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Women's ASICS® GEL-NIMBUS® 15 :: Feel like you're floating on Cloud 9 when you fly effortlessly through your run in the amazing cushioning and lightweight comfort of the women's ASICS® GEL-Nimbus® 15. Coast in maximum comfort courtesy of this running shoe's new FluidRide midsole construction that offers a bouncy, responsive ride and the most GEL cushioning ever in the GEL-Nimbus® series. You'll be pleased with your perfect fit provided by the new ASICS® FluidFit upper that offers both stretch mesh and improved breathability. Plus, you're sure to start a long-term relationship with these snazzy shoes thanks to the new reinforced vamp that weightlessly revs up the durability. 9.4 ounces

Category Type:

NEUTRAL+ [?]
If you have a high arch, are a high-mileage runner, or want the maximum amount of cushioning, Neutral+ is your shoe style. Enjoy a smooth ride with enhanced cushioning and reduced impact with improved shock absorption. If pronation is not a problem then choose Neutral+ shoes. When choosing running shoes, find your perfect fit using this chart. Category types are based on factors like arch height, running habits and body frame.

Features & Benefits:

  • Guidance Line: Enhanced gait efficiency
  • Heel Clutching System: Improved support and heel fitting environment
  • Discrete eyelets: Disburse lace tension, creating a customized fitting environment
  • ComforDry Sockliner: Provides cushioning performance and anti-odor properties for a cooler, drier, healthier environment
  • Impact Guidance System: Enhances the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe-off
  • Guidance Trusstic System
  • FluidRide
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Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe
 
4.5

(based on 46 reviews)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (38)
  • Cushions impact (37)
  • Breathable (27)
  • Arch support (22)
  • Lightweight (22)

Cons

  • Heavy (3)
  • Poor cushioning (3)
  • Uncomfortable (3)

Best Uses

  • Road running (22)
  • Pavement (5)
  • Gym (4)
  • Walking (4)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      77% 

      (34 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      89% 

      (39 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (28), High arch (11)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (16), Gym rat (15), Casual/ recreational (10)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (42)

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5.0

I keep coming back to ASICS

By kgkandel

from Lk Hopatcong, NJ

About Me Avid Athlete

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact
  • Good Arch Support
  • Great Cushion And Support

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Endurance Training

    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

    I have metatarsalagia and morton's neuroma. I wear these shoes to run between 20-25 miles per week. They provide support and cushion and have a roomy toebox. Perfection!

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width
    • Arch Type:
    • Average Arch
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    4.0

    Best Nimbus so far

    By Adels

    from Brisbane, QLD, Australia

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Road Running

      Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

      Toebox is slightly larger than the older models.
      I liked the asymetrical lacing....waiting for Asics to bring that back.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Arch Type:
      • Average Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      5.0

      Absolutely Perfect!

      By InFlight

      from Silver Spring, MD

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Durable
      • Fast
      • Good Arch Support
      • Good Traction
      • Great Shoe For Running On
      • Lightweight
      • Pronation Control

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Gym

        Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

        Great shoe for running on treadmill and running on pavement or track. Thank you, Asics, for the
        positive improvements you have made to this shoe.
        I am a happy runner.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • High Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        LOVE THE 15

        By bran

        from Tustin, CA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Durable
        • Good Arch Support
        • Good Traction
        • Great with Jeans
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • With Orthotics/Inserts

          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

          I've been wearing the Nimbus for many years and wasn't really impressed with the 14 but the 15 seems a lot better!

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • High Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          3.0

          Wish they had worked out.

          By EAW

          from Mississippi

          About Me Gym Rat

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Cushions Impact

          Cons

          • Uncomfortable

          Best Uses

          • Road Running

          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

          I wish these had fit me better, because they were marshmallow-cushiony, which I enjoy. Unfortunately, they slipped around on my heel.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels too wide
          • Arch Type:
          • Average Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          I only run in Asics Gel Nimbus

          By Allison

          from Utah

          About Me Gym Rat

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Cushions Impact
          • Durable
          • Good Arch Support
          • Good Traction
          • Great with Jeans
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

            this is my 8th pair of Gel Nimbus. They are so comfortable and give me great support.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            GREAT Neutral + shoe

            By Sleepless in Wilson

            from Wilson, NC

            About Me Rarely Work Out

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Cushions Impact
            • Durable
            • Good Arch Support

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Walking

              Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

              I purchased these for my mom who is a workaholic & rarely exercises...so, she has NEVER had the pleasure of experiencing a descent athletic shoe...she would always purchase sneakers without my dad or me (my dad was an avid runner turned swimmer & I'm a runner), so she'd purchase whatever was on sale & made her foot look smaller (size 10). So, since she is having KNEE REPLACEMENT surgery next week, it was paramount that she get a great shoe that would decrease her underpronation (her feet roll outward due in part to high arches). I confess I used - um - another website to order her shoes &, without realizing it, I purchased a stability+ shoe & her feet were so slanted, it looked like her feet were attempting to roll out of the sides of her shoes . . . I learned my lesson & turned to my home base for running shoes...RSS. I used the RSS "shoe dog" to sniff out that she needed a neutral+ shoe & selected this asics shoe and the brooks glycerine in WIDE width . . . both were too short on her foot (ordered 1/2 size larger than normal per the info on the website) & will return to get a size 11 (full size larger than normal), but OMG she could not believe that a shoe could be so comfortable & supportive even though her big toe was mashed up against the tip - just by looking at her walking, it was obvious that her foot did not roll out when stepping (neutralized that overpronation problem she always has in flat casual shoes). I just ordered the size 11 so they will be here in time for her recovery from surgery. The coral & white color is SO pretty. THANKS SO MUCH RRS - your website is awesome, your prices (as always) are the best), I love my VIP membership, & please send my mom's love to the shoe dog :)

              • Sizing:
              • Feels full size too small
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Arch Type:
              • High Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes
               
              1.0

              Beware of too much cushion

              By TAZ

              from Orange County, CA

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                  I have been running for 8 years. I am a long distance runner and run 4 days a week. I run 2 marathons a year and several half marathons a year. I used to run in Adidas Boston Classic years ago before they stopped making them and found the Asics Nimbus to take the Boston Classics place. I recently bought the Nimbus 15's to try them so I could see if I liked the changes and if I didn't then I would stock up on the 14's. I tried them on a short run first and really thought they were comfortable, very cushiony and loved the bigger toe box. I had no aches and pains or blisters etc so I tried them for a second short run and had no issues. Decided to take them for a spin on a long run and 6 miles into my run I had major heel pain. I had absolutely no issues with my foot, heel, leg or anything up until that moment. I was on a slower run, didn't twist my ankle, land strange...nothing to explain my heel pain. I had to stop running on the spot and now the bursa on my heel is inflamed has taken me from running or even walking normal. The only explanation for what happened is the shoe. I did some research on bursitis and one of the possible causes is a shoe that has too much cushion. I was told that one of the other changes in the Nimbus 15 was they dropped the heel a little and I think the combo of that drop and the extra cushion has created major issues. Honestly, I thought the shoe was comfortable but I returned them right away. Just be aware that this is something that could happen. Extra cushion isn't always the best thing.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Average Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  3.0

                  Not the same shoe as Nimbus 13 & 14

                  By Runaround Sue

                  from Franklin, TN

                  About Me Gym Rat

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Durable

                  Cons

                  • Poor Cushioning
                  • Uncomfortable

                  Best Uses

                  • Road Running

                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                  I've worn Gel-Nimbus for a few years, and this model isn't the same fit for me. Not sure what was changed in the Nimbus 15, but it doesn't feel comfortable to even walk in. I used to jog (30 years@20 miles a week) until achilles tendon surgery, so now I power walk@5 miles per hour. This shoe is stiff and lands hard, ungiving with a pronounced lump in the middle of the front sole,rubs on the top side of my feet. Had to send it back. Every few years when I think I have the perfect shoe, they mess with it and ruin it!

                  • Width:
                  • Feels too wide
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Average Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  The Perfect Sneaker

                  By D Starr

                  from New Jersey

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Cushions Impact
                  • Great with Jeans
                  • Pronation Control

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Pavement

                    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                    Great Sneaker

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Average Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    So far, Loving Nimbus 15

                    By Mia

                    from New Jersey

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Fast
                    • Good Arch Support
                    • Good Traction
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                    • Narrow / Tight

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Running

                    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                    In my 16 years of 6-7 days/wk running I have tried every brand of running shoes out there. Some I stuck with for a while (New Balance 1220, Nike Vomero) and most I tried and gave up on quickly. That includes Asics. I remember trying the Nimbus about 12 or 13 years ago and finding them to be way too heavy. Well, I had been wearing Vomero 5's for a few years. Loved them like no other. All of my chronic injuries (tibial stress, runner's knee, ankle pain) were gone. However, I started running 1/2 marathons, and after training for the first one I started to notice lower back pain. It got to the point where my back would become weak by mile 5 or 6 of a training run, and my form became terrible. I was arching my back and it wasn't pretty (trust me, I have finish line pictures to prove it). At some point I moved on to the Vomero 6's, finding slight relief, but still not enjoying my running the way I used to. I gave up the half marathons and started on 10ks, still being in agony by the finish. I decided it may to time to think about another brand of shoes, and found the Nimbus to be the most similar to the Vomeros and to my surprise, they actually weigh less than the Vomeros. I guess Asics decided to lighten them up over the years. Well, all I can say is WOW. This shoe is beyond comfortable. Where the Vomero's were kind of clunky (looking almost like clown shoes) the Nimbus fit my foot like a slipper. I will say that the toe box is kind of narrow. But I have a very tiny foot and I know if I had gone with the wide, they would have been too big. I've only been running in them for a week, with a long run of only 5 miles, but so far, so good. The back pain is still there but I think it's residual from the Vomeros. Definitely not affecting my form and my speed is back to a 9-9:15 minute mile pace. I was up to 10:30-10:45 with the Vomeros. The cushioning is phenomenal, as is the flexibility. So, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the Nimbus will enable me to slowly creep back up to half marathons.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels half size too small
                    • Width:
                    • Feels too narrow
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Low Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    "Very comfortable running shoe"

                    By Treadmill Runner

                    from Raleigh, NC

                    About Me Gym Rat

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Breathable
                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Lightweight
                    • Pronation Control

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Gym

                      Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                      Had some pain when running before, no pain now.

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      5.0

                      Great Running Shoes!

                      By cayman clarey

                      from Grand Cayman

                      About Me Gym Rat

                      Verified Reviewer

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Good Arch Support
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Road Running

                        Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                        This is such a great shoe! I have high arches and was getting a lot of pain in my lower legs with my old shoes. Since purchasing these running shoes my leg pain has all but disappeared and I have comfortably been able to run for longer.

                        I purchased half a size larger on the recommendation of previous reviews. I also chose the 2A width as my feet are narrow. They hold the bridge of my feet very well, but still have plenty of room in the toe box. They are probably the most comfortable running shoes I have ever owned! I would definitely recommend these shoes.

                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels half size too small
                        • Width:
                        • Feels true to width
                        • Arch Type:
                        • High Arch
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                         
                        5.0

                        Great Shoes (Again)

                        By red25541

                        from Franklin, In

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        Pros

                        • Comfortable
                        • Cushioning
                        • Cushions Impact
                        • Great with Jeans
                        • Lightweight

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • With Orthotics/Inserts

                          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                          I have planters fast. and this is the only shoes that is really cushioned enough to be comfortable. Did care for the 14 but the 15 ins back on track. Love them

                          • Sizing:
                          • Feels half size too small
                          • Width:
                          • Feels true to width
                          • Arch Type:
                          • Average Arch
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No
                           
                          5.0

                          Perfect Shoe--Always Come Back to Asics!

                          By Karen

                          from Baldwinsville, NY

                          About Me Casual/ Recreational

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Breathable
                          • Comfortable
                          • Cushions Impact
                          • Durable

                          Cons

                          • pricey

                          Best Uses

                          • Road Running

                          Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                          Absolutely LOVE the Asics Gel Nimbus--have run in them for years and have never been disappointed. Due to negative reviews, I stayed away from the Nimbus 14 and went with the 15's. No complaints here at all.

                          • Sizing:
                          • Feels true to size
                          • Width:
                          • Feels true to width
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No
                           
                          5.0

                          Love them! So much better than the 14's!

                          By Cali girl

                          from Temecula, ca

                          About Me Avid Athlete

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Breathable
                          • Comfortable
                          • Cushions Impact
                          • Fast
                          • Good Arch Support
                          • Lightweight
                          • Pronation Control

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Road Running

                            Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                            I am an instructor at a Marine Corps academy aboard Camp Pendleton and we are constantly running hills and pavement depending on the schedule. My nimbus 15's ease the pain on my joints and support my high arch. I was waiting for the 15's to come out because I was disappointed in the 14's, the cushion wore out to easily. The nimbus 15's live up to the hype, I run over 15 miles a week easily and so far my nimbus 15's let me cruise with ease! Lovem!

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels true to size
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width
                            • Arch Type:
                            • High Arch
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No
                             
                            5.0

                            Good Cushion

                            By Railnet Jane

                            from Colleyville, TX

                            About Me Casual/ Recreational

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Road Running

                                Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                                Comfortable toe box. Had previously been running in the Asics 2100 series; but the new 2000 didn't feel right. The Nimbus has more cushioning and accomodates my orthotics.

                                • Sizing:
                                • Feels true to size
                                • Width:
                                • Feels true to width
                                • Arch Type:
                                • Average Arch
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No
                                 
                                5.0

                                Super Comfortable!!!!!!!!!

                                By TX LAW GAL

                                from Texas

                                About Me Avid Athlete

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Breathable
                                • Comfortable
                                • Cushions Impact
                                • Great with Jeans
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Walking

                                  Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                                  Very comfortable

                                  • Sizing:
                                  • Feels true to size
                                  • Width:
                                  • Feels true to width
                                  • Arch Type:
                                  • Average Arch
                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No
                                   
                                  5.0

                                  ASICS, Always the Best

                                  By BryansBabe

                                  from Dallas, Texas

                                  About Me Avid Athlete

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Breathable
                                  • Comfortable
                                  • Cushions Impact
                                  • Good Arch Support

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Road Running

                                    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                                    I run 18-25 miles per week and four Half Marathons a year. I trained in the ASICS Cumulus 8-14. I then changed to a less cushioned minimal shoe. Not that there is anything wrong with the minimal shoes for races, but if I wear them for long training runs, I have sore knees. So I went back to ASICS and tried the Nimbus and it is great and the sore knees are gone. A very comfortable shoe, nice and wide in the toe box, and a good snug fit in the heel. Room for my custom orthotics. This shoe does run small, so order a half size up.

                                    • Sizing:
                                    • Feels half size too small
                                    • Width:
                                    • Feels true to width
                                    • Arch Type:
                                    • Average Arch
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No
                                     
                                    5.0

                                    This shoe is awesome!!!

                                    By Sandy

                                    from Philadelphia, PA

                                    Pros

                                    • Breathable
                                    • Comfortable
                                    • Cushions Impact

                                    Cons

                                    • none

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Pavement

                                    Comments about Womens ASICS GEL-Nimbus 15 Running Shoe:

                                    Great shoe for a heavy runner who does less than three miles, 3X week. Great cushioning and energy return - I have a bounce as soon as I hit the pavement. I have worn nothing but asics, but the gel nimbus 14 was awful and decided to try the brooks ghost 5, which I really like a lot but didn't get the same kind of energy return or bounce. Then I found the 15 and decided to give it a try based on the reviews. I'm keeping both shoes.

                                    • Sizing:
                                    • Feels half size too small
                                    • Width:
                                    • Feels true to width
                                    • Arch Type:
                                    • Average Arch
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No

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