ASICS® Gel-Nimbus 12

ASICS® has an extraordinary reputation for making quality running shoes.  Hey, my first pair of running shoes were ASICS®!  The “Gel” has a way of molding to your feet for a perfect fit.  Made especially for the under-pronator, the ASICS® Gel-Nimbus 12 offers extra cushioning and increased stabilization for those long, long runs. The “I.G.S.®” which stands for “Impact Guidance System” improves on the runner’s foot movement naturally.

Made from breathable mesh, and a synthetic leather upper, this lightweight (only 11oz.) running shoe has it all.  The Biomorphic Fit® may help reduce the irritation that many athletes feel after a long run. The Asymmetrical Lacing Design looks a little funny at first glance, but  provides an optimal fit that may also aid in reducing foot discomfort.
The Asics Gel-Nimbus 12 also features a sock liner, known as the Removable ComforDry™.  This technology helps to, well, keep the foot cool and dry – a nice way to say it has the potential to not stink!. The P.H.F. or “Personal Heel Fit®” is made from memory foam, which gives the runner the feeling of an extreme custom fit. The Asics Gel-Nimbus 12 offers all of this and more, such as gel cushioning and 3M™ fancy reflective markings on the running shoe.

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This running shoe comes in a variety of colorful options – we dig the orange and black.  Comfort, stability, traction are the top features in this shoe.

The shoes of the day: The ASICS® Gel-Nimbus 12

Buy them if: your an ASICS®-for-life person, you know who you are!

Forget about them if: they just don’t have the color combo to match your workout gear that you got from grandma.

Today’s shoe review: Asics Gel-Trabuco® 12 WR.  Trail running shoes are hot this time of year, specifically these new runners from Asics.  The first pair of running shoes that I purchased were Asics, as they came highly recommended from a female track-star (we think both of those qualifications are sufficient validation for any running shoe purchase.)

The Gel-Trabuco® all-weather design offers all-trail protection.  They are incredibly light-weight at only 9oz.  The Gusset design keeps out all the stuff that you don’t want in your shoes.  The forefoot rock plate helps protect your toes. Water-resistant upper keeps the water out, but still allows your foot to breathe.  The unique recipe for the grip of the sole is intended to provide excellent traction.  This may be the ideal shoe for your outdoor running, as the spring weather is always unpredictable.  Keep your footwear predictable with these Asics.

Shoes Of The Day?  Ascis. Gel. Trabuco®. 12. WR.  Period.

How many miles have you run so far this year?  Leave us a comment if you are still holding true to your shoe-year resolutions.