GEL-CUMULUS 25
Reviewed by Anthony Ng
B.Sc (Pod), B.Ed, Dip Tch
Versatility for a wide range of running workouts and distances.
GEL-CUMULUS 25 has followed the trend of recent ASICS models in redeveloping the midsole design with a revised midsole to improve cushioning and performance to deliver an everyday trainer. This is good for runners wanting their natural run gait to benefit from an unrestricted smoother ride and to maintain their preferred alignment for the entire run. Giving this version a more modern ride.
Recommendation
For runners seeking an all-around shoe that has the capabilities to perform the majority of your everyday training runs from slow, medium, and even tempo runs of any distance. Endorsed for neutral runners wanting to maintain their natural run mechanics to function positively in their preferred aligned pathway regardless of foot speed.
Key Features
- Improved midsole cushioning using FF BLAST™ PLUS
- One-piece uniform midsole for a smoother natural flow
- Newly engineered uppers, deliver improved fit, security, and breathability
- Uniformed forefoot platform
- Use of rearfoot PureGEL® technology
- New competitive weight for a training shoe
Impact of Updates
Using FF BLAST™ PLUS and adopting PureGEL® improves tractability, durability, cushioning comfort, and responsiveness ideally suited for neutral runners. New upper material technology creates a dynamic fit that provides the elasticity to adapt to the changes to your foot that occur during the different phases of dynamic loading. Combining to produce the lightest balanced GEL-CUMULUS produced.
Clinical Relevance
Adopting the premium FF BLAST™ PLUS provides a desirable one-piece cushioning unit that promotes a smoother transitioning platform throughout the run gait. The passage from midfoot to forefoot promotes a continuous uninterrupted flow allowing for reduced vertical loading rates while promoting a proficient energy-efficient propulsive phase. The new midsole increases cushioning and responsiveness. It also helps improve running economy allowing you to run longer while maintaining your functioning alignment and delaying the onset of foot fatigue. The remodelled vented engineered mesh, implements the desirable secure heel and midfoot lockdown, aiding support with comfort. The uppers help to match the midsole to work cohesively as one unit.
Personal Experience
It’s an exciting ride that is comfortable, durable, and multipurpose making this GEL-CUMULUS 25 a unique neutral ride. It offers a traditional forward transition motion that is unrestricted and does not interfere with your normal run mechanics. I immediately experienced the rewarding difference FF BLAST™ PLUS offers in delivering a foam that is not over-cushioned while still achieving ground awareness. The changes to the geometric midsole designs have extra width and are offset in a way that gives it a balanced ride. This made it easy to vary my foot speed and cadence effectively at any distance with ease, giving the versatility and making it the perfect daily trainer.