Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Nimbus® 18
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61%"Felt true to size"
77%"Felt true to width"
57%"Moderate arch support"
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Could not find this color any where only at ZAPPOS. Great customer service. Best selection in the world. Have every size one could ask for or need.
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These are the BEST SHOES EVER! I work standing on my feet all day, everyday. These shoes reduce the pain of my plantar fascia.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
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I got these for my teen daughter. Her legs and hips had been hurting from running. These cushioned shoes have definitely helped. I might have to get a pair for myself!
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
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Came back to Asics because of this shoe. Very comfortable and didn't need much breaking in.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks, Adidas
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love these shoes, they are very comfortable and I took the advice of other reviews and bought a half size bigger.
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I play sports and have multiple foot issues - old stress fracture in my sesamoid that won't heal and chronic tendonitis in my peroneus - so my podiatrist recommended these shoes for training. I'm a die hard Brooks fan but decided to try these. They're awesome! It feels like I'm running/walking on clouds! And they're spacious enough for my custom-made orthotics. Awesome shoe! Be warned that they do run super small. I wear a women's 8.5 but always get a 9 for running shoes. However, I had to get a 9.5 in these because they run a full half size small. My only complaint is the color choices, which has zero to do with the function of the shoes and everything to do with the dumb men making them who clearly think all ladies want pink and purple and sparkles. News flash: we don't.
Colleen, Zappos Customer,
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Excellent fit and comfort for a small and bony foot. Using orthotic - still great cushioning and good close fit.
JOAN B, Zappos Customer,
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First off WOW!! I've been struggling with plantar faciitis in my right foot for about a year now, tried all the inserts (custom and not) had multiple shots in my foot, constantly wearing compression socks and nothing was even helping. I've only been wearing these shoes for 2 weeks now and I've had a HUGE improvement in my life, I can get up in the morning without crying stepping on my foot, I get home from work (concrete floors 8hrs plus lifting) and am ABLE to mow the grass, go run errands, and be ACTIVE!! Instead of the normal ice my feet until they are numb for some relief. I WILL be repurchasing! Also the shoe is very comfortable, provides my FLAT feet the support they need and did I mention these are comfy!!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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FINALLY A GREAT Shoe by Asics again. This shoe is supportive and cushioned very well. The shoe is designed for neutral and underpronators and it delivers. I love the colors as well. Very versatile and good looking and most of all comfortable shoe. Well worth the money. I wear Ortho asics inserts in my shoes an so the shoe fits otherwise they seem a good half size larger than expected. with the inserts my size 9 is perfect.
I'd also recommend:
asics only
S, Zappos Customer,
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Great for anyone who uses orthotics. I bought a half size up, was able to fit my orthotics in without removing anything. Plenty of room in toe area, minimal heel slippage, and great cushioning & bounce in each step. Previously used an ASCIS gel-160 or maybe it was a 260 -- either way, this is a huge upgrade and well worth it (my knees are thanking me already!).
Lynn, Zappos Customer,
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I get a new pair of these every six months. These fit and feel just like the last. Very good. I wear a nine in regular shoes and a ten in these running shoes.
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These are the greatest shoes! I have a narrow foot and Asics in medium are a great fit. This particular shoe runs a little short, so I had to exchange for 1/2 size larger. Other than that they are wonderful and so, so comfortable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love these shoes. I have been a Nimbus fan for a while. Just got better!
Jennifer A, Zappos Customer,
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Immediate comfort. I wore these shoes for a few days at home before a 5 day trip to Disney World. My feet never hurt for a single moment.
Meri J, Zappos Customer,
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I normally wear a 10.5 AA. In Asics I wear an 11AA, however, this shoe must be a bit shorter than usual. I reordered an 11.5AA, and they fit perfectly. They are long and narrow just like I like them.
Jayne C, Zappos Customer,
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Three surgeries for heel spurs and achilles problems over the past year and the only shoe I could wear all winter was my Dansko black clog. Now that spring/summer is upon us I really didn't want to wear those with my capris so I went in search of something a bit more summer-like. I teach and so am on my feet all day long and was leery of the Nimbus 18 but I have worn them for the past 5 days all day and am elated--no pain--at all! That is saying a lot considering I haven't been pain free for years! They are pricey but I'm buying two more (for now) and putting them aside. For those suffering from painful heel spurs, please note that these have worked wonders for me after the hassle of surgery. I can't really say whether they would be good in alleviating heel spur pain without the surgery first. And I love that they come in lots of sizes! After reading the reviews I sized up 1/2 size to a 12 1/2. Highly recommend! I gave them a 3 in style only because they are a bit bright--but fun!
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I love these shoes. I stand on my feet all day long as a radiologic tech, feet never hurt. No break in at all. Love them.
Natalie, Zappos Customer,
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I am a beginner jogger with bad knees. I love these sneakers. They are the first pair of sneakers that allow me to jog with the least amount of knee pain. As suggested I bought a half size bigger and am grateful I did.
Karen M, Zappos Customer,
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This is my second pair if Asics Gel Nimbus. I power walk 2 miles a day and these are light and very comfortable. A very pillowy feel but with super support. I highly recommend this shoe. I normally wear a size 5 but ordered a 5.5.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are super comfortable and cushioned. I have MS and have had to stop wearing most other shoes. These have been, by far, the best for my overall symptoms. They are about twice as expensive as my usual shoe purchases, but they are worth it!
I'd also recommend:
Saucony
Wendi J, Zappos Customer,
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I have recently purchased 3 pairs of Asics from Zappos. I now have 5 pairs on different colors. I have a chronic bad back and problems with high arches. I need the arch support so much. These shoes are absolutely amazing, I feel like I'm walking on clouds, with an unbelievable arch support. I used to be a Nike girl, but the support is just not there. Now I'm an Asics girl!!!!
Lynn M, Zappos Customer,
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These are some of the best running shoes I've ever had! I've been fitted for pronation but these are neutral with heel support. Not too stiff. Love!
Amy B, Zappos Customer,
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I have bought this same pair of tennis shoes every year since 2007. The Gel Nimbus never disappoint! I have a narrow foot, so I appreciate that they made version 18 in a "cool" color in 2A width (usually they just have one color for 2A and it's typically not my fave). The yellow on these gets dirty pretty easily, but as far as comfort and purpose go, these can't be beat.
I'd also recommend:
n/a
Genna H, Zappos Customer,
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Either my feet are getting bigger or Asics is running smaller. I ordered these in my usual size 8W but these felt kind of snug, especially through the toe box. So I ordered an 8½ to compare, but the 8½ is long and I am afraid that I will trip on the toe so I am sending back the 8½ and breaking in the size 8. So far so good! The footbed is ultra soft as one would expect from a shoe of this price and caliber.
Christine C, Zappos Customer,
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I have been wearing the Asics Gel Nimbus for several years, ever since my podiatrist recommended it. The Nimbus is light weight and provides great arch support for me, a nurse on her feet all day. I also love this color combination...not too bright, but not too dull. It works well with both my scrubs and casual clothes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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