Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 27

The mesh gets damaged/used very quickly. I have had many pairs from ASICS like these and this always happens

Not as comfortable as the previous models, I am still thinking of returning them.

I have been running in Kayanos for at least 12 years and have a new pair every year. The 26's I bought earlier in the year are very loose at the front, not a lot of support compared to the 25's I feel. I decided to return them, but thought I'd try the 27's first. These were not good at all for me, very firm compared with those previously used, knee pain after 2 x 5k wearing them. I have given them 3 stars because they are a well made shoe, but on a lighter note, I wouldn't give them a single star for the colour range, I don't particularly care about the colour but my wife laughs at my very dull trainers these days. Anyway, it would be nice to move the trainers on, but keep the structure of the 25's. To my mind at least the best shoes you've ever made. 5 Stars for those.

I have worn the ASIC Gel Kayano for many years and have multiple generations around the house today. I brought the 27s a few weeks ago and must say something has definitely changed for the worse. I have been experiencing a numb left foot whilst running...this has not happened before, ever. I am currently experimenting with lacing and tightening around mid section to alleviate the problem and will repost if I find a solution. ASICS make great trainers but this version is not working for me at the moment. I might consider the Nimbus 22 if it does not improve...which would be disappointing!

I found the trainer too supportive on one foot It put pressure on my right knee . I have always used the Gt-2000 but wanted something with more cushioning . I did not like the new GT2000-8 either as very wide so will have to think again. Might try the Nimbus.

It's great for walking and standing , but the minute I started working out in it, it became uncomfortable!! Not sure why!

They are comfortable but much more narrow than my first pair of asics. I'm hoping with time they will give a bit

They are OK - no longer the outstanding shoe that it used to be. Not sure what has changed over the last year or so. I always could depend on Asics to be the most comfortable shoe for my flat feet with bunions. Unfortunately they no longer work for me.

The soles and sides of the shoe are very uncomfortable. Too hard and pierce the side of the foot.

The top of the shoe folds over and rubs against the big toe. Very annoying happens in both pairs I bought.

The fit is wider than other Gel Kayanos, so I advise against ordering online. The insole has gone back to the overly soft ones of a few iterations ago. Not my favorites.

The fit is wider than other Gel Kayanos, so I advise against ordering online. The insole has gone back to the overly soft ones of a few iterations ago. Not my favorites.

They were comfortable and very supportive but after working a 12 hour shift the top of my foot begins to hurt from the tongue even if I loosen them. I wish the tongue was wider for when I have to loosen them.

I've worn the Kayano 25 and 26's and they have been fantastic. I just replaced my 2 year old 26's with the 27's as my hips were starting to hurt and I felt the support had worn down. I have not found the 27's as a comfortable; they are very tight on my arch, which I believe from reading the product info, is to reduce pronation even more than the previous models. I keep using them through the discomfort but ultimately prefer the Kayano 26's.

Comfy but felt like the heel support at the back was lower and less substantial than previous gel kayano models.

I did the size chart based on what I wear in Brooks. The size that was recommended for ASICS was too small so I returned them. Otherwise they were cute.

I've been buying the Kayano's for at least 6 years and this model has one very small but uncomfortable design, the padding surrounding the laces/front ankle feels less than normal. I have been experiencing pain around my inner ankle due to the laces feeling extremely tight/pinching, even though they are not. If I want my foot to feel stabilized like normal, the laces become too tight. I never experienced this with past model's. I'm really bummed, my foot was actually bruised after walking downhill in them one day.

Very comfortable but did not like the color. Light weight sneaker

Have several pairs of Kayanos and they are always really comfortable. I purchased these in the same size as my others but they kill my feet. Its almost like theyre to narrow.

They seem to run a bit large. I Like the sneakers but hate the fact that I am stuck with them because I wore them. How would I know if they would be comfortable if I didn't wear them? Disappointed for the price.

They seem to run a bit large. I Like the sneakers but hate the fact that I am stuck with them because I wore them. How would I know if they would be comfortable if I didn't wear them? Disappointed for the price.

I've been wearing the women's Kayan line since it's inception, always a 9.5 regular width. Could count on the fit every year a new model came out, until the 27 series. This series has an entirely different toe box that is much shorter than every other model. Unfortunately I didn't realize this until I put them on and went for a run. Never has a Kayano sneaker given a blister until now. I'm afraid to go with a 10, I don't need a second pair of expensive sneakers that may or may not fit. The footbed is very comfortable, unfortunately the comfort stops there.

I've been wearing the women's Kayan line since it's inception, always a 9.5 regular width. Could count on the fit every year a new model came out, until the 27 series. This series has an entirely different toe box that is much shorter than every other model. Unfortunately I didn't realize this until I put them on and went for a run. Never has a Kayano sneaker given a blister until now. I'm afraid to go with a 10, I don't need a second pair of expensive sneakers that may or may not fit. The footbed is very comfortable, unfortunately the comfort stops there.

Too expensive for what it offers. It looks cheap. The design could be better and the padding although nice doesn't feel different from my other regular tennis shoes.

Compared to the Kayano 26, the 27 has more cushioning and they are lighter which I like. I use these with a custom orthotic due to a surgically repaired foot. I have only worn kayano since they changed the style of the nimbus after the 16s. I teach pe so I need comfortable shoes to wear since I am on my feet all day. I have tried these new ones 3 or 4 times and I am thinking about returning them. . The material on 27 is thinner and seems like it may tear more easily. The toe box On 27 is more narrow than the 26 and it feels like it is squeezing my toes. I feel like I don't have as much space at the end of my toes as I did on 26 and 25s. I always order a half size larger in running shoes. As of right now, I feel like the 26 offers more support. I may try them one more time before shipping back...I really want to like them bc they have extra cushion and I love the gray and pink.