Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Nimbus® 20
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Customer Fit Survey:
57%"Felt true to size"
77%"Felt true to width"
76%"Moderate arch support"
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Asics made it possible for me to return to Gel-Nimbus again. I bought the 18's until they could not be found any longer. The 19's were a disaster. The 20's have less cushioning than the 18's, particularly in the front, but I found the fit worked for me. I have high arches, so I substitute their insole with my own which adds arch support and a little more cushioning. I am on my second pair and am happy with them. I am 68 years old, run six miles three times a week and have been satisfied with this shoe. I did not find them to be stiff like some others have mentioned. I hope they don't screw it up again.
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My last pair of Nimbus - 8.5, this "20" is 9.5. Better for me than Kayano 24
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I’ve worn nimbus for years. This one is the best color combo and comfortable as usual. I would like a Jess clunky shoe but the cushion and stability make up for it.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really liked the style/color of these, but they felt shorter than other ACICS 9.5s. And not as padded as the ones I ended up with. I ended up buying the GEL-Nimbus 19.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Great color way more comfortable than the 19. But still not the old ASICS that we know and love but getting there!! Toe box still narrow!!
HuskerHeather,
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I'm returning these - they are too narrow, too short which is sad because they have terrific support and comfort. Bought a 7 in another color to try - too big, too long. Both have terrific support and comfort. If you have narrow feet, these are for you.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered these in a 7 which is 1/2 size larger than my usual 6.5 because 1) the A SICS Nimbus have been narrower and narrower and 2) is wasn't available in a wide or 6.5 in this soft yellow color which I love (sick of dark and wild colors). Ordered 6.5 in another color:; 6.5 too narrow and short, 7's too long, and generally too big especially because they'll stretch with use. Both are very comfortable with tons of support though - Gel Nimbus has been my go-to best for over the years. I have two hip replacements so the support is crucial.I still use my 3 year old pair. I'm about to give up on ASICS though. Why are they so narrow. Returning both.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I have worn Asics shoes for years. They are very comfortable and very well made. Unfortunately for my aging feet, they are now too narrow for me. I had to return these sneakers.
JoanP,
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Was half size to big. I have the 9.5 in the Gel nimbus 19. Reordered the size 9 fit perfect. Little bit bigger toe box than the 19. These are great in the pink.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love these shoes BUT about 1/4 inch smaller then my old Asics Gel in size 12.5 so I'm returning them. I may order the size 13 but I'm afraid they may be to large.
Mary S, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I purchased the same size that I have in the past and they are a little bit shorter and narrower, but the shoes are the same quality. I would purchase again, but a half size larger.
Kaye,
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The nimbus 20 is better than the 19, but still not as good as the 18s and earlier. I was able to wear my normal shoe length but had to order in D/wide to have enough room in the toe box (and I do not normally take a wide in other shoes). Have worn them once and so far so good....
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I had one of the nimbus 17 two years ago and they feel so comfortable that I decided to buy this nimbus 20 one month ago but it disappointed me. It's just a normal running shoes without any special feel on my foot or any other surprises like when I got my nimbus 17. It's okay.
Jony,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I'm a huge fan of ASICS. Been buying multi pairs of 16, 17 and 18. I never purchased the 19 due to really negative sizing reviews. I've only had my 20 for a few days and just getting used to the completely different feel compared to my adored 18. So too early to really judge, but so far they seem much lighter than the 18 but also much stiffer. I bought the pink and they are gorgeous!! So far so good.
Beth55,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I loved the color and style. I have worn ASICS for 10+ years and it seems they have made some changes, as these were too narrow for me. I had to send them back
KarenMariah,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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After a few weeks I had a hole in this shoe. Otherwise its starting to really fall apart after a few months. I walk about 7 miles a day. And I feel like they need to improve the toe box or reinforce for the big toe. I love Asics normally. Now I will need to buy another pair and reinforce myself prior to use.
Katiemrpeaches,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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EXTREMELY UPSET!!!!!!This shoe runs small now in a wide width and I will no longer buy Aisics!!!!!!
Nisi,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I normally wear a size 8 and I have a narrow foot this shoe runs a half a size small
Daniangel,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The Gel Nimbus 20 seemed to run small in comparison to previous Nimbus collections.
T F,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
The1/2 size larger that online chat recommended is still a bit tight. And the entire construction is flimsier than my 2018 pair. I see why others are complaining. Disappointing as the GEL-Nimbus has been the only comfortable shoe I have found in the last 6 years. Will keep this pair, but will go back to looking for a different company from which to buy.
Disc G,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I don't normally leave reviews but felt this one was warranted. I've been wearing asics gel nimbus for years now. The comfort as in shoes past is just not there. I'm not sure what they did, but I cant run all day in these. My feet hurt after a short while. I love the style and they are made well, as always, but the 20's fall short in comfort. Maybe next release will be better.
Kim S,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I like the shoe and they fit like they should but, they hurt my feet. Very hard sole. Doesn't feel like there is any cushion. I wore them 2 different times and I can't put them back on.
Smitty11,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I've been wearing the Nimbus line for years. Unfortunately they were once my favorite running sneaker but now they've gotten narrower and tighter. The cushion is still excellent but I always wear a wide and the last few pairs I've bought (from 17) have been so much tighter I get pain in my toes and numbness. The distance from the bottom of the sneaker to the top is also tighter. I wish they'd go back to the roomier style (I believe the 16).
S2018,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
About a half size small. I heard all these great stories about these shoes. I work 12 hours 6 days a week and I was really looking forward to comfy shoes, but when they came in they were to small.
Not A,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Bought this shoe 1 month ago and love the fit and good toe box room (11.5 wide), but as has happened with this nimbus shoe before the fabric on insole side of collar near laces is already frayed and splitting open showing interior foam. Seems to happens repeatedly with this model shoe. Otherwise a great running shoe.
Busy M,
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