ÿþWhich shoe would you choose when it comes to retaining softness over time better between the Boost range and Asics' new Nimbus 17 midsole with gel?I don't run but I do walk and maybe will jog but not too much due to bad knees. I like to walk 3-4 miles at a moderate pace (3.5-4.0 mph). I love Asics but now have achilles issues and have been looking for reviews specific for that condition. I was thinking the 15's but now the 17's are seeming better. Any opinions based on experience are welcomed! I'd also look to go with another brand if experience recommends it. Thanks!I have a Nike Outlet store nearby and they had the Pegasus 30& after trying them to me they aren't as good as the Nimbus 15 they just don't feel the same quality and harder foam.
Incredibly comprehensive and accurate review thanks guys! I took delivery of my 17s last week and have put 30k on them in the last 7 days (have previously been running Nimbus 15s for last 12 months). I also took Michael Williams' advice (comment below) and changed the supplied Asics insoles for the firmer/less squishy Currex RunPros, and wow, I think I've found my perfect running shoe! And with this minimal modification, I certainly wouldn't describe them as a slow running shoe anymore. I've been knocking out steady 4:30-5m kilometers without too much effort and they certainly don't feel like they're soaking up my energy. So people reading this who run steady 5 minute ks shouldn't be put off thinking that this is too slow a shoe for them it really isn't. Oh and the dayglo' green colour is great& much brighter in the flesh than on the screen =Ø Þ
I am a male, 29 years old and i run on road, 4-5 times a week (Running distance 6-8 kms per run). I am really confused between ASICS GEL-Nimbus 17 and the ASICS GEL-Kayano 21. I am looking to start clocking in more kms from now on, like a half marathon distance twice in a month. Can guide me which is a better shoe amongst the two.Hi, I had an Asics culumus before and last week I bought the Asics Nimbus 16 NYC edition. I was in doubt between the the one that I bought and the Nimbus 17. I have been having an issue with it since I bought. The inner part of my right foot, between the toe and the ankle, closer to the toe I would say, almost in the sole, the shoe seems to be pushing my foot to inside. It seems that I'm stepping over half of a ball. Any comments about it? Have you ever heard some similar complain?
You definitely have a point there I would expect different runners have different distribution of peak weight load area, depending on gait, etc but the majority would have theirs under the centre of the heel rather than the lateral edge. The picture attached is the Gel distribution in the Nimbus 17, taken from the Asics Japan youtube channel they must approach cushioning from a different perspective compared to the other major companies.As a forefoot striker that supinates I can say that the gel unit in the forefoot of the older Nimbus 15 is exactly where the area of first impact is and then my foot rolls inwards and pushs off and even that feels responsive and gel-like. Though, it might not work for everyone, I wouldn´t call the gel system gimmicky. Many people really love the feel of it and I tend to be one of them. (at least as older Asics are considered) Brooks on the other hand (like in Ghost 4, Adrenaline 11) feel way too hard to me and I didn´t like the adaptive dna soft while slow but too firm while running faster and somehow without much energy return.
It is plain to see how much of a marketing scam Asics Gel is, even in its top end neutral cushioning model. The two penny shaped Gel pads are all that's actually inside the midsole, and the rest is all show. That is why I love Kayano 18 more than Kayano 19. In Kayano 18 we can see two channels of gels across the forefoot. Starting from Kayano 18, due to the situation that asics had to split the gel up for the sake of the guidance line, they splited the gel into two parts for the forefoot. I never hate asics, I just didn't like the way they reallocate the gel in the forefoot area.
The Vomero doesn't do that. I may just stick with the Saucony Ride 8, as it seems to feel the best to me. As I said on a previous post I tried the Saucony Triumph ISO 2 and was not impressed at all. Too firm for me. Thanks for your help.Was hoping to get your recommendation. Looking to purchase a new pair of shoes. Currently running in Asics Cumulus 16's, which I have been happy with. I'm 6'0 and weigh 200 lbs. Neutral runner. Currently running about 25 miles a week. I plan to run a couple half marathons next year and will hopefully increase weekly mileage. Should I upgrade to the Nimbus 17's or go with something else? Slightly hesitant after reading the review and the mention that the shoe feels slow. I'm not a fast runner but would like to get faster. Currently, running a 5K in 24 minutes.