Asics Gel Nimbus 13

Asics most cushy neutral daily trainer, the Asics Gel Nimbus Series, carries on its successful stories on to its latest incarnation, Asics Gel Nimbus 13. The ever soft and springy neutral trainer include a new gender specific Injected Solyte® (Women's models feature a lower density Injected Solyte® then Male's models) under the forefoot for much improved comfort and cushioning. (Updated Model : Asics Gel Nimbus 14)

MSRP : US$130
Weight : 11.5 oz / 326 gm
Predecessor : Gel Nimbus 12
Product Cycle : RY.2011.→DY.2012.June.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Open Mesh, Biomorphic Fit®, PHF®, Asymmetrical Lacing, Discrete Eyelets, ComforDry Sockliner, Solyte® 45 Last : Midsole : Solyte® Midsole, Injected Solyte®, Forefoot n Rearfoot Gel, Space Trusstic System, Guidance Line, IGS® : Outsole : AHAR, DuraSponge

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Recommended for neutral or underpronator runners who favor very cushy ride.

History : Gel Nimbus Series : Nimbus 13('11), Nimbus 12('10), Nimbus 11('09), Nimbus 10('08), Nimbus 9~1

AHAR, Heel : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

Asymmetrical Lacing : This set-up inimprove the ASICS Biomorphic Fit by creating a more anatomically correct lacing pattern. The asymmetrical lacing design is configured to wrap across the top of the vamp, creating a more open forefoot environment.

Biomorphic Fit : Provides enhanced upper fit and comfort while decreasing potential for irritation.

ComforDry Sockliner : Made from an anti-bacterial material that not only reduces odor and moisture but also provides additional cushioning.

Discrete Eyelets : Eyelets are independently placed to disburse lace tension and are designed to enhance comfort.

DuraSponge®, Forefoot : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel®, Forefoot n Rearfoot : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

Guidance Line® : A vertical flex groove component of IGS and is primarily articulated in the forefoot to improve gait efficiency.

I.G.S.® : Impact Guidance System : ASICS® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

Injected Solyte™, Forefoot : The advantage to injected Solyte® is a much more consistent density, ensuring that the desired softness is more ‘dialed in’ than standard compression molded mid-sole material. Injected Solyte® is also lighter than standard Solyte® contributing to the overall drop in weight. Women's models feature a lower density Injected Solyte® then Male's models.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customises itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™, Midsole : The advantage to injected Solyte® is a much more consistent density, ensuring that the desired softness is more ‘dialed in’ than standard compression molded midsole material. Injected Solyte® is also lighter than standard Solyte® contributing to the overall drop in weight.

Solyte™ 45 Last : Located on the full length of the shoe and has a low density to deliver the softest feel under the foot.

Space Trusstic System™ : The system works with the complex functions of the foot to facilitate Windlass Mechanics. Space Trusstic is new I.G.S. componentry and an evolution, if not revolution of our benchmark trusstic technology. The Space Trusstic system is not integrated within the EVA. Rather it is suspended below the midsole EVA forming a distinct pocket or space into which the EVA of the mid foot section of the shoe can distort. The result is that torsion stability of the shoe is maintained but pressure on the plantar facia is released enabling tension with the transition from foot flat to propulsion. This is designed to facilitate the all-important Windlass Mechanism. Space Trusstic is a natural extension of I.G.S. and an enhancement of Windlass Mechanics.