Has anyone tried the new Kayano model yet? I was about to buy the Kayano XI, but I noticed that Athletes Foot has the newer model. Big difference in price, but if the XII is a lot better, it may be worth it?
Any opinions?
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Kayano XII
Started by AndrewinOz, Nov 02 2005 01:20 PM
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Posted 02 November 2005 - 01:20 PM
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Posted 02 November 2005 - 01:47 PM
You are right - Athletes Foot do have Ver XII now - they also have their own colour scheme for Kayanos that is different to most - current version is white with orange/blue detailing.
Asics generally release two kayanos a year, usually Dec/Jan and again June/July
Stores like Rebel and other sporting retail outlets will get Ver XII in Dec ...... which will be white/red/silver.
Have not had a chance to try them and will wait until Rebel (or similar) have them at a more reasonable price.
Asics generally release two kayanos a year, usually Dec/Jan and again June/July
Stores like Rebel and other sporting retail outlets will get Ver XII in Dec ...... which will be white/red/silver.
Have not had a chance to try them and will wait until Rebel (or similar) have them at a more reasonable price.
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Posted 02 November 2005 - 01:52 PM
Thanks, Eat Em. I felt them yesterday, they are a lot lighter than the current version. Bit worried that they may be less cushioned, and at my size, I need the cushioning more than the saved weight.
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Posted 02 November 2005 - 02:09 PM
Might be worth waiting for the latest Run 4 Your Life mag which promises a pretty good shoe review. It's due out in a week or two I think? Not sure if it'll cover the latest Kayano though - email greeny to find out, or perhaps post a query in that other thread
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Posted 02 November 2005 - 03:00 PM
I posted a link to some info about this a little while ago on this thread.
Info suggests that stability, cushioning and responsiveness remain unchanged.
Info suggests that stability, cushioning and responsiveness remain unchanged.
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Posted 19 December 2005 - 03:36 PM
Has anyone noticed if the new forefoot "gel unit" in the Kayano XII gives a softer ride then the Kayano XI??
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Posted 31 December 2005 - 12:13 AM
I tried the XII's on today as well as the 2110. The forefoot feels like there is a lot more cushioning compared to my XI's. They are a lot lighter. My only concern is that with the extra cushioning the ratio from heel hight to forefoot feels like its 1:1 (flat).
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Posted 02 January 2006 - 11:39 AM
I have a brand new pair of the ladies ones "blue colour". I have ran in them since Wednesday and they are very comfy and light. They feel pretty good but that said, I had my last pair for over a year (too long). My only gripe about the asics is that they are so ugly especially for the price. In my uni days about 10 years ago I used to work in a sports store and I reckon the shoes were prettier then than they are now. That said there are some new asics mens runners coming out in the next couple of months, they are a step up from the kayano and sound pretty impressive, although pretty expensive.
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Posted 09 January 2006 - 01:32 PM
I bought a pair of the Kayano XI in June and they have been a great shoe. I just got a pair of the XII and they have been great. Had about 5 runs in them and did the Mountain to Surf in Lorne and had no problems. When I initially bought the XI I had to wear them in before they were comfortable, but the XII have been fantastic. A bit lighter which is very handy...
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Posted 09 January 2006 - 01:34 PM
Also I got my Kayano's for $199 from MSD. Rebel had them for $229 and Myer had 30% off but only on Kayano XI with RRP of $259.
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Posted 09 January 2006 - 03:44 PM
Bought a pair of XII (female) for Lorne M2Surf the day before the race. Absolutely fantastic, very light (noticeably) and stable. Did not get any blisters in a new shoe!!
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Posted 12 January 2006 - 04:45 PM
The footlocker store at Fountain Gate (Melb) have Kayano XII's with 20% off. That means $259 - $52 = $207. Just bought the only pair in size 10.5. Other sizes are available.
Interesting that the Athletes Foot store about 10 shops away had the same pair for $250 (no discount). Most big dept stores in Melb sell for around $250.
Haven't checked out Leo Russells (24 Gilbert Rd East Preston) since last Nov, normally Kayano's are around the $180-$190 range (cash only), if you want to drive there.
Interesting that the Athletes Foot store about 10 shops away had the same pair for $250 (no discount). Most big dept stores in Melb sell for around $250.
Haven't checked out Leo Russells (24 Gilbert Rd East Preston) since last Nov, normally Kayano's are around the $180-$190 range (cash only), if you want to drive there.
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Posted 12 January 2006 - 05:06 PM
Leo Russell has them now. Melbourne Sports Depot has them for $199. No no size 14s anywhere though, so no Kayanos for me. In any case, just had a fitting with Active Feet, they have t me in Trances
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Posted 12 January 2006 - 05:21 PM
AndrewinOz,
Have you used Kayano's before? And now your in Brooks Trance, can you provide a summary to differences and preference as my Physio recommended Brooks over Asics for stability shoes.
I've had 2 pairs of Kayanos and I'm deciding about trying a pair of Brooks, the Trance specifically.
Cheers.
Have you used Kayano's before? And now your in Brooks Trance, can you provide a summary to differences and preference as my Physio recommended Brooks over Asics for stability shoes.
I've had 2 pairs of Kayanos and I'm deciding about trying a pair of Brooks, the Trance specifically.
Cheers.
