ASICS

ASICS Gel-Kayano 31

The best stability shoe — 4D Guidance System supports overpronation without feeling restrictive.

★ 4.6 / 5 $160
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Our Review

The ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 has been the king of stability running shoes for three decades. The new PureGEL technology in the heel absorbs impact at footstrike, while the FF Blast Plus Eco midsole returns energy on push-off. The 4D Guidance System provides medial support for overpronators without the rigid, heavy feel of traditional stability shoes. It's the shoe that proves stability and comfort aren't mutually exclusive.

✅ What We Like

  • Best stability shoe for overpronators
  • PureGEL is softer than traditional GEL
  • Doesn't feel like a stability shoe — natural ride
  • Durable AHARPLUS outsole lasts

⚠️ Worth Noting

  • $160 is premium pricing
  • Heavier than neutral alternatives
  • Stability features unnecessary for neutral runners
  • Narrow toe box for some foot shapes

Key Features

  • 4D Guidance System for stability
  • PureGEL heel impact absorption
  • FF Blast Plus Eco midsole
  • Engineered knit upper
  • AHARPLUS high-abrasion outsole
  • OrthoLite X-55 sockliner

Specifications

CategoryStability trainer
CushioningFF Blast Plus Eco + PureGEL
Drop10mm
OutsoleAHARPLUS rubber
Stability4D Guidance System
Weight11.3 oz (men's)

Best For

  • Stability
  • Overpronation

Reviewed by Marcus Webb, Outdoor & Active Editor

Weekend warrior, garage tinkerer, and the guy who actually uses the gear before writing about it. If it belongs outside or in motion, it's his beat.