ASICS Women's Gel-Cumulus 22 Tokyo Running Shoes Review

Okay, I just got these today, but it was perfect timing. I wanted them for archery and we were just getting ready to go to the range. I put them on and off we went. Now, they were a bit difficult to get on the firs time, because I had to adjust the shoelaces for my high arch. But that's exactly why I bought this particular shoe- for its arch support. I ended up with almost not enough shoestring to tie them, but I managed. Spent a couple of hours shooting, then we went shopping and out to lunch. So I did a fair amount of walking in them even if it was the first day. I am almost certain I am going to love these long-term. The first hurdle was, after being on my feet for a couple of hours, then getting in the truck, and getting on my feet again - the tops of my feet did not hurt. Last weekend in my Nikes, my feet were killing me in this same scenario. When we got home just now I took them off and the tops of my feet still do not hurt. This is a godsend for me, and I will be wearing these to work as well as for archery, I'm pretty certain. They look nice and plenty of room in the toe area, which was important to me. I ordered a size 9, my normal size, and they fit fine. I wore a normal sock, not heavy duty, with them.

I never buy shoes online without trying them somewhere first, because I am hard to fit and picky! But I needed these (old shoes were discontinued and unavailable) and the current situation prevented me from going to a store. I read many reviews to try to figure out the right brand, model, and size, including pro reviewers as well as regular customers. This design is very good for neutral or slightly supinating (under-pronating) runners, offering good cushioning and just enough support to discourage an off-balance stance. My feet are wide in front, narrow in back. I also like plenty of vertical room in the toebox. The fabric seems sturdy but flexible and stretchy. This shoe provides both width and decent height in front, with a light internal reinforcement that lifts the fabric at the toe. Gel and cushion seem ample in back and adequate in front, not a supersoft ride but not at all jarring. Flexible soles with enough grip to handle different paved and unpaved surfaces made my first excursion very good. I mix walking and running, and it seemed to work for me at both paces. Regarding fit: I wear women's US 8.5M in most sports shoes, 8 in dress shoes. The 8.5M is absolutely the right size for me, with room for socks. I would say it is a true fit, but because of the generous toe area and the flexible fabric, it feels more spacious than narrower-cut shoes of the same size. Because of my thin ankles and narrow heel, I use the last lacing hole to snug it up. I am delighted they are working out so well for me.

I ordered these shoes on Fri. Oct. 16, 2020. Amazon says that I will get them by the 20th. Good I thought, I was out of town when I ordered but I would be home by the 18th. Monday night on Oct. 19th, the night before they are to arrive I check the tracking information to see where they are. Wow! Keep in Mind I live a little North of the Dallas/Fort Worth area: My shoes left Ohio late Sunday, by early Monday they were in Houston TX, then went on to Humble, TX, then BACK to Ohio. Come Tuesday Oct. 20th,(delivery day) I get an email saying they will be delayed and to expect them Oct. 21-22, 2020. These are Wide Asics, you know the ones that are never in the stores. Stores only carry ugly wide shoes if you are lucky to find that. They promise I can get a refund or replacement, so, we shall see. 1 star rating until I actually get the shoes.Update on Oct 21st, 2020: My Wide Asics arrived and they fit! What a difference a little extra room in the toe box makes! I went out on my 3 mile walk wearing them and my toes did not hurt when I got back from my walk. So glad I took a chance on them. They look real nice too. They are a Neutral support shoe so I added a little orthotic insert and I went out for my walk. If you need to add a custom pair of orthotics, they will fit in these shoes. I only wish they had more choices in Wide. Now I will give it a 5 star rating.*

I wear running shoes while working on concrete. I have planters fasciitis and flat feet. I have tried numerous different shoes and brands spending well over $100 on each pair. My first pair of the gel-cumulus were the 19’s. They worked! Not nearly as much pain and everyday they felt better. I have worn them for about a1 1/2 now and felt it was time for a new pair. I got the 22’s. At first, they were a bit tight in the toe area but I feel they have stretched out a bit.I will add, I feel they have shortened the length of the shoestrings. If I loosen the strings I can’t tie them very well.

I tend to have back issues so finding a shoe that helps alleviate that pain is important. This shoe is perfect for exactly that. I have to be on my feet all day while at work and these shoes are amazing. They are lightweight, supportive and very comfortable. I usually wear a size 6.5(US) but bought a size 7, so I didn't have to worry about them being tight or whatnot.... very happy I got the size 7, as they fit perfectly.

The shoes are pretty in appearance. Lightweight. I have not tested whether they are waterproof yet, but hoping they serve well. The only thing I would note is that they run small in sizing. I usually wear a 7 or 7.5, but after reading the reviews decided to order an 8. I'm glad I did because they fit just right, but are snug. If I had gone with my usual sizing, they would have been too small for sure.

Due to plantar fasciitis, I replaced the sole with orthopedic inserts. The are the most comfortable shoes I own.

I love asics. It seems like every time I buy a pair, the quality improves.These were so comfy from the first moment I put them on.I love running around, doing errands, in them. I have received complements on the look.Mostly, they are amazing to run in. I run at least 3 times a week.They are holding up very nicely!!