ASICS

ASICS is the world's leading brand in wrestling shoes, with a history in this footwear that dates back to 1955.

Born in Japan from the pioneering project of Onitsuka Tiger, ASICS introduced a revolutionary concept for its time: footwear specifically designed for wrestling — lightweight, flexible, and built around the wrestler's foot, in contrast to the heavy canvas boots that dominated the market until then.

Since 1978, when legendary Olympic champion Dan Gable became the first athlete to officially partner with the brand, ASICS has been worn by virtually every generation of elite freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestlers.

Names like Jordan Burroughs — Olympic gold medalist in London 2012 and owner of his own signature model (JB Elite) since 2013 — John Smith, Cael Sanderson, Rulon Gardner, and Henry Cejudo have competed and won wearing ASICS shoes on the biggest stages in world wrestling.

The current ASICS catalog is built around lines that cover every level and style: the Matflex as an entry-level option for training and beginner competition; the Snapdown as a versatile mid-range model; and the Aggressor and Split Elite as high-end references for professional competition, with key differences between the mono-sole — maximum grip on the mat — and the split sole that prioritizes midfoot flexibility.

All models share the features that have made ASICS the standard in the sport: firm ankle support, extreme lightness, breathable materials, and traction specifically engineered for work on wrestling mats.