ASICS® Men's Gel Nimbus 9
Sunday, August 31, 2008 | | |ASICS® Men's Gel Nimbus 9
- Midsole Material: Solyte--A super lightweight material with superior responsiveness and durability.
- Cushioning Technology: GEL® Cushioning System--GEL® cushioning system offers enhanced stability and shock absorption.
- Heel Technology: ASICS® High Abrasion Resistant (AHAR®) Heel Plug--AHAR® provides durability at the impact zone.
- Model Number: TN743/0191
- Recommended Fit: These shoes tend to run 1/2 Size Smaller.
The ASICS® GEL-Nimbus™ IX is a top-of-the-line cushioned running shoe featuring enhanced platform comfort and an upper construction that provides exceptional fit. The broad supportive platform is suitable for a range of runners from underpronators to moderate overpronators. Impact Guidance System (IGS®) linked componentry enhances the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe off. Solyte midsole offers improved cushioning and durability. Space Trusstic System® creates a pocket between the Trusstic System® device and the midsole, allowing for greater midsole deformation and more efficient foot function. Biomorphic Fit™ upper provides superior fit and function. Dynamic Cradle: supports and guides the foot. Wt. 12.4 oz.
Very comfortable and stable (2008-08-06)
This is my first new pair of running shoes in a while. Took me a long time to choose this model. I tend to over pronate and this is one of the few models of shoes that I find very comfortable and stable. The toe box is also a bit wider than other Asics if you don't like that cramped toe feeling. Cushioning is excellent. My knee and back usually hurts after a long run with my old shoes, this pair alleviated much of the discomfort. Its impossible to make a recommendation on running shoes because the fit is so personal. But this model is definitely worth a test run.
Comfort running! (2008-07-31)
I purchased these shoes being a huge fan of Asics trail running shoes. I was looking for something lighter, more breathable, and comfortable, and that's what I found in these shoes. I can log multiple miles on grass or pavement, and they still feel great! No pressure points or weird fit, I am happy with these shoes, and I think they look better than the Nimbus 10's, but that's just my opinion. (they're cheaper, too!)
Long time Nimbus wearer (2008-07-03)
I finally ran out of online sources to purchase Gel Nimbus VII last year, so I "upgraded" to the IX.
I have since put on 188 miles on these shoes. A few things I have noticed:
1) initially I got many hotspots on the shoes as these seem a lot tighter in the front than my previous ones.
2) they feel lighter
3) I have recently noticed holes appearing in the left ankle support area on both shoes.
As I have only run in Asics, I feel brand-stuck and therefore find these shoes overall decent. I think there were some mistakes with the IXs which were probably/hopefully fixed with the Xs.
If you have run in the Nimbus' before, I would use these shoes. However, if you have not been sized professional, I would not take the risk online with these.
Good cushion shoe (2008-06-23)
I've put 50 miles on them so far and I am pretty happy with them. I ran Asics GT 2090 before which are more for stability and I think the Nimbus gives about the same support at a lighter weight. The fit is good and I had no rub points. I hope that the 10's stay close to the 9's becuase I will buy this line again.
Very comfortable and light / perfect fitting (2008-06-23)
This is a very comfortable and light shoe. I use them to run and also to travel. Sizes are rather small, so make sure you order at least half a size larger than you'd normally wear.
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