ASICS Gel-Kayano 32 vs ASICS GT-2000 13
On paper, compared with the ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, the ASICS GT-2000 13 is 36 g lighter, 1.4 mm more drop, 3.4 mm less heel stack, ₹2,000 cheaper, Ride +0.5.
 ASICSGel-Kayano 32 |  ASICSGT-2000 13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.00 | 7.33 |
| Ride | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 300 g | 264 g |
| Heel stack | 40 mm | 36.6 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 32 mm | 27.2 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 9.4 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus | FF Blast Plus |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | stability | mild support |
| Fit | standard | narrow |
| Sizing | true to size | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | 72 kg; he suggests it for real overpronators and says under 80–85 kg consider the GT-2000 14 | Under 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalking |
| Pros | Best Kayano upper he has tested, softer, thinner, more breathable · Taller toe box and very wide extra-wide fit · Very effective 4D Guidance System · No tiredness after a half marathon · Plush heel padding, balanced heel clip · Highly durable AHAR Plus hybrid outsole · Drop reduced to 8 mm · Excellent for walking | FF Blast Plus midsole: stable, cushioned, with energy return · No break-in needed · Extra heel softness from PureGEL · Moderate, non-intrusive 3D Guidance support · Wide, stable platform · Premium, breathable engineered mesh upper · Strong heel counter, padding and tongue · Thick, durable outsole rubber · Light at 260 g (US 9) · Excellent value at ₹5,000–6,500 |
| Cons | Overkill for lighter, moderate overpronators · ₹17,000 price, he regrets buying it · 300 g and bulky for faster paces · Firm on the first run · PureGEL feels like a gimmick | Snug, narrow forefoot, needs half a size up · Thick, not very soft upper mesh · Short laces, runner's knot came loose · Below-average traction on wet surfaces · Not for interval or speed sessions · Not enough for heavy runners or severe overpronators |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you are under about 80–85 kg with only moderate overpronation, or if you want to run faster than 6:00/km. | Avoid it if you weigh over 85 kg or overpronate heavily, where the Kayano 31 is the better choice. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Gel-Kayano 32
The Kayano 32 is top quality in every way and its guidance felt like it laid a flat road for my foot. But for my weight and moderate overpronation it was too much shoe for ₹17,000, and I would buy the GT-2000 14 or 13 instead.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you are under about 80–85 kg with only moderate overpronation, or if you want to run faster than 6:00/km.
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GT-2000 13
For me the GT-2000 13 is the best lightweight moderate-stability shoe on the market and one of the best shoes under ₹6,000. Beginners and flat-footed runners under 85 kg can buy it with their eyes closed, as long as they size up for the snug forefoot.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you weigh over 85 kg or overpronate heavily, where the Kayano 31 is the better choice.
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