The GEL-KAYANO 29 MK shoe creates a stable running experience with a more responsive feel underfoot. Featuring a low-profile external heel counter, this piece comfortably cradles your foot with advanced rearfoot support. This helps keep the shoe lightweight while creating a more energized rebound in each step. A LITETRUSS stability feature is placed on the midsole’s inside angle. It’s designed to help keep your foot from rolling too far inward during your stride.
The GEL-KAYANO 29 MK shoe creates a stable running experience with a more responsive feel underfoot. Featuring a low-profile external heel counter, this piece comfortably cradles your foot with advanced rearfoot support. This helps keep the shoe lightweight while creating a more energized rebound in each step. A LITETRUSS stability feature is placed on the midsole’s inside angle. It’s designed to help keep your foot from rolling too far inward during your stride.
The GEL-KAYANO 29 MK shoe creates a stable running experience with a more responsive feel underfoot. Featuring a low-profile external heel counter, this piece comfortably cradles your foot with advanced rearfoot support. This helps keep the shoe lightweight while creating a more energized rebound in each step. A LITETRUSS stability feature is placed on the midsole’s inside angle. It’s designed to help keep your foot from rolling too far inward during your stride.
The GEL-KAYANO 29 MK shoe creates a stable running experience with a more responsive feel underfoot. Featuring a low-profile external heel counter, this piece comfortably cradles your foot with advanced rearfoot support. This helps keep the shoe lightweight while creating a more energized rebound in each step. A LITETRUSS stability feature is placed on the midsole’s inside angle. It’s designed to help keep your foot from rolling too far inward during your stride.
Last updated at 03/21/2026 19:44:33
Asics Women’s Gel Kayano 29 MK 8.5
Delivery $9.95
originally posted on asics.com
Excellent shoes — like floating on air with superb arch support. I also love the bright magenta/ purple color! The breathable fabric is light and pliable. I’m hoping it will prove to be durable for the long run… but only time will tell for this feature. Highly recommend. Note that this model appears to be slightly narrower and longer. Normally. I wear a size 10.5 women’s, but for this model a size 10 was a better fit.
originally posted on asics.com
Love this shoe. The style and color make it very versatile, and they are sooooo comfy. I really like how it hugs the arch and ankle. I don't even need the laces, which is a good thing because they are so snug, I can't really tie them without cutting off circulation. No worries, I use them like a slip-on. The toe box is wider than other Kayano - so wide that I had to downsize from 8 to 7.5. This is now my go to for everything except running, which is why it has 4 stars rather than 5...I can't use them for running because of the inconsistency between the fit of the toe box and rest of shoe. I don't recommend the MK for running but definitely recommend if you walk and/or stand long hours.
originally posted on rebelsport.co.nz
Great shoe. A little different to earlier versions as the forefoot feels less supported when you first put them on, but they feel fantastic when out running so no issues. The gusset around your ankle is snug so keeps things out, wasn't sure about this but seems ok so far. Very comfortable
Asics Women’s Gel Kayano 29 MK 8.5
Delivery $9.95
Excellent shoes — like floating on air with superb arch support. I also love the bright magenta/ purple color! The breathable fabric is light and pliable. I’m hoping it will prove to be durable for the long run… but only time will tell for this feature. Highly recommend. Note that this model appears to be slightly narrower and longer. Normally. I wear a size 10.5 women’s, but for this model a size 10 was a better fit.
Love this shoe. The style and color make it very versatile, and they are sooooo comfy. I really like how it hugs the arch and ankle. I don't even need the laces, which is a good thing because they are so snug, I can't really tie them without cutting off circulation. No worries, I use them like a slip-on. The toe box is wider than other Kayano - so wide that I had to downsize from 8 to 7.5. This is now my go to for everything except running, which is why it has 4 stars rather than 5...I can't use them for running because of the inconsistency between the fit of the toe box and rest of shoe. I don't recommend the MK for running but definitely recommend if you walk and/or stand long hours.
Great shoe. A little different to earlier versions as the forefoot feels less supported when you first put them on, but they feel fantastic when out running so no issues. The gusset around your ankle is snug so keeps things out, wasn't sure about this but seems ok so far. Very comfortable
I enjoy the GEL-KAYANO 29 MK Asics more than the Nike, Adidas and Hoka running shoes I have. They are wide in the toes, which is what the others are lacking. They hug your heels, which makes me feel more stable. I would suggest buying a half to a full size higher than normal. They were a little snug, but I wore thick socks to break them in. I love these sneakers!
I ordered online and didn’t realize there is no tongue to the shoe. It’s all made together. So it makes it extremely hard for me to get in. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis all over my body. My hands especially can’t handle how hard it is to get my feet in. Other than that they are comfortable. I have been buying ascics for many years. The gel kanyo. Next time I will have to do research to make sure this doesn’t happen again.
At the recommendation of my foot doctor, I bought these yesterday. I wore them to work today. OMG, I can't believe how good I felt. I have an extreme pronation in my left foot. These shoes are a game changer. I had so much pain from my foot, the whole way to my hip, back & groin... UNTIL I wore these. They're simply amazing! They feel so good! I even left them on while cooking dinner after work.I love these shoes! They have so much support. My hip, back and groin didn't even hurt while wearing them.
Strange because they are pull on with laces which is not mentioned in the description. They were tight around the ankle and I have skinny ankles and kind of wide in front. Tongue is sewn on and lace-up is faux. When did they change? Definitely will return as they are also not comfortable.
I recently bought 4 different pairs of athletic shoes to try and figure out what fit me best- Sadly these did not make the cut (however the kayano 28's were perfect!) anyways, I dont know if it's because this style is a full-knit upper, but they did not fit right. I am usually a size 9.5-10, with the 10s usually being in athletic shoes, so size 10 is what I ordered in this style. The ankle is snug and feels supportive and comfy, but the front of the shoe is too wide and does not hug my foot at all. Also, they feel like the length is good when sitting, but as soon as I started to walk, my big toe rubbed against the end of the shoe. I find this tends to be an issue with knit shoes such as these (and APL's are similar), and it's not the greatest feeling. Im sure these ... MoreI recently bought 4 different pairs of athletic shoes to try and figure out what fit me best- Sadly these did not make the cut (however the kayano 28's were perfect!) anyways, I dont know if it's because this style is a full-knit upper, but they did not fit right. I am usually a size 9.5-10, with the 10s usually being in athletic shoes, so size 10 is what I ordered in this style. The ankle is snug and feels supportive and comfy, but the front of the shoe is too wide and does not hug my foot at all. Also, they feel like the length is good when sitting, but as soon as I started to walk, my big toe rubbed against the end of the shoe. I find this tends to be an issue with knit shoes such as these (and APL's are similar), and it's not the greatest feeling. Im sure these will work for some people, but for me they are no good. For reference, my feet are average in both width and arch, so I dont have anything out of the ordinary going on.
This is the second pair of the Gel-Kayano MK I have purchased after wearing the straight Gel-Kayano for years, and I will never go back to the original version again. The "sock" like feel of the MK is super comfortable, and the secure-but-not-tight design means I don't have to spend time adjusting and re-adjusting my laces until I get the perfect snugness like I used to. I hope they continue to make this shoe, and start offering more color options too.
I just got my shoes. And while I'm happy to have new comfy workout shoes, I'm very frustrated by the fact that the top of the left shoe in the back hurts my heel. I'm sure to get a blister. I have owned many many pairs of Asics and this is the first time I experience this. I tried buying a pair of 28s on clearance but those came defective so I went straight to 29s and paid full price. :( This isn't what I expect from full retail price Asics. Hopefully the next model doesn't have this issue. I might have to find another brand.
