ASICS Gel Nimbus 22 Review

By now I'm sure all of you know I love ASICS running shoes. We all find a brand that just GETS US and understands what we need! ASICS is that for me & could be for you too!


I am a neutral shoe runner. I'm flat footed, run predominately on my toes, and my ankles cave in when I run.
With all that being said, when I got fitted for shoes a few years ago because I wanted to attempt to branch out - I was fitted for a competitor brand that was suppose to support my running gait! They felt awesome and comfy for the first few weeks & then BOOM: constant hip and hamstring pain that I just could not get rid of. FOR MONTHS! My last resort was to just buy my older model ASICS Gel Cumulus on Amazon and give them a try again.... Well yes you probably guessed correctly- all my pain and discomfort went away.
So for those who think maybe "running shoes cant really be that important"- THEY ARE.
Although my experience for getting fitted for running shoes went south, I still suggest it for others (especially beginners) who have no idea where to even begin. Buying running shoes can be quite overwhelming for some. I like to think my experience is just one of those skewed outliers on the data screen. Some running shoe stores even offer returns after you've ran in them so I would highly suggest asking about that at whichever running store you choose to get fitted!

Ok so back to the Gel Nimbus 22's. A neutral shoe (yaayy!) & comparable to the Cumulus and GT 2000 8 . I literally switch between the 3 models and have ZERO problems adjusting with each run. They are beyond comfy, true to size, and packed with flyte foam teachnology for both comfort & efficient performance. You can read about my Cumulus 21 & GT 2000 8 reviews on my blog as well!

Product Features


  • FlyteFoam® Propel Technology
    ASICS energetic foam formulation that provides supreme bounce thanks to a unique elastomer compound.
  • Trusstic System® technology
    Reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe.
  • AHAR® Outsole
    Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
  • Guidance Line® Midsole Technology
    Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency.
  • FlyteFoam® Lyte Technology
    ASICS lightest weight midsole formulation that provides continuous cushion thanks to organic nano fibers.
  • Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL® Technology Cushioning System
    Attenuates shock during impact and toe-off phases, and allows movement in multiple planes as the foot transitions through the gait cycle.
  • I.G.S® (Impact Guidance System) Technology
    ASICS design philosophy that employs linked componentry to enhance the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe-off.



  • Engineered Mesh Upper
    Multi-directional mesh material improves ventilation and stability.
  • SpevaFoam™ 45 Lasting
    Employs 45 degree full length SpevaFoam™ 45 lasting material for a soft platform feel and improved comfort.






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