Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Kayano 31

I have a lot of foot problems, including plantar fasciitis, very high arches and overpronation. These are the most comfortable sneakers I have ever worn. They are super well-cushioned and so far, seem effective at reducing my overpronation. I walk 3-4 miles every day, and these sneakers have significantly reduced my foot pain. I love them!

i have been ordering this sneaker for years and love the support but now they added extra fabric along the top and the pull up loop and the extra fabric bothers my ankles and the loop makes it that ankle socks do not stay up. I wish they would leave a fantastic shoe alone and now add these unnecesary things. I will order again if they go back to a basic style. Otherwise, Asics has lost me as a long time customer. I hope they rethink this new design.

The Kayano 31’s are an improvement over the 30’s. The style is more sleek and the length is perfect. But unfortunately for me ASICS has completely redesigned these shoes since the 30 version and I can’t wear them anymore. They’re very cushioned and supportive. The arch is perfect but they’re just way too wide for me and I almost always wear a medium width in ASICS. Even with an orthotic and thick socks the width could fit 1.5 of my feet in each shoe. I’ll try the narrows but if those don’t work I’ll be walking and running in Brooks Adrenalines and Ghosts.

Wow - I'm impressed with this model of Asics! I have wide feet & my toes spread out. Until now, I have never been able to wear a pair of Asics comfortably because they were rather tight. These are perfect for my wide feet/toes with lots of cushioning too.

The shoes provided overall comfort in the toe box and the heel. I have space for thick cotton socks. The shoes are lightweight. I have two pairs of Gel-Kayano 25. I have walked the airports, warehouse stores, and parks without any discomfort to my back or feet.

Love the fit! Cushioned but not heavy. Love the fabric, love these shoes!

Fit was good, but the shoes came up too high on my ankles.

This shoe was too wide for my foot. Otherwise it was comfortable.

The shoe fit's to size and the width is as described but what I did not expect was my foot being sore after just 4 hours of wear. I am hoping that with time my foot will better acclimate but I have never had a pair of sneakers cause my foot pain. Would I repurchase? Not for the price and the fact that I may never "break them in."

Unfortunately, ASICS changed my go to sneakers to a point where they’re no longer comfortable. The cuff around the ankle is thicker and rougher and irritates my ankles. Why can’t any sneaker company leave well enough alone? This makes me sad. After years of wearing ASICS, I have to find another brand.

What the heck, ASICS? I loved all other years of Gel-Kanayo. The last ones I have are 29. Whatever you did to 31 is awful. I have a bunion, and the seam of the tongue presses directly on it. These are going back and I need to find a new brand of running shoes. :(

I am trying to replace my Gel Kayano 27. Have always worn size 9.5 medium and Gel Kayano for years! These Gel Kayano 31 are HUGE! The toe box is VERY WIDE and the back of the sneaker has an extra liner and high pull strap that I can only imagine would rub your heel and style that looks just like a Hoka. Sadly, returning them and will try to find another manufacturer with similar style and fit of the "old" Gel Kayano. Wish Asics would leave a good sneaker alone.

I don’t like the big thick sole

Just as good as the Kayano 30s. I was worried they would not have good arch support, but they do. Super comfy and the toe box is wide enough for my hammer toe. Good for my arthritic feet with plantar fasciitis.

I have had Asics before without any issues. Lately, I have been wearing New Balance. I bought these based on a recommendation about my gait and walking pattern. Here is what I have to say: Out of the box, they fit nicely. I have been wearing them for walks 3-5 days a week, usually on a track or on flat surfaces for a few weeks so I feel I have given them enough time to see what they are about. I have flat, wide feet and the left shoe hurts my arch. I cannot put an insole in because the heel is stiff and the insole I have won't flex to fit. But it does not feel great with the way it is without an insole. It eats up your low socks! Sooooooo friggen annoying - I wear low sport socks and when I walk, they are eaten up by the shoe and I have to constantly stop and fix them. Unfortunately you do not realize this until you have already worn them out and then too late for return. The laces are not long, just enough for a single tie. As these are wide shoes, I would assume the laces would be longer to accommodate. So as it is, I cannot use another lacing method to lock the heel in to prevent the socks being eaten up. The right shoe hurt my heel initially and rubbed it weirdly. And it gave me a blister on the outside of the ball of my foot. I have not had a blister on my foot for YEARS! :( Overall, I am just not happy with these.

The shoes are so comfortable, but I had to go up 1/2 a size for the length. Unfortunately the shoe was too wide and my foot didn't stay in place when I went up in size.

The fit was good, but the size of the rubber surround, especially around the heel was too large. The extra surround of rubber/foam felt awkward, like it would get in the way because I was very aware of it and normally that is not something that draws my attention. If there is another model of the Kayano, I will try them, but these went right back despite the the cool pink and black colorways.

Good fit and size. Extremely comfortable. Great color combo.

needed a half size bigger but great sneaker and comfortable and support.

Great fit, just wonderful

Great shoe