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Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from New York City on 11/5/2008
This is a great shoe for someone who is training for a marathon and who has neutral feet. The shoe runs small I believe so one should order half size bigger than normal shoe size.
from north carolina on 10/21/2008
This shoe is so comfortable. I wore it the first time ever for a 1/2 marathon and my feet felt great at the end. That's never happened in any shoe!
from MT on 8/3/2008
Very nice, comfortable shoe. I just didn't feel it had enough support for me. It felt like wearing tie-on slippers, which is great for some people. I need more sturdy support. The footbed is cushiony and the style is nice looking. I had to exhange for my old standby, Saucony.
from Venice, CA on 7/31/2008
I use this shoe primarily for standing and walking. I work a twelve hour day on a cement floor, so my shoes are the most important part of my wardrobe. This shoe breathes and stretches with me. It is very true to size. I bought two pair so that I could alternate my shoes each day for maximum comfort. The cushioning in the sole lets my heels relax, despite the harsh conditions they are subjected to five days a week. I highly recommend this shoe for maximum cushioning power and their ability to permit the feet to be at ease.
from Chestnut Hill, MA on 7/9/2008
These shoes are the best I have ever worn for running. They are very comfortable for running, especially because my feet do not get tired before the rest of my body, as it usually happened in the past.
from Ocean Springs, MS on 7/5/2008
Asics are great for cross training. I am an instructor at a gym and I use them for kickboxing,step aerobics , and working out with the weights and yes, for running. They are great with everything I do.
from Central California on 6/27/2008
Great shoes. I usually run on a track but i wanted to try this shoes on the pavement and I was able to feel the difference right away, no wonder they were named "gel" nimbus.
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I HAVE PROBLEM FEET. WHEN I HAVE TO WEAR OTHER SHOES, I ALWAYS CARRY MY ASCIS WITH ME. I HAVE A NARROW HEEL AND WIDER SPREAD OF TOES. ASCIS SEEM TO FORM TO MY FEET, EVEN WITH ORTHODICS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IF YOU WEAR ORTHODICS.
from Chestnut Hill, MA on 6/16/2008
There are the best running shoes I ever had. They don't cause me blisters or I don't feel pain in my toes. Since I bought my first pair 2 years ago, I have been always replacing it with the same style.
from Waterloo, NY on 5/29/2008
I had the older version of this and loved it- just bought the newer because I wore the older ones out-
from colorado on 5/29/2008
This shoe felt great out of the box. There was no real break in time required. A little roomy in the toe box , but that was actually nice. I am doing a road half marathon this weekend so I will really be able to see how it feels on the pavement as I am usually more of a trail runner.
from Reno, NV on 5/22/2008
My first pair of running shoes was the Aasics Nimbus. I've worn other styles since then and found that they just didn't hold up as well as the Nimbus. After reading reviews online on different websites, I ordered the Nimbus 9. They are awesome ! Plus, I run outside, so the color is perfect.
from Tennessee on 5/17/2008
I work in surgery and am on my feet all day. I began having heel problems and these shoes were suggested to me by a surgeon that I work with. I was hesitant at first because of the cost but had already spent so much on other shoes trying to find some that would help me that I thought I would try one more. Im very glad I did. These shoes have absolutely solved my heel problems! I will never wear any thing else. The quality and comfort of these shoes far out weigh the cost.
from Madison, WI on 4/24/2008
My feet always ached and fell asleep after 15 minutes of running on an eliptical until I got these shoes. They are super supportive and pretty sweet looking!
from Ohio on 4/18/2008
This is my second pair of Nimbus. Asic does a great job on their shoes. Can put it on for the first time and run a mile or more and not have to worry about blisters. The support and cushion have really helped my joints while running. No more knee pain.
from South Bend, IN on 4/4/2008
Wonderful shoe for daily workouts as well as running! Feet feel like I'm running on air. Awesome look too-I get compliments every day!
from pembroke, ma on 3/31/2008
I had a pair of asics 2120's before this pair and since I spend 2 hrs a day 7 days a week in the gym. I figured I would splurge and get the sneaker with more "features" I find these shoes to not have the breathability my old ones do. In fact my feet are downright hot everyday. There is also a decorative piece on the sneaker that hits my pinky toe and is quite uncomfortable but I guess I'm stuck with them since I can't afford to spend another 100 bucks on another pair of shoes....I don't feel the extra support in the shoe that it claims to have either. I should have stuck with the ones I knew i liked and not wasted the money in what I thought must be a better shoe. Don't let the prices fool you more expensive doesn't mean a better shoe. Good luck!
Also, something worth noting ? the ASICS GT 2100 series are Stability trainers featuring medial support under the arch for moderate overpronators and the Nimbus is a Neutral trainer for really biomechanically efficient runners. The fact that they don?t have the medial support you?ve become use to may have added to a lot of your discomfort issues.
from Howell, NJ on 2/25/2008
I have very bad feet... I need a lot of support and cushioning and even an orthopedic insert to feel comfortable in my shoes. These were recommended by my foot doctor for both running and waitressing. They are so comfortable, and my feet rarely hurt; even when I'm in them for long shifts!
from Portland, OR on 2/11/2008
These shoes were perfect right out of the box. Most comfotable running shoe I've ever owned.
only lasted me 3 months before they got a hole. identical hole in both shoes. not worth the price.
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I am a high mileage runner and I tend to injured runners. That said, most of my 'hurt' runners are wearing the wrong shoes.
This shoe is for: Mid-foot/medium heel strikers (even good for bigger runners, but if you are a heavy heel striker, go with the Brooks Beast). Neutral to slight under-pronating gate, neutral to low arches, those who prefer a wider/more breathable toe box but still want a snug heel fit, and for anyone 'new' to running and wants to make a solid investment in a shoe that will last you up to 80+ miles a month for at least 8-9 months.
I DON'T recommend this shoe for: over-pronators, those with weak ankles (decent stability here but not this shoes' strength), those with a narrow forefoot (though GREAT for narrow heals) and those just looking for a training shoe (these shoes are made to go forward, too much lateral motion will wear them out faster and ruin their balance).
from Sheridan, WY on 1/27/2008
I love the Asics nimbus! I have been purchasing this line of shoe for the past 3 years. I have a medium to high arch and a neutral step.
The only thing disappointing aspect of the asics numbus 9 is that the toe box is bigger than previous. I ended up having to order a half size smaller.
from Texas on 12/13/2007
I wear this shoe to teach PE class.
I like the feel and the color.
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from Albany, Georgia on 12/11/2007
I am 48 years old and have lost almost 100 pounds. I have started to run and I am training with a personal trainer. He actually chose this shoe for me out of several and I am glad he did. I have some knee problems but this shoe really has helped. We are progressing to pavement running and I feel this shoe will make the difference for me.
from Seattle, WA on 12/11/2007
I first bought these shoes two years ago when I was training for the Big Sur Marathon and I haven't looked back. They fit my feet well (moderate arch, regular width), and provide excellent cushioning and stability. They're relatively light too.
from San Diego on 12/6/2007
This is the first atletic shoe to make my feet 'happy' in a very long time.
from key largo,fl on 11/20/2007
I love these sneakers!! My feet were hurting because my old sneakers were shot and I wore these around the house when I first got them-it felt like a massage! Great support;great arch for people with high arches.I walk 3 miles,3 days a week and go to Curves 5 days a week.
from New York City on 11/13/2007
I love these shoes. Not only are they very comfortable, they feel snug and supportive for my high arches and wide feet.
The color of this shoe is also very unique and great for the fashionista!
from Apex, NC on 11/5/2007
I like the look of the shoe, and it performs well. I run frequently, inside and out, and also wear them while weight training. It feels snug and secure on my foot, and provides good support. It's not quite as lightweight as another comparable brand that i've worn in the past, but it's still a great shoe for me! I would recommend it!
from Orchard, IA on 10/22/2007
I love how breathable this shoe is!
from Queens, NY on 10/20/2007
I ordered two identical pairs. One fit well, the other was too narrow.
There seems to be more cushion and a better fit than the nimbus VIII, however, they are at least a half-size longer. This works out good for me because the old version was a little on the small side. We'll see how they feel after they are worn in. I love asics and couldn't be happier.
from Colorado on 10/9/2007
the perfect shoe for my almost narrow foot. The new latte color is a great alternative to mostly white which I have had in the past. It 's nice to find a shoe that I know I dont' have to break in, gets updated periodically, and fits my lifestyle. I personally LOVE the new chocolate color for fall. While I ride my bike the most for exercise, on the days I can't, I power walk and this shoe has never given me blisters. Ordering this shoe was a breeze and I knew I wouldn't be returning it. By the way, I order a half size up and it's a perfect fit for exercising.
from Sunnyvale, CA on 9/24/2007
I love Asics shoes. So far, this is the best one I have for distant running and aerobic. It's designed more for a suppinator.
from San Francisco, CA on 9/13/2007
I love this shoe.
from Jacksonville, FL on 8/20/2007
I never liked running until I got this shoe what a differance the right shoe makes. Now I love running more than ever.
from Virginia on 8/3/2007
My feet under-pronate, or suppinate. These are the first running shoes I have found that actually help me to walk using the inside of my foot. Most shoes seem to be made for pronators and make you walk on the outside of your foot-something I've done naturally all my life and which has resulted in major problems with my feet. I haven't had them long, but so far they are very comfortable and keep my foot in a "neutral" position. I did read where I should order a half size up--I did this and they fit well.
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from Waukesha, WI on 8/2/2007
Very comfortable shoe. The brown/latte color is very cute!