Asics Lady Gel Nimbus 10 Running Shoes. The ever popular Gel Nimbus celebrates its 10th year as ASICS's top end performance cushioned running shoe.
- I.G.S - I.G.S.® (Impact Guidance System): Meeting the demands of all athletic activities, the I.G.S.® (Impact Guidance System is a technical design philosophy that allows the foot to perform in a more natural manner.
- DuraSponge - A blown AHAR® rubber compound for enhanced cushioning and durability in the forefoot.
- Gel - The ASICS GEL System is based on a special kind of silicone that enables optimal shock absorbtion. Gel Units are strategically placed in the midsole and designed to enable specific functions and positions.
- Space Trusstic - An advanced system that creates a pocket between the Trusstic System® device and the midsole, allowing for greater midsole deformation and more efficient foot function.
- Biomorphic Fit - uses high-tech stretch materials to allow the shoe upper to move with the foot. This mean the foot encounters less friction and fabric bunching during specific moments of the gait cycle.
- Forefoot ASICS GEL cushioning system - The silicone-based, GEL cushioning system in the forefoot reduces the loading forces that would normally be applied as the foot moves into propulsion. This reuduces shear forces and along with flex grooves, enchances propulsion.
- Rearfoot Asics Gel Cushioning System - When running around the tennis court the foot can typically experience forces of 3 to 5 times the player’s body weight during heel strike. The GEL cushioning system, in conjunction with the midsole material, absorbs these impact forces.
- Solyte Midsole - This is a proprietary cushioning material that provides an exceptionally lightweight midsole. Solyte an advanced copolymer is significant lighter than SpEVA or standard EVA with excellent cushioning, bounce back and durability properties.
- PHF - Personal Heel Fit, is made of a high density foam which moulds perfectly around the shape of the hell and Achilles tendon. This supports reduces slippage and provides comfort and fit. The foam reboudns to its original shape when not in use.
- AHAR+ - ASICS High Abrasion Resistance rubber is a tough compound used at the heavy contact areas of the outsole. it helps to reduce excessive wear. AHAR+ is a lighter version of the general AHAR.
- ComforDry Sockliner - This insole provides the optimum cushioning performance that creates a cooler drier healthier shoe environment.
- Flex Grooves - These are located in the forefoot and / or rearfoot for increased Flexibility and cushioning.
- Asymmetrical Lacing - The NEW Nimbus 10 introduces a radical new upper system that redefines the Biomorphic Fit System. This new version acknowledges the asymmetry of the foot. The shape of the foot is not a pyramid. Rather the highest point of the instep is concentrated medially. The Asymmetrical Lacing System follows the actual anatomical profile of the foot and therefore curves in a medial direction, resulting in a brilliant fit.
- Asymmetrical Heel - A slightly angled and a-symmetric heel that offers smoother transition from impact to take-off. It also reduces the risk of overpronation.
Suitable for: Neutral Runner
A bit more info on ... Shoes for neutral runners or underpronators
- You'll need a cushioned shoe if you're a neutral runner or an underpronator.
- Only 30% of runners fall into this category.
- If you're a neutral runner, you'll have an efficient running gait and you're likely to have a normal arch.
- If you're an underpronator, your foot doesn't pronate (roll inwards) enough during the gait cycle. You're likely to have a high, rigid arch.
- Both of these types require a cushioned shoe which won't hinder the natural pronation of the foot.
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