Before I rave, I should point out that I think these shoes run a bit small.  I did send my 8 back for an 8.5 - a very fast, easy exchange, and the new size is perfect!  The shoes have a lot of padding, and for my narrower feet that was a little weird to get used to (they LOOK wide), but they serve their purpose - I am not a runner, but I take kickboxing and step classes at least 4-5 days a week and I needed a shoe to handle all the jumping and diverse movements.  I've had them now for about a month and I have worn them to over 20 classes and each time I wear them I am mad that it took me so long to find them!  They offer great support yet at the same time there is enough room for my toes to spread if needed...and the occassional numbness I used to consider "normal" with my old running shoes has completely disappeared.  They are not extremely lightweight like some other shoes out there, which concerned me at first, but the support is worth it.  Oh, and just about all of my instructors wear ASICS as well.  GREAT SHOE!