Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 28

I had to return these sneakers, which was a huge surprise to me. I've been wearing Kayanos for 20 years, but this model has way too much padding around the ankles. Weird, but just not working for me.

I am a big fan of Asics gel-kayano and I purchased 5 pairs of Asics gel-Kayano shoes in the past 2 yrs, most recent purchase few months ago was Gel-Kayano 28. I returned the initial pair assuming it was a defective product and I purchased another pair of the same model the second pair also had the same problem, cushion around the top of the heel collar/heel tab area does not stay in place and moves to the bottom and never comes back again, this is causing major problems with the fit and comfort of the shoe. Asics should be ashamed for the quality of this product.

Been a Brooks ghost fan for years - the 13 was not a good shoe- tried these out and love them - great fit/support and very comfortable- like walking on air

These shoes have TOO much cushioning to the point they have caused hip and back pain. The Gel Kayano 25 and 26 have been my go-to shoes in the past for running, cross-training, walking, etc and worked really well for me. The previous versions provided a slightly firm and stable ride. The newest version does not work that way. I’ve heard the more cushioned a shoe is, the more it loads or affects another part of the body. These shoes are very cushioned, especially in the outer heel and forefoot. The cushioning used for some of the shoe is FF Blast. It seems softer than the Flyte Foam used in previous versions. The inner heel and arch support is Duomax (used in previous models). It is firm and contrasts from very soft outer cushioning, which seems to make the heel less stable. Also, the insoles are a new design and are also very cushioned. The shoe would probably be great if they were a little more firm. I liked the position of the foot within the shoe for gait. I have had knee problems in the past so I am more aware of how shoes affect other parts of the body. I had no issues with the Kayano 25 and 26 and was hoping to continue using this model of shoe, however, I will be returning the 28s due to the level of excess cushioning and the pain that seems to have occurred as a result of referred pressure. Zappos customer service as always was top notch in helping resolve the issue.

Fits great!

Purchased these as a gift - they are my brother's favorite trainer from ASICS. He's had many, many pairs and just ends up picking out a new color every year. He has flat feet and has a hard time find comfortable shoes, so these are one of his guaranteed comfort choices.

These shoes feel like they were custom made for me. The acid test will be the 5 days walking in Disney World.