Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 28

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I have loved Asics for years. This would have been my 4th pair of Gel Kayanos over the year, but the quality is an issue for me on this one. I ordered the 8.5 in purple and silver. They were great and I wore them outside. After only a few wears, the right shoe got a weird wrinkle in the very top of the heel cushion in the back of the foot hole that rubbed my ankle, almost like you have just been jamming your foot in for years. I assumed it was a fluke defect. Zappos was awesome and exchanged them for me. I've now had the replacement pair for 2 months and I now know the wrinkle is caused by the whole cushion that sits basically on your Achilles tendon coming loose!! I get that shoes wear out, but this shouldn't happen after only 2 months of wearing a shoe this expensive!! My other pairs have lasted for years with nothing like that ever happening. Zappos was great and took care of this for me too, but be very careful if you get this style!!

I've been a faithful Gel Kayano shoe wearer for the last 10+ years, the Gel Kayano 28 felt really comfy and were light and I liked the colors BUT the toe box was weird in the front and cut into my big toe. At first I thought I had to size up, so I ordered the next size but no, I could still feel how the front bit dug into my toe. I really wanted the shoe to work and have ordered a pair of Gel Kayano 27's to try those (I've been wearing the 26 version, took a break from running for a bit so haven't needed new running shoes lately).

I had these exact same shoes and loved them. I wore them for an entire year until they no longer looked presentable. I saw the same model on sale as they were being replaced by the newer model, and was so excited to be able to purchase them again. Today is the second day that I have worn them and the rubber on the bottom is flapping off. Really disappointed. I will be returning them.

They fit true to size as they have in the past. Quality I expected. Been wearing these for years. Love this years style. And price was awesome

My podiatrist recommended these sneakers because I have neuropathy in my feet. They are so comfortable and a great color. The true size fits.

These shoes are wonderful. I have bad feet. They’re flat, they pronate, I have to wear orthotics, and I’ve had surgery on one. These shoes give great support. I’m able to put my orthotics in them easily. They’re pricey, but we’ll worth it. I’ve worn the Kayano style for quite awhile because of their great support and comfort.

The Kayano 28s have a wider toe box than the 27s. It's much more comfortable if you have a wide foot.

Great sneaker if you have overpronation. I can't speak highly enough of these sneakers. Asics last a long time, and the quality is top-notch. I have very flat feet and now walk correctly due to how the sneakers are designed; I highly recommend them!

I wear a size 9 narrow, but I always get the shoes 1/2 size bigger. The width is perfect for my narrow feet. They are very comfortable as I walk at least three miles a day.

Fits true to size. Amazing for my narrow feet, super comfortable and supportive.

Don’t know why I went away to try other things. These are as good as ever.

I have the 2000 10 in a 7 1/2 narrow and they are a perfect fit. The Gel Kayano narrow is too small, but the medium fits fine. Both shoes are very cushy. I wear them all day and for exercise/walking.

I gave these to my partner for her birthday!! She has always worn ASICS and these are the newer ones. She loves them, she walks in them and plays pickle ball in them. She says they turn on a dime and offer super arch support and comfort!! I did good!!??

ASICS GEL Kayan 28 is an excellent choice for arch support! I also like the gray with plum color because they are not as noticeable as most of the bright neon colors are. Love this shoe!

Happy with the shoes. I wear orthotics so I took out the insoles that the pair came with, but all is good.

Really really love Asics! I overpronate (I think that's the term). Flat footed, ankles roll in if not supported well in arch. Amazing arch support!!! I am a nurse and will not wear any other shoe! Also wear for jogging AND any running errands that require comfy shoes. I have bunions, too, and these shoes accommodate well! Also hold up for a while before feeling like padding has worn out or shape has stretched too much. Highly recommend! This Navy color is really great because it can be more subtly paired with some outfits than the brightly colored running shoes.