Mens Gel-Nimbus 19

I am a very long time Asics Gel Nimbus customer. The first pair purchased was the 11's about 6-7 years ago when I got serious about running. I have owned model 11, 13 (2), 14 (2), 15 (3), 16 (2), 17 (3) and a pair of 18s. I have run over 25 half marathons and one full marathon all in Asics Gel Nimbus. I think that would make me somewhat of a fanboy. Now to the problem that everyone has addressed on the 19's. EVERY pair aforementioned I have purchased men's size 8 D. I have a normal gate, normal arch, and a generally narrow foot. Size 8 is what I have always purchased and they always fit fairly well. This HAS changed with the 19s. I read all the reviews, and was fairly discouraged by the what I read and even found some new 17s for the past season in light of this. However, my 17's are getting close to the magic retirement age of 400 miles, so I really needed to get new shoes. Here's what I did: I took advantage of Amazon's free shoe return with Prime, and purchased several different pairs of Nimbus 19s to really check out the sizes. As expected, size 8 were too darn small, just like everyone said. So they did make a substantial noticeable change to the size for sure. I went to 8.5, and guess what, the toe box was still too narrow for my narrow foot. How about 8 2E, nope, still too short. Finally, I had one last (and I mean last) try, and purchased the 8.5 2E. These fit, and I mean fit extremely well. In fact, after only a minute on the treadmill, I discovered that the sole was better fitting than any other Nimbus to date. I went on to whip off a 5k on the treadmill and to my amazement, they were outstanding. I was on the verge of giving up fully on the model and Asics, but it was all about getting the right fit. In closing, I'd say that Asics made huge mistake in their sizing on the 19's, and it cost them dearly, If you've noticed the 20's are already out before the new year, which usually never happens. They obviously know it was a mistake and are trying to quickly correct the issue with a new model. However, the bright side to this is that if you know the size that fits, you can snag a pair at a deep discount just now. Which I just did in buying a second pair. I'd recommend these shoes, but try a few pair and return what doesn't work. Also, make sure you actually RUN in them to test them out. They are exceptionally comfortable to run in, if you get the right size.

These fit great and are very comfortable. Also, the back of them against my arch is much better designed that in the 18s, of which began to press against my heel as the support came up half way under the padding and as the padding wore they would press into my arches and give them blisters (the Nimbus 18s), but these Nimbus 19s seem to have fixed that and have a better design. The foot support has always been perfect in every pair of Nimbus shoes. I get a size bigger than I wear, since the 17s as when I would run my big toe would start to hurt, but when I returned them and got a size larger I never had that issue again. This is my 3rd pair of Nimbus shoes and I don't get any others as these have been such a good fit for me. The only things I have found I would change is the limited colors and that you will likely want to get a size larger or half size at least, to have room when running for your toes.

Everyone needs a pair of these shoes! My family has been trying to get me to switch from the old man white Reebocks I have worn for the last 30+ years. My wife made me try them on in a store and I couldn't believe how comfortable they were! We found them on Amazon for a better price I/we ordered matching pairs....yes we are that couple. I have been promising I would walk with her for exercise and she insisted on buying a good shoe. These are the most comfortable shoe I have ever owned. I am cheap and don't like to spend money when I can cut corners but these are worth every penny. This is the most expensive pair of shoes I have ever purchased! The runners in our family swear by them but I am not a runner. I wear them all the time and have noticed less aches and pains when I am on my feet for extended periods. I highly recommend the Gel-Nimbus for any man like myself. It was one of the smartest buying decisions I have made all year.

I have been purchasing Asics running shoes for the past 6+years. I have been a runner for over 25 years and used nearly every brand out there. Asics fit my narrow foot best, have never resulted in blisters, nor aggravate my Achilles tendon that other brands have. Due to tiring of losing toenails I now buy mens shoes. My shoe size is a womans size 10, in buying up a size I found a womens 11 is limited for choices. After trial & error [which is expensive], I found that the fit/feel of the Asics mens 9.5 is ideal. In needing a new pair, did my research and in reading reviews settled on ordering a mens size 10 and am glad I did. This shoe in fact does run small, the toe box at a .5 size bigger was ample enough for my long toes. After a few runs I can add one slight disappointment, my runs are on varied surfaces...gravel to pavement to dirt are all on my running routes. I have only put about 25 miles on these new shoes and found that the sole, while running on gravel is not as thick as the Nimbus 17's that I just retired. I hope Asics doesn't continue to downscale the thickness and durability on the Nimbus sole. I have always added insoles to help with support and this helps remedy this issue a bit. I do like the new fabric, the laces, arch support and overall look of these shoes. Hope they hold up like previous generations of Nimbus. I remain a loyal Asics customer after purchasing these and plan to put them to the test to determine future purchases.

This brand and model is the only one my husband will wear. It is difficult to find size 13 in a neutral color for work. We have stopped looking elsewhere as we know sooner or later one will turn up here. Getting two pairs of black ones were like hitting the jackpot for him. As a lab tech for a college, he does not have to dress like a professor but he needs to be neat and with his high arches, he wants to be comfortable scrambling around on his feet all day. These are the answer. I wish he would get at least one more pair so he would have a year of shoes worn all day with good midsoles. Asics last pretty well so he can always pass them on after 5 months and go for the renewed comfort of new again. If you are a man with narrow feet and high arches, these seem to have been the best for him. If you are a woman who heads for the men's to get the extra width, FORGET IT. Asics run narrow. It has worked for me many times but not with Asics. I hope they make a woman's shoe some day with a wider forefoot and narrow heel. In the meantime, my husband is very happy.

Very nice shoe but the sizing is weird. I ordered a pair of these in size 8 (Amazon recommended size 7 based on previous purchases but I didn't go for that). The size 8 were at least 1/2 size too small just to wear around and fit very different than the 18 or 20. I had to send them back. I have size 8 in the Nimbus 18s and they give me plenty of room for running and foot expansion. Really fell in love with the Asics with that model. I have a Nimbus 20 in size 8 and they're snug for running but good for wearing to walk in or around the house. I wish the consistency in size were there for the Nimbus. So, the Nimbus 19 is about a full size smaller than the Nimbus 18 and half a size smaller than the Nimbus 20 - good luck with your orders!!

I am a runner and always choose shoes with a lot of protection to help prevent future knee problems. I have known many people who suffer knee problems/injury because they run on pavements without the proper shoes/knee protections. After so much research(OCD), I decided to give Nimbus a go, and they are very comfortable even though they are thicker than the other running shoes I tried(and I tried some of them- Adidas, Nike, New Balance). It is heavier than the others too(even to the Asics Cumulus and FuzeX I own), but it is exactly what I wanted and needed. I also got size 10(usually wear size 9 1/2) because many reviewers across the net say it is very narrow on the toe box, which is true. So size up by half an inch(an inch would be overkill unless you really have wide feet), and it is perfect. Oh and the white one you see is more silver/light grey than the pics, and as expected, they get dirty very easily, but looks great in white joggers!!!

I have bought two pairs of these shoes in the last three years and they are truly the best shoes I have ever owned. I am sixty years old and have diabetes so my feet sting and burn so bad I could hardly walk at all but then I discovered these shoes and they make my feet feel so good I can walk a lot farther and longer than I have in a long time. I bought my first two pair at a local shoe store but the salesperson told me they no longer carry them and proceeded to show me some other shoes that cost as much but were not comfortable. I came home and looked on Amazon and found them, making my day. Some people have give these shoes a fair to bad rating but I am at a loss to understand why, maybe they didn't try to break them in as with all shoes and for the few days you should always only wear new shoes for a few hours. I love these shoes!

Compra asegurada porque conocía el producto. Como en todas las zapatillas de la marca Asics, hay que pedir un número más del que se calza habitualmente. En zapatos calzo un 42-43. En deportivas algo más. Asics un 45. Son realmente cómodas, para quienes no conozcan la marca o el modelo, son de las mejores que tienen para correr, con pisada neutra. Muy buena amortiguación. Llegaron antes de lo previsto, y las he podido comprar a buen precio después de buscar y esperar.

great shoe ....amazingly light.

Comodísimas, superligeras. Regalo para mi novio de Navidad y aniversario. Pedí una talla más que la suya porwue leí en comentarios que si no suelen apretar demasiado. Van geniales así

Fitted great and helped so much with my shinsplints, the pain went after wearing. Can’t run without them now. Will be ordering again. Great price Half the price you pay in shops.

Je recommande cet article à tous les coureurs, novice comme aguerri. Légèreté, bon soutient, bonne qualité, prix honnête. Bon entraînement..