Asics Gel Kayano 20

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Asics Gel Kayano 20 couldn’t get any better with its latest innovations. With added FluidRide midsole to deliver a stable and cushy platform you might need without sacrificing its silky smooth ride, plus stable yet stretchy FluiFit upper construction, the Gel Kayano will continue to live up as a true trainer lasting heritage.

MSRP : US$160
Weight : 11.2 oz / 315 gm
Predecessor : Gel Kayano 19
Product Cycle : RY.2014.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, I.G.S : Upper : FluidFit™, PHF™, Reinforced Vamp, Heel Clutch, Discrete Eyelets, ComforDry® Sockliner, SpEva 55 Strobel Last : Midsole : FluidRide® Midsole, Gel® Forefoot n Rearfoot, Dynamic DuoMax®, Gudiance® Trusstic System, Guidance® Line : Outsole : AHAR®, DuraSponge®

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A daily high mileage "Support" trainer with moderate features.

History : Gel Kayano Series : Kayano 20('14), Kayano 19('13), Kayano 18('12), Kayano 17('09), Kayano 16~1

AHAR, Rearfoot : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Heel Clutch : Exoskeletal heel counter provides improved support and creates improved heel fitting environment.

ComforDry™ Sockliner : Made from an anti-bacterial material that not only reduces odor and moisture but also provides additional cushioning.

Discrete Eyelets : Eyelets are independently placed to disburse lace tension and are designed to enhance comfort.

Discrete Heel Unit : Takes the Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.®) to a new level by creating our highest degree of shock attenuation and stability.

Dynamic DuoMax® : Evolution of the DuoMax® system enhances stability and support, with reduced weight and increased platform support : DuoMax® : Pillared structure midsole layout system positioned to reduces over pronation by controlling the movement of the foot, leading to a smoother heel to toe transition. It is lighter and more comfortable then traditional DuoMax, while providing the same amount of stability.

DuraSpong®, Forefoot : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel®, Rearfoot n Forefoot : Provides maximum rearfoot shock attenuation and stabilitiy.

Guidance Line® : Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency.

Guidance Trusstic System® : Integration of the Trusstic System® and Guidance Line® construction for enhanced gait efficiency while providing midfoot structural integrity : Trusstic : Moulded component under the mid-foot area. Provides over-pro-nation control in combination with extremely contoured mid-soles. Reduces the weight of the shoe.

I.G.S® : Impact Guidance System : Asics® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

PHF® : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customizes itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

FluidFit® : Shoe's upper technology which combines multi-directional stretch mesh with stretch reinforcements that adapt to the athlete's foot, creating a truly customized glove-like fit.

FluidRide®, Midsole : Provides the ultimate combination of bounce back and cushioning properties with reduced weight and exceptional durability.

SpEva® 55 Strobel Last : On top of the inner rear portion of the shoe, it has a medium density to deliver a moderately soft feel under the foot : Strobel : Stitching the upper along the perimeter of a synthetic material which is then attached to the midsole.


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Asics Gel Kayano 19

Not only look good but the all new Asics Gel 1000, Asics entry level supportive trainer still offer excellent performance when compare to its more expensive siblings. Built on a supportive platform and a secure upper fit, the Gel 1000 will provide runner with a stable well protected ride for miles

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 12.1 oz / 343 gm
Predecessor : Gel 1170
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Open Mesh, Standard Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : SpEva® Midsole, Gel®, DuoMax® Support System, Trusstic System, Guidance® Line : Outsole : AHAR®, DuraSponge®

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A daily high mileage "Support" trainer with moderate features.

History : Gel 1000 Series : 1000('12), 1170('11), 1160('10), 1150('09), 1140~1000

AHAR, Rearfoot : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

DuoMax® Support System : Pillared structure midsole layout system positioned to reduces over pronation by controlling the movement of the foot, leading to a smoother heel to toe transition. It is lighter and more comfortable then traditional DuoMax, while providing the same amount of stability.

DuraSpong®, Forefoot : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel®, Rearfoot n Forefoot : Provides maximum rearfoot shock attenuation and stabilitiy.

Guidance Line® : Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency.

Open Mesh : An ultra lightweight shoe upper with overlays which provides excellent support and ventilation.

SpEva®, Midsole : Is a full length mid-sole material and is Asics' mid-level mid-sole. Although SpEVA is not as durable and lightweight as Solyte, it has increased energy return compared to that of compression molded EVA.

Standard Sockliner : Removable full-length insert of industry standard, EVA, cushioning material to provides additional comfort.

Trusstic System® System : Enables parts of the midsole to decouple for optimal traction on uneven terrain.



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Asics Gel Kayano 18

The Asics Gel Kayano 18 with a streamline lower profile with some new features will surely be another hit for the ever hot selling Gel Kayano series from Asics. Introducing a whole new look with newly re-designed multi-rigid Dynamic DuoMax which still provide the same amount of support while taking some weight off over the old designed. The Gel Kayano 18 also features a Soft Top which enhances the platform comfort with gender-specific densities, a firmer 53 degree Solyte® layer for men and a softer 48 degree Solyte for women as to compensate the gender weight differential. (Updated Model : Asics Gel Kayano 19)

MSRP : US$150
Weight : 11.6 oz / 327 gm
Predecessor : Gel Kayano 17
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.2012 Nov.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Open Mesh, Asymmetrical Lacing, PHF™, Biomorphic Fit™, Heel Clutching System, ComfortDry™ Sockliner, Solyte 55™ Strobel Last : Midsole : Solyte™ Midsole, Gel®, Soft Top, DuoMax™, Space Trusstic System™ : Outsole : AHAR™, DuraSponge™ : Misc : IGS™, Guidance Line™

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A daily high mileage "Moderate Supportive" trainer with maximum features.

History : Gel Kayano Series : Kayano 18('12), Kayano 17('11), Kayano 16('10), Kayano 15('09), Kayano 14('08), Kayano 13~1

AHAR™, Rearfoot : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Asymmetrical Lacing : This set-up improve the Asics Biomorphic Fit by creating a more anatomically correct lacing pattern. The asymmetrical lacing design is configured to wrap across the top of the vamp, creating a more open forefoot environment.

Biomorphic Fit® : Provides enhanced upper fit and comfort while decreasing potential for irritation.

ComfortDry Sockliner : Made from an anti-bacterial material that not only reduces odor and moisture but also provides additional cushioning.

DuoMax®, Medial Post : Ensures that the shoe maintains proper support for the foot during the critical transition from heel strike to toe-off. The latest evolution has been introduced in the shoe with multi-rigid shape Dynamic DuoMax technology, resulting a ounce of weight saving s as to its previous design while providing the same level of support.

DuraSponge®, Forefoot : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel®, Forefoot n Rearfoot : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

Heel Clutching System : This system removes the traditional internal heel components and replaces it with an exoskeletal heel counter to provides a more comfortable heel fitting environment while decreasing the probability of friction or irritation.

I.G.S.® : Impact Guidance System : Asics® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

Open Mesh : An ultra lightweight shoe upper with overlays which provides excellent support and ventilation.

P.H.F. : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customizes itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™ Midsole : Which sit ontop of the midsole to enhance platform comfort with gender-specific densities. Men on average, typically have a larger body mass than women, which tends to mean they will compress a midsole more than the average woman. Gel Kayano 18 is constructed with a firmer 53 degree Solyte® layer for men and a softer 48 degree Solyte for women.

Solyte™ Midsole : Mid-sole material which is a advanced durable co-polymer that is lighter than standard EVA and Asics SpEVA®.

Solyte® 55 Stroble Last : On top of the inner rear portion of the shoe, it has a medium density to deliver a moderately soft feel under the foot.

Space Trusstic System™ : The system works with the complex functions of the foot to facilitate Windlass Mechanics. Space Trusstic is new I.G.S. componentry and an evolution, if not revolution of our benchmark trusstic technology. The Space Trusstic system is not integrated within the EVA. Rather it is suspended below the midsole EVA forming a distinct pocket or space into which the EVA of the mid foot section of the shoe can distort. The result is that torsion stability of the shoe is maintained but pressure on the plantar facia is released enabling tension with the transition from foot flat to propulsion. This is designed to facilitate the all-important Windlass Mechanism. Space Trusstic is a natural extension of I.G.S. and an enhancement of Windlass Mechanics.


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Asics Gel Kayano 17

The 2010s Asics flagship supportive running shoe, Gel Kayano 17 has under gone a new transformation. Focusing on a much better fit and comfort, with Asics Gudiance Line technology (Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency), the end product is a lighter and more effective Gel Kayano series ever. (Updated Model : Asics Gel Kayano 18)

MSRP : US$140
Weight : 12.3 oz / 348 gm
Predecessor : Gel Kayano 16
Product Cycle : Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2011.Nov.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Open Mesh, Biomorphic Fit™, PHF™, Asymmetrical lacing : Midsole : ComforDry™ Sockliner, Dual Density Solyte® Last, Solyte™, Gel® Cushioning, DuoMax®, Space Trusstic System™, Discrete Heel unit, Guidance Line : Outsole : ARHAR, DuraSponge®

Recommended for runners with normal to low arches, Moderate to Severe pronation, looking for a supportive high-end stability and highly cushioned shoe.

History : Gel Kayano Series : Kayano 17('11), Kayano 16('10), Kayano 15('09), Kayano 14('08), Kayano 13~1

AHAR+ : Heel : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Asymmetrical Lacing Design : This set-up inimprove the ASICS Biomorphic Fit by creating a more anatomically correct lacing pattern. The asymmetrical lacing design is configured to wrap across the top of the vamp, creating a more open forefoot environment.

Biomorphic Fit : Provides enhanced upper fit and comfort while decreasing potential for irritation.

ComforDry™ Sockliner : Insole provides the optimum cushioning performance system that creates a cooler, drier and healthier shoe environment.

Discrete Heel unit : Asics' highest degree of shock absorption unit in the heel and is currently the most advanced component of IGS.

DuoMax® : Medial Post : Ensures that the shoe maintains proper support for the foot during the critical transition from heel strike to toe-off.

Dual Density Solyte® Last : Employs different densities of Solyte® lasting material in heel and forefoot for improved comfort.

DuraSponge® : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel® : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

Guidance Line® : A vertical flex groove component of IGS and is primarily articulated in the forefoot to improve gait efficiency.

I.G.S.® : Impact Guidance System : ASICS® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customises itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™ : The advantage to injected Solyte® is a much more consistent density, ensuring that the desired softness is more ‘dialed in’ than standard compression molded midsole material. Injected Solyte® is also lighter than standard Solyte® contributing to the overall drop in weight.

Space Trusstic System™ : The system works with the complex functions of the foot to facilitate Windlass Mechanics. Space Trusstic is new I.G.S. componentry and an evolution, if not revolution of our benchmark trusstic technology. The Space Trusstic system is not integrated within the EVA. Rather it is suspended below the midsole EVA forming a distinct pocket or space into which the EVA of the mid foot section of the shoe can distort. The result is that torsion stability of the shoe is maintained but pressure on the plantar facia is released enabling tension with the transition from foot flat to propulsion. This is designed to facilitate the all-important Windlass Mechanism. Space Trusstic is a natural extension of I.G.S. and an enhancement of Windlass Mechanics.


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Asics Gel Kayano 16

The Asics Gel Kayano has grown to a legendary Asics running shoes series, consistently seeking the perfect blend of stability and exceptional comfort, the latest Kayano 16 has a lighter platform, the latest hell Gel unit ever seen with a more decoupled heel to give runners the feel good factor on the road resulting in a combination of sport and luxury performance. (Updated Model : Asics Gel Kayano 17)

MSRP : US$140
Weight : 12.8 oz / 362 gm
Predecessor : Gel Kayano 15
Product Cycle : RY.2010→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender specific, Gel®, Solyte™, Space Trusstic System™, Guidance Line, I.G.S.®, Discrete Heel unit, DuoMax®, AHAR+, PHF™, Biomorphic Fit™, DuraSponge®, DuoSole®, Asymmetrical lacing, ComforDry Sockliner

Recommended for runners with normal to low arches looking for a supportive high-end stability and highly cushioned shoe.

History : Gel Kayano Series Kayano 16('10), Kayano 15('09), Kayano 14('08), Kayano 13~1

AHAR+ : Heel : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Asymmetrical Lacing Design : This set-up inimprove the ASICS Biomorphic Fit by creating a more anatomically correct lacing pattern. The asymmetrical lacing design is configured to wrap across the top of the vamp, creating a more open forefoot environment.

Biomorphic Fit : Provides enhanced upper fit and comfort while decreasing potential for irritation.

ComforDry™ : Insole provides the optimum cushioning performance system that creates a cooler, drier and healthier shoe environment.

Discrete Heel unit : Asics' highest degree of shock absorption unit in the heel and is currently the most advanced component of IGS.

DuoMax® : Medial Post : Ensures that the shoe maintains proper support for the foot during the critical transition from heel strike to toe-off.

DuraSponge® : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

GEL® : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

Guidance Line® : A vertical flex groove component of IGS and is primarily articulated in the forefoot to improve gait efficiency.

I.G.S.® : Impact Guidance System : ASICS® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customises itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™ : The advantage to injected Solyte® is a much more consistent density, ensuring that the desired softness is more ‘dialed in’ than standard compression molded midsole material. Injected Solyte® is also lighter than standard Solyte® contributing to the overall drop in weight.

Space Trusstic System™ : The system works with the complex functions of the foot to facilitate Windlass Mechanics. Space Trusstic is new I.G.S. componentry and an evolution, if not revolution of our benchmark trusstic technology. The Space Trusstic system is not integrated within the EVA. Rather it is suspended below the midsole EVA forming a distinct pocket or space into which the EVA of the mid foot section of the shoe can distort. The result is that torsion stability of the shoe is maintained but pressure on the plantar facia is released enabling tension with the transition from foot flat to propulsion. This is designed to facilitate the all-important Windlass Mechanism. Space Trusstic is a natural extension of I.G.S. and an enhancement of Windlass Mechanics.

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Asics Gel Kayano 15

Asics GEL Kayano is the top structured cushioning shoe available and a firm favourite from Asics. The Asics Gel Kayano 15 is the latest version builting on the strengths of its previous models to give a perfect mix of ultimate structured cushioning as well as a moderate level of support making it excellent for runners with mild to moderate over-pronation. Now featuring the largest heel gel pack ever, the same asymmetrical lacing to allow for fitting of broader number of people as seen in Kinsei 2 and Nimbus10 will match shape of foot well. The overall fit and function should be very similar to its predecessor Kayano14.

MSRP : US$140
Weight : 13 oz / 370 gm
Predecessor : Kayano 14
Features : Gender specific, Gel®, Solyte™, Space Trusstic System™, I.G.S.®, DuoMax®, AHAR+, PHF™, Biomorphic Fit™, DuraSponge®, DuoSole®, Asymmetrical lacing

Recommended for runners with normal to low arches looking for a supportive high-end stability and highly cushioned shoe.

History : Kayano 15('09), Kayano 14('08), Kayano 13~1

AHAR+ : Heel : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Asymmetrical Lacing Design : This set-up inimprove the ASICS Biomorphic Fit by creating a more anatomically correct lacing pattern. The asymmetrical lacing design is configured to wrap across the top of the vamp, creating a more open forefoot environment.

Biomorphic Fit : Provides enhanced upper fit and comfort while decreasing potential for irritation.

ComforDry™ : Insole provides the optimum cushioning performance system that creates a cooler, drier and healthier shoe environment.

DuoMax® : Medial Post : Ensures that the shoe maintains proper support for the foot during the critical transition from heel strike to toe-off.

DuraSponge® : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

GEL® : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

I.G.S.® : Impact Guidance System : ASICS® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customises itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™ : The advantage to injected Solyte® is a much more consistent density, ensuring that the desired softness is more ‘dialed in’ than standard compression molded midsole material. Injected Solyte® is also lighter than standard Solyte® contributing to the overall drop in weight.

Space Trusstic System™ : The system works with the complex functions of the foot to facilitate Windlass Mechanics. Space Trusstic is new I.G.S. componentry and an evolution, if not revolution of our benchmark trusstic technology. The Space Trusstic system is not integrated within the EVA. Rather it is suspended below the midsole EVA forming a distinct pocket or space into which the EVA of the mid foot section of the shoe can distort. The result is that torsion stability of the shoe is maintained but pressure on the plantar facia is released enabling tension with the transition from foot flat to propulsion. This is designed to facilitate the all-important Windlass Mechanism. Space Trusstic is a natural extension of I.G.S. and an enhancement of Windlass Mechanics.


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