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Asics Men's GEL-Kayano 27 Road-Running Shoes (Rock/Magnetic Blue) Expired

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REI has Asics Men's GEL-Kayano 27 Road-Running Shoes (Rock/Magnetic Blue) on sale for $79.83 (discount applied in cart). Shipping is free, otherwise select free store pickup if stock permits.

Thanks to community member jatt.almighty for finding this deal.

Note: Available sizes may vary.

Product Info:
  • The latest segmented design works with softer, more stable midsole foam and slightly deeper flex grooves in the forefoot for a superb transition from footstrike to toe-off
  • Multidirectional mesh knit uppers add support in key areas, while allowing more space between the fibers to reduce weight and enhance breathability.
  • Durable FLYTEFOAM Propel technology is the lightest midsole material that ASICS offers, providing a soft, bouncy feel underfoot
  • I.G.S (Impact Guidance System) follows the natural progression of the feet from impact to toe-off to encourage a more consistent natural gait and running stride
  • Dynamic Duomax support system provides firmer foam support on the inside of the shoe with a softer layer of foam on top for added comfort
  • Gender-specific Space Trusstic technology integrates space between the midsoles and trusstic pieces for added stability and support inside the arch
  • Forefoot twist GEL technology combines softer material in the forefeet with GUIDANCE LINE midsole technology to position the feet for a more natural stride
  • Rearfoot GEL technology built into the heels absorbs shock when the feet make contact with the ground
  • TPU plastic heel counter support locks the heels in place away from the feet for less irritation and more overall comfort
  • Light AHAR outsoles feature sponge rubber that helps reduce wear and enhance cushioning
  • Super AHAR heel plugs made from higher-abrasion rubber are used in heavy wear areas to extend the life of the shoes
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REI has the Asics Gel Kayano available in multiple sizes for $79.83 (Discount applied in cart) Retail for $160

https://www.rei.com/product/17717...1771780014
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Kayanos are stability shoes for people that over pronate. The ghost and Glycerine are neutral shoes. In my opinion I think Asics is a better brand then Brooks. My dad switched from Brooks to Asics also and it cured his plantar fasciitis
If you want to see if these types of sneakers are for you, examine a current worn-in pair of sneakers that you own. Compare the outer heel of both shoes (ie: the right side of the right heel, and the left side of the left heel). If they are heavilly more worn-in than the rest of the heel, than you are a moderate over-pronator, and will benefit from shoes with stability. This is generally the case with people who have flatter feet with a low arch.

Gel Kayanos and GT-2000 are my go-to ASICS shoes for the past ten years. If you have an ASICS outlet near you, the prior season's shoes tend to have very aggressive promotions during the fall.

If you are a severe over-pronator, then motion control shoes are the next level up, but there is no free lunch...they tend to be VERY heavy. For these, I used to always went for New Balance, but their lineup has shrunken quite a bit, and never go on sale.

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starcaptor
07-28-2021 at 03:26 PM.
07-28-2021 at 03:26 PM.
Quote from PurpleMint326 :
If the outside of my heel is chewed to all hell while wearing stability shoes, i assume that is a good indicator i shouldnt be wearing stability shoes then?
At the risk of shoving my feet (and my Kayano 25's) into my mouth again, Ill just leave this link.

https://www.roadrunnersports.com/...ontent1104

It isnt just heel wear you want to look at it; also look at the part of your shoe where the little toe (the outer toe) and the ball are. Try running a few steps and see how your "toe-off" feels...the part where you arent landing, but propeling into the next step. What part propels you? Your little toe, or your ball? That will tell you if you are a pronator/supinator, or neutral.

honestly, at the end of the day, are you comfortable with the shoes? Do you find yourself getting fatigued, sore, or flat out INJURED while running in your shoes? No need to change your shoe because of some biomechanical eggheads on some random forum laugh out loud
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08-21-2021 at 05:48 AM.
08-21-2021 at 05:48 AM.
I really wanted to like this shoe but I had to retire them to a show rack. They're probably fine if you're jogging on a treadmill, track or in a straight line on flat pavement/road. For any light sports involving changing direction quickly or running on any even surface this shoe is not for you. The material that makes up the top portion of the shoe (but the sole) offers very little resistance to movement making you foot and ankle just less stable in general. I had to be more cautious when running and constantly had to readjust the shoe just to get by.

I had to go back to my previous running shoe.
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