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Men's ASICS® GEL-KAYANO® 19 :: Experience the return of a running shoe classic: The men's ASICS® GEL-Kayano® is back and better than ever! You'll love the cushioning and guidance of the ASICS® GEL-Kayano® 19, with its lightweight and sleek style. Your feet will enjoy the seamless, streamlined upper, cushy GEL® comfort and all of the stability and support features you've come to know and love. Slip into the GEL-Kayano® 19 for a smooth, balanced ride! 10.9 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.

Features & Benefits:

  • Experience lighter, more comfortable runs: the ASICS® GEL-Kayano® 19 has been redesigned from heel to toe with an emphasis on better fitting uppers and reduced weight
  • Say goodbye to bunching, chafing and pulling with uppers that feature seamless construction
  • Wrap both sides of your feet with snug Biomorphic Fit® uppers that stretch in four ways for superior support while letting your skin breathe
  • Enjoy the secure feeling provided by the Personal Heel Fit or P.H.F.™, double layers of pillow soft, friction reducing memory foam
  • Enhance gait efficiency with the Guidance Trusstic™ system that improves torsional rigidity at the midfoot
  • Reduce impact and absorb shock at your rearfoot and forefoot with dual ASICS® GEL cushioning systems with pods of resilient silicone gel
  • Go ahead and put on the miles; the GEL-Kayano® 19 has strategically placed high abrasion rubber for long life and durability
  • ASW3455
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Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe
 
3.9

(based on 91 reviews)

72%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (61)
  • Cushions impact (52)
  • Breathable (49)
  • Lightweight (49)
  • Arch support (36)

Cons

  • Poor support / stability (16)
  • Poor cushioning (13)
  • Uncomfortable (10)
  • Wears out quickly (8)
  • Poor arch support (5)

Best Uses

  • Road running (52)
  • Gym (7)
  • Pavement (6)
  • Distance / endurance (5)
  • With orthotics/inserts (5)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      83% 

      (68 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      93% 

      (75 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (64), Low arch (10), High arch (6)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (40), Casual/ recreational (31), Gym rat (14)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (82)

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5.0

Great Update

By Dan

from Charlottesville, VA

Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

To go in line with the Kayano trend, this updated GEL-Kayano 19 is even lighter than the GEL-Kayano 18, and you can definitely feel it when you run. ASICS reconstructed the upper of this shoe so it is more form fitting, providing extra comfort and stability. I have run about 50 miles in this shoe so far and see no sign of wear and tear.

 
4.0

Pleasure spiked with pain

By Eddie

from San Diego

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

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

Cons

  • Heavy
  • Poor Traction
  • Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

  • Road Running

Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

I enjoy the shoes due to the cusion and stability. Perfect for the road but the soles wear down quickly.

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

Good as advertised

By donlaw

from Cherryville, NC

About Me Avid Athlete

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road Running

    Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

    Real comfort on my long runs

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

    Another great shoe from Asics

    By JW

    from Northern New Jersey

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Pavement

      Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

      I have been buying Asics running shoes for almost twenty years - these are the best yet. Most of the time I find that it takes a couple of times running before shoes feel comfortable - these were great the first time I put them on, and felt exactly right.

      I'm not sure how it's possible to keep improving a running shoe, but Asics seems determined to keep trying, and with this model, they succeeded.

      I don't know enough about the technology of shoes to talk about specific details, I just know that these felt great this morning right out of the box. I am a recreational runner (10-15 miles a week) who isn't light (6', 200 lbs), with feet that are normal width / regular arches.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Arch Type:
      • Average Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      2.0

      Not a stability plus shoe for me.

      By Allen

      from New York, NY

      About Me Gym Rat

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Poor Arch Support
      • Poor Stability

      Best Uses

        Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

        This Kayano 19 shoe was very comfortable when I first wore it walking around town and to/from work. Lots of cushioning all around and my foot felt great, but thats where it ended. My heel and ankle start getting sore after a couple of 3 mile jogs on the treadmill at the gym, and got worst when I took them on a 3-4 mile outdoor run. I also got this shoe in a 2E wide and it is as narrow as my old Asics GT-2150/60 D width shoes. So far I've tried the Cumulus 14, the Kayano 19 and they are all not good for me. I can't find any Asics that resembles the old GT-2150/60 shoes anymore, so my run with Asics are over. I would not rate this a stability plus shoe. It's more like a neutral shoe to me.

        Service and delivery comments:

        RoadRunnerSports was awesome and delivery was speedy as usual. Best place online to buy gear.

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

        Good but not great

        By Dr David

        from Los Angeles

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable

        Cons

        • Heavy
        • Poor Cushioning
        • Poor Stability
        • Wears Out Quickly

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

        I only use these shoes for road running. I still get knee pain and I find that my toes suffer after 9 miles or so even though they are half a size bigger than I need. I dont find they last very long but I run 20+ miles a week

        • Sizing:
        • Feels half size too big
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        1.0

        Stripped Down Kayano

        By True Tiger / Asics Fan.......No More.

        from Raleigh, NC

        About Me Gym Rat

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Endurance Training

            Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

            Asics has stripped down the Kayano model for the last three years. Kayano shoes are lighter because the gel has been removed mostly from the heel = More Asics profit. I returned the Kayano 18 and prefer to use my numerous pairs of Kayano 16's (50%+ more gel) until I find a replacement for gel cushion to protect my body for long runs.
            Customer service at different vendors indicate lots of complaints. No more Kayanos for me. Any substitute suggestions?

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            The most comfortable shoe ever

            By Glen

            from Leitchfield, KY

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

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

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Road Running

              Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

              The truly best shoe ever on my foot

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

              Great stability shoes

              By Mark

              from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

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

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Road Running

                Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                Great shoes, wore these through two marathon training cycles.

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

                Great Shoe !

                By Chuck

                from OR

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

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

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Road Running

                  Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                  The shoe felt good from the start and has not changed. Legs feel better and faster.

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

                  Great update for the Kayano series

                  By Banker Runner

                  from Murfreesboro , TN

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

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

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Running

                    Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                    I run 10-K's and half marathons, with typical running of 10-20 miles per week. I have run my entire life and love the Kayano and 3000 series of Asics. The new Kayano feels lighter and fits well. It has great heel support and cushioning, and feels somewhat less cushioned in forefoot, but it is still great. This is a great update!

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

                    So far are really good

                    By Hugo

                    from Naperville, IL

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Durable
                    • Good Traction

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Endurance Training

                      Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                      For training

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes
                       
                      4.0

                      So far, so good...

                      By Ray

                      from Poipu Beach, Koloa, HI

                      About Me Casual/ Recreational

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Comfortable Fit
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Lightweight
                      • Nice Styling
                      • Very flexible

                      Cons

                      • Too wide

                      Best Uses

                      • Road Running

                      Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                      I bought this shoe because I was looking for one that would improve my jogging ability and extend the distances I jog without tiring my thighs and challenging my knees. I am a 76 year old jogger who has run since high school and this shoe seems to be what I was looking for in a shoe. I have had them for a couple of weeks and already seem to experience the improvement I was seeking.

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

                      Shoe fits and feels perfect... worth the

                      By I workout 4 days per week in the gym

                      from Naperville, IL

                      About Me Gym Rat

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Gym

                        Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                        The shoe is comfortable & lightweight yet provides support

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

                        3rd pair of 19s and won't be the last

                        By Scott

                        from Metro Chicagoland

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Lightweight
                        • Pronation Control

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • With Orthotics/Inserts

                          Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                          I run on average 4 miles 4 days per week, normal ho hum day in 34:00. Have had pretty bad plantar fasciitis to the point of not being able to run for many months. Used to run in not appropriate for me Nike Air Max. After my problems I started in Kayano 17s with RR support insoles, had 18s and just got the third pair of 19s to sit in the closet until the second pair gets retired. The 19s are the best and lightest ones yet. The RR support insoles are in prior to ever trying them on. I wear a 11.5 in a dress shoe and all my Kayanos are 12.5. The combination of Kayano's, the RR support insoles (in every single pair of shoes I own) and actually stretching has me running again and zero foot pain.

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

                          Another Great Kayano

                          By Bill

                          from Hawaii

                          About Me Gym Rat

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

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

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Gym

                            Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                            This is a very comfortable shoe with great support and still light weight.

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

                            Marathon Ready

                            By Steiner26.2

                            from Alexandria, MN

                            About Me Avid Athlete

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

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

                            Cons

                            • Narrow / Tight

                            Best Uses

                            • Road Running

                            Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                            Normally ran in the Asics Gel-3030 since it was too expensive to buy Kayano's all the time. Run about 4 full marathons and 4 half marathons a year and burn up shoes quickly. Purchases the Kayano 19s a week and half out of the Fargo Marathon and did one quick training run and ran the marathon in them. Shoe was very comfortable and felt like I had run in them for weeks. Only complaint was the toe box felt small and/or shoe fits half size smaller than other Asics I've worn. Long story short, great shoe, would recommend to anyone needing a structured shoe. Just make sure the sizing is right.

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

                            Great running shoes

                            By tim

                            from Virgignia, Minnesota

                            About Me Casual/ Recreational

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Breathable
                            • Comfortable
                            • Cushions Impact
                            • Durable
                            • Good Arch Support
                            • Great with Jeans
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Walking

                              Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                              I love Asics shoes. I used to buy Nike and New Balance, but they just didn't fit right or wear good. The last 5 pairs I have purchased have been Asics. I go through 2 pair each year.

                              • Sizing:
                              • Feels true to size
                              • Width:
                              • Feels true to width
                              • Arch Type:
                              • Average Arch
                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No
                               
                              3.0

                              roomier toe box

                              By Road Runner

                              from Long Island, NY

                              About Me Gym Rat

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Breathable
                              • Comfortable
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Road Running

                                Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                                I run 3 -4 times per week 45 - 60 minute runs and have been wearing Asics Gel Kayano for about 15 years. I have been a loyal customer, due to thinking it was preventing injury by wearing good shoes. I felt by running in them than other shoes it helped prevent injury. I'm 6' 185lbs and in good shape. Recently over the last 3 models the quality and cushioning has changed. These are okay, but now I have heal pain, which I had never had in any of the other models. It might be time to try something new.

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

                                Great Shoes!

                                By Toine

                                from New Jersey

                                About Me Gym Rat

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Cushions Impact

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Road Running

                                  Comments about Mens ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 Running Shoe:

                                  Loved the experience @ RoadRunner Sports. Before I went here, I just bought running shoes in any sport store. But, when running, my calves, and knees would hurt greatly. After doing the foot analysis @ RoadRunner, it became clear I needed stability+ shoes. The first pair of shoes that I was presented with fit like a glove, and with the insoles, they became even more perfect!

                                  I'll never buy a running shoe elsewhere.

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

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