ASICS GEL-KAYANO 25

£155 Kayano is the shoe that Asics throw nearly all their latest innovations at, and with mixed results – either hitting the sweetspot between cushioning and feedback, or feeling overengineered. Unfortunately, the 25 nudges into the latter camp. You can’t argue with its comfort; from heel-cradling to landing, it’s a little like wearing slippers. But, arguably, they’re too cushioned, especially around the heel. You just want to know you can gain speed, but the 25s doesn’t elicit that feeling, its 379g weight – the heaviest on test – notable with every stride. Hats off for the FlyteFoam Propel midsole which boosts comfot, but add the rearfoot gel, FlyteFoam Lyte and a deep rubber outsole and it’s all too much. asics.com