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 ASICSGel-Kayano 32 |  ASICSGel-Kayano 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.00 | 8.33 |
| Ride | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 300 g | 300 g |
| Heel stack | 40 mm | 39 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 32 mm | 31 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus | FF Blast Max (top) + FF Blast Plus Eco (base) |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | stability | stability |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | true to size | – |
| Recommended runner weight | 72 kg; he suggests it for real overpronators and says under 80–85 kg consider the GT-2000 14 | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Long runsRace dayBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| 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 | Soft, bouncy FF Blast Max top layer · Stable firmer base layer · Plush heel and tongue padding · More breathable than the Kayano 32 · 8 mm drop · Comfortable on 20 km long runs · Safe option for a first full marathon · Suits flat, neutral and high arches |
| 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 | Durability doubts for runners over 90 kg · About 20% less structure than the Kayano 32 · Too soft for severe overpronators who dislike soft foam · Not for wide feet in the standard width · Expensive at ₹17,000 |
| 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 are over 90 kg with flat feet, or overpronate heavily and dislike soft foam; the Kayano 32 suits you better. |