Asics GEL-Kayano 20 review

ASICS is a well known brand among runners for making one of the most comfortable and durable shoes which can be used for long or short run. On the 20th anniversary of GEL-Kayano ASICS launched 20th iteration of Kayano series. Looking at its specification it seems a big step forward from its previous versions. Lets find out how it fares in day to day use.

Technical Specifications: 9.5/10
Weight - 320 gms
Heel height - 22 mm
Forefoot height - 12 mm
Technologies - FluidFit, Dynamic DuoMax Support System, Heel Clutching System, Guidance Trusstic System, Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL Cushioning Systems, and FluidRide

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Comfort: 10/10

GEL-Kayano 20 comes with FluidFit technology, this is the first shoe in ASICS portfolio to get FluidFit technology. According to ASICS this technology consists of a webbing of stretchy overlays along the mid-foot and forefoot for a more adaptive and personalized glove like fit. I wear 8 size shoe but when I wore this pair first time then I realized that I should have gone for 7.5 because I was feeling lot of empty space in the front. To my surprise after using it for a day I had already fallen in love with its design and comfort. I have so far used it for more than 100 kms of walking and sometimes day-to-day use and believe me this pair will always fair your expectation. The Kayano series is known for its blend of support, cushioning, and plush fit. It comes with the Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.) which cleverly allows shoe components from rear to mid-foot and forefoot work together effectively. Last but not the least is ASICS renowned GEL technology, GEL is located in the rear-foot and forefoot to counter shock during the impact and toe-off phases. Most importantly with all this technology it works flawlessly.

Looks: 9/10

Well thought off design keeping looks in mind. I tried both GEL-Nimbus 15 and GEL-Kayano 20, although both looks good but I liked latter more.

Build Quality: 8.5/10

Build quality is awesome, feels solid and looks like it's build to last forever. There are some minor finishing issue with its upper mesh design and some black paint elements are spread on white cushioning but these defects are minor and only noticeable when you look closely.

Price: 9/10
In sotore - $160
Amazon - $130
In India - 10,000/-, available on all popular e-commerce stores

Verdict: Highly Recommended

Since 1993 when ASICS launched Kayano series, it has always focused on producing best in the market through innovation and GEL-Kayano 20 is no exception. If your budget is 10k and you are interested in best overall shoe then this is highly recommended.

Overall rating: 9.5/10