The Gel-Nimubs 27 is right here. It’s Asics’ flagship shoe–the one the model was based on, and beloved by runners all over the place. Very like the Nimbus 25, the 27 has acquired some main tweaks. It has an up to date higher and elevated cushioning within the midsole–however do not fear, there’s nonetheless Gel in there, too.
Class: Impartial
Drop: 8 mm
Weight: 305 g (males’s) 265 g (girls’s)
Stack top: 42.5 mm (girls) and 43.5 mm (males)
MSRP: $215 CAD
Obtainable: January 2025
Higher
The higher is the place the most important change comes. The higher now encompasses a new jacquard mesh overlay, which is extremely comfy and in addition significantly extra breathable than earlier variations. This smooth and minimal, very breathable higher is particularly good for warm-weather runs (so it’ll be good in case you’re planning a seaside vacation this winter); with an additional pair of socks, it additionally makes an important winter shoe
This shoe suits larger than the earlier model, which I discovered match a bit small. I typically wore a 9.5 within the Nimbus 25 and 26, nevertheless, a 9 is ideal within the 27.
Midsole
The midsole, just like the 26, is constructed from FF Blast Plus Eco. The one change right here is that Asics has added a further 2 mm of cushioning. The FF Blast Plus Eco cushioning options roughly 24 per cent bio-based supplies, so your sneakers really feel good underfoot and you may be ok with your environmental influence. In fact, there’s a PureGel insert within the heel to offer even softer landings.
The texture is loads like that of the Nimbus 26. The Nimbus is considerably firmer than, say, the Novablast (which is a softer journey). This shoe offers you again the vitality you place into it; if the Novablast is a trampoline, the Nimbus is a diving board.
Outsole
The outsole is very like the one in earlier variations. It’s fabricated from ASICSGRIP, which is a mix of ASICSGRIP and AHARPLUS rubber. This one-two punch delivers wonderful traction coupled with nice sturdiness. Whereas this isn’t a path shoe, it could possibly deal with a snowy run or a winter sidewalk with no downside; its extensive, steady base promotes confidence in tough circumstances.
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Closing ideas
General I really like the Nimbus. I’ve all the time cherished this shoe–it was my first pair, as a child! The tweaks are welcome additions: the higher retains your ft comfy, the midsole is snappy and well-cushioned and the outsole is extraordinarily sturdy. For those who’re searching for a workhorse, do-it-all coach, the Nimbus is for you. For those who’re searching for a coach that matches into your pre-existing rotation, this is a wonderful warmup or easy-run shoe.
