Review: Asics GEL-Kayano 30 vs GEL-Kayano 29 - Two shoes, one track! 

No-yano! It is not a stability shoes, which I soooo need. Also, the "guidance system" is for vehicles, not for overpronating feet. My no-yano 30 was returned! 😅

@@lawoman608 Hey LA Woman, I'm sad to hear that you don't like them. As a runner who runs mostly in neutral shoes, I can without a doubt say that this is a stability shoe. But I can understand that you find it less supportive than your previous shoes. Can I ask why you think you need a lot of stability? Lars

@RunningXpert if you mostly run in neutral shoes then you do not know, not really, how the stability shoe feels like to overpronater. I need lot of stability because it feels right and my feet (and knees) feel better and don't hurt. I am a heel striker, that's why. Do I need to say more? Please admit that, this shoe is not nimbus nor kayano. It is hit and miss and guidance systems are for vehicles, not for overpronaters. (Oh i said this twice) I am disappointed because I had high hopes. Thank God, I had bought extra pairs of 28.

​@@lawoman608 I have also been a stability runner, and a heel striker for about 10 years before I found out that it wasn't really needed. I still heel strike, but my bad knees have actually gotten better, even though I overpronate like crazy on both feet. Modern research actually says that stability shoes seem to lead to more injuries than lighter and less stable shoes. But that is not the point. If you find a stable shoe more comfortable then it is of course what you should have, but I assure you, even though you don't find it to be what you like, there are a lot of people who will. Comfort is the key, and if you don't find it comfortable, then you shouldn't run in it. This for sure is a stability shoe, no question about that. And I know what it feels like. It just isn't as stiff and controlling as the previous version. If you look at the market of stability shoes, then there is the stability of the previous Kayanos (a firm medial post), there are guidance rails, that are hugely popular, there are asymmetrical midsoles, and so on and so on. The world of stable running shoes isn't black and white, it has a lot of nuances. There isn't one way of making stability, and people prefer different things. This is why I also said the Kayano 30 can be a hit or miss in regards to the normal Kayano runner. This has actually been the case with Kayano throughout its history as well. Sometimes it has been very stable, and some versions have been less so. I'm glad you still have some shoes that you like, and we love that you shared your inside knowledge with us. This can help guide our customers to make the correct choice when they buy their next running shoe. Lars

@RunningXpert Maybe you are right. I'll give it a another try later. All I know is that I am thankful for my stability shoe. It is just right for me. I am not talking about Kayano 30. 😄

We will! Hopefully next time Emil will have a shoe as well, we sadly had to film it early before he got his pair, and that especially changed the Footwear Feud format a bit. Glad you liked it though! Do you have any shoes you want us to review? Lars

Thank you gorohit! We are also quite excited about what Asics are doing at the moment. Lots of updates to the old classics with a modern twist. Glad you liked our concept. Lars

I just wish they still look Asics and not the most generic slab of blown white rubber like a clown shoe… (Nike Vaporfly and Hoka shoes)

I'll come back stronger! :D Lars

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Hey Wildthing! They are both great shoe, but the Kayano 30 will feel softer in the midsole and less controlling. While the Inspire will have a slightly snugger and more supportive fit.Two great shoes! They can both handle your weight, but it all depends on what you like yourself. If you like it soft you should go for the Kayano, if you like a bit more support, you should go for the Inspire. Lars

@@RunningXpert Grazie mille per la vostra risposta perché è stata davvero molto esauriente e ben dettagliata! Così, avrò modo di scegliere la scarpa migliore per me, P.s. Ora vi ho scritto in italiano perché il traduttore di scrittura non funziona. E mi faceva piacere scrivervi lo stesso per ringraziarvi per il vostro aiuto! Grazie ancora 👍

@@WILDTHING-qr7tm You are welcome! We are always ready to help with any questions through our customer service. Lars

@@RunningXpert Dopo aver provato sia le Asics che le Mizuno in negozio, alla fine la mia scelta finale è andata sulle Mizuno Inspire 19 ! Perché la mescola Enerzy distribuita su tutta l'intersuola mi dava una sensazione reattività e morbidezza. Più la piastra Wave perfettamente inserita nella zona mediale, che mi restituiva un buon supporto ad ogni singolo passo, senza sentirla invasiva. Mentre le Kayano...erano troppo strette sull'avanpiede, infatti, avevo poco spazio per le dita dei piedi,in più, non riuscivo ad alloggiare correttamente il tallone in posizione dentro la conchiglia, perché la scarpa risultava troppo lunga. Peccato, perché sono scarpe con un buon potenziale, ma non adatte per i miei piedi. Grazie ancora per i vostri preziosi consigli 👍 Buon Natale 🎄🎁🥂🍾

Gel Nimbus 24.

Hey! I must truly say I don't know anything about the potential release of Novablast 4. And if I knew, I wouldn't be able to tell you either. But can't wait to try it, if it comes! Lars

Running shoes are terrible for all lifting

@@tropg8449 u mean Asics are only for running purpose??

@@Drpriya777 i suppose kayano is for stability run and its rather soft, so yeah like the guy said not for weightlifting... Perhaps it is better to look their basketball or tennis line offering

Look at their Gel Quantum selection but at the end if you are adding a daily cushioning and treadmill time then ASIC's Gel Kayano will be one of them.

@@ihussain1011 thank you 😊

Yes! In this video Emil and I talk about just this. Lars

Come on, not for $100 difference. Go with your gut feeling and you know which one.

​@@ihussain1011there could be more than 100 difference if the 29 doesn't work for them!

Hey! Kayano 30, if you want a slightly more stable shoe, and Nimbus 25 if you want a softer shoes. Both are great, and shoes that will keep you comfortable on your daily miles. Lars

Hey Gymreview84. Achilles tendon problem is not a fun thing to have. We are several at the office that have had this issue at one point or another. I had about a year of struggles. I general the achilles gets more agitated the further towards your toes you land. A midfoot or forefoot runner will have more load on the calf and achilles, while a heel lander will have more load towards the knees. When it comes to shoes, there are shoes with more or less drop. The Kayano 30 have 10mm which is considered high, this will help you land further towards the heel. So if you were to choose a running shoe I would say its best if you choose a high drop and stable shoe. Not necassarily a stability shoe, but a stable shoe that just guides you. The Kayano 30 could be a good option. NOW, HERE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING! How you manage the training load on your achilles is a 100 times more important! It's important that you keep moving the achilles if you can, that will increase blood flow and speed up the healing. Do achilles exercises, warm up and never do too much. Shoes make running and walking feel comfortable, but they are not the first option to fixing an injury. And just as a last thing. Tendons take time to heel. Half a year is what I have heard is the normal time it takes, but that also depends on the tendon. Hope this helps Lars

If you want a soft comfrotable shoe, then choose the Kayano. If you want a light, fast and nimble shoe, choose the Tempus. It all depends on what you like. Lars

Yes it is. It is very comfortable on, but do remember that running shoes are made for 30 minutes to 1 hour of activity per day in mind, and to be as breathable as possible. Because of this, they make them in more breathable and less durable material. So normally, using a running shoe for walking, will make it deteriorate faster. Lars

@@RunningXpert thank you. I intend to buy this for wearing to work and going on 4-5 mile walks daily. I have a narrow foot though so I hope it fits well they seem very wide.

I never ran in a stability shoe, but ASICS has made it neutral runner friendly. I’ve grabbed a pair and can’t wait to give it a whirl!

@@carlito24uk i walk 5-6 miles per day. Did you ever purchase and what are your thoughts?

Is it getting hot just like the 29?

Depends if you want a softer shoe or a firmer shoe. The Cumulus should be lighter and a bit firmer, but it will not have the support underneath the arch that the Kayano 30 has. Lars

For a lighter feel cumulus 25 but for a much more stable ride Kayano 30.