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Comment on Nike Zoom Vomero + 4 Running Shoes Review by JackBurton

JackBurton — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 02:46:43 +0000

The Vomero is very forgiving on pavement and all weather track surfaces. I generally use my Torch 3 for trail work and hill sprints. The fabric breathes well and it’s pretty light for a bulky looking shoe. Despite the weird feeling of the zoom sole, I really like it.

Comment on New Balance 769 Running Shoes Review by Paul

Paul — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:14:46 +0000

Spelling correction… WEAR……not where.

Comment on New Balance 769 Running Shoes Review by Paul Waas

Paul Waas — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:10:20 +0000

I got these running shoes as a prize from a running store. I was “fitted” with a size 11.5,D width when I normally where an 11. I have flat feet and a narrow foot. I ran all summer long training for a 5K. After my run in early September I developed “runners Knee”. My orthopedic Dr. looked at my shoes and said this model was the worst fit for my foot.
I have since switched to Saucony Pro Grid Paramount size 11.

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by zak curran

zak curran — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:16:22 +0000

i have had two pairs of nimbus 10s, both amazing. when i bought the nimbus 11s i thought they would be better but they are dreadful, i tried doing long runs but once i had run for 15 minutes my feet were burning and this has really affected my ability to do longer runs.

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by CaGirl

CaGirl — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:16:45 +0000

REALLY surprised by the negative feedback!! I’m 5′6″ 135 – so I don’t consider myself “heavy” at all – I run about 25 miles/wk and am training for my first 1/2 marathon. Before I always wore vasque trail runners as I preferred to run off road, and only about 2 months ago started training on the road for the race. I initially took my Vasques to the road, but after a few weeks was developing minor knee pain. Switched to the Nimbus 11 and so far have about 150 miles on them and I LOVE THIS SHOE!! So comfortable, true to size, VERY lightweight, good arch support, loads of shock absorption, and best of all – NO more knee pain!

None of the negative comments have mentioned what kind of shoe/runner they are. This is meant for a neutral runner so perhaps others needed a stability shoe, or a motion control?? At any rate, I this shoe works for me, but everyone’s foot is shaped differently. A good running store will evaluate your gate, make several suggestions, have you run in the shoes, then make a choice.

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by Long John

Long John — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 04:12:54 +0000

ALL ASICS RUNNERS THINK THEY KNOW EVERYTHING, VERY OVERRATED RUNNING SHOES GET OFF THE BANDWAGON MDF’S!!!!!!!

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by Rachael

Rachael — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 22:54:27 +0000

Just tried out these sneaks at the Boulder running store and LOVED them, unfotunately was not in the $80 budget that I had this weekend. After getting my gait evaluated and trying on a bunch of running shoes and getting evaluated I am going to save up for the week and spend the money on them. These running shoes were the only ones that gave me a steady gait.

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by Brian

Brian — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:20:37 +0000

I find concurrence with a lot of points about the Nimbus 11. I trained for and ran marathons in the Nimbus 9 and Nimbus 10 – no issues and happy feet. I bought the Nimbus 11 in the fall, did some short races and am training for an Ironman…HORRIBLE. I’ve developed blisters on my small toes from this shoe. I limit my runs in the Nimbus 11 pair to 5 miles, but still use because I blew $125 on them. The cushion in my mind is equal to the 10, but the shoe does feel lighter.

I’m trying to decide if going with the Cumulus 11 would help with the blisters that the Nimbus 11s have left for me…I’m very disappointed…Nimbus WAS a great shoe.

Comment on Nike Free 5.0 Running Shoes Review by nueban

nueban — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:58:55 +0000

I am an overpronator, and using nike free 5.0 for running almost every day for months already. They are good running shoes, very comfy but obviously not be made for overpronators.

Comment on Asics Gel Nimbus 11 Running Shoes Review by Mikki

Mikki — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 03:10:20 +0000

I don’t know what’s up with these comments because the 11’s are absolutely awesome. I too am a heavy female runner, 6′0; 202lbs. This is the best my shins and calves have ever felt after a run. For the first time in a long time, I can’t wait to get to the treadmill in the morning where I do most of my runs but I tried them outside on the running trail at the park and still felt great, not to mention the red white and charcoal look pretty snazzy.