Move your mind with the Gel-Kayano 31's adaptive stability and premium comfort. The 4D Guidance System helps provide adaptive stability. This helps you experi...
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Features & Benefits
Technical Specification
Best for...
Sport
running
Terrain
road
Feel
Reflective
breathable
Features & Benefits
Engineered Mesh Upper - Enhances breathability and in-shoe comfort.
Modernised Knit Collar - For luxurious step-in comfort.
Advanced Pull Tab - Provides you with an easy on and off.
Traditional Lace Up - Keeps feet secure within the shoes.
Reflective Details - Enhance visibility in low-light conditions.
FF Blast Plus Eco Midsole - Soft and comfortable with excellent energy return.
Hybrid ASICSGRIP Outsole - Made from ASICSGRIP and AHARPLUS combined for durable traction.
Heel - 40mm.
Forefoot - 30mm.
Drop - 10mm.
Weight - 305g.
Technical Specification
Terrain - road
Support/Stability - moderate
features - Reflective, breathable, lightweight
Gender - mens
Product Class - shoe
Product Type - shoes
Shoe Width - D
Sport - running
Product Description
ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 Running Shoes
Move your mind with the Gel-Kayano 31's adaptive stability and premium comfort. The 4D Guidance System helps provide adaptive stability. This helps you experience a more supportive and balanced stride during your distance training.
Engineered Mesh Upper
Optimising breathability and keeping the shoes lightweight, the Gel-Kayano 31 has an improved, engineered mesh upper using 50% recycled polyester. These lightweight materials supply feet with a constant supply of fresh air, allowing them to remain cool and feel fresh throughout your running sessions. Utilising strategic perforations, the shoes provide the feet with improved ventilation that surrounds them with a constant supply of fresh air, to prevent overheating during long runs. These materials provide next-to-skin comfort and reduce the need for additional overlays, to prevent irritation or chafing. Moisture-wicking properties keep feet dry by preventing the growth of sweat to help keep them fresher for longer. This updated upper has a modernised knit collar construction with luxurious step-in comfort and a comfortable experience. The collar design sits comfortably against your foot to prevent irritation or chafing from occurring, as well as, ensuring the shoes remain secure. This has been paired with an advanced pull tab for easy on-and-off access. The shoes have a traditional lace-up system, which keeps feet locked in and prevents in-shoe slipping from occurring. Completing the upper are reflective details which enhance visibility in low-light conditions.
FF Blast Plus Eco Midsole
Using one of ASICS' lightest and most energetic foam compounds, the Gel-Kayano 31 utilises an FF Blast Plus Eco midsole. Complemented with cloud-like softness and 24% bio content, the midsole has outstanding softness to contribute to cushioned strides and a comfortable running experience. This eco-conscious outsole provides your feet with a soft landing, and an excellent level of return to ensure energetic strides. Its reinforced, organic fibres let the material bounce back to its original shape after every run, so you can train harder, more frequently, for longer without the worry your shoes might not be able to take it. Working alongside this, the shoes have PureGEL technology in the rearfoot, which is lighter in weight and approximately 65% softer than conventional ASICS' GEL technology. This helps to deliver enhanced shock absorption and promotes smooth transition, to reduce injuries and keep you comfortable, stride after stride. The Gel-Kayano 31 uses ASICS' 4D Guidance System, which guides your foot through every step with adaptive on-demand stability. Instead of bracing your feet to restrict movement, the system works with your movements, providing you with stability when and where it's needed most. In addition to its other features, the shoes incorporate four dimensions of stability. These are; a wider platform for enhanced stability, length due to the full-length lateral midsole groove, depth that allows your foot to be cradled on the platform, and time due to the soft and bouncy medial piece. The midsection of the Gel-Kayano also utilises an Ortholite X-30 sockliner, which provides you with soft step-in comfort. All these dimensions work together to ensure that your foot spends less time in overpronation.
Hybrid ASICSGRIP Outsole
Utilising a combination of ASICS' ASICSGRIP and AHARPLUS materials in the right places, the outsoles of the Gel-Kayano 31s provide you with an excellent grip. Providing you with a soft grip underfoot, the shoes have a durable outsole. ASICS' High Abrasion Rubber is a tough rubber compound used in heavy-contact or high-wear areas helping to reduce excessive wear. The high abrasion outsole provides a strong grip and works to protect itself from damage and prevent you from losing control and slipping. This excellent compound provides you with grip and traction on a variety of surfaces and has been designed with strategically placed lugs, to enhance the grip further. The outsole enhances natural foot flexion for easy, unhindered paces, whilst the flex grooves work with the rubber outsole to provide an abundance of underfoot traction.
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The Range Explained: ASICS Road 2024
7 July 2024
ASICS has been one of the leading brands of performance running shoes for many a year.
In this article we take a look at the Autumn/Winter 24 range line up to help you find the right shoe for your running.
We break the range into 3 separate categories:
1. Cushioned/Neutral Range
2. Support/Overpronation Range
3. Race Ready Range
1. Cushioned/Neutral Range
As a rule, the higher the RRP of a cushioned shoe the more cushioning you will get. Higher prices do not mean they will last longer, but just give you increased protection from the short term and long term impacts of road running.
The Range in brief
SHOE
PRICE
DESCRIPTION
ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 26 PARIS
RRP £179.99
One of the best highly-cushioned neutral shoes on the market.
ASICS GEL-CUMULUS 26 PARIS
RRP £139.99
Suited to high-mileage road training for up to marathon distances.
ASICS NOVABLAST 4 PARIS
RRP £134.99
Super soft, bouncy and responsive feel, for all types of training.
ASICS GEL-PULSE 15
RRP £99.99
A good entry-level shoe for short to medium distance road training.
ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 26 PARIS
This long time, top-of-the-range, cushioned high-mileage favourite, underwent a massive update on version 25, with version 26 receiving only minor tweaks, mainly to the outsole with increased grip. Arguably one of the best highly-cushioned neutral shoes on the market, this shoe is more than suited to high-mileage road training.
Weight
Men's 304g / Women's 262g
Drop
8mm
Stack height
Men's 30mm/22mm, Women's 29mm/21mm
Width
Men’s available in standard, wide and extra wide. Women’s in standard width only.
Other options
Also available is the GEL-NIMBUS 26 TR, which offers all the same benefits just with a marginally more aggressive outsole suited to 50/50 road/off road runs (RRP. £174.99)
Asics ASICS Gel-Nimbus 26 Paris Running Shoes
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The Gel-Nimbus 26 PARIS' soft cushioning properties help you feel like you're landing on clouds. This design is revamped to help create a softer and smoother running experience. Its colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones. A soft engineered knit upper comfortably wraps your foot while supplying advanced ventilation.
Asics ASICS Gel-Nimbus 26 Paris Running Shoes
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The Gel-Nimbus 26 PARIS' soft cushioning properties help you feel like you're landing on clouds. This design is revamped to help create a softer and smoother running experience. Its colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones. A soft engineered knit upper comfortably wraps your foot while supplying advanced ventilation.
£99.99
RRP £179.99
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ASICS GEL-CUMULUS 26 PARIS
With increased levels of cushioning over version 25, plus a slightly higher midsole, the CUMULUS is suited to high-mileage road training for up to marathon distances.
Asics ASICS Gel-Cumulus 26 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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Experience a soft feel underfoot with the Gel-Cumulus 26 Paris. This neutral everyday trainer is a versatile choice for various running workouts and distances. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset.
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Experience a soft feel underfoot with the Gel-Cumulus 26 Paris. This neutral everyday trainer is a versatile choice for various running workouts and distances. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset.
£83.99
RRP £139.99
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ASICS NOVABLAST 4 PARIS
A relatively recent addition to the range, the popular NOVABLAST offers a super soft, bouncy and responsive feel, whether used for long runs or shorter tempo training. If features a higher midsole stack than the CUMULUS 26.
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The Novablast 4 Paris features a midsole and outsole geometry that helps produce an energised ride. Its colourway is inspired by the energising hues of Paris and its association as "the city of lights."
Asics ASICS Novablast 4 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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The Novablast 4 Paris features a midsole and outsole geometry that helps produce an energised ride. Its colourway is inspired by the energising hues of Paris and its association as "the city of lights."
Significantly lighter than version 14, the PULSE is built for short to medium distance road training, still offering rear foot Gel cushioning. Makes a very good starting shoe for your road running journey e.g. Couch to 5k / parkrun.
Asics ASICS Gel-Pulse 15 Women's Running Shoes - AW24
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The GEL-PULSE 15 shoe creates the comfort you need to keep your mind focused on your workout. Whether on a run or at the gym, this shoe offers good cushioning for a smooth feel.
Asics ASICS Gel-Pulse 15 Women's Running Shoes - AW24
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The GEL-PULSE 15 shoe creates the comfort you need to keep your mind focused on your workout. Whether on a run or at the gym, this shoe offers good cushioning for a smooth feel.
£59.99
RRP £99.99
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2. Support/Overpronation Range
This range offers built in support suited to the overpronator. Otherwise the same logic as with the cushioned range applies that the higher the RRP of the shoe, the more cushioning you get.
Range Summary
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PRICE
DESCRIPTION
GEL-KAYANO 31 PARIS
RRP £179.99
High-level cushioning coupled with mild/moderate pronation support.
GT-4000 4
RRP £149.99
The most stable shoe in the ASICS support range, more than suited for marathon distance running.
GT-2000 12
RRP £139.99
Mild/moderate pronation favourite. Suited to high mileage road training.
GT-1000 13 PARIS
RRP £114.99
Less cushioning and support than GT2000 12. For shorter distance road training.
ASICS GEL-KAYANO 31 PARIS
Now in it’s 31st year, the GEL-KAYANO is widely regarded as the best shoe you can buy if you are looking for great cushioning coupled with mild/moderate pronation support. Featuring an updated hybrid grip outsole for improved traction, an engineered mesh upper for improved breathability and a knit rib collar for easy step in comfort.
Weight
Men's 305g / Women's 266g
Drop
10mm
Stack height
Men's 29mm/19mm, Women's 28mm/18mm
Width
Men’s available in standard, wide (2E), extra wide (4E). Women’s in standard width only.
Asics ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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Move your mind with the Gel-Kayano 31 Paris' adaptive stability and premium comfort. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones. The 4D Guidance System helps provide adaptive stability. This helps you experience a more supportive and balanced stride during your distance training.
Asics ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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Move your mind with the Gel-Kayano 31 Paris' adaptive stability and premium comfort. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones. The 4D Guidance System helps provide adaptive stability. This helps you experience a more supportive and balanced stride during your distance training.
£99.99
RRP £179.99
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ASICS GT-2000 4
The most stable shoe in the ASICS support range suited to the runner requiring more support than either the KAYANO 31 or GT-2000 12 offer.
Still more than suited for marathon distance running with rear foot Puregel encapsulated in a FF Blast midsole, coupled with Litetruss support system.
Weight
Men’s 307g / Women’s 275g
Drop
8mm
Stack height
Men's 28mm/20mm, Women's 27mm/19mm
Width
Men’s available in standard and wide. Women’s standard only.
The GT-4000 4 is one of the most stable shoes in the ASICS running collection. Featuring a softer and smoother design, this shoe is functional for overpronators seeking a more supportive and cushioned step.
The GT-4000 4 is one of the most stable shoes in the ASICS running collection. Featuring a softer and smoother design, this shoe is functional for overpronators seeking a more supportive and cushioned step.
ASICS' all-time best selling mild/moderate pronation favourite. Suited to high mileage road training with full length FF Blast+ midsole foam, also including rearfoot PureGel cushioning.
Weight
Men's 270g / Women's 235g
Drop
8mm
Stack height
Men's 25mm/17mm, Women's 24mm/16mm
Width
Available in standard width only.
Other options
Also available with GORETEX upper (RRP £149.99) or GT-2000 12 TR, with slightly more aggressive outsole for those 50/50 road/off road runs (RRP £139.99)
Asics ASICS GT-2000 12 Women's Running Shoes - AW24
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The ASICS GT-2000 12 is a versatile stability running shoe that's functional for various distances. ASICS have reimagined this workhorse running style with less weight and a smoother heel-to-toe transition.
Asics ASICS GT-2000 12 Women's Running Shoes - AW24
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The ASICS GT-2000 12 is a versatile stability running shoe that's functional for various distances. ASICS have reimagined this workhorse running style with less weight and a smoother heel-to-toe transition.
£83.99
RRP £139.99
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ASICS GT-1000 13 PARIS
Sitting below the GT-2000, the GT-1000 offers slightly less cushioning and pronation support. Suited to shorter distance road training upto half marathon distances.
Weight
Men's 270g / Women's 235g
Drop
8mm
Stack height
Men's 21mm/13mm, Women's 20mm/12mm
Width
Available in standard width only.
Other options
Also available with GORETEX upper (RRP £134.99) or GT-1000 12 TR, with slightly more aggressive outsole for those 50/50 road/off road runs (RRP £114.99)
Asics ASICS GT-1000 13 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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ASICS' approach for the GT-1000 13 Paris was to modernise the shoe with more support and elevated cushioning. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset. This design features a 3D Guidance System to help increase stability for a more balanced stride.
Asics ASICS GT-1000 13 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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ASICS' approach for the GT-1000 13 Paris was to modernise the shoe with more support and elevated cushioning. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset. This design features a 3D Guidance System to help increase stability for a more balanced stride.
£69.99
RRP £114.99
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3. Race Ready Range
Race shoes are not ideal for all runners and the time savings that can be had from wearing them can be offset by the lack of cushioning or support they may offer. For example, someone running a 4-hour+ marathon will likely be more comfortable wearing their everyday mileage shoes. Also, race shoes, if used for everyday training, can be less durable and wear out faster.
Range Summary
Range Summary
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SHOE
PRICE
DESCRIPTION
METASPEED SKY PARIS
RRP £219.99
Carbon-plated PB breaking race day shoe, suitable for upto marathon distance
METASPEED EDGE+ PARIS
RRP £219.99
Suited to the cadence runner to aid forward momentum and help extend stride length.
SUPERBLAST 2 PARIS
RRP £199.99
A fast training and ultra-distance racing shoe.
MAGIC SPEED 4
RRP £159.99
A lower stack than the METASPEED, which still offers a super fast race day option.
NOOSA TRI 16
RRP £134.99
Aimed at triathletes, this shoe is more than suitable for fast 10k/half marathons
ASICS METASPEED SKY+ PARIS
ASICS' elite carbon-plated racing shoe, updated for 2024. Now 22g lighter than the previous version, coming in at a super light 183g, with an increased stack height, now at a still legal 39.5mm heel and 34.5mm forefoot. Built for the elite runner looking for a PB breaking race day shoe, suitable for upto marathon distances.
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The Metaspeed Sky Paris is ASICS' most advanced, lightweight and high-performance shoe yet. They've been designed to help increase vertical propulsion and extend stride length to help you reach a new personal best.
Asics ASICS Metaspeed Sky Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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The Metaspeed Sky Paris is ASICS' most advanced, lightweight and high-performance shoe yet. They've been designed to help increase vertical propulsion and extend stride length to help you reach a new personal best.
While very similar to the better known METASPEED SKY+, the METASPEED EDGE+ offers an alternative suited to the cadence runner with an angled carbon plate to aid forward momentum and help extend stride length. The EDGE+ shares the same stack height as the SKY+ at the heel, but has a bigger drop of 8mm. Still superlight at 185g and aimed at elite runners.
Asics ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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The Metaspeed Edge Paris is ASICS' most advanced, lightweight and high-performance shoe yet. They've been designed to help increase forward propulsion and extend stride length to help you reach a new personal best.
Asics ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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The Metaspeed Edge Paris is ASICS' most advanced, lightweight and high-performance shoe yet. They've been designed to help increase forward propulsion and extend stride length to help you reach a new personal best.
An incredible stack height in this faster paced shoe which is suitable for all distances. Whether it is an easy run or a tempo session the SUPERBLAST 2 crams amazing cushioning in a sub 250g package. Now with FF Turbo+ and an improved engineered woven upper.
Asics ASICS Superblast 2 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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Move from feeling standard to super in the Superblast 2 Paris. It's designed to help provide the most responsive, energised feel compared to other shoes in the ASICS cushioning range. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset.
Asics ASICS Superblast 2 Paris Running Shoes - AW24
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Move from feeling standard to super in the Superblast 2 Paris. It's designed to help provide the most responsive, energised feel compared to other shoes in the ASICS cushioning range. This colourway is inspired by "the city of lights" and its energising tones at sunrise and sunset.
If your budget cannot stretch to the £220 METASPEED, the MAGIC SPEED 4still offers a full length carbon plate sandwiched between two layers of midsole foam.
Suited to short to medium distance fast paced runs for a propulsive ride. Now with a FF Turbo insert for additional cushioning and a Hybrid Asicsgrip outsole for improved grip, this new version 4 offers significantly increased stack height over version 3 but with the same 7mm drop.
Asics ASICS Magic Speed 4 Running Shoes - AW24
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The Magic Speed 4 is designed to support your racing goals. It is ideal as a training shoe, for tempo runs and a fast shoe that is versatile for all distances on race day.
Asics ASICS Magic Speed 4 Running Shoes - AW24
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The Magic Speed 4 is designed to support your racing goals. It is ideal as a training shoe, for tempo runs and a fast shoe that is versatile for all distances on race day.
Much loved in the Triathlon world for its fast feel as much as it’s crazy colours the new version 16 now adds FF Blast cushioning and a new engineered mesh upper while also coming in over 10g lighter, stack height and drop stay the same as version 15.
Whilst aimed at triathletes, this shoe is more than suitable for fast 10k/half marathons - the hardest part is choosing which colour!
Asics ASICS Noosa Tri 16 Running Shoes - AW24
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Designed to help create an energetic toe-off, and provide advanced energy saving, the Noosa Tri 16 utilises an array of technologies and materials to keep feet comfortable and cosy.
Asics ASICS Noosa Tri 16 Running Shoes - AW24
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Designed to help create an energetic toe-off, and provide advanced energy saving, the Noosa Tri 16 utilises an array of technologies and materials to keep feet comfortable and cosy.
£79.99
RRP £134.99
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Asics Gel-Kayano 31 Running Shoes
£99.99
RRP £179.99
Asics ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 Running Shoes
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