| | |  | ASICS | Home » » ASICS Men's GEL-Nimbus 11 Running Shoe | | | | | | Colors: | | | | | Description: | | Asics improves upon cushioning and stability with the Gel-Nimbus 11 runners.
- Biomorphic Fit(R) synthetic and mesh upper
- Asymmetrical lacing, padded collar and mesh tongue
- Textile lining and cushioning insole
- I.G.S.(R) Impact Guidance System
- Shock-absorbing GEL(R) cushioning Solyte(R) midsole
- Midfoot Space Trusstic Sytem(R)
- Durable rubber traction outsole with AHAR(R) heel cushioning
| | | Features: | |
• Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.) enhances the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe-off
• Solyte midsole material is lighter than ASICS' standard EVA and SpEVA, combined with improved cushioning and durability
• Space Trusstic System creates a pocket between the Trusstic System device and the midsole, allowing for greater midsole deformation and more efficient foot function
• Biomorphic fit upper provides a superior fit and function
• Asymmetrical lacing design enhances upper fit and comfort while minimizing the potential for irritation
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 11.6 inches | | Product Width:
| 7.1 inches | | Product Height:
| 4.4 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 14.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 5.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 5.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 55 reviews |
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80 of 89 found the following review helpful:
 Good Improvements On One of Asics Franchise Running ShoesApr 25, 2009
By Rugger Burke
For background, I am an average runner that runs three to six miles several days a week - 2/3rds of the time on a treadmill and 1/3 of the time outside. Some seasons I kick up the miles for a marathon, but in general running is part of a cross training program. I have traditionally, oscillated between New Balance and Asics, but flirted with other brands.
Asics makes excellent running shoes in general, but at the high end of their range the Kayano and the Nimbus are standouts. Kayanos are best suited for "neutral" runners who have a perfect step and gate. The Nimbus are a bit more forgiving for those of us who run on the outer edge of one or both of our feet. I fall into this category, in that my shoes show wear on the outer edge of one of my heals. Having run in both the Kayano and the Nimbus, I would give the nod to the Nimbus as it provides a little more "support." (Note - they provide support for running, but next to no lateral support necessary in other sports such as basketball. They are best for running or spending time on your feet all day.)
This is the eleventh (or XI) version of the Nimbus. In theory each iteration would get progressively better, but that has not always been true. Version ten (X) was a bit less cushioned and slightly heavier than nine (IX). That has been cured with this latest model. It is softer and lighter (purportedly by an ounce, which sounds silly unless you run). It breathes a bit better as well.
For the fashionable crowd, the colors are much better in person than shown on the website. The black / graphite version in particular is a nice addition to the traditional white / blue color combo. For those new to Asics, the one downside of all of the Asic's shoes is they have lots of textures and grooves in the foam / rubber areas that pick up dirt easily, but they are "running" shoes so buy something else for street shoes.
One other comparison of note is that Nike's competitor, the Vomero, has improved as well and is close, but not quite as good. They have a slightly wider toe box and feel softer at the ball of the foot out of the box, but the softness translates to a slight dissipation of energy. Ok, for the casual runner, but not for higher mileage - like running in soft sand.
Two niggles that bother me with running shoes at this level that are worth mentioning: (1) the insoles are pathetic and (2) they are made in China. I find it irritating that you spend more than $120 for a pair of shoes and the insole is barely better than cardboard. Second, I always feel a slight pang that anything made in China is made under suspect circumstances. But all running shoes (save for a few New Balance models) suffer from these issues, so I am not deducting a star for this.
In summary, if you like the Asics feel, you will be pleased with this latest Nimbus. It is a worthy successor to the heritage.
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
This shoe keeps getting betterJul 27, 2009
By music freak
I have always been a Nike person... always buying Nike from when I was a teenager. I started doing some research when I started running about 2 years ago and bought my first pair of the Asics Nimbus Gel 10 and have never looked back. The shoes were so comfortable when fitted properly with a proper pair of socks. Now comes the Nimbus 11 and I debated on whether to purchase them or not and I'm glad I did. The shoe just fits better... the shoe is more stable (keeps the foot) from rocking on its side, not that the 10's were bad but it's just kicked up to another level. The shoe laces as well, are nicer, meaning that they hold tight when you tie them and don't come loose. Your foot feels firmly planted on the ground without some of the fatigue that you feel with other shoes.
It's funny how people will spend money on things that don't improve running or comfort but yet when you suggest to them to try out a good pair of shoes and they baulk at a shoe that is in that price range. For me its money well spent not only to improve your running but to also help you protect your knees and back from injury.
Asics keep up the awesome work on making a great shoe even better!
16 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 Great shoe, but better than Nimbus 10?Jun 07, 2009
By D. Kanigan
Like the golfer looking for a better wedge and not finding it, I bought these shoes (and every new Asics model that comes out)...fully expecting some technological design edge which will hydroplane me effortlessly across 5-10 more miles a week. Asics builds a great shoe (the best) but this shoe certainly didn't leapfrog the Nimbus 10 shoe in form or function. Here's my side-by-side comparison:
* Light Weight. Weight is the same for both the Nimbus 10 and 11 (12.4 oz).
* Toe-box is far roomier (too much?) in the N-11 than the 10. I prefer a tighter fit.
* Sizing in the N-11 is closer to shoe size than the N-10 which seemed to be 1/2 size smaller.
* Heel was more form fitting in the N-10.
* Offset lacing in the N-10 resulted in a tighter fit.
* Cushioning in both shoes is excellent from heel to toe. The N-11 is less "squishier" than the N-10 which is well cushioned but resulted in a firmer ride.
* I much preferred the traditional design/look of the N-11 over the N-10.
Nothing beats an Asics however, bottom line for me - the N-10 has the edge over the N-11 with its better fit from heel to toe. And with retailers looking to clear out the model, the $50 savings is notable.
14 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 Disappointed Nimbus LoverMar 08, 2010
By Jaime Gumm
I have been an Asics fan and customer ever since I started running more seriously, about 10 years, and 18 marathons ago. I appreciated the perfect fit, and the ultimate in cushioning, first in Cumulus, then in Nimbus.
I couldn't imagine wearing another brand of running shoe, and the odd experiment with Nike, Brooks, Reebok, New Balance, etc. only confirmed my belief that Asics was, and always would be, my shoe. Recently, I bought two pairs of Nimbus 11's, intending to rotate usage.
The first time I wore them, on a short (6 mile) run, a little internal nubbin created by the sewing joining two pieces of the shoe lined up directly over the first knuckle of my big toe (or, if you prefer, the tibial sesamoid of my first metatarsal). It rubbed a nice circular hole through the skin which bled all over my socks. A fluke I thought. I put on a Band-Aid, and tried again; different socks, tighter lacing; the other new pair -- each time the skin opened up at the same spot. Asymmetrical lacing may be a fine idea, but for me, it creates a rubbed spot exactly where I don't need one (actually, that would be anywhere on the foot, but an area where skin stretches over the bone
is particularly bad). My Nimbus 10's also had asymmetrical lacing, but for some reason, did not have that little nubbin the elevens do. My foot is a little wide, but otherwise not unusual. I still love Asics, but I'm doing the mail-order thing to find a couple pairs of Nimbus 10's.
Moral: Poke your finger in your new Nimbus 11's before you buy, and if you feel a little bump over the tibial sesamoid, ask your Salesperson about the return policy.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
The only shoe you'll ever need.Oct 14, 2009
By Luis A. Almaguer
I've always had problems with running shoes. I have flat and wide feet so no matter what type of shoes I bought it always hurts when I run. I have spent thousands of Dollars trying to find a pair of shoes that I could run longer than two miles with but to no avail. I bough this shoes because a friend of mine suggested them to me and told me that my search was over, that this was going to be the only pair of shoes that I would ever need. And he was right, I run double the distance that I used to run now because it is so nice to run with out any pain and I have even dropped 1 1/2 minutes form my 5K running time. I've had this shoes for over three month now and they just keep getting better. I even bough an extra two pairs. I've recommend this shoes to some of my friends who have normal feet and they love them just as much as I do. I actually never write reviews because I always thought that they are a waste of time but this product is worth it. In my opinion, this shoes are a great buy.
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