Asics GEL-KAYANO 17

If you like the foot-hugging fit, then this is a competent shoe for heavier overpronators.

What's new? Asics has enhanced its top-end stability shoe by focusing on fit and feel. The midsole is redesigned to encourage a more efficient gait, while a bouncier sockliner, asymmetrical lacing and reduced overlays are designed to offer a more comfortable ride. We say While cushioning and support were praised, the ... Continue reading

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David Storer

Great running shoe and it my full time shoe - ran a marathon and 10 miles every weekend in them still like new Continue reading...

pandemonium

Excellent for my feet! i don't look at other brands, only how to buy these cheaper on-line. as i have been using them for a couple of years i know my size etc and surf the net to find the cheapest options for Continue reading...

Jonathan Storey

Why did they mess around with the fit of the shoe? I've had to switch to the GT-2160 and they are just not as well cushioned and they don't have assymetric lacing. Continue reading...

B66

avoid like the plague Continue reading...

Kazz

I've always liked Asics shoes and, in fact, since I started running 7 years ago, I've always (bar once) run in Asics - and the "bar once" was a total disaster. I had my gait analysed at an Asics roadshow in Ed Continue reading...

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Jayson Gilbert

I have owned a pair of these for 6 weeks. They are absolutely fantastic!!! I have been running for 7 months and since wearing these I have up'd my game considerably!!

Posted: 13/06/2011 at 13:24

WetWeek

I was thrilled that my first pair of Kayano 17s didn't blister my heels like Kayano 16's. So I purchased a second pair of 17's. Guess what? They give me the same heel blisters as the 16s!

Seems there are some build differences in the Kayano 17. If you suffered heel blisters in the Kayano 16, be aware that it seems to be pot luck as to whether or not the 17 blisters your heels.

Posted: 16/07/2011 at 08:50

Marc Stokes

what is the cushioning like in these?
I currently run with asics Noosa Tri's and they are very nice to run in, and fast. but for the bulk of my long distance training i want something like these with a big chunky gel heel to reduce the impact on my legs.

Posted: 18/07/2011 at 17:22

Mr F

Am probably going to be getting these tomorrrow after some gait analysis. Currently in kinesi but don't want to fork out 140 quid for the new kinsei that come out I'm august. Are they as heavy as they look?

Posted: 18/07/2011 at 19:58

WetWeek

Mr F: Kayano 17 is lighter than Kayano 16 by ~ half an ounce and I'd estimate a good ounce or more lighter than Kinsei 3 (which I assume you're referring to?)

Marc: Cushioning is lush - no complaints there. In the 17 Asics softened the forefoot so it now feels very cushioned in both heel and forefoot. Kayanos are not marshmallows like some Nike's, but still remain incredibly foregiving on the joints. Brilliant in that regard. 10/10.

Posted: 19/07/2011 at 09:54

David Wake 7

I skipped the 16's as I thought the 15's were a better shoe. Moved onto the 17's now and the fit is snugg! I always went with a 9 but feel I could do with a 9.5 although that could be down to the extra padding. After 5 miles felt very snug and time will tell if I like these or not. Build quality is ok but not great for the money.

Posted: 15/09/2011 at 16:48

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