{"id":45665,"date":"2024-03-26T05:03:38","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T09:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/?post_type=reviews_road&p=45665"},"modified":"2024-03-28T05:12:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T09:12:41","slug":"asics-gel-cumulus-26-review","status":"publish","type":"reviews_road","link":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/reviews\/road\/asics-gel-cumulus-26-review\/","title":"ASICS Gel Cumulus 26 Review","author":109,"featured_media":45668,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"brands":[48],"shoes_type":[234,781],"shoes_family":[685],"_stcr@_rolfkleinfeld@hotmail.com":null,"review_3_website_name":null,"test_trail":null,"_test_trail":null,"usd":null,"_usd":null,"aud":null,"_aud":null,"cad":null,"_cad":null,"gbp":null,"_gbp":null,"eur":null,"_eur":null,"shoe_brand":null,"_shoe_brand":null,"shoe_name":null,"pros":"3","cons":"3","verdict":"The Asics Gel-Cumulus 26 is a cushioned daily trainer that is an everyday shoe for most runners of all abilities. It has a great rocker ride that is both smooth and soft. The heel tab can rub the back of your ankle, though, which would definitely bother some people. ","weight":null,"heel":null,"toe":null,"heeldrop":null,"reccomended_for":null,"rrp":null,"review":null,"keywords":"ASICS Gel Cumulus 26, ASICS running shoes review, best ASICS running shoes, Cushioning running shoes,","description":"The Asics Gel-Cumulus 26 is a cushioned daily trainer that is an everyday shoe for most runners of all abilities. It has a great rocker ride that is both smooth and soft. The heel tab can rub the back of your ankle, though, which would definitely bother some people. 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Finally, the outsole was changed to a new Fluidride\u2122 technology that claims to enhance comfort and traction. \r\n\r\nThe changes in this shoe helps to distinguish it from both the Gel-Nimbus<\/a> and the Novablast<\/a> in the Asics lineup. \r\n\r\nThe Gel-Nimbus is definitely more plush<\/strong> feeling and has a greater outsole grip, which ultimately screams premium. \r\n\r\nThe Novablast is firmer and designed for faster runs.<\/strong> \r\n\r\nThe Gel-Cumulus tries to fit somewhere in between \u2013 attempting to give the runner something that has soft cushion but enough of a ride to help with those uptempo efforts. \r\n\r\nThe Cumulus shares a similar midsole and tongue while the rocker technology is what helps the slightly more uptempo efforts. \r\n","introduction_text":null,"conclusions":"Overall, the Cumulus 26 is a very good daily trainer that allows for some uptempo efforts. \r\n\r\nFor all levels of runners, I can see this shoe being a great trainer for marathon and half marathon training<\/strong> as it allows for some of those uptempo efforts while still staying true to the daily, easy miles. \r\n\r\nFor those concentrating on 5k-10k distances, this is a great daily miles trainer. \r\n\r\nAt the $140 price point, I think it is a fair price to pay for daily trainer that will log a good amount of miles at various paces. 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Beginner runners will love this shoe as an all-around shoe that can provide great cushion and a smooth ride<\/strong>. Intermediate to advanced runners will likely use this for easy and long run days. Most runners will be able to use this for some uptempo days \u2013 think marathon paced runs. ","_who_should_buy_it":"field_63132fa733767","who_should_not_buy_it_":"If you have had issues with a high heel tab, then this shoe will likely rub on your ankles. If you\u2019re looking for a highly durable shoe, I\u2019m not sure this shoe will last given the outsole. ","_who_should_not_buy_it_":"field_63132ff0865f5","build_quality":"8","_build_quality":"field_6272ddc1b33de","comfort":"10","_comfort":"field_6272dd6fa6b88","value_price":"9","_value_price":"field_6272de0a5fdf4","third_shoe":"44524","_third_shoe":"field_630bbf8341294","upper_rate":"8","_upper_rate":"field_6272de2a5fdfb","sole_unit_rate":"10","_sole_unit_rate":"field_6272de295fdfa","landing":"8","_landing":"field_6272de285fdf9","transition":"9","_transition":"field_6272de285fdf8","toe_off":"8","_toe_off":"field_6272de275fdf7","traction":"8","_traction":"field_6272de265fdf6","first_impressions":"[caption id=\"attachment_45675\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhen I first opened this box, I was impressed by the colorway and stylistic design of the shoe overall. It just looked sleek and comfortable. \r\n\r\nIt felt lightweight in my hands and all the above was confirmed when I first put it on my feet. My first run in the shoe was an easy recovery run. \r\n\r\nThis shoe didn\u2019t have all the soft cushion I wanted in a recovery run but I could feel the rocker technology propel me forward on a day that I didn\u2019t have any propulsion my own. It was very nice<\/strong>. \r\n\r\nMy next run was a long run. Again, it felt like I was gliding. There is an energy return to this shoe but it\u2019s not as pronounced as I thought the Gel-Nimbus was. \r\n\r\nThe upper of the shoe felt great but I wasn\u2019t impressed with the tongue. I had to get used to tucking it under so it was flush against my ankle.\r\n","_first_impressions":"field_6313304ba000e","sole_unit":"[caption id=\"attachment_45674\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\nSimilar to the Gel-Nimbus, the midsole unit is made of two major parts: the PureGel\u2122 in the heel surrounded by the FF Blast\u2122 PLUS ECO foam. \r\n\r\nFor those that are Eco-conscious, the development of the FF Blast\u2122 foam helps reduce the shoe\u2019s carbon footprint by 25%. \r\n\r\nThe heel drop is 8mm, with a height of about 38.5mm in the heel and 30mm in the forefoot. It\u2019s a lower stack height than the Gel-Nimbus and it\u2019s quite noticeable. The rocker technology in this shoe is noticeable as well. \r\n\r\nThe sockliner is very soft and makes your foot feel like it\u2019s wrapped. \r\n\r\nOne upgrade in this version compared to Cumulus 25<\/a> is the Fluidride\u2122 outsole. \r\n\r\nIt helps the shoe feel lighter and supports the transition from heel to toe very well. I have seen a good amount of wear and tear, though, after about 60 miles on the shoes. \r\n\r\nI don\u2019t think this will be as durable as some other shoes with different outsole rubber but it likely fits in line with most daily trainers. \r\n\r\nThe grip was ok on wet surfaces and gravel surfaces. I generally will keep this shoe to dry, smooth roads only and look for other shoes if I know I will be on some grass, gravel, or wet roads. \r\n","_sole_unit":"field_6313305d53bc4","custom_fields":{"model":"Gel Cumulus 26","cons":[{"cons_line":"Heel tab can rub on ankle"},{"cons_line":"Durability concerns"},{"cons_line":"Traction"}],"pros":[{"pro_line":"Rocker leads to smooth ride"},{"pro_line":"Lightweight"},{"pro_line":"Can be used for uptempo runs"}],"vote":"8","weight_oz":"8.9","heel_drop_mm":"8","heel_mm":"34","toe_mm":"42","purchased_from_name":"Running Warehouse","purchased_from_url":"https:\/\/www.runningwarehouse.com\/ASICS_Gel_Cumulus_26\/descpage-A26CM03.html?from=guru","comfort":"10","build_quality":"8","upper_rate":"8","sole_unit_rate":"10","landing":"8","transition":"9","toe_off":"8","traction":"8","durability":"8","value_price":"9","who_is_it_for":"If you\u2019re looking for a shoe that can handle most types of runs, this is a great shoe. Beginner runners will love this shoe as an all-around shoe that can provide great cushion and a smooth ride. Intermediate to advanced runners will likely use this for easy and long run days. Most runners will be able to use this for some uptempo days \u2013 think marathon paced runs. ","verdict":"The Asics Gel-Cumulus 26 is a cushioned daily trainer that is an everyday shoe for most runners of all abilities. It has a great rocker ride that is both smooth and soft. The heel tab can rub the back of your ankle, though, which would definitely bother some people. ","who_should_buy_it":"

If you\u2019re looking for a shoe that can handle most types of runs, this is a great shoe. Beginner runners will love this shoe as an all-around shoe that can provide great cushion and a smooth ride<\/strong>. Intermediate to advanced runners will likely use this for easy and long run days. Most runners will be able to use this for some uptempo days \u2013 think marathon paced runs. <\/p>\n","who_should_not_buy_it_":"

If you have had issues with a high heel tab, then this shoe will likely rub on your ankles. If you\u2019re looking for a highly durable shoe, I\u2019m not sure this shoe will last given the outsole. <\/p>\n","introduction":"

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