Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Nimbus® 9

Galactic Sneakers - A few ladies asked me if my shoes were silver or gold plated! A coworker said they looked like I could blast off into outer space in these sneakers. I love them because the brown mesh doesn't show dirt at all.

Great if you run on the outside of your feet - I oversupinate when I run (run on the outside of my feet). This shoe offers a gentle correction. Light, and offers wide sizes.

I'm going to miss the Gel-Nimbus 9!!! After trying on a multitude of shoes (thanks Zappos for continually mailing me shoes!). I FINALLY found happy feet with these shoes. I have a wide forefoot with “squared off” toes, a high arch, and a narrow heel and I have trouble finding shoes that fit all parts of my foot well. These do! Interestingly enough, I have a pair in a size 9 and a pair in a size 9 wide, and they look/fit EXACTLY the same. At any rate, I'm VERY sad that this style is discontinued. I tried the Gel-Nimbus 10 and HATED them - they rubbed my pinky toe because the toe box isn't as full as the Gel-Nimbus 9. The only complaint I have about these shoes is that when I walk on gravel, the soles of these shoes feel a bit slippery when I try to get traction. I figure it just helps build my core muscles!

Asics NIMBUS - Asics Nimbus are the only running shoes for me! I went to a running store in 2001 to have professional advice on what fit my troubled feet. The Nimbus was unbelievable! I wore them the next day and ran a 10 miler. My feet felt great! Since then, it's the only running shoe I would consider with my feet. I am a believer! You won't regret this purchase! The shoe tends to run small-I buy a 1/2 size bigger than my regular shoe size to fit my orthotics comfortably.

I have suffered from shin splints all of my running career. I have high arches and whenever I would tell salespeople at shoe stores, they would put me in some kind of motion control shoe, which would be fine for low miles. But invariably my shin splints would come back after longer runs. I finally found some info on the web that said if you have high arches you shouldn't wear motion control, you should go for the most cushioning you can stand and just let your feet have a bit of play in your stride. So I got the Nimbus 9 because it was the most cushioning I could get on my foot for under a hundred bucks. These shoes are like running on pillows. So far, two long runs and no shin splints. The shoes are loud, especially the white/gold ones, which seem to be the way of high end running shoes these days. It's a bit embarrassing actually. If Asics would put out something as understated and cool looking as their trail shoes with this cushioning system it would be huge, I think. The extra cushioning does come with a bit of extra weight, but this is a plus in a training shoe, I think. It may make you a bit stronger and faster for your racing flats.

These shoes are great. Attractive with a gold stripe on white; and extremely comfortable.

Fantastic Shoe!!! I purchased this shoe for workouts. I have always worn New Balance in the past, but they discontinued my style and I couldn't find a suitable replacement. This shoe is fantastic. I wear it for spinning, weights, and aerobic classes. The shoe is very supportive especially around ankles-yet padded enough for comfort. The shoe is lightweight and has adequate webbing so foot can get air. The size was perfect-order your regular shoe size. The style is attractive (gold color). I liked so much I ordered an extra pair for a back-up, which I only do when I love a shoe. Worth the money!! As always, the service from Zappos was terrific!

Finally a perfect running shoe! Perfect fitting running shoe! Definitely worth the money. After a few wears I feel like the shoe is molded to the shape of my foot. Thanks Zappos!

The BEST sneaker! These are the best sneakers I have ever worn! The style along with comfort and light weight make walking in these a great pleasure! I will always purchase ASICS in the future. Thank you, Zappos, for your quick and easy ordering and delivery process!

Nice run! These shoes are the best running shoes I have ever purchased. Recently, I got back into running and these shoes provide the support I need as well as breathability and comfort. They can be worn for long periods of time without any discomfort. These are some of the first sneakers that I have worn that didn't get removed the second I walk through the door and relax. Also, I am a type 1 diabetic and they provide all of the protection my feet need and do not cause any blisters or support concerns.

Best running shoe - This shoe has the comfort and support you want.

So comfortable - I planned on starting to go walking nightly and my old New Balance shoes were hurting my feet. A friend of mine noticed how all my shoes seemed to wear a certain way so she told me about these Asics and how they help correct people who "pro-nate". These are the most comfy shoes I own. I swore I'd only wear them to exercise and not for things like yardwork, but they're so comfortable I wear them 95% of the time. The questionnaire asks if you could fit orthotics in this shoe. I have no idea as I don't use orthotics.

Nimbus 9 - Great Shoes--Keep on buying them, Zappos Customers! It is more cushioned than the VIII and it gives me more space for my heel and toes.

Asics Rocks! This is the best shoe I have worn since the Nimbus 7-- but I had hated the Nimbus 8, so when this one came out, I gave it a go at Peak Performance and they did not have it. So I tried an online search and Zappos had it. I have 3 pairs of the Nimbus 7,and 2 pairs of the Nimbus 9.I am a dedicated Asics fan also.

Coolest Asics - Asics Gel nimbus 9 works for me because I tend to underpronate a lot, and they are cool looking and work just as well!!!!!

Nimbus 9 - I love this shoe! I have been wearing the Nimbus for years. I have a slightly narrow foot, but like extra room in the toe box, and these are perfect. They are also very light weight. This shoe, just like its predecessors, does run 1/2 size small. I am always a size 9 - I made the mistake of ordering my true size and have to return them for a 9 1/2. I can't wait until they come back!

Worth the money - These shoes are specifically for my Plantar Fasciits...which is severe heel pain. I put these on before stepping out of bed in the morning, before I get my kids out of their cribs, and my pain almost goes away. I can't walk flat footed, so I am in these all day long chasing my kids around the house. I also wear them on the treadmill about 35 minutes per day. Very comfortable. They hold your heal in place. They are designed so your foot won't over pronate when you walk. I took out the inserts that came with them and put in my orthotics. I am sure they are still comfortable without the orthotics. I will always believe Asics are the BEST. I am someone who has had every kind of athletic shoe there is. These are the best.

Not just for running - This is my second pair of Nimbus shoes and I wear them for Jazzercise every day. They have great cushioning in the forefoot and can take a pounding. The heel set is perfect too. They provide better stability than most of the other "dance" shoes I have tried. I love that they are so light weight and your feet stay cool. I ordered 1/2 size up from my street shoes and the fit was perfect right out of the box. No break in period for me.

Perfect Shoe!! I have another pair of Asics running shoes (Style: Gel-2130) and I love them. They are perfect for cardio, aerobics and overall gym use, however I have an old injury to both my right knee & ankle. Those shoes just didn't work on the treadmill and so I did research on lots of shoes and found the Gel-Nimbus 9. These Shoes set my foot perfectly for each step I take, have great cushioning for running impact, and fit my feet exactly the second I put them on. Plus, they keep my knee & ankle from becoming sore/hurt. I highly recommend them to everyone!!

Greatest running shoe ever - This is my second pair of Nimbus 9s. I was afraid they would change something about them so I bought another pair. The toe box has lots of room for toes to stretch out. They are light weight and built for running. This is the best running shoe I've had in 20 years. Have already recommended them to running friends and we all have multiple pair now.

I love the Nimbus!! I love my new ASICS Nimbus running shoes! I previously have bought the Gel Kayano's and by reading the description of the Nimbus (more heel cushion), I felt that they may be better for me and I was right. I ordered the same size--7.5 and they fit perfect. I have started training for a marathon in them. In fact, I'm sure I'll be buying a few more pairs this summer. I love that Zappos has different colors than the stores around here and the shoes came so fast! I think the price is very competitive with stores, considering tax and gas prices. If you are a runner, try these shoes!

I love the wider toe box and mesh upper. It gives my toes and forefoot the extra room it needs when it strikes the treadmill. Very comfortable, but if you like to feel a lot of cushion under your feet you may not like this shoe.

Great Shoe! I have always worn the Asics DS Trainer but this is a good and slightly more cushioned training shoe, and not heavy at all as I expected it to be.

Heeled my knee pain - This is a top class running shoe...as it should be, for the price range. Even though I have been wearing Asics running shoes for years, I don't often get the top of the line model, since I don't do "high mileage" any more. This time, I decided to treat myself, and I'm glad I did. I am running in comfort once again.

Great fit, lightweight, comfortable - My first pair of Asics. I exercise every day and I love the shoe. Great support. I wear a wide yet have a narrow heel and this shoe accommodates both.