Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Kayano® 23

I have always bought Asics. I currently have 5 pairs, all 11.5. I bought this new pair and was very disappointed that they are too tight. Yet the same size. I will return for a 12. I hope they are not too big.

As an experienced runner (35 years, 25+ marathons, up to 85 miles per week) I have run in virtually every Kayano since the 8s and loved most every one. Not so with the 23. I'm not sure if it's the reconfigured gel or perhaps the new FlyteFoam, but I found the ride so hard as to be completely unacceptablegone is the Kayano's characteristically plush ride. Like others, I also had problems with fit. I've got a small foot8 or 8.5 in a dress shoe and very narrow. I've never had a moment's trouble slipping into a Kayano size 9.5, but suddenly I'm finding the forefoot cramped. The size 10, on the other hand, feels too big to reasonably consider. I will give them credit for the redesigned upper which moves nicely with the foot, but my compliments have to end there. If you're new to the Kayano, you might not realize what you're missing, but as a long-time, loyal fan of this shoe, I found the 23 extremely disappointing and hope that Asics brings back the Kayano that we all know and love.

As an experienced runner (35 years, 25+ marathons, up to 85 miles per week) I have run in virtually every Kayano since the 8s and loved most every one. Not so with the 23. I'm not sure if it's the reconfigured gel or perhaps the new FlyteFoam, but I found the ride so hard as to be completely unacceptable--gone is the Kayano's characteristically plush ride. Like others, I also had problems with fit. I've got a small foot--8 or 8.5 in a dress shoe and very narrow. I've never had a moment's trouble slipping into a Kayano size 9.5, but suddenly I'm finding the forefoot cramped. The size 10, on the other hand, feels too big to reasonably consider. I will give them credit for the redesigned upper which moves nicely with the foot, but my compliments have to end there. If you're new to the Kayano, you might not realize what you're missing, but as a long-time, loyal fan of this shoe, I found the 23 extremely disappointing and hope that Asics brings back the Kayano that we all know and love.

I've been running in the Kayano for almost 20 years, and with the exception of one or two versions where they switched to asymmetrical lacing, thought each was a vast improvement on the others. I'm an experienced runner and marathoner who runs high mileage, so I'd like to think I know this shoe, and I'll tell you, the cushioning on the 23 is just horrible. Maybe it's the new foam they're using. I don't know, but the shoe just has no give. I also agree that the toe box is far too narrow. I have a small straight foot, and I can't even fit into the shoe. I hope Asics will take notice and bring back the Kayano's great ride and fit.

I have been using kayano for a long time and think they are the best. Unfortunately I am so disappointed with the new kayano 23, they are too narrow on the toe, can't use them, waist of money

I have been wearing the Kayano for several years starting with the19. The 23 has a totally different feel. I now am scuffing my heels as I run and my feet and calves are tight after a run, even short mileage. The fit is also a lot tighter in the box. If Asics is going to change a shoe it should also change the name. This is not the Kayano that I am used to and loved!

Too small in the toe area. I have worn Asic Gel Kayano's for over 5 years until last years 22 and this years 23 versions. They are too narrow in the toe box and the top of the shoe puts pressure on the big toe. The shoe also seems to made of cheaper materials. Have not been able to buy the 22 or the 23 style.

I ordered these online, love the color...they are to narrow for me. Asics use to be the only shoes that worked for my feet; haven't found a pair that work for me to date. Sadly I will be returning these .

so sad I just to love Aspics...now I'm on the hunt for a sneaker that fits as well as the Kayano 21 fit....very sad day.