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Asics GEL-Cumulus VII

Asics GEL-Cumulus VII

Manufacturer: Asics
Price: $85
Reviewed in: Jun 2005 Shoe Guide
Average Reader Rating: 4.5 stars 4.3 stars (3 reviews)
Shoe Type: Neutral-Cushioned
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We Say: With this update, Asics has added more silicon GEL to the heel for impact protection as well as Twist GEL to the forefoot for a more efficient toe-off. The shoe retains the plastic Trusstic System, which helps with heel-to-toe transition, but Asics stripped away some of the plastic to reduce weight. The upper features smaller, more flexible overlays that will reduce blister risk. Recommended for runners looking for a cushioned ride who don't need much stability.

Wear Tester Reviews

Wear-Testers Say: "Despite all the flexibility and the squishy feel, I still got a stable ride." -Steve Ferrari, 48, San Diego

"The upper material is comfy and breathable, and there was plenty of room in the toebox." -Deidre Richardson, 56, Allentown

Wear Tester Reviews
Average Reader Rating:4.5 stars 4.3 stars (3 reviews)

4 stars 4 stars
Is 3rd time I have purchased same shoe far better than the last one more comfortable but shoe wears out at toe quickly I go thru a pair every 5mths and I only run 40k a week.
Submitted by: chicky, auckland, nz

4 stars 4 stars
This is a great shoe, however the support in the upper insole around the sesmoid bone of the big toe wore out very quickly and I ended up with tendonitis from running on pavement with a lack of support there. .
Submitted by: Kris, Carver, ma

4 stars 5 stars
It has taken me a while to find a shoe I like as much as this. Although this is a comfort sneaker I also feel it is quite stable. .
Submitted by: Kate, Providence, RI
Specifications
Gender: Female
Shoe Type: Neutral-Cushioned
Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12
Weight: 10 oz.
Essential Technology: Silicon GEL; Twist GEL
Foot Biomechanics: Neutral

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