ASICS Kayano

ASICS INTRODUCED THE GEL-KAYANO in 1993 – then under the “Kayano Trainer” name – as a do-it-all, cross trainer-like shoe rather than a performance-oriented running shoe. In time, though, the Kayano became the brand’s pinnacle stability running shoe and among the globe’s most revered – and popular – running shoe franchises.

The 30th edition of the Kayano launched earlier this month and included the man himself – original GEL-Kayano designer Toshikazu Kayano –visiting run specialty stores across the U.S. to celebrate this milestone Kayano’s release.

ASICS GEL-Kayano Fun Fact: According to ASICS, Ohio-based Second Sole has carried every iteration of the GEL-Kayano since its 1993 debut.