Asics
Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men
The ASICS GT-2160 is a men's low-top sneaker in a black colorway (model 1203A275) designed for daily casual wear and walking. It features a breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays, a padded collar and tongue, a removable foam footbed, GEL technology in the heel for shock absorption, a segmented midsole, and a non-skid embossed outsole. User reviews describe it as a comfortable and durable daily trainer.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Breathable knit upper and lining; removable foam footbed; non-skid embossed outer sole
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, athleisure, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Black Asics GT-2160 men's sneakers with a breathable knit upper, GEL cushioning, and a segmented midsole for everyday comfort.
Breathable knit upper and lining, padded collar and tongue, removable foam footbed, GEL technology at the heel, segmented midsole, non-skid embossed outsole.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Breathable knit upper and lining; removable foam footbed; non-skid embossed outer sole
- Style
- casual, athleisure, sporty
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, running-errands
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- breathable knit upper
- breathable knit lining
- padded collar
- padded tongue
- removable foam footbed
- GEL technology at the back of the foot
- improved shock absorption
- softer feel with every stride
- segmented midsole
- non-skid embossed outer sole
- black colorway
- men's model
- Asics GT-2160
- model number 1203A275
Product Insights
Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men 170 CAD Men's/unisex D width, true to size, not the narrower women's-release GT-2160 Rearfoot GEL is positioned to soften heel strike and smooth the stride No water-repellent treatment; the mesh upper will wet through in rain or slush
Verified claims
- product_identity
- Model 1203A275 is this black GT-2160, not a different build from 1203A320
- variants
- Eight black sizes from 8 to 12, all in stock at 170 CAD
- sizing
- Size 12 is the top of the run, with no room to go up
- sizing
- No 8.5 option; the half-size ladder begins at 9.5
- sizing
- Measure foot length against a wall and choose the larger size if between sizes
- comfort
- Rearfoot GEL is positioned to soften heel strike and smooth the stride
- midsole
- Segmented midsole flexes with the foot and is tuned for walking/casual wear
- stability
- Neutral ride with no medial posting, despite the GT name
- design
- Retro design borrows 2010s GT-2000 cues but softens the sole for daily wear
- breathability
- Open knit/mesh upper and textile lining are built for ventilation
- weather
- No water-repellent treatment; the mesh upper will wet through in rain or slush
- durability
- One long-term buyer reported the upper held up through rain, snow, summer sun and heavy chores
- comfort
- Padded collar and tongue add step-in comfort around the ankle and instep
- footbed
- Removable foam footbed can be taken out for fit adjustments or replacement
- traction
- Non-skid embossed outsole with segmented tread blocks
- construction
- Layered synthetic overlays reinforce the open mesh upper
- styling
- Black base with gray and bluish-gray accents reads as a versatile retro runner
- use_case
- Best for daily casual wear and light walking, not high-mileage running
- value
- Flat 170 CAD across all sizes keeps the top end from costing more
Product record
- Title
- Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men
- Brand
- Asics
- Price
- 170 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Everyday casual wear with a streetwear focus
Designed for everyday wear, the GT-2160 takes the running-derived GT-2000 as its base but swaps the harder stability material for a softened sole, with comfort in daily wear as the stated design goal. The revamped version uses an outsole rubber chosen to suit streetwear and an aesthetic curated with a stronger fashion focus than more technical Sportstyle models, plus a non-skid embossed outer sole.[1,2,3]
Walking-ready sneaker with a fashion focus
...[2]
Daily running shoe
A Reddit user describes the Asics GT-2160 as an excellent daily trainer, reporting really good longevity and excellent comfort in their own pair. This reported experience suggests the sneaker suits runners looking for a dependable everyday shoe.[4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men: Choose this if you want a streetwear-leaning take on the ASICS Sportstyle GT-2160, whose aesthetic was curated with a stronger fashion focus than the brand's more technical Sportstyle models and which wears a different outsole rubber suited to streetwear. Its breathable open-mesh upper with bluish-gray synthetic overlays, padded tongue and collar, and silicone gel midsole make it a comfortable everyday pick—one Reddit commenter calls it an excellent daily trainer with excellent comfort and really good longevity in their own pair. Note that its Trusstic system is optimized for walking rather than high-mileage running, so treat it as a lifestyle-and-walking shoe instead of a serious running trainer; this black colorway comes in men's sizes 8 through 12.[1,2,4,5,6,7] | Gel-1130 Sneakers Men: Choose this if you want a retro-modern sneaker with a 2000s running-inspired silhouette, heel GEL cushioning, a cushioned OrthoLite footbed, and the TRUSSTIC support system that Asics positions as a stability feature. It has a mesh upper with leather-style overlays (with the main upper material containing more than 20% recycled content), a non-skid rubber outsole, and comes in Black, Grey, or White in men's sizes 7 through 13. Note that it is described as an entry-level model with less GEL than Asics's more expensive shoes, some wearers find the comfort good rather than great, and one reviewer warns it is not a running shoe despite the running-inspired look.[8,9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a low-top running shoe showing a black mesh upper with dark gray synthetic overlay stripes, laces, padded collar and a thick dark midsole and outsole.
- Overall silhouetteProfile (side) view of a low-top athletic shoe with toe pointing right and visible medial side panels.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (high) - Upper materialBlack open hexagonal mesh fabric forms the main upper across vamp, quarter and toe box.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.58 · h 0.20 (high) - Synthetic overlaysLayered dark gray synthetic overlays form multi-panel reinforcement and an interlaced stripe motif over the mesh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.65 · h 0.28 (high) - Brand stripe motifInterlaced overlay stripes create a distinctive cross-hatched brand-style pattern along the midfoot.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsStandard lace-up closure with flat dark gray laces threaded through stitched eyelet panels; six visible eyelet rows.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.40 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Tongue and collarPadded tongue and low padded collar in a darker knit fabric; tongue sits slightly raised above collar.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Midsole constructionThick sculpted midsole in dark charcoal with molded grooves and layered texture wrapping from heel to forefoot.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.72 · w 0.86 · h 0.14 (high) - Outsole treadDark outsole with visible tread pattern and segmented grooves at the forefoot and heel.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.78 · w 0.90 · h 0.16 (high) - Heel text emboss“Raised or embossed small text on the rear lateral overlay that appears to read GT-2160”Partial
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing centered shoe on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath; side-oriented composition.
- Background and settingEven light gray seamless background occupying entire image behind the shoe.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse lighting with a faint contact shadow directly beneath the shoe and minimal specular highlights on overlays.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.78 · w 0.90 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionShoe centered horizontally and positioned in the lower half of the frame, shown in full profile.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on shoe with clear material and texture detail.
Colors
black· mesh upper#0D0E0Ddark cool gray· synthetic overlays and stripe motif#535C63dark charcoal· midsole and outsole#1C1C1C- Overall silhouetteProfile (side) view of a low-top athletic shoe with toe pointing right and visible medial side panels.
- 02
Product
Rear and partial side view of a pair of athletic sneakers showing the heel, midsole, outsole, and upper with mesh and layered synthetic overlays.
- Overall viewTwo sneakers shown from the rear and rear-quarter side; right shoe is in the foreground showing the heel interior opening and outer lateral side, left shoe lies on its side exposing the full outsole and part of the medial side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Heel collar and liningPadded heel collar with visible soft textile lining in black; collar has a rounded cutaway opening into the shoe interior.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.31 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Upper materialOpen hexagonal black mesh upper overlaid by multiple stitched synthetic panels in a darker gray and a lighter desaturated bluish-gray glossy material forming the brand stripe motifs.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.36 · w 0.43 · h 0.32 (high) - Heel counter and badgeRaised synthetic heel counter in dark gray with an oval textured badge containing the letters GEL.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Midsole constructionLayered sculpted midsole in matte black with a visible translucent window insert near the heel and textured horizontal lines on the midsole surface.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.61 · w 0.45 · h 0.23 (high) - Outsole treadLeft shoe outsole visible with patterned tread blocks, circular indent details, and raised ribs; outsole appears predominantly black rubber.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.48 (high) - Side model text“GT-2160”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.47 · w 0.27 · h 0.08 (high) - GEL badge text“GEL”
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.49 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high) - Lace area visiblePortion of laces and eyelet overlays visible on the right shoe's forefoot leading edge, matching the lighter glossy overlay color.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.45 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light gray background showing two shoes; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows under the shoes; image cropped to focus on rear and outsole details.
- BackgroundFlat, uniform light gray background filling the frame.
- CompositionRight shoe placed in foreground slightly angled to show lateral rear; left shoe positioned on its side behind showing outsole; both shoes are cropped with full pair visible.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with subtle diffuse shadow under and around the shoes; minimal specular highlights on glossy overlays and midsole window.
Colors
black· mesh uppercharcoal gray· synthetic heel counter and midsole panelsdesaturated bluish gray· glossy overlay stripes and accentssmoky translucent· translucent midsole window- Overall viewTwo sneakers shown from the rear and rear-quarter side; right shoe is in the foreground showing the heel interior opening and outer lateral side, left shoe lies on its side exposing the full outsole and part of the medial side.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of athletic sneakers showing black open-mesh uppers with bluish-gray synthetic overlay panels, gray laces, padded tongues and visible insoles bearing the 'asics' wordmark.
- Overall viewPair of sneakers shown from a top-down perspective, both shoes visible and aligned toe-up, soles not visible.
- Upper meshOpen honeycomb-style mesh covers the toe box and central upper area; mesh appears black and reveals underlying dark insole area.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.06 · w 0.25 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.06 · w 0.25 · h 0.28 (high) - Synthetic overlay panelsBluish-gray synthetic overlays form structural lines around the toe, eyestay, and sides; overlays have a slightly glossy finish and are layered over the mesh.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.28 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high) - LacingFlat woven laces in a muted gray run through stitched eyestays and are tied in a loose factory knot arrangement.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Tongue and throatPadded tongues rise above the eyestays; tongues have a textured mesh covering and a small round/oval stitched label area near the top.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Insole branding“The word 'asics' is printed on the visible insole area of each shoe.”
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Heel collar paddingInner heel collars are padded and covered in a medium gray textile; padding creates a rounded ankle opening.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.23 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.66 · w 0.23 · h 0.22 (high) - Midsole/outsole edgeVisible outer edge of the midsole and outsole is black and runs around the shoe perimeter where the upper meets the sole.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.10 · w 0.86 · h 0.80 (medium)
Other
Studio top-down shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; both shoes centered and fully visible.
- Shot compositionTop-down studio photograph with both shoes placed side by side, toes toward the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.
- Background and shadowsSmooth light-gray background with subtle soft shadows beneath the shoes indicating diffused lighting from above.
- Image croppingEntire pair of shoes is visible within the frame with small margin to the image edges.
Colors
black· mesh upperbluish gray· overlay panels and eyestaymedium gray· inner collar and tongue mesh
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Asics
GT-2160
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4597999 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 8 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598000 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 9 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598001 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 9.5 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598002 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 10 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598003 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 10.5 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598004 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 11 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598005 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 11.5 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
| 4598006 | Black Gt-2160 Sneakers Men - Black - 12 | CA$170.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/asicsRedditors praise the ASICS GT-2160 as a stylish and comfortable daily sneaker, though some colorways may be women's releases that run narrower.
Both threads express enthusiasm for the GT-2160's comfort, durability, and colourways, with only a minor fit caveat.
Themes
Use Cases
- Daily casual wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Light blue GT-2160 colourway
A user is deciding between the darker colourway and the light blue pair of the GT-2160.
Source Threads
GT-2160 praised as excellent comfortable daily trainer
2160 is an excellent daily, hard shoe to fault. Longevity in mine also really good and excellent comfort
u/ContributionFuzzy504r/asicsView thread →
First GT-2160 purchase praised for colourway; darker colourway mentioned
SO NICE! I got the darker colourway but im stuck between adding these and the light blue pair
u/ShyShy_LDNr/asicsView thread →