ASICS GEL NIMBUS 19 REVIEW
PROS AND CONS
Technically, there are two higher-priced neutral running shoes above the Nimbus 19. One is the obscenely priced Metarun at $250. The other is Gel-on-the-outside, foam-on-the-inside Quantum 360 at an MSRP of $170.
But if we adopt that tiering structure, then the Nimbus will be the ‘cheapest shoe’ at $160, which makes no sense at all. So let’s take a different approach which places the Nimbus at the top, and cheaper models below. As you’ll agree, this approach is more palatable to everyone’s frugal tastes.
For $40 less, the Cumulus 18 offers a similar ride to the Nimbus. The difference lies in its slightly lower material spec; the upper feels less plush than the Nimbus. But you know what?
The difference in ride quality doesn’t justify the $40 price gap, and the upper has more room than the Nimby. Perhaps it won’t be a bad idea to buy the Cumulus 18 instead after all. Oh, by the way, the Cumulus and Nimbus are evenly matched on weight and heel-offset.
Below the Cumulus is the Gel Pursue 3. There isn’t a lot of difference between the Cumulus and Pursue, except that the latter has a rearfoot-only Gel window and a different upper design.
ASICS GEL NIMBUS 19 REVIEW
Asics’ marketing pitch: Features the Flytefoam technology for optimal comfort and a responsive ride
Upper: Mesh with high-density printing, plastic heel counter.
Midsole: Dual-density compression molded EVA foam midsole, visible Gel windows under the heel and forefoot. 10 mm heel offset. (13 mm for the women's Nimbus 19)
Outsole: Hard carbon rubber under the heel, softer blown rubber under the forefoot.
Weight: 315 gms/ 11.1 Oz for a half pair of Men's US 9/UK 8/EUR 42.5/CM 27
Widths available: D - regular (reviewed), 2E - wide, 4E - extra wide in select colors.
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