My local running store suggested the Gel Nimbus for me. They looked at my running style and said I had a very neutral foot, so the Nimbus was a good choice, since it doesn't correct for anything. It was the cheapest shoe they showed me and had the least padding, although to me it felt like the cushiest shoe. I've been running in them for about 3 weeks now and they feel fine. I'm new to running, so I suppose I wouldn't know the difference, but I've had no problems, except last time when I tied the laces too tightly (and that was my fault, not the shoe).