If you know, you know. That old cliché, now reduced to an anagram in many places, may elicit eyerolls, but it’s very apt when discussing ASICS footwear. From personal experience, it can be life changing. After a summer of increasingly unbearable knee pain, my wife dragged me to a running store for a shoe fitting. That day I left with a pair of ASICS Kayano shoes and haven’t looked back since. In some ways, it was a sad day. Like so many, I now own six pairs of the same shoe that are used (in order of age) for tasks from mowing the lawn, to coaching baseball practice, and finally to wearing around town. Fortunately, the Kayano is fashionable enough that it doesn’t reveal my age quite as much as the classic white New Balance sneaker might.
Knowing that, you can imagine my reaction when I saw ASICS had entered the golf shoe market. As a golfer that tries to walk whenever possible, a comfortable and supportive shoe is indispensable. While ASICS has been a leader in running shoe technology for decades in the United States, they are a relatively new player in the world of golf shoes. As the popularity of their golf-specific line has increased, they’ve introduced a variety of options that cover the needs and budgets of almost every golfer. For 2023, the company is introducing several new colorway and sizing options in the existing Gel-Course Glide and Gel-Kayano Ace lines, along with an all-new shoe, the Gel-Preshot.
ASICS Gel-Kayano Ace
While the basic design of the Kayano Ace hasn’t changed, it’s been refreshed with the addition of two new colorways: Black and White/Neon Lime. Possibly more exciting is the announcement that two colorways will now be available in wide sizes: Glacier Grey/Pure Silver and White/White
GEL-KAYANO ACE Key Technologies:
- Lightweight Frame Work and Flexibility: ASICS FlyteFoam Technology provides lightweight shock absorption and plenty of support, while ASICS Gel technology is strategically placed for maximum comfort under the heel.
- Flexible Waterproof Upper: Flexible mesh provides a comfortable fit, while a thin waterproof PU lining keeps feet dry in wet conditions.
- Supportive Fit: Additional ankle padding helps ensure a custom fit that adapts to every move on the course, while air mesh and a TPU heel cradle help provide a flexible, yet supportive fit.
- Golf Specific Tooling: The FG traction sole pattern places spikes exactly where they need to be for stability during the golf swing and traction while walking the course. Featuring GEL cushioning for increased shock absorption, while Toe and Lateral rubber wraps help maintain balance throughout the golf swing.
Details
- Pricing: Men’s: $169.99
- Sizing: Men’s: 7-12, 13, 14 / Men’s Wide Sizes: 8-12, 13,14
- Colors: Men’s: White/Neon Lime, Black/Black, Glacier Grey/Pure Silver, White/Midnight, and White/White. Wide color options include Glacier Grey/Pure Silver and White/White.
- Available: March 8, 2023
Gel-Course Glide
GEL-Course Glide Key Technologies:
- Lightweight Frame Work and Flexibility: ASICS FlyteFoam provides lightweight shock absorption and plenty of support. ASICS Gel technology is strategically placed for maximum comfort under the heel.
- Supportive Fit: Featuring air mesh, an integrated quarter panel, and an internal molded heel counter to provide a breathable yet supportive fit. Additional ankle padding helps ensure a custom fit that adapts to your every move.
- Golf Specific Tooling: The FG traction sole pattern places spikes exactly where they need to be for stability during the golf swing and traction while walking the course. Featuring GEL cushioning for increased shock absorption while Toe and Lateral rubber wraps help maintain stability throughout the golf swing.
Details
- Pricing: Men’s: $99.99 / Women’s: $99.99
- Sizing: Men’s: 7-12, 13, 14 / Women’s: 6-10
- Colors: Men’s: White/Midnight, Black/Carrier Grey, Sheet Rock/Slate Grey, and Glacier Grey/Neon Lime / Women’s: Glacier Grey/Aquarium, Glacier Grey/Pure Silver, and Light Steel/Grand Shark
- Available: March 8, 2023
Gel-Preshot
New for the 2023, the Gel-Preshot sits between the Gel-Kayano and Gel-Glide when it comes to price and features. It is a spikeless, waterproof golf shoe that offers players stability while walking and throughout the swing, while simultaneously ASICS Gel Technology increases shock absorption for maximum comfort under the heel.
GEL-Preshot Key Technologies:
- Lightweight Frame Work and Flexibility: ASICS FlyteFoam provides lightweight shock absorption and plenty of support. ASICS Gel technology is strategically placed for maximum comfort under the heel.
- Supportive Fit: Featuring air mesh, an integrated quarter panel, and an internal molded heel counter to provide a breathable yet supportive fit. Additional ankle padding helps ensure a custom fit that adapts to your every move.
- Waterproof Upper: Constructed with synthetic leather to keep your feet dry in wet conditions.
- Golf Specific Tooling: The FG traction sole pattern places spikes exactly where they need to be for stability during the golf swing and traction while walking the course. Featuring GEL cushioning for increased shock absorption while Toe and Lateral rubber wraps help maintain stability throughout the golf swing.
Details
- Pricing: $119.99
- Sizing: Men’s 7-12, 13, 14
- Colors: Men’s: White/White, Black/Black, Piedmont Grey/Grand Shark
- Available: Spring 2023
