Product Review: ASICS Cumulus-11
This is the third installment of my running product reviews. Last time
I said I'd discuss my "current running shoe" but my again I'm a liar.
I'm still going to discuss the ASICS Cumulus-11, but it
is no longer my current running shoe.
I purchased the Cumulus-11 based on my love of the Cumulus-10, without
really trying them. This turned out to be a mistake. The Cumulus-11 is a
fine update to the Cumulus-10; however, the changes are better for some
runners than others.
The heel of the Cumulus-11 is noticeably firmer than that of the 10.
Because of this change, I no longer get adequate compression and
cushioning from these shoes. These shoes are not as firm as the Tailwinds
previously reviewed either and are closer to the Cumulus-10 than to the
Tailwinds. I never had the feeling of running in clogs with the
Cumulus-11, but they were firm enough that old injuries were aggravated.
The Cumulus-11 is still on store shelves (at least it was at Fleet Feet
this past weekend) and should also be available on-line through
retailers such as EastBay. I recommend this shoe to a runner who liked
the feel of the Cumulus-10 but had issues with it being too soft.
Next time, we'll discuss my current running shoe, the Nike Vomero+ 4. No
really, I have three pairs of these to burn through, I'll be using them
for a while.
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