Cushioning, stability and appearence was better than expected. I run from 70-130 KM at week and my 10KM PR was 39:41, I expect to have a 17:30 for 5KM this Dic 24th. My Asics Gel 2160 will be with me during this special moment. i am 43 years old and i have been  running for two years now. my goal is a marathon under 3 hours in six more months, that's why i need this type of quality running shoe.