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Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16

For men 35+: fit, comfort and weather.

AsicsChunky shape

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16

Image: ASICS

Reviews

10 of 11 reviews recommend it.

1 has reservations.

Overall review score8.1/1011 authors

Will it fit your foot?

  • Length: True to size or large
  • Width: Narrow, regular and wide: reports differ
  • Toes: Roomy

Where can you wear it?

  • All day on your feet
  • Warm days: feels cool
  • Feels light on foot
  • Worn for walking, running

$145Mid-rangeprice at the maker's store$140–$150 across versions

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Do Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 run big?

Length

GEL-CUMULUS 16

  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
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Reported sensations

  1. Width

    GEL-CUMULUS 16

    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.

  2. Around the toes

    GEL-CUMULUS 16

    • Roomy.

Are Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 comfortable all day?

Through the day

GEL-CUMULUS 16

  • All dayComfortable.

Weight on foot

GEL-CUMULUS 16

  • Feels light.

Do they feel hot in warm weather?

In warm weather

GEL-CUMULUS 16

  • Feels cool.

See them on video

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ASICS Gel-Cumulus 16 “TOMO” | Sneaker Review, On Feet Look & Outfit Ideas

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Earls Collection x Asics Gel Cumulus 16 - Coconut Milk/Black Review & On Feet

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Asics Gel-Cumulus 16 ‘Watermelon’ On Feet Review (1203A763 100)

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Asics Gel Cumulus 16 Earls Collection "home" - what a shoe!

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Earls Collection x Asics Gel-Cumulus 16 "Coconut Milk / Black": Review & On-Feet

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STEM Product Review (ASICS GEL Cumulus 16!!!!)

More videos
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8-WAY COLLAB! Asics Gel-Cumulus 16 “TOMO”: Review & On-Feet

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The Asics x Finesse Gel Cumulus 16 "Desert Rose" - A lesson in perseverance.

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A Purple Sensation! - The Carnan x Asics Gel Cumulus 16 Review

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About our research

Based on 15 reviews and other sources.

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Similar uses, different fits and trade-offs. These are reports about each model, not a head-to-head test.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics GEL-1130

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-1130
Asics GEL-1130See this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics GEL-1130
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • True to size.

GEL-1130

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • wide feetReports differ: narrow or regular.
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • Reports differ: roomy or snug.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day walkingComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.

GEL-1130

  • Feels light.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$110 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-26.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics Gel-Kayano 14

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics Gel-Kayano 14
Asics Gel-Kayano 14See this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics Gel-Kayano 14
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • narrow feetSnug across the foot.
  • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • wide feetRoomy.
  • Reports differ: roomy or snug.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day standingComfortable.
  • All day walking · cold weatherComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$150 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-28.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1
Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1See this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • Reports differ: small, true to size or large.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • Reports differ: narrow or regular.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • Roomy.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day walkingComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$160–$170 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-28.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics GEL-NYC

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-NYC
Asics GEL-NYCSee this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics GEL-NYC
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • Reports differ: small or true to size.

GEL-NYC

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.

2.0

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • Reports differ: narrow or regular.

GEL-NYC

  • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
  • Narrow fit.

2.0

  • Wide fit.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • Reports differ: snug or tight.

2.0

  • Roomy.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels heavy.

GEL-NYC

  • Feels light.

2.0

  • Feels light.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$150 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-26.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII
Asics GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIIISee this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.

GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
  • Reports differ: regular or wide.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • wide feetRoomy.

GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

  • Snug.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day standingComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.

GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

  • Feels light.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$170–$190 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-26.

Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16 vs Asics Japan S

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics Japan S
Asics Japan SSee this model
What mattersAsics GEL-CUMULUS 16Asics Japan S
Length
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
  • Reports differ: small, true to size or large.
Width
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
  • Reports differ: narrow or regular.
Toe box
  • Roomy.
  • Roomy.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day standingComfortable.
  • All day walkingComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Reports differ: light or heavy.
Maker price$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)$85 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-28.

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Updated Sep 2026 · How we research