Sam: The Cumulus has traditonally been ASICS middle of the range neutral daily trainer. For the 25th edition it gets 2.5 mm more stack height front and back of a now single density Flyte Foam Blast Plus taking it to a max cushion 37.5 mm heel 29.5 mm forefoot stack while actually losing 7g. The GEL is now embedded with a lighter and softer rear
The Kayano has been around for nearly three decades, and both the Cumulus and Nimbus are over two decades old. The same consistency also ensures the availability of Gore-Tex running shoes in their catalog. For example, a GTX version of the GT-2000 and Cumulus is always offered for sale, along with several others like the Gel-Pulse and Trabuco.
Both fit your bill of good cushion, easy, and can help you start running. The Nimbus 25 is a bit softer and heavier, while the Novablast 3 is a bit lighter and bouncier. You can't go wrong either way. Since you are looking to start running, I'd lean towards the Novablast, as it can go fast if you want to go fast, and is overall a bit moreAsics Gel-Kayano 24 are a well-known and one of the cheaper options. They're in the top 3 bestselling running shoes and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Asics Gel-Cumulus 19 or Asics GT 1000 5. Asics Gel-Kayano 24 are $29 less expensive than average running shoes ($89.99).
Neither one of these shoes is a premier option in terms of durability. The Kayano has enough AHAR in the outsole to get the job done for most purposes. However, some users are discouraged by how the midsole starts to break down in less than 6 months. The Nimbus has even more durability issues than the Kayano. The GT 2000 10 is officially a shoe for overpronation while the Gel Nimbus 24 is a universal shoe with good stability. Check out our detailed comparison. Asics Gel Cumulus 23. The Nimbus 24 is clearly better but it’s also newer. The new Cumulus could be a game-changer. See the side-by-side comparison. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 9w1F. 414 251 102 159 328 41 200 119 483