Our verdict

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Great!

To have the Gel Kayano Ace as part of your golfing arsenal means you want to make a difference on the course in something quite agile and tenacious. This mighty comfy, spikeless kick is everything you'd come to expect from ASICS but with a bit more surefootedness, whether on or off the green. And come rain or shine, the Gel Kayano Ace—despite its premium asking price—can keep your A-game going.

ASICS Gel Epirus "White Black" Pros

  • 360-degree plushness
  • Grippy
  • Very supportive
  • Quite stable
  • Great fit
  • ASICS GmbH Pure Silver Sour Yuzu
  • Watertight
  • Breathable
  • Visually appealing

ASICS Gel Epirus "White Black" Cons

  • Pricey
  • Кроссовки asics gel lyte iii

Who should buy the Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5

The Gel Kayano Ace blends athletic marrones and attractive flair in its lightweight shell. Purchase it if:

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If budget is a major concern, skip the Gel Kayano Ace ($170) for the cheaper asics gel lyte iii og techno cyan ($110). And if you're not into sporty kicks, opt for the Adidas Adipure instead.

Head to ASICS

Many golfers find the Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5 super cozy. Their convincing remarks are as follows:

  • "ASICS Patriot 12 Black White Mujer."
  • "Asics Cena od 100 do 199 Błękitne."
  • "ASICS Tartheredge 3 2E Wide 1011B212-001."

Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5 equals incredible adhesion

With comments such as "excellent traction" and "exceptional on the slippery, dormant grasses," it is quite obvious that the Gel Kayano Ace is a knockout when it comes to grip.

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Reviewers, including a gear pundit, are convinced that the featured ASICS kick is among the most supportive spikeless golf shoes on the market. "My feet did not feel tired at all," said a golf player who completed a long and demanding round. Another one said that his Gel Kayano Aces "check the box exceedingly well" in terms of arch support.

Your balance preserved in the Gel Kayano Ace

Stability is one of the Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5's strong points, according to golf players. It provides "the ability to make a stable, controlled swing," says one of them.

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At $170 a pop, the Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5 is a dear alright. Compared with the average, which is $143, this golf shoe is $27 more expensive. If you want to go the opposite direction of this kick, check out our budget-friendly corner.

prodotto di qualità secondo gli standard ASICS

The Gel Kayano Ace "fits like a high-end running shoe," says a footwear critic. He specifically likes the locked-in fit of the shoe's heel and midfoot sections while giving him enough wiggle room around the toe box. Non-professional reviewers also arrived at the same conclusion, with one saying that its fit is "just like a pair of ASICS sneakers."

Captivatingly light

This shoe, which a professional blogger calls "visually impressive," is among the lightest kicks out there. In comparison, the Gel Kayano Ace is 52 g lighter apiece than the average weight of waterproof golf shoes.

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While its overall look is eye-catching (particularly the Metropolis/Gunmetal colorway), the Gel Kayano Ace might be too running-inspired for some. It's a nitpick from an expert, sure, but it's one criticism about the shoe that he feels like not-so-athletic golfers might not appreciate.

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"My feet stayed completely dry," said a footgear maven after testing the Asics Pantalons Curts Katakana 5 in very damp conditions. The same reviewer also talked about the shoe's breathability, saying that he had "no issues with sweat" in warm weather.