ASICS2026 Review
Asics Beyond FF
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The perfect middle ground between Asics' Rocket and Netburner.
Fit
Who is it for?
- Position
- WingCentre backBack
- For
- Men
- Player weight
- 75 – 90 kg · 90 – 110 kg · > 110 kg
- Level
- Intermediate, Advanced
We recommend it if…
- Intermediate wings and centre backs with 3-4 training sessions a week
- Players looking for a step up from the Gel-Rocket without a high-end price
- Those who value AHAR durability over maximum responsiveness
- Feet of normal width looking for more cushioning than the Rocket
Pick another if…
- Beginners (price too high for their needs)
- Advanced-to-professional level (go for the Netburner Ballistic FF 4 or Powerbreak FF)
- Pivots who need maximum lateral stability
- Players who prioritise maximum responsiveness over durability
Our test
The good and the bad
Pros
- Excellent performance/price balance
- Light, cushioned FlyteFoam
- Superior AHAR durability
- Good for intense training sessions
Cons
- Less technical than the Netburner
- Understated design
Before you order
Sizes and fit
- Fit
- Regular
- Weight
- 300 g
- Drop
- 10 mm
Where to buy
Price at each shop
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€77.90
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Buy at Atmosfera Sport · €54.00 (opens in a new tab)How we score it
Score by category
- Grip
- 8.7
- Cushioning
- 8.5
- Stability
- 8.4
- Durability
- 8.8
- Value for money
- 8.8
Gorka Cabañas' opinion
Journalist. Former handball player and coach. Co-founder of Liftados
The Beyond FF is the model I'd choose if I had to recommend a single shoe for 80% of amateur handball players in Spain. Full-length FlyteFoam in the midsole and a tough AHAR outsole at a mid-range price: it's hard to argue against.
What I like most when analysing it is its consistency. Over the years I've learned to be wary of shoes that excel in a single parameter at the expense of the others. The Beyond FF has an 8.5 overall because it's solid across the board: enough grip, more than decent cushioning, a 300-gram weight that doesn't tire you out, and an upper that survives a season of heavy use.
Its weak point is specialisation: it's not the best for any position in particular. A top-level pivot will prefer the Netburner Ballistic for more cushioning, and an explosive wing will look at the Blade FF 2 for less weight. But if you play several positions, if you're a coach who also plays in training, or if you want a single shoe that works for everything, the Beyond FF is the one.
Published on 18 November 2025 · Liftados.com
On-court review
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Grip and traction
The AHAR (Asian High Abrasion Rubber) outsole of the Asics Beyond FF scores 8.7 for grip, clearly above the conventional non-marking rubber outsoles of entry-level models. AHAR combines high grip with exceptional durability: it's the same compound Asics uses in its top-of-the-range models, albeit without the reinforcement of the AHAR+ version. For intermediate wings and centre backs playing handball on standard courts, AHAR delivers first-class performance that stays consistent throughout the season. The outsole pattern favours the multidirectional movements typical of the outside positions in handball.
Cushioning and energy return
The full-length FlyteFoam midsole of the Asics Beyond FF is the model's big differentiator compared with the Gel-Rocket range. FlyteFoam is Asics' high-performance foam, offering more responsiveness and less weight than conventional EVA, with a more uniform cell structure that delivers more consistent energy return. With 8.5 for cushioning and a full-length midsole (from heel to forefoot), the Beyond FF protects the joints across the entire contact surface, unlike the Gel-Rocket, which only has GEL in the heel. For players who train 3-4 times a week, this full-length cushioning makes a real difference to accumulated joint fatigue.
Stability and support
With 8.4 for stability, the Asics Beyond FF offers very adequate lateral support for intermediate wings and centre backs. The engineered mesh upper has a more defined structure than the Gel-Rocket's basic mesh, with stiffer zones on the sides that provide containment during changes of direction. The normal fit makes it easy to adjust for different foot types. For the player looking for more support than the Gel-Rocket without going to the stiffness of the Netburner Ballistic, the Beyond FF is the perfect balance in the Asics catalogue.
Who this shoe is for
The Asics Beyond FF occupies Asics' mid-range slot for handball: more performance than the Gel-Rocket/Gel-Tactic, at a mid-range price. It's the logical choice for intermediate players who have moved beyond the beginner stage and need more cushioning and durability without spending on the premium model. Compared with the Puma Solarflash III, the Beyond FF has better grip thanks to AHAR and better durability. Compared with the Puma Solarstrike 4 (NITRO), the Beyond FF has better durability but a less responsive midsole.
Liftados verdict · 8.5/10
The Asics Beyond FF is the perfect middle ground between Asics' Gel-Rocket and Netburner. Full-length FlyteFoam for mid-to-high-level cushioning, AHAR for exceptional durability and engineered mesh for adequate support. For intermediate players who already need more than a Gel-Rocket but don't have the budget for the Netburner, it's the right choice in the Asics catalogue.
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