Need new shoes, currently run in Nike frees, theyre alright but would like more support. Ive narrowed my search down to Brooks Ghost 5 or Asics Cumulus 15. Which one, and why? If you guys have any other suggestions (under $105) Id love to hear them.
Need new shoes, currently run in Nike frees, theyre alright but would like more support. Ive narrowed my search down to Brooks Ghost 5 or Asics Cumulus 15. Which one, and why? If you guys have any other suggestions (under $105) Id love to hear them.
I currently run in Ghost 5 and Cumulus 14 (not 15). Right now I prefer the Ghost. The toebox is larger and more comfortable. The foam in the midsole is softer than the foam + gel in the Asics, without feeling squishy. I've tried the Saucony Ride and found it "squishy" to give you a point of reference into what I mean.Both the Ghost and Cumulus are good shoes and, if you're looking for a neutral trainer with lots of cushion, you'll probably be happy with either one. I find the Asics a bit harder and "slappy" on the outsole, where the Ghost is softer. Also, the Ghost is a tiny bit lighter.By the way, neither one is a "support" shoe, and both of them are really different from the Nike Free, so try them out first.
Ghost 5 v Nimbus 14 wrote:
Need new shoes, currently run in Nike frees, theyre alright but would like more support. Ive narrowed my search down to Brooks Ghost 5 or Asics Cumulus 15. Which one, and why? If you guys have any other suggestions (under $105) Id love to hear them.
I have always had good luck in the Cumulus, just an overall quality shoe. I get mine on amazon mostly because it costs about the same and ships quick as heck.
The Ghost 5 are now on sale because the 6 is out. Most stores have them for about 90.00. It has more gel and cushion than the Cumulus. You could also pick up the Cumulus 14 for about 90.00 as well.
If they are even, I would go with Brooks. It's an American company.
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