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ASICS GEL-Kayano 30

Overall Grades And Reviews

8.9 Overall Grade
54 reviews

On its 30th revision as ASICS' flagship training shoe, the GEL-Kayano 30 remains a popular, well-liked shoe. Reviewers praise its comfort and durability, but dislike its high price tag.

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Shoe Comparison

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Shoe Properties
Shoe Type
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Pronation Control
Moderate Stability
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10.7 oz. (men's), 9.3 oz. (women's)
11.1 oz. (men's), 10.1 oz. (women's)
10 oz. (men's), 9 oz. (women's)
Stack Height
40mm.
43mm.
40mm.
Forefoot Height
30mm.
39mm.
35mm.
Drop Height
10 mm.
4 mm.
5 mm.
Upper material
Engineered mesh, Lycra comfort frame, Internal heel counter, Pillowed Tongue
Breathable Engineered Knit Upper, Gusseted Tongue, Reinforced Eyestays
Shoe Released
Q2 2023
Q3 2024
Q3 2022
Q1 2023
MSRP
$160
$165
$145
LRC Ratings
Out of 10
Overall
8.9
9.0
8.9
Comfort
9.0
9.4
9.2
Cushioning
9.2
9.7
9.4
Durability
8.6
8.2
8.0
Appearance
8.6
7.9
8.5
Value
8.3
7.7
7.9

Reader Reviews

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Kyano vs Arahi

    20 miles per week, neutral pronator, high arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    9.0

    In the past I've worn the Hoka Arahi and over all I didn't have any complaints.  However, I saw the reviews on the Kyano and thought, ok I'll try it.  I'm glad I did, they feel great, and the look great (I got the black with yellow and have received several compliments on its looks).  Anyway I'm glad I looked at your shoe reviews, they helped me find these shoes and I'm a convert.

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Asics Gel-Kayano 30

    15 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    9.0

    I've bounced between various shoe makes and models over the years, and the Gel-Kayanos remain the best training shoe. While they're marketed as a "stability" shoe, they can still work well for neutral runners. 

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    ASICS GEL KAYANO 30

    70 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    10.0

    I find this shoe,honestly speaking,best ,after trying many shoes, for past 8 years ,running in 6 countries,in Malaysia,India,Singapore ,Thailand,Indonesia,Australia from 5 km to Full marathons and other distances,so I recommend this to runners ,who love running and winning too:I was in Top 5 in Hatyai, Thailand in my age group and also Top 5 in Melbourne, Australia in my age group ;I don't find any flaws in this shoe,hope it also works for you,praying you may win some race somewhere in this world-happy running,all the best,good luck my good  friends all over the world,shoes are my best friends !!!

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Long time Gel Kayano Wearer

    10 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    8.0

    First off, I’m 68 years old and my “running” now is a slow, very slow jog compared to my youth. The newest version of the Kayano is redesigned for 2023.   Great cushioning on a very stable platform.   Quite comfortable on dirt or pavement.   Note on sizing…I’ve worn Gel Kayano’s for many, many years and through all of the updates US size 8.5 fit perfectly.   In this new edition size 9 gives me the right fit.  

  • discounted Gel Kayano 30

    15 miles per week, underpronator, high arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    7.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    7.0

    Good solid stable and cushioned show in the tradition of the line, especially being a last year model I purchased on discount this year.

  • Great shoe but expensive

    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    7.0

    Was suffering with ankle pain as I prepared for my first marathon. These shoes got me through the marathon pain free thankfully. Expensive though so difficult to buy on a regular basis.

  • Been running in Kayano’s for 20 years-these are the best version yet

    30 miles per week, overpronator, medium arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    9.0

    I like this version overs the 28-29’s. I have been wearing Kayanos mostly for the last 18-20 years, they just seem to work for me.I tried the SuperBlast and loved them until my knee started giving me problems.  I like the cushioning and I pronate so the stabiltity is good.

  • At first I thought, why do they change shoes that I like. Then I tried them and I love the new version

    90 miles per week, overpronator, low arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    10.0

    I was sceptical but now I love it. Thanks for making a wide fittibn 

  • Asics Gel Kayano 28

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator, high arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    6.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    9.0

    Great shoe.

  • Great shoe

    24 miles per week, underpronator, low arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    10.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    10.0

    I wasn't an Asics fan prior to trying this shoe, but I now love them. My wife is even in Asics now. This shoe looks way better than it did in the past and it is extremely comfortable. Extremely pleased with it. I will be buying several more pairs. My prior shoe (Hoka Arahi 6) after a while gave me all sorts of issues. Everything was resolved once I switched shoes!