Ever since I started running I was told ASICS were the brand to wear and I have been a believer ever since.  I have always had the Nimbus or Cumulus model, but I am on a budget and am a penny mizer and always buy the previous year model.  I decided to go with this model since I couldn't find a Nimbus or Cumulus model in my size.  A mistake I will never make again.  Will always buy ASICS but not his model.

Size and Feel - They aren't even the same feel as the Nimbus or Cumulus.  Size is a little different too.  I always 14 but this these I almost need a 14 1/2 which isn't even a production size.

Quality - After only about 36 miles of running, my left shoe has a squeak to it every time I step down.  Not sure if it is the GEL or the plastic Torsion bar but it is annoying.

I have already started collecting change to buy a Nimbus or Cumulus model ASAP as these will probably go into the lawn mowing shoe rack or maybe even to Goodwill.

Disappointing.