The Gel-Kayano is certainly one of Asics’ hottest footwear–particularly on the subject of stability. There have been some refined however necessary tweaks to the shoe, primarily within the higher, midsole and outsole, however the 4D Steerage System that was liked a lot within the earlier model stays, and continues to ship.
Class: Stability
Drop: 10 mm
Weight: 266 g (ladies’s), 305 g (males’s)
Launch date: June 2024
MSRP: CAD $220
Higher
The higher has been redesigned to make sure strong air flow–a key element to run. The engineered mesh within the Kayano’s higher retains you cool and comfy all through your run, an particularly necessary function within the warmth of the Canadian summer time.
Midsole
The midsole nonetheless boasts PureGel within the rearfoot, and the 4D steering system within the midfoot, nevertheless, the midsole foam has modified. FF Blast + Eco was added to the brand new Kayano to create a extra cushioned journey, whereas concurrently bettering the shoe’s carbon footprint. To high it off, the Kayano is comparatively gentle, particularly for a stability shoe (which are typically barely heavier than fundamental cushioned footwear).
The 4D steering system is admittedly what units this shoe aside. As a impartial runner, I can discover stability midsoles to be a bit too constructed up and uncomfortable, however the Kayano feels completely different. The sculpted midsole gives lateral compression (i.e., on the skin of the foot), and the medial foam (on the within of the foot) guides the foot to its finest place upon touchdown. This implies the froth strikes with and responds to your foot and solely gives correction while you want it, versus forcing your foot into one specific place. That is what makes the Kayano an awesome choice for a impartial runner, alongside somebody who usually requires somewhat extra construction.
Outsole
The brand new outsole, known as the Hybrid Asicsgrip, was designed to enhance grip and likewise promote softness and cushioning. This can be a sturdy outsole that doesn’t really feel clunky–ultimate for a calming run.
Ultimate ideas
I actually like this shoe! I usually put on a impartial shoe, however the Kayano is properly cushioned and supportive, with out being clunky or forcing my foot into an uncomfortable place–making it versatile for a lot of forms of runners to get pleasure from.
This is a perfect do-it-all coach for an individual in search of one strong pair of footwear, or an awesome restoration day shoe for an individual who has invested in a couple of pairs. The Kayano is a tried-and-true workhorse that may do all of it.
