ASICS Men's Gel-Kayano 24 Running Shoes

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I am very dissapointed in these shoes. The very first time I laced them up and attempted to tie them one of the holes where the laces go through ripped. I have been a Brooks fan for a long time but was actually excited to try Asics for once. I will say that for $160.00 the quality of this shoe is something you would find in Nike or Reebok not an elite running shoe. As of now I would convince people to steer clear of kayano 25s.

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Ive been an Asics Gel Kayano wearer since the model 17s, and have always likes the fit and stability of these shoes. I go through 3-4 pairs a year, so have had multiple pairs of each model over the years. The 21 was my favorite, and the 22 and 23 models seems to have softer soles that wore off quicker. But this one might surpass that. But first I want to point out that with three pairs of the model 23s, I had no issues at all. Then the last pair I bought I had nagging hotspots on the outside balls of my feet, even ended up with my first blister in ten years there after running a half marathon earlier this year. I have to wonder if Asics has different batches of the same model with slight variations to the fit. Definitely a bad experience there, and wouldnt mind hearing from Asics on this. The 24s have a much more comfortable toebox, and one noticeable difference looks-wise - the raised parts behind the heel are gone, and that back area is flatter now. Not a problem for me as I wear my shoes slightly loose anyway to account for swelling on long runs, but it does make the fit slightly looser than before, which some might have an issue with. Well see how the soles last - I wish theyd go back to the stiffer material there. All in all, these are great shoes, same stability as older models with same comfort and cushioning (and for those who need that, its a big deal). Ive put about 80 miles on these with no issues at all, and no hotspots at all.

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Pro: These have a roomier toe box like the Kayano 22s - I skipped the 23s because of this. Con: Compared to previous versions, for some bizarre reason there is much less cushion throughout the shoe and particularly in the forefoot. Its almost as if I received a defective pair. Ive been using Kayanos for years to run ~25-30 miles per week with a foot issue that requires a cushioned stability shoe to manage. Not this model. Guess theyre just gym shoes now? Not money well spent.

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What a great fit. I have flatter feet and am right on the border of D and EE (for width). Most times D is just a touch too narrow but a EE is too wide even for thicker socks. This is the first time trying the Kayano and I didnt expect them to be any different. I was wrong. A perfect fit. The little bit extra in the toe box is an added bonus. The cushioning caught me by surprise. I knew it felt good, but until I put on my older shoes I didn’t realize just how much. As for the looks.....I didnt want to go dark and am not usually a fan of white color. However, the mix of colors with the white looks very sharp. Now with all this said, I have only walked in them. I have yet to run, but I am now sure they will work well. I may order a second pair just for running indoor while the other can be an all around show. Sure they are not cheap, but many times you need to pay more for what is best for you.

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Ran 5 pairs of Kayano 22 before switching to the 25 series. I also have pairs of Brooks I rotate in. I have about 200 miles on the shoe. These met my expectations for the Kayano. Much more stability without being truck like. Definitely feel like I have a solid platform under my foot - very stable. A bit heavy but I use them for longer slow runs, not speed work so it’s fine. Only complaint is they seem to get wetter / more sweaty in the humid Carolina summer than the 22 so they smell more and the logos inside the shoes have worn away. With 200 miles the bottoms are wearing well but the plastic guidance bar is really chewed up which I’ve never encountered before. Just an observation. The indigo are a bit more flashy and have more light blue than the picture so it was a bit shocking but I’m fine with it now. My Kayano 22s would get me 300-350 miles before replacement and I think these will go at least that long based on their condition now. Durable, stable shoe, a bit heavy but no issues other than that.

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