GEL-KINSEI BLAST LE 2
The GEL-KINSEI™ BLAST LE 2 delivers premium comfort and a bouncy experience that gives the recreational runner or those running to stay in shape, both performance and aesthetic benefits. This version is designed to look as good in the streets as it does on race day. Influenced by technical performance, the upper's Nexkin mesh material evolves the design with improved ventilation to help your feet keep cool.
The midsole's shape is inspired by a samurai's curvaceous katana sword. A PEBAX™ propulsion plate with FF BLAST™ PLUS foam and GEL™ technology cushioning in its midsole, combines to redirect the runner’s energy forward to create a responsive, faster feel, while enabling a smooth and cushioned landing.
Designed For Neutral Underpronation

Neutral
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Foot Type
Normal to high arches -
Push Off
There is even distribution from the front of the foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The foot lands on the outside of the heel, then rolls inward to absorb shock and support body weight, or pressure remains on outside of the foot through to toe-off. -
For those who appreciate cushioning and don’t require additional support.

Underpronation
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Foot Type
High arches -
Push Off
The pressure is on smaller toes on outside of foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The outer side of the heel hits the ground at an increased angle with little or no normal pronation, causing a large transmission of shock through the lower leg. -
- Nexkin mesh upper improves airflow to help your feet keep cool
- At least 20% of the shoe's main upper material is made with recycled content to reduce waste and carbon emissions
- The sockliner is produced with the solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared to the conventional dyeing technology
- Pebax propulsion plate helps redirect the runner’s energy forward and create a faster feel
- FF BLAST™ cushioning provides lightweight impact absorption and a responsive rebound
- FF BLAST™ PLUS cushioning generates lightweight impact absorption and good durability
- Rearfoot and forefoot GEL™ technology improves impact absorption and creates a softer feeling at footstrike
- OrthoLite™ sockliner offers soft step-in comfort
- Reflective details are designed to improve visibility in low-light conditions
- Strategic outsole engineering improves grip and durability
- AHARPLUS™ outsole improves durability