Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 26

This is maybe my 10th pair of Kayanos and I don't dare go to another shoe! For comfort, style, and durability, you can't go wrong with the "Cadillac" of shoes, the Kayano.

I had been listening to other people's reviews and hearing about how after GEL-KAYANO 23 they ruined the shoe. After buying the same shoes for years I finally reluctantly decided to try the 26. Disclaimer I only have about 20 miles on them but so far they are the best running shoes I've owned.

You pay for something Extraordinary that will addict you to wearing for the rest of your life.

I have alway bought Kayano and it's never failed me , if I am doing short runs or marathons

I bought this model because I was feeling pain on one of my knees. After the first week I feel really comfortable and without pain. I really recommend this model.

Excellent build quality, comfort and fit. I always keep two new pairs of Gel Keyano-26 each year to rotate every day. While I do not run, I walk 70-80 miles a month on average.

This shoe is as good as the one I bought 5 years ago. My old pair has very little tread left. I walk an average of 3-3.5 miles a day, about 6 days a week. I bought this shoe for my Planter Fasciitis. It has worked wonders for me. Highly recommend.

I drive for ups, so I'm on my feet all day. These are the most comfortable shoes I've had in years. I only hope they hold up to the beating I will be giving them.

Great running shoe - most comfortable and ergonomic shoe

I have flat feet/collapsing arches and have always ran with whatever trends were going on (Adidas Ultraboost, Nike's, etc.). Getting into my late 20's now and was starting to develop more problems with shin splints and IT bands, so I did some research and found that people love these for flat foot and overpronation problems. They were right! I'm so happy with these, I feel so much more supported while running and am having less problems.

Perfect in every-way - I'm getting another pair. If I could change on thing it would be the length of the laces they are just to long ...

Great style and colour. As always with Kayano perfect for running. This is 20th pair since my first Kayano 18.

I'm happy with those. It's always hard to beat this quality brand and those are extra good for a guy like me who is a bit on the heavy side so needs good support in runners. I may just get another pair as I go through quite a few

Have gone on a few 2 mile runs, and thus far (2ish weeks) these are very comfortable running shoes!

Asics Kayanos are an awesome shoe. I injured my right knee and ankle in 2003, and have a lot of trouble finding good shoes. I used to use a competitor, but they discontinued the model that helped me. I tried several different shoes, found the kayano 15 when someone recommended the nimbus. The pronation support and shock absorption, I was able to be on my feet much longer than I had been. I've been using them ever since... Cost wise, staying a year behind has been fine, I've been extremely happy with my Asics Kayanos

The shoes are excellent! I might buy another pair of these shoes in future.

I've always had a pair of Asics in the closet for running purposes. They are incredibly resistant. My last ones lasted a few years before they broke down. These seem to be even more durable than the last one. My mile time has improved dramatically and the wear and tear on my knees have been significantly reduced. Highly highly recommended.

I love Gel-Kayano. I've been wearing this ASICS style for over 20 years. The gel heel helps me cope with a severe injury to my foot/heal that left me with constant pain. I have a somewhat narrow foot, but the standard D width is just the right snugness and the super soft gel heal makes the pain bearable and allows me to walk and function fairly normal. I hope they make this style for many years to come.

Top Class, well made, super comfortable and value for money, all round the best........

I had a pair of Kayano 24's that needed replacing. Read a few reviews of the 26's which said there wasn't enough room in the toe area but I haven't noticed this at all. I've put them through around 50 odd miles now and am really pleased I bought them.

Asics owner for decades! Best running shoes today!

I bought a 9.5 even though I traditionally wear a size 9. I like my running shoes a little bigger, to help with comfort on longer runs. The 9.5 is not much bigger, compared to other 9.5s in Asics' I've bought. So if you're on the fence, I'd go up 1/2 size. Shoe felt a little stiff at first, but wore them around the house and they felt great. The construction feels a big stronger than previous Asics.

Had the kayano range for the last 3 years. They are very comfortable and light a well as stylish.