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Women's ASICS GEL-Kayano 18

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Women's ASICS® GEL-KAYANO® 18 :: You'll feel sleek and streamlined on every run in the women's ASICS® GEL-Kayano' 18! Enjoy an even smoother ride in this lighter-than-ever update to your ASICS® stability favorite. You'll experience extra spring in each step you take in the Kayano® 18 and, best of all, you'll still get all the cushioned comfort your feet crave. Enjoy an extra dose of responsiveness and flexibility for the ultimate running experience! Now in its 18th year, this dependable all-star is the perfect choice for runners who want support and cushioning with just the right amount of guidance. 9.7 ounces

Category Type:

STABILITY+ [?]
Get the guidance and support you need to keep you running strong and feeling stable mile after mile. If you have an average arch but like extra cushioning and support, Stability+ shoes are your perfect pick. When choosing running shoes, find your perfect fit using this chart. Category types are based on factors like arch height, running habits and body frame.

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Features & Benefits:

  • Enhance your natural stride, from heel strike to toe-off, with ASICS® Impact Guidance System that links the Kayano® 18's pieces together into one system for a smooth ride
  • Experience custom comfort with the Kayano® 18's Biomorphic Fit Upper that stretches and won't buckle and irritate your skin
  • Get more control out of every step with lowered heel counters
  • Experience springy, responsive comfort plus improved flexibility with lightweight Solyte® foam
  • Comfort your feet through your entire run with more GEL® cushioning from heel to toe
  • Reduce stress on your Achilles tendon with lower density forefoot cushioning and Plus 3 added height
  • ASW3142
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Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe
 
3.9

(based on 46 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Cushions impact (29)
  • Comfortable (28)
  • Breathable (26)
  • Lightweight (21)
  • Arch support (20)

Cons

  • Narrow / tight (8)
  • Uncomfortable (7)
  • Poor cushioning (6)

Best Uses

  • Road running (25)
  • Walking (3)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      56% 

      (25 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      82% 

      (37 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (37), High arch (3), Low arch (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (20), Gym rat (14), Casual/ recreational (11)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (43)

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(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Thank you!

By Joan

from Santa Barbara

About Me Avid Athlete

Staff Reviewer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road Running

    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

    Thank you Asics for the new Kayano 18! I loved the 17 and was worried when the new version came out. It fits so much the same but seems softer so far on the 50 miles I have on my new pair.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width
    • Arch Type:
    • Average Arch
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    These are MY shoes!

    By Rain Runner

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Avid Athlete

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Durable
    • Good Traction
    • Pronation Control

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Wet Conditions

      Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

      I have cycled through about 10 pairs of these puppies, and they are the best running shoe around. I have run in them all over the world, from the hot and dry conditions of Baja in Mexico, to the alps in Switzerland. I have run 4 full marathons and countless half marathons in these. As a Seattlite, I end up doing a lot of running in the rain- these shoes also provide great traction.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Arch Type:
      • Average Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Love Them!

      By Drummerquack

      from Fullerton, CA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Good Arch Support
      • Pronation Control

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

        After being fitted by Shoe Dog I was fearful that I could find shoes that really made a difference in my training but I worried for nothing. Love these shoes!

        • Sizing:
        • Feels half size too small
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Excellent

        By 5k runner

        from la crosse, wi.

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Durable
        • Good Traction
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • With Orthotics/Inserts

          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

          Love them. Have several models of Kayano. These do seem a little smaller than the others size wise.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels half size too small
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • High Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Love them!

          By KT

          from Pittsburgh, PA

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Cushions Impact
          • Good Arch Support
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

            After years of wearing Nike, I have made the switch and LOVE them! They were a 1/2 size smaller than 1 usually wear :)

            • Sizing:
            • Feels half size too small
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            3.0

            Too tight

            By Tammy

            from Glastonbury, CT

            About Me Avid Athlete

            Pros

            • Good Arch Support
            • Great with Jeans

            Cons

            • Narrow / Tight

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

            I have a wide foot and have always loved this shoe. The 18 runs narrow even in the wide width. They just are not as comfortable as the previous models. Back to wearing my old 17's.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels half size too small
            • Width:
            • Feels too narrow
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Guess one ounce matters

            By The Runaway

            from Ellington, CT

            About Me Gym Rat

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Poor Cushioning
            • Too thin a front sole
            • Uncomfortable

            Best Uses

              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

              I read that this shoe (Kay 18) was a full ounce lighter than the Kayano 17. I loved the Kayano 16, but couldn't find my size in the 17, so tried the 18. Absolutely terrible. I know where the ounce came from--the front sole. I felt everything from the pavement, including the July heat! It was only a 4 mile run, thank goodness. This one's going back!
              Sorry Asics I really wanted to love it. :-(

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Arch Type:
              • Average Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              3.0

              Hot Shoe

              By Red on the Road

              from Oklahoma

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Pros

              • Cushions Impact
              • Fast
              • Good Arch Support
              • Good Traction
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Uncomfortable

              Best Uses

              • Road Running

              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

              I bought these to replace my beloved Gel Kayano 16's. Asics has definintely made some big changes since the #16 model! The 18's have great stability and cushioning, but I found them to be extremely hot and non-breathable. The fit is much different than the older Kayano model as well. Although the toe box is nice and roomy, they seem to be a bit narrower in the forefoot area. My first run (5 1/2 miles) left me with blisters. Needless to say, I will be exchanging these shoes today.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Arch Type:
              • Average Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Glad Asics went back to normal lacing

              By Surf Stepper

              from Venice FL

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Cushions Impact
              • Good with orthotics
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Wears Out Quickly

              Best Uses

              • Road Running

              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

              Size a smidge smaller than the 17's but my narrow feet love them. No slipping or sliding. : )

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Comfortable and Lightweight

              By MKW

              from Manhattan, NY

              About Me Gym Rat

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Color pink grey
              • Comfortable
              • Cushions Impact
              • Durable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Road Running

                Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                I bought these after running in the 16's for a while. These 18's are so much more comfortable, and so much more lightweight. The cushioning is great, but still provides alot of stabilty. Going a half a size up is never a good fit for me, so I bought them true to size (8 1/2) and they fit well, but are a tiny bit snug (I wouldn't go as far as saying they are a half a size too small). I love them and will continue to keep buying them as my current pairs wear out while I'm training for a marathon.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Arch Type:
                • Average Arch
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                Kayano 18 womens

                By kp

                from murrieta

                About Me Avid Athlete

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Cushions Impact
                • Lightweight
                • Pronation Control

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Road Running

                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                  I always get 1 full size larger for all asics.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels full size too small
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Low Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Kayano 18 is Great

                  By PDX Runner

                  from Portland, OR

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Cushions Impact
                  • Good Arch Support
                  • Lightweight
                  • Pronation Control

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Running

                    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                    I have a narrow, flat feet and I overpronate. I tried on the Kayano 19, but didn't feel comfortable spending $150 on a pair of shoes that I wasn't sure would work out. Luckily, Road Runner Sports still had the Kayano 18 in stock, so I ordered it instead and it is working out great. I will switch to the Kayano 19 when they go on sale. You should order a 1/2 size up from your normal street shoe size.

                    I did try on just about every brand of shoe designed for overpronators and these were by far the most comfortable for me.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels half size too small
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Average Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Great Shoe

                    By Vic the running fool.

                    from Claremont NH

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Breathable
                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Good Arch Support
                    • Lightweight
                    • Pronation Control

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Walking

                      Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                      I purchased these shoes for my wife who has back issues and walks long distances. The shoes helps her posture and relieve uncomfortable back pain. She hates to take them off. She said it's the best shoe ever!!

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes
                       
                      5.0

                      My shoe of choice

                      By Heather

                      from Rocklin, CA

                      About Me Avid Athlete

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Durable
                      • Lightweight
                      • Pronation Control

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Road Running

                        Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                        I have gone through a few pairs of these shoes while training for my last 50 miler. I love them! They took me on the road, on the trail (I have trail shoes, but I wore the Kayanos more), through mud and puddles, etc. The only reason I went through a few pair were because of the mileage I was putting on them. I was able to comfortably wear my inserts with them. They are lightweight, comfortable, and everything I was looking for in a running shoe!

                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Width:
                        • Feels true to width
                        • Arch Type:
                        • Average Arch
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                         
                        5.0

                        Faithful Kayano user

                        By Tech

                        from MN

                        About Me Avid Athlete

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Breathable
                        • Comfortable
                        • Cushions Impact
                        • Durable
                        • Great with Jeans
                        • Pronation Control

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Endurance Training

                          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                          Excellent running shoe. I run 21 to 30 miles per week, and train for half marathons usually, though doing my first full soon. The Kayano has always done the job for me.

                          • Sizing:
                          • Feels true to size
                          • Width:
                          • Feels true to width
                          • Arch Type:
                          • Average Arch
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No
                           
                          4.0

                          Like a hand in a glove or foot in a shoe

                          By Diane

                          from Minneapolis, MN

                          About Me Casual/ Recreational

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Breathable
                          • Comfortable
                          • Cushions Impact
                          • Good Arch Support
                          • Lightweight
                          • Pronation Control

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Road Running

                            Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                            I love this shoe and the 18 is no exception! Very comfortable, lightweight, true to size.

                            Service and delivery comments:

                            Very prompt delivery. Great condition. Thanks1

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels true to size
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width
                            • Arch Type:
                            • Average Arch
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No
                             
                            4.0

                            My 7th pair, something's right!

                            By JRunner

                            from Bethany, OK

                            About Me Avid Athlete

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Cushions Impact
                            • Durable
                            • Pronation Control

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Trail Running

                              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                              I've run in Asics Kayanos for a solid two and a half years or so. They're great for arch support and I can get a good amount of miles on them before they break down too much.

                              • Sizing:
                              • Feels true to size
                              • Width:
                              • Feels true to width
                              • Arch Type:
                              • High Arch
                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No
                               
                              5.0

                              Walking on clouds

                              By Naenae

                              from Riverside, ca

                              About Me Gym Rat

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Breathable
                              • Comfortable
                              • Cushions Impact
                              • Durable
                              • Fast
                              • Good Arch Support
                              • Good Traction
                              • Lightweight
                              • Pronation Control

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Gym

                                Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                                I was told to get a pair of these shoes and with the help of road runner I am one happy gym rat. Great price and super quick shopping.

                                • Sizing:
                                • Feels true to size
                                • Width:
                                • Feels true to width
                                • Arch Type:
                                • Average Arch
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No
                                 
                                5.0

                                Asics Gel-Kayano's

                                By Maryann

                                from Lake Merrit, Ca

                                About Me Avid Athlete

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Breathable
                                • Comfortable
                                • Cushions Impact
                                • Durable
                                • Fast
                                • Good Arch Support
                                • Pronation Control

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Road Running

                                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                                  I have been running for 35 years and wearing this shoe ever since it came out. I have trained for a lot of marathons with this shoe. Its a heavier shoe but its made for us runners that are very muscle bound and larger then the average runner. Its a great shoe and I love it for training on the road and on the trails. It really takes a beating. I buy three pairs at one time. One to walk to work everyday. One to run in everyday and a back-up pair. I am a 48 year old female that runs 45 miles a week (when I'm not training for a marathon) It's the best shoe Asics has ever made!!! Just saying!!

                                  • Sizing:
                                  • Feels full size too small
                                  • Width:
                                  • Feels true to width
                                  • Arch Type:
                                  • Average Arch
                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No
                                   
                                  4.0

                                  Excellent, As Usual

                                  By Yvonne

                                  from Fort Worth, TX

                                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Breathable
                                  • Comfortable
                                  • Good Arch Support
                                  • Good Traction
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                  • A Bit Tight At The Toes
                                  • Narrow / Tight

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Walking

                                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 Running Shoe:

                                  This is my favorite shoe for walking, jogging, and gym use. I need stability and good heel support. However, I am noticing that I still need to add additional support at the heel and this one is a bit tight at the toe, especially on the right foot. But I want to give it a bit of break-in time before upping the size, as it is my usual size.

                                  • Sizing:
                                  • Feels true to size
                                  • Width:
                                  • Feels too narrow
                                  • Arch Type:
                                  • Average Arch
                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No

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