Our verdict
The Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE is a neutral daily runner that is excellent for running fast or slow, long or short. It’s also a great pick if you had just one shoe for all types of running. As ASICS’ update to the original Novablast 2, the 6-gram reduction and the jacquard mesh upper make it a great choice for runs in warmer weather as well.
Pros
- Lighter than the original version
- Breathable
- Very versatile daily trainer
- Very well cushioned
- Super responsive
- All-day comfort
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Cons
- Break-in needed
- Could use more colorways
Who should buy ASICSASICS GT-Quick Sneakers Schwarz | Novablast 2 LE
The Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE is ideal for runners who:
- Want a neutral running shoe that is high-cushioned and very responsive.
- Are on a budget and could only afford one shoe to do everything from training to racing.
- Are fans of the original Novablast 2 but want a lighter, more breathable version of the shoe.
Who shouldn’t buy it
These runners might not be an excellent match if you want more choices in available colorways. For this, another all-arounder, the ASICS Gel Nimbus 24 could be a better choice. Also, if daily trainers which are equally versatile but great out of the box are what you’re looking for, the ASICS Noosa Tri 13 is a perfect match for you.
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The Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE is “THE BEST high cushion training shoe I have Shoe since the Vomero 9” according to a critic. A runner who also loved the shoe’s comfort mentioned how “the gusseted tongue and extra padding around the heel clutch held my foot really snug.” As a testament to its praiseworthy comfort, a tester said “I’ve put 150km with several 15km+ rides and it’s very comfortable.”
However, out of the box, these runners might not deliver the promised comfort outright. “The heel portion of the sole takes a while to get Shoe to,” as an ASICS fan mentioned. A critic mentioned how the first few runs were when they felt the outsole to be "a little slippery" and the midsole being "a little less bouncy." BAIT ASICS Gel Lyte V 73-9 Splash City.
The Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE is the most versatile choice
A long-time runner mentioned how the Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE is a do-it-all shoe that can basically take on any run workout. These measure up for most runners as a “reliable go-to training shoe” with another critic praising this as an “amazing training shoe.”
For easy runs, a reviewer mentioned how these are their “favorite easy day shoe.” This was supported by another who said that these “help reduce fatigue at lower-intensity paces.”
Lighter and airier
This version of the Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 is more breathable and lighter than the original, wearers affirmed. “The jacquard mesh upper is more breathable which on such a hot day kept feet cool” as mentioned by a runner. As another compared this with the original version, they said that “LE has a much lighter breathable upper that’s nice for warm weather.”
As the original Novablast 2 weighs in at 281 grams, the LE version is 6 grams lighter which comes in at 275 grams. This was a welcome surprise for runners.
The Asics Løbe Skoe Gel-Cumulus 22 LE lets you blast off
“So light, so airy, so bouncy” was how a critic was able to summarize all of the other runners’ comments on the ride. Many have appreciated the excellent mix of cushioning and responsiveness of these do-it-all running shoes. This results in a springy ride: “like running on a trampoline,” as one critic would describe it. On the road, a reviewer took note of how “the bounce and energy return really kicked in.” Another appreciated “the new feature on the midsole which provides extra propulsion.”
To be more specific, other runners chime in to describe their experience with these, saying: “This feels how I want my recovery days to be."
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A critic found that these shoes are “more stable because of the slightly lower stack height.” Also, another runner mentioned that “although this is a neutral shoe, the Nova 2 LE seems to be more stable with good stability around the heel area.”
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As an added bonus to its overall features, critics comment on how this is “the best-looking shoe with an incredible design.” Another even praised it for its “amazing colorways.” However, despite this, a larger majority of buyers wish there were more colors for this daily runner.
