I have been running in Asics Gel Nimbus VII's and loved them, but I really need to replace them. Yesterday I bought the new version (Nimbus VIII's) and they suck... no cushioning!!! Are there any shoes out there comparable to the Nimbus VII's?
2007-03-17 07:59:56 · 3 answers · asked by macboy987654321 1 in Sports ➔ Running
When Asics made the new Nimbus VIII, they decided to use the Solyte cushioning, which is supposed to provide the same amount of support with a lighter shoe. They did this with a lot of (if not all of) their other models too. Their motivation was to have faster runners by making a lighter shoe without sacrificing the support that they need. At least that was the goal.
I have heard the entire spectrum of opinions from the Nimbus VIII being a great shoe to this being a terrible shoe that causes severe plantar fascitis. Most, however, just complain that the cushioning was not up to par with the Nimbus VII. It sounds like you fall in closer to the bottom end of the spectrum.
As for comparable shoes to Nimbus VII, that really depends on you. It is designed to control pronation with extra support. I would recommend the Cumulus, which provides the pronation control, but it lacks in the extra cushioning. I do not think any other shoe on the market provides the two as well as a Nimbus VII. You could try using the Cumulus with insoles, and that may do the trick. If not, unfortunately, it sounds like the best thing to do is continue to buy the Nimbus VII (you can easily find them on the web) and cross your fingers with the Nimbus IX.
Good luck.
2007-03-17 08:33:35 · answer #1 · answered by Sam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buying a running shoe without insoles is one of the worst mistakes you could make. The stock insoles that come in a running shoe are meant to last about 2 to 3 days. I highly recommend buying some insoles to fit your foot and shoe and adjust them to your liking. As for what shoe you should get, that is all up to you, there is no "perfect" shoe that will be great for everyone, or everyone would buy it and run great with it. You just have to try different shoes for yourself and find out which ones are right for you. I used to run in Asics for a long time, and last year I just switched over to Mizunos, and I love them. I suggest trying out different brands, and going to stores that have great employees that can guide you through the process. Remember, you are going to have to run in these shoes for about 300 miles which is usually about half of a season if you are a heavy duty runner, and you don't want to screw your feet up running in the wrong shoe. Just find the right combination of shoes and insoles that fit well, and test them out. If they aren't the right pair I'm sure you can return them, but only if an associate suggested them to you, so have someone help you out with this, and you won't be disappointed.
2007-03-17 15:14:51 · answer #2 · answered by Andrew 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Runners not running. no clue, sorry.
2007-03-17 15:16:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋