Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Cumulus 26

Super comfortable shoe right out of the box. Toe box is nice and wide and I did not find any heel slippage. The cushioning is nearly perfect, softening all foot strikes. Even though they are a cushioning show, I ran some nice times with these!

Great shoes. Helped a lot with shin splints due to changing surfaces. Big test will be this winter. Fingers crossed.

These are not serious running shoes; they are ASICS's attempt to keep up with HOKA garbage. I'm a long time GT-2000 purchaser, and got tired of Black and Grey being the only options in my size, so I bought the GEL-CUMULUSs 26 because of the lovely color options. I've run on them for a month now and again am shocked at how spongy they are - not for serious runners. I'm back to the GT-2000 and hoping for better color options there.

Umm, there is potential. I like the style &stack height which is close to my HOKA Cliftons that was the goal. The 8mm drop would be nice to add to my rotation since Hokas are 5mm, however, this isnt offered in a wide though and the toe box is too narrow additionally the heel is tight and literally (rubs me the wrong way). Mid foot on upper and soles are nice though.

These shoes fit amazing! I dont have a necessarily wide foot but so many shoes out there these days feel very narrow, stiff and tight. These hug in all the right places and are very comfortable. Dont know about durability yet but so far Im really happy with them.

Perfect for running short or long distances! Great fit!

I really enjoy this iteration for the cumulus. The shoe is overall very comfortable but the foam is not as squishy as previous versions. The ride feels soft yet with a bit more support. Excited to keep adding miles in these.

very comfortable ,soft ride not heavy or too cushioned , perfect for speed runs great looking shoe for running or leisure wear ! perfect!

Running store recommended to to help for shin splints. Was a Brooks guy before. Dont know for sure if these shoes did the trick but Ive been running long distances and hills with minimal pain. They also feel more flexible and lighter.

Sneakers fit perfect and look great. Delivery was quicker than promised.

Best pair of running shoes I've ever owned. Helped with keeping heel firmly held in place and with my under pronation. Just enough cushing to be comfortable, but can still feel the road.

The outside of the shoes rides into my ankle bone a bit, but overall still a good shoe

I had bought the 25 version and they were fantastic for memore plush and wider toe box than expected. I decided to give the 26s a try as a result. It feels like a completely different shoe. It was more narrow, lighter fabric that doesnt feel like it will last, and less cushion. I wore them for awhile hoping they would improve after breaking in but they didnt. Disappointed. Just found another pair of 25s and ordered that.

I love my shoes, because its very softs. Its the best

Nice shoes and very comfortable , i highly recommended

I have both the 2023 and the 2024 version of this shoe. I bought them due to a foot problem and the 2023 version pretty much fixed the issue. I decided to buy two more pair, another 2023 version and this 2024 version. This 2024 version, unfortunately, is a disappointment. They have some how thinned out the material on the top. They went from a thick padded tongue to a thin mesh tongue that has a hard piece of plastic that wraps around. If my socks are too short, the plastic on the tongue digs into my leg and hurts after MINUTES of wearing. Also that new tongue material attached all the way down the side to the sole, that digs in more too. Basically I have to wear thicker and taller socks with these shoes. They also removed the loop on the heel to help getting the back of the shoe up, so now the heel keeps foldering down when I slide them on (thinner material all around). The last noticable difference is with the sole. It is still a thick gel sole, which is the only reason it gets 3 stars instead of 1, but they made it skinnier at the base where before it extended out a bit adding to stability of the foot. It's not that big of a deal, but compared to the 2023 model this skinnier base causes foot fatigue faster. All in all, it's a pretty big disappointment compared to last year's version.

I have several pairs of the Cumulus 25 and have loved them. These seem a bit more comfortable if that's possible.. I like the fairly low heel to toe drop too. The cushioning is excellent and you get a message every time you wear these shoes. My only complaint is that they soles seem a bit softer than the 25 version and consequently, they seem a bit more prone to wear and tear.

I have several pairs of the Cumulus 25 and have loved them. These seem a bit more comfortable if that's possible.. I like the fairly low heel to toe drop too. The cushioning is excellent and you get a message every time you wear these shoes. My only complaint is that they soles seem a bit softer than the 25 version and consequently, they seem a bit more prone to wear and tear.

Good support but not bouncy enough for me, feel little stiff.

Shoes run bit big, shoes sole strength should be improve. The sole is gotten smooth in less than a month

The sides of the shoe havent held up at all. Asics have always been durable during wear.

Ugly, big and uncomfortable. I called back for a return and it's very difficult.

Great fit that I have come to expect from Asics extra wide shoes. Miss the heel loop that is on the 25, but otherwise satisfied

My feet are a little wider than average and these shoes fit great!!!! Im going to order another pair soon!!

I have long been a runner in ASICS shoes. I can remember the challenges of a 10 mile run in other brand shoes and all the moleskin I had to use. Never happened when I switched to ASICS and I never looked back. I have slowed down some and dont get as many miles a month, but I enjoy the fit and comfort of my Gel-Cumulus 26. They are stylish without being loud. I see this design as neutral running shoe. It is not easy to spend the money for shoes when they first hit the market they wont disappoint.