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
[QUOTE=”ddec, post: 11389083, member: 782″]
[USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER] do you have shot of the spike pattern on the Kayano?
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[QUOTE=”OldandStiff, post: 11389084, member: 53737″]
That post answered a lot of my questions. Good stuff. Thanks.
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Let me know if there’s anything else you’re wondering about. I can take other pics, etc.
My new Kayano’s are replacing my ECCO’s . I’ve had ECCO’s for years but ASICS now going forward
Can we just take a moment to appreciate these things :love:
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First and summarized impression after a 9 hole walk is easy to come by. Exceptionally comfortable. Like a favorite pair of pajama pants. Great cushion on the insoles that I could easily walk more than a round in. No slipping. It was shaggy out there, but not all that wet.
I can compare them to a pair of Alphacats I got over the winter and have walked in. For the record, I think the Alphas are really comfortable too. The two are just different. While the Asics have a little more give to them, the Alphas feel more structured/stiff if that makes sense. Neither is necessarily a bad thing. I like that the Alphas are like that. They feel really stable while being very comfortable. The Kayanos feel more sneaker’ish, which makes them feel like they were made for walking. I could and will wear both pairs regularly through the season.
Next time out will give the Preshot a try.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11392416, member: 1193″]
First and summarized impression after a 9 hole walk is easy to come by. Exceptionally comfortable. Like a favorite pair of pajama pants. Great cushion on the insoles that I could easily walk more than a round in. No slipping. It was shaggy out there, but not all that wet.
I can compare them to a pair of Alphacats I got over the winter and have walked in. For the record, I think the Alphas are really comfortable too. The two are just different. While the Asics have a little more give to them, the Alphas feel more structured/stiff if that makes sense. Neither is necessarily a bad thing. I like that the Alphas are like that. They feel really stable while being very comfortable. The Kayanos feel more sneaker’ish, which makes them feel like they were made for walking. I could and will wear both pairs regularly through the season.
Next time out will give the Preshot a try.
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You pretty much nailed it.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11392422, member: 3″]
You pretty much nailed it.
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Good deal. I was hoping I could get that across so it made sense. I know you’ve used both quite a bit. For a long day on the feet, it would be hard not to take the Kayano. For times where maybe a little more stability/structure is wanted, the Alphas are there.
I have a feeling the Preshots will be unique from the Kayano just because of the leather upper. They do seem to have a lot of cushion as well.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11392431, member: 1193″]
Good deal. I was hoping I could get that across so it made sense. I know you’ve used both quite a bit. For a long day on the feet, it would be hard not to take the Kayano. For times where maybe a little more stability/structure is wanted, the Alphas are there.
I have a feeling the Preshots will be unique from the Kayano just because of the leather upper. They do seem to have a lot of cushion as well.
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I pretty much alternate between Kayano and Alphacats unless I am wearing Royal Albartross which are my go to
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11392416, member: 1193″]
First and summarized impression after a 9 hole walk is easy to come by. Exceptionally comfortable. Like a favorite pair of pajama pants. Great cushion on the insoles that I could easily walk more than a round in. No slipping. It was shaggy out there, but not all that wet.
I can compare them to a pair of Alphacats I got over the winter and have walked in. For the record, I think the Alphas are really comfortable too. The two are just different. While the Asics have a little more give to them, the Alphas feel more structured/stiff if that makes sense. Neither is necessarily a bad thing. I like that the Alphas are like that. They feel really stable while being very comfortable. The Kayanos feel more sneaker’ish, which makes them feel like they were made for walking. I could and will wear both pairs regularly through the season.
Next time out will give the Preshot a try.
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Good stuff here [USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER] .
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11392416, member: 1193″]
First and summarized impression after a 9 hole walk is easy to come by. Exceptionally comfortable. Like a favorite pair of pajama pants. Great cushion on the insoles that I could easily walk more than a round in. No slipping. It was shaggy out there, but not all that wet.
I can compare them to a pair of Alphacats I got over the winter and have walked in. For the record, I think the Alphas are really comfortable too. The two are just different. While the Asics have a little more give to them, the Alphas feel more structured/stiff if that makes sense. Neither is necessarily a bad thing. I like that the Alphas are like that. They feel really stable while being very comfortable. The Kayanos feel more sneaker’ish, which makes them feel like they were made for walking. I could and will wear both pairs regularly through the season.
Next time out will give the Preshot a try.
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Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the Preshot. I’ve been thinking about getting another pair of the Glides, but might give the Preshot a go.
[QUOTE=”will, post: 11392483, member: 7159″]
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the Preshot. I’ve been thinking about getting another pair of the Glides, but might give the Preshot a go.
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I’ll make sure to get them out next time. Hopefully weather keeps playing nice.
[QUOTE=”OldandStiff, post: 11389084, member: 53737″]
That post answered a lot of my questions. Good stuff. Thanks.
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I did? :ROFLMAO:
I think I’m interested in these. I’m still walking about half of my rounds (ok 1/4) and I’m always in search of that unicorn option that’s going to make it easier on my feet.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11388680, member: 1193″]
I’ll definitely update when I get some time in them. Just pulled them out of the box to snap some pics.
I’m a longtime Kayano wearer, so they should be easy to compare.
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How do they fit size wise compared to the Kayano running sneaker? I won’t be able to try on the Kayano Ace but have the Kayano running sneaker.
[QUOTE=”rlb4, post: 11395488, member: 44947″]
How do they fit size wise compared to the Kayano running sneaker? I won’t be able to try on the Kayano Ace but have the Kayano running sneaker.
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The fit true to size in my opinion. Like the running shoe, the toe box is nice and roomy.
I agree with [USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER] on sizing. I think they fit true to size, I just prefer a more snug shoe for golf.
I have the runner kayano in an 11 and the ace in 10.5. I think the only difference I see is that with the waterproof coating of the ace, there is not as much stretch and give to the fabric for the toe box like in the runner. I have about 6 rounds in my aces now. I really like them. Just for transparency sake, this is my first pair of runner kayanos, but I am a long ASICS wearer.
Some comparison pics below:
ASICS kayano 29 runner-11
ASICS kayano ace golf-10.5
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[QUOTE=”BASSFAN07, post: 11395782, member: 24790″]
I agree with [USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER] on sizing. I think they fit true to size, I just prefer a more snug show for golf.
I have the runner kayano in an 11 and the ace in 10.5. I think the only difference I see is that with the waterproof coating of the ace, there is not as much stretch and give to the fabric for the toe box like in the runner. I have about 6 rounds in my aces now. I really like them. Just for transparency sake, this is my first pair of runner kayanos, but I am a long ASICS wearer.
Some comparison pics below:
ASICS kayano 29 runner-11
ASICS kayano ace golf-10.5
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Good stuff.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11395581, member: 1193″]
The fit true to size in my opinion. Like the running shoe, the toe box is nice and roomy.
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[QUOTE=”BASSFAN07, post: 11395782, member: 24790″]
I agree with [USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER] on sizing. I think they fit true to size, I just prefer a more snug shoe for golf.
I have the runner kayano in an 11 and the ace in 10.5. I think the only difference I see is that with the waterproof coating of the ace, there is not as much stretch and give to the fabric for the toe box like in the runner. I have about 6 rounds in my aces now. I really like them. Just for transparency sake, this is my first pair of runner kayanos, but I am a long ASICS wearer.
Some comparison pics below:
ASICS kayano 29 runner-11
ASICS kayano ace golf-10.5
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So would I get the same size as my Kayano running sneaker?
Nice write up. These look nice and I have a couple of pair of ASICS, but I’ve turned into an Alphacat bigot. The Keyano would be second choice though.
[QUOTE=”rlb4, post: 11397087, member: 44947″]
So would I get the same size as my Kayano running sneaker?
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I would, yes.
Going to get the Preshot on grass in a short while.
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As far as the Preshots go, I say I liked them better than I expected to. This is all personal preference, so your feelings may be completely opposite.
First impression out of the box, especially compared to the Kayano, was that I didn’t love the look. Some of that boils down to 1) color preferences and 2) just how damn good the Kayano looks.
Anyway, some key differences.
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[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11398550, member: 1193″]
As far as the Preshots go, I say I liked them better than I expected to. This is all personal preference, so your feelings may be completely opposite.
First impression out of the box, especially compared to the Kayano, was that I didn’t love the look. Some of that boils down to 1) color preferences and 2) just how damn good the Kayano looks.
Anyway, some key differences.
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Looks wise the kayano is another level.
[QUOTE=”baylrballa, post: 11398583, member: 52381″]
Looks wise the kayano is another level.
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Agree 100%.
Kayanos are great. Grab a pair
Great review [USER=1193]@Hawk[/USER].
Asics have always been a well-made shoe. After going through other brands of cross-training, running or dad shoes with none of them holding up, I made the switch about 2 years ago and this has become my brand of casual shoe.
Early in 2022, I switched from whatever brand of golf shoes I’d been wearing on the course to my inexpensive Asics Gel Venture running shoes and never looked back. Not a single slip on wet grass and the comfort and absence of any soreness after walking 18 holes sealed the deal.
I plan on upgrading to their golf shoes for 2023 – probably the Gel Course Ace.
Thanks for the nice write-up.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 11392431, member: 1193″]
Good deal. I was hoping I could get that across so it made sense. I know you’ve used both quite a bit. For a long day on the feet, it would be hard not to take the Kayano. For times where maybe a little more stability/structure is wanted, the Alphas are there.
I have a feeling the Preshots will be unique from the Kayano just because of the leather upper. They do seem to have a lot of cushion as well.
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Can you speak how much arch support these have or is it more cushion?
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11398855, member: 62865″]
Can you speak how much arch support these have or is it more cushion?
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I got to wear mine a few days ago (2022) and they were very comfortable. I can imagine these will be very nice as well.
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11398855, member: 62865″]
Can you speak how much arch support these have or is it more cushion?
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Im not a huge arch support expert, but my understanding is that the Kayano running shoes are more for people with low arches and/flatter feet. The sole feels very cushioned to me.
I wish there was a BOA spikeless model out there. ?
Looks like the Kayanos have price dropped to $130. back to pondering. :unsure:
[QUOTE=”baylrballa, post: 11546287, member: 52381″]
Looks like the Kayanos have price dropped to $130. back to pondering. :unsure:
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Yup. Pondering as well…
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[QUOTE=”baylrballa, post: 11546287, member: 52381″]
Looks like the Kayanos have price dropped to $130. back to pondering. :unsure:
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It’s between these and the new pumas I think.
My kayano aces are still awesome. If you’re pondering, pull the trigger.
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I’ll probably pull the trigger on a pair of the kayano at some point this summer but my gel course are still going strong even after a year.
Any long term reviews on these? Another brand is letting me down, so looking to switch. I walk about half the time, and comfort is paramount. I also play in the morning, so some form of waterproofing, and good traction, are also needed.
[QUOTE=”gkeller813, post: 12385776, member: 51675″]
Any long term reviews on these? Another brand is letting me down, so looking to switch. I walk about half the time, and comfort is paramount. I also play in the morning, so some form of waterproofing, and good traction, are also needed.
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I’ve had mine for about a year and a half. I don’t play as much as most here but always walk. They have held up really well. Still very comfortable with great support and cushioning. Traction is excellent. No issue with morning dew or even small puddles.
Still like mine. I rotate my shoes so these only get used every 4-5 rounds. But they’re still comfortable and waterproof. Good traction.
[QUOTE=”gkeller813, post: 12385776, member: 51675″]
Any long term reviews on these? Another brand is letting me down, so looking to switch. I walk about half the time, and comfort is paramount. I also play in the morning, so some form of waterproofing, and good traction, are also needed.
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I’m still wearing them, though I’ve worn others as well. I wore another pair quite a bit last year before moving to these exclusively. I’m a big fan. Just not much I can say that isn’t positive.
[QUOTE=”rlb4, post: 12385893, member: 44947″]
I’ve had mine for about a year and a half. I don’t play as much as most here but always walk. They have held up really well. Still very comfortable with great support and cushioning. Traction is excellent. No issue with morning dew or even small puddles.
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same for me on all of this for Gel Kayano Ace
I have over 100 rounds on my Kayano and still very comfortable and dry on dewy mornings.
[QUOTE=”Outthere, post: 12390584, member: 56987″]
I have over 100 rounds on my Kayano and still very comfortable and dry on dewy mornings.
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Thanks, great to hear!
These have become my full time golf shoe. I think I’ll buy another pair. That’s the old man way – if something fits and looks good to you, buy it in every color you like.
I have 2 pairs of Kayano and still really like them. No issues with them. Really comfy from the get go and still just as comfy after 15-20+ walking rounds in each pair.
[QUOTE=”shanewu, post: 12448960, member: 38120″]
I have 2 pairs of Kayano and still really like them. No issues with them. Really comfy from the get go and still just as comfy after 15-20+ walking rounds in each pair.
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What colors do you have?
I’m still eyeing the white/green pair.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 12478302, member: 1193″]
What colors do you have?
I’m still eyeing the white/green pair.
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Glacier Gray and White/Neon Lime
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[QUOTE=”shanewu, post: 12480676, member: 38120″]
Glacier Gray and White/Neon Lime
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Lovely. I actually have that same basic combo in street shoes. Golf shoes are White/Red/Navy.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 12480960, member: 1193″]
Lovely. I actually have that same basic combo in street shoes. Golf shoes are White/Red/Navy.
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I was recently eyeing a similar colorway in their Running shoes