: Pale grey, off-white and black (Smoke Grey/Black).
• Upper material: Mesh and synthetic leather, including patent overlays.
• Cushioning: GEL inserts with FLUIDRIDE and FLYTEFOAM technologies.
• Details: Upper inspired by the GEL-NIMBUS 3 and GEL-MC PLUS V, with tooling from the GEL-CUMULUS 16.
• SKU: 1203B081-020