Born from a collaboration between KITH and ASICS, the GEL-KAYANO™ 12.1 blends iconic design cues from the 2006 silhouette with upgraded performance tooling. Inspired by European gothic armor, the upper features structural metallic overlays and breathable open mesh underlays that balance boldness with functionality. Underfoot, the GEL-NIMBUS™ 17 midsole brings marathon-level comfort with dual GEL™ inserts and FLUIDRIDE™ cushioning—bridging archival energy with everyday wearability.
- Co-created with KITH
- Inspired by the GEL-KAYANO™ 12 running shoe from 2006
- Breathable mesh underlays
- GEL-NIMBUS™ 17 tooling system
- FLUIDRIDE™ technology
- Rearfoot and forefoot GEL™ technology
- Dope dyed recycled sockliner mesh
- 1203A827-101