Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kinsei® 6

I only wear sneakers and used about 2-3 Kayano in 2E per year before. Kinsei was recommended to me by the ASICS shop in Newport Beach. It's remarkable and far superior to Kayano. The regular D width fits my D+ width perfectly. This means that I'll have a choice of color instead of having to accept the only Kayano 2E color, typically white. The Kensei stability feature isn't as extreme as Kayano which suits me fine. The gel heel is ideal for preventing plantar fascitis and the sole is generally softer and grippier than Kayano's. I am a 73 yr old former runner, recovering from recent plantar fascitis and this shoe is perfect.This shoe is their masterpiece. Try it once and you'll never go Kayano again. Well worth the slight extra cost.

My husband raves about these! He says they are the best shoes. So light.

This is my go to running shoe. On my second pair. Probably should have bought a few pairs!

Best cushioning show around. Enough room in the box for feet that are wider at the front. Some running shoes get too narrow in the toe area.

I am not a runner but needed a good comfortable asics. I keep a pair for more than 5 years so I was concerned with nothing but pure comfort and a good fit. I have been in a pair of nimbus a long time and found the kinsei 6 more comfortable. The fit was a full size larger than my nimbus but with the excellent return policy at zappo i got the correct fit. Man are these a pleasure to wear With a 40.00 off regular price, an easy decision for me to upgrade!!

All around great shoe. True to size. If anything I would say that they are a little narrow, but not enough to convince me to order a wider pair.

I purchased these Asics and wore them about 2 months. I noticed I was wearing the material out under my ankle. So I sent the wonderful people at Zappos an email explaining my problem. Within 5 minutes I received an email from a supervisor letting me know my replacement shoes were shipping that day and I would receive shortly a return packing slip. You can't beat No hassle customer service like that. Awesome!

I run 17 miles, 2-3x/ week, part paved and part dirt roads. These are the best and I've been ordering them for about a year and not another brand!

I purchased these for my husband. He said these shoes are very comfortable with plenty of room in the toe box area. Well designed and very attractive! My husband has received lots compliments!

I am a gel nimbus guy and saw some reviews comparing these with the nimbus. I tried these and they feel like an extension of my foot. I have extremely flat feet with plantar facaitis and do use arch supports with these shoes so I can't give a review based solely on the shoe itself. But with the arch supports I use, these shoes feel better than anything I have put on my feet ever. They do feel a bit more snug in the toe box than the nimbus, but I don't mind. Great shoe! Try a pair if you want to feel like you are walking on air.

Decided to try these. Usually buy nimbus. They have excellent support. The cushion is good. I stand for long periods of time at work and support is great. However still feel nimbus have better cushion for standing hours on end. Work 12 hour shifts and these shoes are great. Just wish the cushion matched nimbus. Overall great buy. Good shoe. I don't run in these so for those looking for a review for solely standing/walking 12 hours a day this is it. I'm not sure how nimbus and kensei match up from a runners point of view. For me, nimbus wins for what I use them for but the Kensei is still a great shoe, good support, very stylish. Asics beat any other brand for style and comfort. I have a high end pair of brooks I just bought with these kensei and the asics kensei beat them in every way. For me brooks have too much support, too stiff. If you're looking for a comfortable shoe with cushion and support choose kensei. Did feel a little larger than nimbus in the toe box but not enough to return or anything. Very comfortable.

I bought these for my husband. He is an Asics fan. He has plantar fasciitis and flat feet so needs support and comfort. Right out of the box he loved these. He works out in them and has done lots of walking during travels. The color choice works well with jeans and most of his wardrobe.

My son is a cross country runner in school. Has been complaining of foot pain. Foot doctor gave him an orthotics, but the pain continued. I did some research online, and bought ASIC Gel Kinsei 6. My son has worn this shoes for about one month now, and has almost forgotten he used to have painful feet. This shoes are fantastic. My son doesn't cry to me anymore after running in the school. I waisted a good chunk of money to the orthopedic Dr. It's me and ASIC from now on. Give this shoes a trial if you are experiencing sore or painful feet after running.

This is my first pair of Gel-kensei 6s.I had been wearing the Kayanos for many years, but was very disappointed with the Kayano 23 and exchanged them for the Gel-Kensei 6. The Kensei 6 is a terrific shoe. It provides great support; has a true fit; and is very comfortable. It also has nice styling and is available in the latest hot colors. I liked them so much that I ordered a second pair so I can rotate on different days.

Great cushioning and like that there is enough toe box area.

I tried these because I love the Nimbus 17's and these feel very similar. very comfortable

This was the second pair of Asics that I bought within the past year or so. I'm usually on my feet a lot throughout the day and would often start suffering from bad, burning foot pain. After getting Asics I no longer have that issue! I love the colors of the kinsai 6 that I was able to get. I am a girl and have big feet so I never get to enjoy the neat colors that come in women's shoes. This shoe is so comfortable. It literally feels like I'm walking on air! I have seen people comment on how they think the new Asics run narrower. I have wide feet and do not have a problem with them feeling too narrow at all. I love these shoe so much that I plan on getting another pair in the very near future. 100% satisfied!

I read a review that said they ran 1/2size small, and since I wear 13 1/2 , and it doesn't come in half sizes, I ordered a size 14. Too big. Exchanged for a size 13. Perfect fit. Fit exactly like my nimbus 17 13 1/2s.

Great shoe. Always great service from Zappos. The shoes are quite comfortable and seem to be well constructed. If they continue to hold up and perform well, I will buy 4 more pairs. I added aftermarket insoles to provide additional support.

My husband is very pleased with these sneakers. We both wear Asics sneakers. The fit is true to size and they are comfortable with good support for his 45 minute walk each morning. Thanks Zappos for making shopping easy and fun.

Zappos' customer service is unbelievable. You are the top one on customer satisfaction. What Zappos does demonstrate true excellence. Keep meeting customer expectation. This is the right way.

Great cushioning in these Asics. I like the upper material as it seems more durable but still breathable - keeps water out better and hopefully won't tear as easily as the typical mesh.

Best shoe I've ever owned. I had to down size .5 in comparison to past Asics purchases, but this model for true to size. Past Asics purchases I had to upsize by .5, but these are true to size.

Not for overweight/heavy runners or joggers

Decent running shoes. They feel a little hard and stiff compared to previous Asics but I will keep them and try to soften them up.