good cushioning and seem very well constructed.  I ordered these to replace a pair of nimbus 15- this shoe has a trail running style sole and is less expensive.<br /><br />The cushioning is on par with the nimbus.  I have problems with my calcaneus and achilles tendon and the nimbus works better protecting that.  I think mainly because its not as ruggedly built in the back of the shoe and doesn't put as much pressure on the bone.<br /><br />But i think my issue is more running shoe vs trail shoe.  I would recommend these as a good trail running shoe, particularly if having more sole cushion is your main goal..