Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Nimbus® 25
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69%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
82%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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I love the nimbus 25 but the all black, top and sole run short. I purchased another color combination plus I already have another color and they fit perfect. Yes,I ordered a half size up from my regular shoe size. I ordered a second pair, thought, maybe it was just that shoe but sorry, Zappos, had to return both, too snug.
I'd also recommend:
Naot
Dee, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These shoes are a bit disappointing. There is no real support for feet, knees, back. Placing my Superfeet insoles made it a little better but not great. Not much structure, just fluffy soles.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have worn Asics for at least a decade. I was so hopeful these shoes would be ultra comfortable, but they were not . Waking around the house, they were fine. I had room in front of my toes so I figured I was good to go and excited to give them a try. That was not in the cards. Within a mile of walking my toes were numb. . Now I have shoes I can't wear and ASICS won't return or exchange. I went up my usual half so plan accordingly if you want these shoes to work for you and you don't waste your money.
CaryAZ,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Less arch support than 24’s and 23’s, very wide toe box which is why I am going to try a smaller size. Am hopeful.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Way too much cushion. In additional to feeling like I was running on marshmallows, the shoe seemed to propel me forward. Very disappointed in this change, I've been wearing the Gel-Nimbus model for many miles and many years.
Fast O,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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This new design is not as comfortable for all the previous nimbus model. Not a fan. I used to run in nimbus since 18 years ago. The previous models were great, no break in needed and toe box were wide for running. This new model looks like Hoka, but not Hoka. I ran in those, but had to stop after few miles since my toes were crammed so badly. Now, this expensive shoes is used for light walking.
LoveToRead,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These were not a good fit for me. I use to wear this style all the time but there is something with the arch in these that hurts my foot. I even tried putting my own custom arch supports in them but still by the end of the day my feet are killing me.
Gfly,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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These didn’t work for me as I had hoped. The cushion was superb but the toe box was smaller than expected so my feet felt numb on long runs. Wish I had returned them but I kept being hopeful I’d adjust.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka
Ari, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
They seem to have changed the construction of these shoes. I've been buying gel nimbus sneakers for 10+ years and these give me blisters on my heel. They don't feel as good on my knees as the prior models as well.
MEMA11,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I’ve worn the Gel-Kalani ASICS for years and LOVED them. I just didn’t like any of the new colors and tried these. Big miss, feels like I’m rocking forward from heal to toe. Much bulkier, Much wider. Don’t feel like I could comfortably walk let alone run in these.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Unfortunately these make my toes numb, I have been wearing this model for many years and this is the first time this has happened
S L,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I have worn the ASICS nimbus gels for many many years. This is the first time I've ever been disappointed in the shoe style and fit. The new style with the wider flared heel and toe box was not a good fit for me. I wish asics would not continue to change the shoe style from year to year.
Dianne P,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Really disappointed in these shoes. I'm going on an international trip soon and really wanted a good pair of walking shoes. I have been wearing these on shorts walks for a few weeks now, and I have found nothing particularly great about them other than they're cute shoes. They kill my arches for some reason. I thought the way they cupped your ankle was a really good idea, but it's actually terrible. No matter what pair of socks you wear, they pull down the socks and then leave blisters on your heel. I also thought I would like the tongue design on these, but, again, poor design. The netting just kind of digs into the top of your foot and leaves a painful mark. I don't know who these shoes would be a good fit for. I don't have anything special about my feet or bunions or anything like that. I am so bummed about these shoes as I did a lot of research on them!
Sarahh6,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I loved Gel Nimbus shoes through Gel Nimbus 23- my favorite! It was so comfortable but also offered stability. The increased amount of cushion in the new Nimbus shoes fails to give me support and stability. Please bring back the Gel Nimbus 23!!!
LST26,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I ordered a size that was too big. I feel like my foot moves everywhere, and no support. I need to order a smaller size. It was my fault. Shoe seams to run big. I always order the size I did and this time it was way to large.
L D,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
The sole is really cushioned and feels great. But my toes constantly crushed together in the toe box, and the heel cushion gave me blisters. Maybe I should have ordered half size smaller.
Nikki1937,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These are nothing like the old nimbus. They have a huge cushion and roll you forward. I tried the 26 and they are better but still feel a bit bulky
Caitlyn F,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I've worn ASICS gel nimbus shoes for years & these are the 1st to disappoint me. The toe box is much wider than my last pair even though they're the same size. There's something about the back of the shoe that makes my socks slip down & the shoe rubs. They feel clunky overall.
I would return these if I could.
Mary, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
The large sole and extra cushion feels nice at first, but after running on them a few times I had pain in my Achilles. It goes away when I'm back on my old models.
Tracy L,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Too small
FT, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Bought my usual 11.5 wide and this new style runs few sizes bigger! I would have been ok with 10. Otherwise, I think a great shoe.
Paula85340,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
My first ASICS purchase & would not buy again. I got these as a recommendation for walking/running shoes but these did not even closely fit expectations. Not sure if they need a very generous amount of time to "break in" but my achilles are bleeding and the bottoms of my feet are blistered badly. I've worn them about 8-10 times at this point (ranging from walks around the block to 8 miles at a time) hoping they would get better but unfortunately that doesn't seem to be the case. Not sure how this is possible with how cushioned they are, maybe they're not right for my feet but I've never had an experience like this with running shoes before.
Sky A,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I originally bought the Cumulus 25, size 8.5, I wear 8 or 8.5. liked it so much I got a second color, then a backup for that color. It didn't come in all black so got this Nimbus, paid $40 more just for the color. Toe box is narrow & my toes rub on the top. The
"sock" that goes around the ankle is tight & annoying. I should have sent them back, not worth the almost $200 cost. Maybe a wide would have helped but I have never worn a wide in my life. Just a bad fit. Try the Cumulus-25
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These shoes are much different from 24- they are too cushioned and lack support. I have been wearing Nimbus for 18 years now and these are the first pair I don't like.
Becky123456,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I found the gel Nimbus 25 to be too bouncy for my usual balance, and agility
LindaC,
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