Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 26
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2,268 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
67%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
14%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
8%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
7%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
62%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
74%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I normally wear a size 11 in ASICS but for some reason the right foot was tight in this model. The sneaker felt a bit rigid but I think that's intended for a stabilizing shoe. I returned it- not so easy shopping online for a sneaker.
Mi56,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Length runs short. I buy all Gel-Kayano's and always where the same size but this particular shoe runs short for some reason. I had to return.
Blondie,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
The fit has changed slightly again. 6 1/2 is more like 6. In addition, the quality of finishing has deteriorated
KC F,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Love the shoes! Would like to buy some more, but have not heard back from ASICS regarding their First Responder discount.
SB51,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Good solid sneaker. Heavier than expected and weak on a "GEL" experience. Although, still vey comfortable. Provide good support for hours. And it is designed to fit Eastern European descent feet which is a huge plus.
Nonbiased O,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
As usual, Gel-Kayano 26 doesn't disappoint. This is my 3rd or 4th pair over the last 16 years, and I just love the comfort and quality of this sneaker. The only reason I'm giving it a 3 is because I'm not crazy about the color. I wasn't able to find the style similar to previous ones that I LOVED in my size (on Sale at the time), but the shoe is still so worth it.
DaleW,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
They are very comfortable, soft and cushiony; I feel that there is little support however. These will probably be my just wear for comfort shoes rather than for any kind of sport participation. Very roomy toe box.
J A,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Evidently Asics decided that the Kayano needed to be redesigned, again. I ordered my normal size, 6.5W but unfortunately, my big toe hits the end of the shoe. Not ideal for working out...so I will be returning these and either trying a larger size or different generation.
KimL,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Super comfy shoes. I ran 5 miles the first time I wore them and my feet were just fine. They are very light and am happy I bought them.
Florchi,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I always wear a size 8 in every shoe every brand, including prior ASICS. This shoe style was too small and I have to return and reorder an 8.5
Becky 1,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These were recommended/sold to me by a running store. They are the exact opposite of what I needed and 5 minutes into wearing them, took them off and walked home barefoot. So, if you have high arches and pains in the balls of your feet, and I tend to walk on the outside of my foot, these are not the right shoe for you. They are super cushiony feeling, but don't give the support a high-arched person needs. I walk 10,000+ steps a day. They also put me in a size 8, when I am a 6.5/7, small feet, so they run a bit small.
Debbie2020,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Narrow for my foot, I wear orthotics and the shoe rubs against my outside ankle
Marhoo65,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Not thrilled with these newest ASICS.
Felt the ones I have purchased in the past were more comfortable.
Not happy with the price, but having a very large shoe size, just happy I can get some in a woman’s size and not purchase men’s...
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Don’t wear other brands
JCrown, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
My feet are very flat. With these I feel I will have to purchase some type of insole. No support.
Takingcareofme,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
After 5+ years of wearing the Gel-Kayano exclusively, I had to return these. Loved the look of the Gel-Kayano 26 but fit was off. The toe box felt narrower than previous versions and the heel was so big it kept slipping off my foot when walking around the house.
Seasonedrunner,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I wear nothing but Kayono. 26 was a bit disappointing when compared to 25. Solid shoe. Seems like the Kayono 25 had more padding and was more comfortable. I liked previous version better than the 26.
Swagdad,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I am a huge fan of the gel-kayano 25 and decided to take a leap to try the 26. Even though the 26 i received is supposed to be the same size as my 25 pairs I love, the shoes are shorter in length so my toes are scrunched. I wear an old pair of 25s to mow the lawn and they fit fine so no my feet have not grown. Overall, I'm still in favor of the way 25s fit.
Lorenzo2,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I am EXTREMELY flat footed. These were highly recommended for overpronation. I don't feel any significant support that suggests these shoes are better for my flat feet. I still experience discomfort in my arches.
Shabinka,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Narrow and not very cushioned, I wear orthotics and they fit in shoe but it's not comfortable
Marhoo65,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
The shoes look great but unfortunately hurt my feet. O got them because I overpronate and these were recommended for them. I can definitely feel the added stability but there is something about the additional support on the interior of the shoe that causes me a lot of discomfort when running or walking. After less than a quarter of a mile my arches begin to hurt and my lower calves are in fire. I put in my old cheap shoes and I dont have any issues with my arches and my lower calves do not begin to get tight until about the mile mark and not severe like with these shoes. Wish I could return them but didn't realize how uncomfortable they were until giving them a good run.
Skidme22,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Nice sturdy shoe however the sizing is not right. Ordered the same size as I have a GT1000 and was way too tight, the next size up the shoe was really wide and gave little hold. OK but not the best - for me...
Anne1357,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
This is a nice shoe, but the toe box is way to wide! I consider my foot a little on the wide side and my foot is sliding all around in this shoe. My daughter, who also ordered this shoe, has a narrow foot and she has to tie it so tight it has a pleat in the toe material. Please return to normal sizes and bring back the narrow size too!!
MomT,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
This is a good shoe, that used to be wonderful. I have been disappointed that they changed the cushion in the sole from "Fluidride" to "FlyteFoam"a few years ago. I prefer the previous, more cushioned shoe. I was told by a shoe store that ASICS lost the use of the softer sole material when an employee left & took his formula with him, forming his own company. I have no documentation of this & have not found a suitable replacement shoe. If ASICS has the ability to revert back to the better material I hope they will.
Walker2021,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
This is a good walking shoe, but it's very heavy when I run. I normally get the Gt-2000 shoe, but wanted to try something different. I think I will stay with my GT's.
Aprilk,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have been buying Gel Kayano's for years. I bought the 26 in Black--great looking shoe, good arch support. I ordered half a size up--10--and WIDE. This seemed to be a good fit. I recently went back to my old Kayano 22's to walk on the beach as I didn't want to get my black ones full of sand. They were like putting a PILLOW on the bottom of my feet compared to the 26's!! I couldn't believe it! I noticed that the 26's are made in Vietnam and the 22's in China so I guess they opened a different plant. For what these shoes cost, everything should be an improvement not a set back. I am going to order a new pair of 26's and size up a half size again I guess and try adding a gel insole, I guess. Such a pity that they had to mess with such a winner!
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Kate, Zappos Customer,
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