I'm  a big guy, and I've worn and worn out pretty much all the major brands of running shoes.  For some reason, I have never taken a real look at ASICS.  They lack the media saturation so that they seem to be some second tier brand.  This image persists even though they are not priced as second level at the top of the line here.

These shoes are the best shoes I have had to work out in, period.  They are light but stable, and the cushioning is ample (whatever the GEL system is, it works) but not too pillowy.  You can feel the road and the treadmill in your feet, but not in your ankles and knees.

I love these shoes, and I'm glad I bought them.  My next pair of running shoes will be ASICS too.