Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano® 27 Lite-Show

I have been wearing Gel Kayano for many years. The Kayano 27 is an epic failure. They feel much tighter and narrower on my feet. Sadly, they are going back.

I ordered my usual size in Asics (835) and I couldn't even pull the shoe on. I was so excited to get these and they were just too small for me to even try on. Returned and will get a larger size.

I was only able to wear these shoes one time. This is the first time I have ever left a bad review for a Kayano and I've been wearing them for over twenty years. After one 45-minute run, three toes bruised badly under the toenail and one toenail fell off as a result. These shoes were incredibly painful in the toe box. I am surprised and disappointed by this Kayano. The company does not stand behind its shoes anymore. I am seeking a new brand for running.

I loved the kayano 25, so figured I’d stick with these? Awful. They’re so clunky compared to the 25. My feet are covered in blisters, back hurts, ankles ache...I’d 100% return them if it was an option. Would rather run in an old pair that actually has holes.

I liked these shoes initially, but the right shoe has already developed a hole in the toe. These were ordered in early August and this hole appeared within 6 weeks of normal use. Not happy with this, I consider that to be defective, and will, therefore, return them for a refund. Shoes that cost $169.00 should not develop a hole in the toe that quickly and Asics needs to use better quality materials. In addition, the sole is wearing off quickly. Do a better job, Asic designers.