noticed little difference between the two.In short The Gel Preleus is a neutral shoe for runners who don’t need the firmer, more expensive responsiveness of the Gel Nimbus. It’s a safe, reliable cushioning shoe.Try it if you liked Asics Gel Cumulus (£60

ASICSEuropa Boulevard, Westbrook, Warrington, Cheshire WA5 5YS; 01925 241041; www.asics.co.uk2005 MODELSCUSHIONEDGel Nimbus Gel Cumulus STABILITYKayano Gel GT-2100 Gel 1100 PERFORMANCEGel DS Trainer X Gel Landreth RACINGGel DS Racer Gel Kanji OFF

Weight 369gEvaluation The Kumo replaces the Preleus, which was the Asics shoe priced midway between the Cumulus and Nimbus. Essentially, the only important difference between the Kumo and the Preleus is in the midsole. The Kumo’s is made entirely