Asics Gel Kayano alternative? (Cushioned running shoe)

[madeinmanc]

I was using some ASICS Gel Kayano 28 shoes but they're totally worn out and fit for the bin now.

I notice when I use my ASICS trail running shoes, which are much lighter and hardly padded, I'm faster but I have some aches that don't happen in the gel Kayano shoes.

As I'm in my forties, I think I have to prioritise not getting injured so I'm looking for something similar to what I had, with cushioning, even if that slows me down.

Does anyone have any recommendations?

Ideally I'd buy two pairs: one for the road and a cheaper option for muddy paths but that may not be possible.

I run 3 x 10K which I'm increasing to 12 and one 5K a week usually.

Thanks for any advice 😃

If the Gel Kayano do the job, can you not just replace like for like? If you've got an outlet near you, they have good savings, or keep an eye on Wiggle or similar, or even eBay for your muddy pair?