The Cumulus is a more practical and versatile all around trainer for most unless you have good solid consistent form to keep things on the level and your pace is on the fast side.

Although focused on technicality and comfort, this model adopts a modern design and sleek, trendy details that enhance . The GEL-CUMULUS™ 23 MK shoe helps you focus on the distance ahead as you move towards your personal best. When I first saw pictures of the Cumulus 23 online, my initial thought was that it looks very similar to the Nimbus 23.These pillar formations are tuned differently in the men's and women's models to address each gender's biomechanical data. Only reviews that feature the label "Verified Review" have been checked to ensure that the author actually used or purchased the product. But I sensed a softer and friendlier ride on the way than the Cumulus 22's which while improved over the 21 big time still was a bit firmer in the forefoot than I prefer. Freshly revised, the neutral shoe from Asics Gel-Cumulus 23 women promises you a unique running feeling from the first to the last step. They have also made it as responsive as possible, while providing the necessary strength and durability to keep you moving.

My first run was a 10km steady-paced run and I was surprised how well it performed when I increased the pace. A softer GEL technology unit is positioned under the heel to improve cushioning while the FLYTEFOAM midsole material helps create a smoother and more supportive ride. For trainers and performance trainers, we take them on daily runs, workouts, recovery runs and a long run prior to review (often accumulating anywhere from 20-50 miles in the process). It used to be firm and slightly uncomfortable, but now it’s comfortable enough to add to some of their traditional trainers.I too felt the walk around feel was a bit uninspiring and soft with the more streamlined integral outsole maybe a key factor. There is plenty of evidence that joints, biomechanics, bone structures and overall shapes are different between genders (Ferrari et al.

We are experiencing a high volume of traffic at the moment, please bear with us whilst we load your page. Many of their shoes are now gender specific, meaning the shapes, foam designs and flex grooves are specific to the unique biomechanics of each genders mechanics. Our views are based on our extensive history in the footwear industry and years testing and developing footwear. Sam: The Cumulus 23 evolves quite significantly in this iteration with 1mm more stack height of FlyteFoam, the elimination of the Propel foam heel insert, a new gender specific 3D Space Construction of pillars at the top of the midsole that adapt to runners’ strike styles (and gender) and a new outsole pattern said by ASICS to “increase comfort, flexibility and for a smoother ride. The rubber coverage on this is pretty solid and is built up in all the places that you need it to be (i.There is good flex through the toes and the overall transition from heel to toe in this shoe is fairly natural and smooth.

In 2020, they launched their first running shoe collection made from 100% recycled polyester fibers (PET bottles).Another major advantage of the Gel-Cumulus 23 is its low weight, which makes running more comfortable and smooth. You’ll find great support in the heel and ankle area, so consider it a stable shoe without all the bells and whistles of a stability shoe.