Hi, guys. It's that time of year again - early releases on many of our favorite Asics shoes are here! While it's very exciting for most of us, some of you get worried that the version that you loved all year is about to go away forever and you have to get used to something new. Luckily, Asics is very good about sticking with what works. They do, however, put a lot into their R&D and will make updates based on new technologies and customer input. Here's what you can look forward to with the new models...

Asics Gel Kayano 16: the addition of new technology in the Guidance Line which allows for enhanced gait efficiency, a reduction in the overlays for less chance of irritation, and the women's Kayano 16 has an increased heel height (3mm) to alleviate strain on the Achilles tendon and the addition of Softop Duomax (provides a softer landing)

Asics Gel DS Trainer 15: same tooling as the DS Trainer 14 (yea!), but with a 1/2 oz reduction in weight, and a sleeker look...fast!

Asics GT 2150: Asics knows to keep the changes to this bestseller very minimal so the biggest news on this one is the heel collar has been dropped slightly to help with ankle irritation and a 1/2 oz weight reduction = better performance.

That's all for now. All of these are available in stores and online at www.runningcenters.com.