First off, I became a fan of Asics after getting a pair of Gel Cumulus 9s on sale a few years ago. By far the most comfortable shoes I've had.

I got these recently to replace that pair, and while they retail for about 20 dollars less than the current Cumulus 13s, I think they're far more comfortable. I tried on the Cumulus and they just were not as comfortable as the Gel Phoenix 4. Asics are like walking on clouds.

I was a bit wary of getting the lime/purple combination, but despite my hesitance, I love them.

In my experience, these shoes run pretty true to size. I like that the toe box is nice and wide so your toes don't feel squished. The heel and ball of foot have the gel cushioning so these make for great work out shoes as well as shoes to wear when on your feet all day. The extra padding around the achilles and ankle adds stability and great comfort.

My pair was purchased elsewhere, but if you're looking to buy online, do yourself a favor and go in store first. I tried on a lot of different Asics styles and found each to be relatively different. I almost ordered the Nimbus online because of the great sale price, but when I tried them on in store, was not impressed. Just something to consider.

The Phoenix 4s, however, is pretty awesome. Very glad I got them.