ASICS Men's Gel-Kayano 30 Running Shoes
Engineered stretch knit upper: Improves breathability External back heel counter: Helps keep the foot stable and provide a more comfortable stride4D GUIDANCE SYSTEM feature: Helps create adaptive stability for a more balanced stride Rearfoot Pure GEL technology: Helps provide lightweight cushioning and softer landings FF BLAST PLUS ECO cushioning is made with approximately 20% bio-based content and helps provide cloud-like comfort:
ENGINEERED KNIT MESH UPPER
New 4D GUIDANCE SYSTEM
REARFOOT PureGEL Technology
A lightweight technical knit material that is designed to create a unique balance of comfort, breathability and fit while reducing the need for additional overlays.
Innovative new take on stabilizing the foot based on biomechanical research. Focusing on adaptive, on-demand stability. Medical foam unit helps return the arch to the ideal position for the next foot strike.
Softer, updated version of GEL that maintains all the acclaimed properties that have made GEL famous. 65% softer vs previous visible GEL.
How Your Foot Contacts The Ground: The outside of the heel hits the ground at an increased angle with minimal pronation, causing shock to the lower leg.
Push-Off: You experience pressure on your outer toes.
Considered Injuries: Plantar fasciitis, shin splints, ankle strain.
Foot Type: High arches.
How Your Foot Contacts The Ground: Your foot lands on the outside of the heel and then rolls inward, absorbing impact on the body.
Push-Off: Your experience even distribution from the front of the foot.
Considered Injuries: Getting hurt is less likely due to effective shock absorption, but not impossible.
Foot Type: Normal-size arches.
How Your Foot Contacts The Ground: Your foot lands on the outside of the heel and then rolls inward, transferring excess weight.
Push-Off: Your experience pressure mainly on your big toe and second toe.
Considered Injuries: Shin splints, plantar fasciitis, bunions, heel spurs.
Foot Type: Low arches or flat feet.
PROTECTION
Key Benefit: Stability
Underfoot Feel:
- A stable ride with controlled impact & smooth transitions
- Guides your foot to the best position to help prevent injury
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- GT-1000
- TRABUCO
CUSHION
Key Benefit: Comfort
Underfoot Feel:
- Cushioning to prioritize soft landings & impact absorption
- Helps maintain comfort on longer runs
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- GEL-PULSE
- TRABUCO MAX
BOUNCE
Key Benefit: Energy Return
Underfoot Feel:
- Bouncy, trampoline-like feel in every step
- Energy return that propels you forward
Similar Shoes:
- SUPERBLAST
- DYNABLAST
SPEED
Key Benefit: Racing
Underfoot Feel:
- Lightweight, responsive feel for a fast start and faster finish
- Helps conserve energy when every second counts
Similar Shoes:
- METASPEED
- MAGIC SPEED