Last year, Asics debuted the GEL-Kayano 12.1, an updated form of the product line’s 2006 iteration. After a handful of collaborations, the model will finally release in in-line color schemes this Summer.
Asics has slowly entered the lifestyle space over the past few years, through a category they refer to internally as SportStyle. While they have created a few new models to flesh out the program, SportStyle releases largely consist of retro versions of their many running shoe models, repurposed in their original form for everyday wear. Last year, they began a series updating these models with some slight changes, issuing pairs of the GEL-Nimbus 10.1 and the GEl-Kayano 12.1.
The Kayano 12.1 has rarely been seen since its debut with Kith last Summer. The NYC brand released a two-pack in June of Knicks-themed styles, and followed up with an “Ice Blue” edition in the Fall. Last week we got a preview of even more Kith pairs to come, and finally, this week, we have an official look at Asics’ first in-line styles of the GEL-Kayano 12.1, coming this Summer. Six pairs in total have emerged as the first wave, and come in the Japanese brand’s signature look of mesh underlays, synthetic overlays with some form of silver or chrome finish, and small pops of colorful accents.
ASICS GEL-KAYANO 12.1 SUMMER 2025 RELEASE INFORMATION
Asics has not yet announced a set date for their initial wave of GEL-Kayano 12.1 colors, though the general release models are expected to arrive sometime in Summer 2025. Featuring at least six styles for the first wave of releases, pairs will be available from both Asics and select retailers. Pricing for this model is currently unknown.
Asics GEL-Kayano 12.1
Release Date: Summer 2025
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