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- Asymmetrical lacing system
- Improved gel cushioning
- Snug fit
- Expensive
- Stiffer than previous models
The Asics Gel-Kayano 15 has been discontinued and replaced by the Asics Gel-Kayano 16 (*Est. $140). Reviewers praise the Gel-Kayano 15 as an excellent stability running shoe for runners with normal arches and mild overpronators. The new midsole platform and improved gel cushioning impresses the majority of reviewers, even though those additions have increased the weight of the shoe. The extra cushioning particularly impresses heavier runners, who value the additional support. Testers find the Gel-Kayano 15 running shoes stiffer than previous versions, and several owners complain that the shoes need a breaking-in period. The asymmetrical laces are praised for reducing irritation on the top of the foot, but several runners find the new laces tricky to tighten.
We found the best reviews of the Gel-Kayano 15 at Runner's World magazine and Women's Adventure magazine. Both publications enlisted numerous testers to try out the Asics running shoes, and Runner's World puts each model through rigorous lab testing. Running Times magazine also provides a helpful review, but they don't rate running shoes or choose a favorite model. User reviews at Buzzillions.com and RoadRunnerSports.com are also useful in assessing owner feedback for the Asics Gel-Kayano running shoes.
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1. Runner's WorldDetails/Subscribe
Runner's World magazine editors evaluate 30 new running shoes for men and women, giving the Asics Gel-Kayano 15 the Editor's Choice award for 2009. The magazine's editors praise Asics for improving the cushioning in the Gel-Kayano, and wear-testers agree that this running shoe is a good choice for long runs and speedwork.
Review: Asics Gel-Kayano 15, Editors of Runner's World magazine, March 2009
2. Women's Adventure magazineDetails/Subscribe
Editors at Women's Adventure magazine spent six months evaluating the newest running shoes, and they give the Asics Gel-Kayano 15 one of four Editor's Choice awards. Those who tested the Asics running shoes like the asymmetrical lacing system, which improves the shoe's fit, and one tester finds this running shoe exceedingly comfortable.
Review: Asics Gel-Kayano 15, Michelle Theall, March 24, 2009
3. RunningTimes.comDetails/Subscribe
Running Times provides a detailed review of the Asics Gel-Kayano 15, recommending it as a good choice for moderate overpronators. Testers for the magazine weren't crazy about the new asymmetrical laces, finding them difficult to re-lace.
Review: Training Shoe: Asics Gel-Kayano 15, Brian Metzler, April 2009
More than 200 runner-written reviews for the Asics Gel-Kayano 15 are available at Buzzillions.com. A majority find the shoe offers good support, but several owners who liked previous versions of the Gel-Kayano find the update too stiff and lacking good arch support.
Review: Asics Gel-Kayano 15, Contributors to Buzzillions.com
The Asics Gel-Kayano 15 receives positive reviews from more than 80 consumers on RoadRunnerSports.com, but some of these reviews can also be found at Buzzillions.com. A number of runners comment on the new and improved gel cushioning. As in other reviews, those who dislike the update think the Gel-Kayano 15 is too stiff.
Review: Men's Asics Gel-Kayano 15, Contributors to RoadRunnerSports.com
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