South Korea’s UNAFFECTED Gives The ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 A Trail-Inspired Makeover

Releasing on November 24th in Europe.

Jovani Hernandez November 7th, 2023 (updated)

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UPDATE 11/7/2023:
The UNAFFECTED x ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 will be releasing at EU retailers on Nov. 24th.

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Over the last few years, the ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 has enjoyed some time in the spotlight. Having debuted in 2008, the performance running silhouette has found a second life among “dad shoe” trend enthusiasts.

Recently, South Korean label UNAFFECTED (@unaffected.co.kr on Instagram) unveiled three collaborative pairs of the GEL-cushioned design. Netizens have been quick to draw comparisons to the unreleased trio and work from Kiko Kostadinov, the Bulgarian designer that’s been curating the ASICS SportStyle line since October 2020. Additionally, the upcoming sneakers feature speed lacing systems that fall in line with other “gorpcore” offerings on the market.

The bunch by UNAFFECTED delivers mostly uniform looks, although grey and black complement teal, white, and steel finishes. Early pictures of the shoes don’t reveal obvious co-branding, although the South Korean label stamps its name on the sock-liners.

Not much is known about the collaboration, but that’s likely to change soon. As you wait, enjoy a closer look at the shoes ahead, courtesy of Up To Date on Twitter.

For more from the Japanese institution, check out the latest ASICS GEL-Lyte III releases.

Unaffected Asics Gel Kayano 14 Green 1201a922 300

WHERE TO BUY

Mens Unaffected x ASICS GEL-Kayano 14

SKU: 1201A922-300

RETAIL PRICE: $200

RELEASE DATE: Nov 24, 2023

US 11/24/2023 Friday

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Unaffected Asics Gel Kayano 14 Silver Black 1201a922 020

WHERE TO BUY

Mens Unaffected x ASICS GEL-Kayano 14

SKU: 1201A922-020

RETAIL PRICE: $200

RELEASE DATE: Nov 24, 2023

US 11/24/2023 Friday

Retailer	Release type	Status
ASICS	Standard	Check Site
Extra Butter	EQL	EQL
Concepts	Standard	Check Site
SNS	Standard	Check Site

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Unaffected Asics Gel Kayano 14 White Black 1201a922 100

WHERE TO BUY

Mens Unaffected x ASICS GEL-Kayano 14

SKU: 1201A922-100

RETAIL PRICE: $200

RELEASE DATE: Nov 24, 2023

US 11/24/2023 Friday

Retailer	Release type	Status
ASICS	Standard	Check Site
Extra Butter	EQL	EQL
Concepts	Standard	Check Site
SNS	Standard	Check Site

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Written by

Jovani Hernandez, Editor

Jovani Hernandez joined Sneaker News in December 2019. He’s covered breaking news about adidas Yeezy and interviewed Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky amongst his 5,800 posts. A sub-5-hour-marathoner, he now enjoys running sneakers the most, but fondly reminisces about Nike Basketball and Sportswear from 2007 to 2014.