Review: Asics Lady Gel-KAYANO 23 An honor student who shows off his strength to the end no matter what the scene
written by Outdoor Gearzine Editorial Department
Comparison Impressions of Running Shoes that are resistant to long distances and long hours which started in April , has finally come to early autumn. we would like to present you with a review of Asics Lady Gel-KAYANO 23, which won the prestigious number one out of the three pairings
At the long distance at the ITU Triathlon World Championships held in Canada last month, he fought through the long distance with this reliable honor student for a long time, and returned safely. For those who are reading this article for the first time, this article provides carefully selected shoes from a unique perspective that are resistant to long distances and long hours in this series. , I think it would be even more helpful if you also read Brooks Transcend 4 Women's individual review which I previously reviewed
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Detailed review
Item name
ASICS Lady Gel-KAYANO 23
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ASICS Lady Gel-KAYANO 24 (Latest Autumn/Winter 2017 model)
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Main Specifications and ratings
| item | Specifications and ratings |
|---|---|
| weight | Actual measurement: 283g (25.5cm per foot) |
| Upper fabric | Body = Synthetic fiber (Russell structure) / Reinforcement = Made of human leather |
| Outsole | The GUIDANCE LINE outer sole assists smooth center of gravity movement and increases driving stability. Rubber sole. Special plastic part |
| Comfort | ★★★★☆ |
| weight | ★★★☆☆ |
| grip | ★★★☆☆ |
| protection | ★★★★★ |
| Stability | ★★★★☆ |
| Overall score | ★★★★☆ |
This is amazing
An excellent fit and hold that makes you want to leave your body to yourself with peace of mind. For example, a roller coaster safety bar.
When you put your legs in and get up, your whole body feels like you're in a shimmery position. In my case, I had a flat foot, and I had a poor balance between the left and right sides, and I was an overpronation type, with my right foot tilting inwards.When I was a beginner, I always had pain in one of the knees whenever I ran a little. However, I first felt that these shoes would force them to stand up straight and in a proper position.
The longer you run, the more people will be concerned about damage to the knees and hips. In fact, I have experienced a few times before a little pain in my right knee, such as when I get tired from an ultra marathon or excessive practice, but with this shoe, I never felt any discomfort when I was running or the last run of the actual Triathlon World Championships. This is made from Duomax , which is built inside the foot, which tends to tilt, and supports the wobbling of the foot .
Image of how DUOMAX works (source: Asics)
The sole is thinnest at 0.5cm compared to the other two pairs (Brooks or Hoka one), but the cushion is stable and does not feel like it is attached to the feet, and it protects your knees and waist.
This is because the midsole has a GEL that has excellent impact cushioning properties depending on the location, such as the stomping area and heel area and also includes a material that provides excellent rebound to relieve impact . In addition, the forefoot hardness is lower than that of men's models, which is a product of the amazingly detailed consideration that only domestically produced products have been given.
A sense of unity and comfort that doesn't feel heavy even after running for long periods of time
Although it is actually the heaviest of these three, it is strange that you can't feel that way.
The difference in weight is one of the reasons why the foot length of the Asics shoes is 0.5cm larger (because it is a size chosen by the shoe fitter and the Asics measuring instrument).
Asics' shoe shapes are not only divided into track and field, running, basketball, soccer, etc., but also come in a wide variety of options, including men and women, slim (slender), regular (standard), and wide (wide). This type is a shoe type that is specifically designed for women, with a three-dimensional design that fits around the arch and the heel, and perhaps because it fits perfectly to me, I don't mind the weight.
Also, athletes who run in various scenes for a long time can often cover their heads in the harsh heat, in search of cooldowns, and before they know it, their shoes may absorb water, increasing the weight and become slurping, causing them to feel sick, which can lead to blisters and create slurping legs, causing them to suffer. This time, the Canadian World Championships were held in the second half of August, so I was also very excited. breathable synthetic fibers with Russell structures with a different design in various places , and thanks to the fine details that allowed water to escape, the comfort of the shoes did not become much worse until the end.
Since this manufacturer has taken great care in the upper material at key points, it goes without saying that it is important to note the grip of the outer sole.
Additionally, the slightly S-shaped, flowing curved section on the back of the shoe, the [guidance line] assists the center of gravity movement and increases driving stability.
On the road, I was able to run on various occasions, including on asphalt manholes, wet roads, concrete, and stairs, and on off-road, wet soil, wood-tip mountain paths and plants without slipping or tripping.
This is not good
The advantages are sometimes their biggest weaknesses.
Are there any drawbacks to honor students? If you say that, it's not actually true.
At the beginning, the perfect hold, which can be described as a roller coaster safety bar, may actually feel suffocating for some people. Also, for me, who tends to tilt my feet inwards, the shoes with the system that reinforced this were the best BUY. However, it seems that when people who are the exact opposite type, such as those who tend to tilt their feet outwards, wear these, it can turn into pain. This is apparently because the material reinforced inside is rather hard. It is said that about 70% of Japanese people are overpronated, just like me, so although it is an introductory model that can be worn comfortably, we recommend that you try out the product to see if it fits your foot shape or not.
The heel cup has a particularly strong hold. The heel is mainly made of plastic material that completely envelops from top to bottom. You cannot stomp and wear them like you would in junior high school. Although it is comfortable to wear, this perfection can be overcome by the feeling of being deprived of freedom.
Summary: I want to use it in these situations!
These shoes fit so well that it was difficult to find the flaws. This carefully selected series has become the No. 1 item that can be used for long periods of time, long distances, and any road surface or scene. Asics has developed shoes that fit a variety of foot shapes, including over-neutral and underpronation, as well as women and men's. Why not take a pronation test in store to find out your footprint? First of all, it's like a matchmaking consultation.
If you find a shoe that suits you, there's nowhere to go or enemy! You will definitely be able to get the perfect boyfriend (shoes) that fit you.
ASICS Lady Gel-KAYANO 24 (Latest Autumn/Winter 2017 model)
