The ASICS GT-2160 Teal Gold sits right in the middle of ASICS’ modern revival of its early-2010s running archive, pulling a technical performance runner into today’s lifestyle rotation without stripping away its original identity. The upper blends layered mesh with synthetic overlays in a cool Teal base, contrasted by metallic Gold accents that highlight the wavy forefoot lines and segmented structure. That contrast gives the shoe a slightly industrial edge, echoing the design language ASICS was experimenting with during its GT-2000 era evolution.

The silhouette itself is rooted in stability running tech from the early 2010s, which is why the shape feels more structured than minimalist runners of its time. GEL cushioning inserts sit within a segmented midsole design, creating a ride that absorbs impact while maintaining a controlled, grounded feel. Even in its lifestyle form, that performance foundation still shows through—more supportive than soft, more engineered than casual, with a fit that feels purpose-built rather than trend-driven.

The ASICS GT-2160 Teal Gold was first released in 2025 with a retail price of $130.