The GEL-KAYANO® 12.1 is a bold reimagining of a mid-2000s icon, born from a collaboration between ASICS and KITH. Its upper draws inspiration from the structural elegance of European gothic armor, layered over breathable open mesh underlays that keep air moving around your foot. Underfoot, the shoe borrows the proven midsole tooling from the GEL-NIMBUS® 17 — a system built to carry runners through full marathons — delivering dual GEL® cushioning and FLUIDRIDE™ technology for a smooth, responsive ride. The result is a sneaker that honors its 2006 roots while pushing comfort and craft into the present.
Inspired by the GEL-KAYANO® 12 running shoe from 2006
