Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 15, 2025 · summarized
PositiveLoves the Glideride Max, far more enjoyable than their Nimbus 27; it runs a bit short.
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Max cushion
Cushioned daily trainer for easy and long runs that can still pick up the pace; a bit plain to some.
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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 15, 2025 · summarized
PositiveLoves the Glideride Max, far more enjoyable than their Nimbus 27; it runs a bit short.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Nov 16, 2024 · summarized
PositiveAn ultrarunner at 50+ mpw found the Glideride Max gave the step-in feel other max shoes lacked; it fit like they'd worn it for months.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Nov 16, 2024 · summarized
PositiveUses the Glideride Max as a daily: great cushion and bounce, holds 8:00-8:30 pace easily, lighter than the Glycerin Max.
Blog · Doctors of Running – Matt Klein (DPT) · summarized
PositiveB+ overall (personal B/B+): a comfortable ride for running and walking, but a little too soft for him to use extensively.
Most runners like the ASICS Glideride Max as a comfortable, well-cushioned daily trainer that handles easy and long runs and can still pick up the pace. Some find it more plain than exciting. A couple worry about outsole wear, and one pair gave out after a few hundred miles.
Of the 16 reviews with a clear verdict, 69% are positive, 25% mixed and 6% negative. The praise mentioned most is comfortable fit. The most common complaint is narrow fit.
The complaints reviewers mention most: narrow fit (1 review) and wears out fast (1 review). For example: A big fan of the line who 'just didn't' love it: not enough value or fun factor at $170, and it has lost some of the allure. A long-run shoe for narrow feet that he wishes were more versatile.
We collected and summarized 16 experiences shared on Reddit, blogs and YouTube, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.
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