After a failed experiment with some lighter and more minimalist shoes I returned to the Kayano and have not regretted it. I am training for a Marathon and just completed one of my long runs without any problems. While minimalist shoes emphasize lightness and speed - and sometimes even a more "natural" mid-foot strike - their lack of support starts to tell as you run longer distances. In particular, if you are running on roads with a steep camber your ankles take a lot of strain as the miles mount. I might be being taken in by the advertising for these shoes, but I have felt less ankle strain - something I found a real problem with the more minimalist shoes. So, if you are looking for a Marathon training and running shoe, these are a great choice. This version of the Kayano 20 - the somewhat confusingly named Lite-Show - weighs exactly the same as the regular version, but has reflecting material and a different color. Initially I thought "lite" might refer to weight and was confused when the Amazon description showed it as being a couple of ounces heavier that the regular version, which it isn't.
In terms of fit, I have always found the Kayanos to be consistent - and this pair is no exception. However, it is important to remember that athletic shoe sizes do not necessarily match your regular shoe size (I am a regular 10, but Asics 11.5M). Also remember to allow for the fact that some athletic socks - such as Thorlos or Balega - have more padding.
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