Cumulus 25 - Brand New Look, Same Great Taste

The ASICS Cumulus gets a complete overhaul for version 25. But this is a situation of the more things change, the more they stay the same

0:37 disclosures
0:57 specs
3:48 what’s it like
6:55 best for
7:13 pairs with
8:27 buying guide

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[macau.friend]

Really liking the new design of the latest Asics shoes. They just look so much better these days.

[sshimamsi]

I’ve been running with ASICS Novablast and Brooks Glycerin. I recently tried on the cumulus and was really impressed with on how well it contoured to my foot. The right balance of cushioning/firmness all at a reasonable price.

[Sabundy]

Asics is killing it with their designs these days. Their shoes finally look modern, and cool. I already bought the Asics Gel Nimbus 25 and Trabuco Max 2 (love them both). They not only have great foams and are comfortable as both look fantastic as well. I might have to pick up a pair of Cumulus 25s for use as gym shoes. The new design of the Cumulus is ace too.

[GrahamAngus]

I'm transitioning over from the Novablast 2's to the Cumulus 25's as we speak - the 25's are arriving today! I did 500+miles in the Novablast 2 but felt like they were too smooshy and heavy and probably had a little too much foam for my tastes. Can't wait to try out the 25's and thanks for honest and in-depth review

[doublekfitness]

I am in love with my Novablast 3 but this one is a beauty, might consider it as a casual shoe. Thank you as usual for your high quality review kofuzi!

[ThatRunnerAaron]

Must say, the quality & delivery of these videos are super concise & high quality. Love it mate.

[hufemeve]

gotta say the Cumulus 25 in White with gum outsole looks awesome!!

[Derail]

I run in these on my short easy days and love them. It’s like putting your feet in the most comfortable bed ever

[kelvinwong]

What a good way to start Friday morning. New shoe review of a classic.

[GriffRunning]

Clydesdale here - you’re spot on. One of the best shoes to run in for us.

[raybadudu]

Been waiting for this review. My Novablast 3s have 165 miles in them and as the ride starts to stiffen up, I’ve been thinking of getting either the Nimbus 25 or the Cumulus 25 for easier days.
Looks like it’ll be the Nimbus! Might snag this white Cumulus 25 next year to wear casually though. It’s a beauty.

[ericduma]

Bought pair of these cumulus 25, they feel a bit hot. suggest to wear thinner socks. But the comfort stability and softness is superb!

[Eva.S.]

Perfect review, thank you for considering us runners who can‘t take supersoft shoes and who need just a little more stability as well ❤️🙏👍🏻 It is a perfectly well rounded review (hope this is the right way to say this…), thank you for all your work 👍🏻💫

[limta]

After look at this review, I felt do not regret to buy my nimbus 24 at $70 recently. Niimbus 24 still probably softer and more stable, but it less energy return if it compare to cumulus 25.

[Kaisersozze]

My Cumulus 24 is collecting dust after just over 100km. It bottoms out in the mid/forefoot and it's hard on my legs and I'm only 150lbs. Only a couple reviews mentioned this problem, unfortunately I didn't see those reviews until after I purchased them. It also lacks bounciness. Granted these were my first running shoes so now I have a better idea of what I'm looking for. The Cumulus 25 has a lot more stack height, I don't see how the ride could possibly be very similar, it's likely not bottoming out anymore at least. For an easy day shoe I'm considering the Nimbus 25 in the future when I retire my NB More V3. Metaspeed Sky + is one of the best looking running shoes out there imo, wish they made a daily trainer that looked like that.

[benjamin.kelley]

My first pair of running shoes were the Asics Gel Pursue. They destroyed my feet. I'm glad they're finally making shoes that look modern.

[mlegrand]

All white shoes and me don't mix 😬 People would probably be thinking I had an accident after a muddy trail run here in the PNW. Love the Asics melt shirt Ko! Amazing video as always!

[markdelcambre]

Thanks for the video! I picked up the Cumulus 24 last night for $70 including tax and delivery. Will keep an eye out for when the 25 goes on sale.

[Drew.Whitcomb]

As one of your bigger, taller friends, you're 100% correct that this shoe would work well for me.

[Azraelpl]

I got Cumulus 24 last year and it was kinda boring and did not feel really good at any pace. For workouts it felt really slow and heavy, for easier runs it just felt like it could have more cushion. After that experience I decided to not go with Cumulus this year but went with Rebel V3 and just got it for about 90$ and I feel like this was such a good decision.