Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28 vs Nike Pegasus 42

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28 and Nike Pegasus 42 score essentially the same (4.5 vs 4.5). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.

Ranked #4 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

4.5

$140

The Gel-Cumulus 28 is the midfoot-pressure pick — more space through midfoot for high-arch foot shape.

Strengths

— More space through midfoot — accommodates high arches
— Less aggressive clamping than daily trainers
— ASICS rear-foot gel cushion

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Nimbus
— Standard width
— Mid-arch may find it loose

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Ranked #5 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Nike Pegasus 42

4.5

$140

The Pegasus 42 is the Nike high-arch pick — daily trainer with forefoot Air Zoom unit.

Strengths

— Daily-trainer reliability
— Air Zoom unit at forefoot for high-arch responsiveness
— Lighter than ASICS Nimbus

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Brooks Ghost or ASICS Nimbus
— Narrower toe box
— Less recommended for high arches than Brooks / ASICS

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How they stack up

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

More midfoot space. Less plush than Nimbus. Lighter.

Nike Pegasus 42

Lighter than ASICS. Less plush. Air Zoom forefoot.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28	Nike Pegasus 42
Drop	8mm	10mm
Midfoot	Accommodating	—
Use	Neutral daily	Daily trainer
Brand	ASICS	Nike
Feature	—	Forefoot Air Zoom

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