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Summary
Average Weight: Men's 304g / Women's 266g
Stack Height: Men's 30/22mm / Women's 29/21mm
Heel Drop: 8mm
The latest edition from Asics, the Nimbus 26 boasts excellent qualities we know you're going to love. Ideal stable neutral training shoe for all distances up to and including ultras.
Features
Upper
- Made from 88% recycled materials
- Seamless and stretchy upper with great ventilation
- A thin, knit gusseted tongue for an improved fit
- Upgraded knit collar construction to prevent unwanted friction
Midsole
- New FF Blast+ and Eco foam (24% bio content) offers a dynamic ride
- Higher stack and gender-specific heel drop
- Breathable and lightweight Ortholite insoles
- TRUSSTIC™ technology prevents excessive inward twist of the foot
- Forefoot rocker effect, less flexibilty compare to previous version. On landing may feel quite stiff or firm
Outersole
- AHAR+ sole improves durability
- Puregel provides enhanced shock-absorption and a smoother ride
Pros
- Fantastic cushioning
- Gentle rocker for a gentle and smooth ride from heel to toe
- Improved durability
- Made from recycled and bio content
Cons
- Firmer forefoot
- Narrower forefoot box than predecessor, which may not suit everyone
In Testing
Asics is one of my favourite brands, but I was never a big fan of the Nimbus. The 26th version has been a revelation for me – I find it extremely comfortable and noticeably lighter than previous versions.
As a slight overpronator, I tend to run in mid-stability shoes or stable neutral ones. Even though I can still feel a bit of stability provided by the TRUSSTIC™ technology in the arch, it's all thanks to the maximal cushioning this shoe has. It's become my go-to shoe for easy road miles.
The new upper is very stretchy and comfy, but it seems to come up a bit smaller, probably due to the narrow toe-box shape. I had to go half a size up from usual.
Verdict
In conclusion, the Asics Gel Nimbus 26 is an excellent choice if you have a fairly neutral gait. A great choice if you also love maximum cushioning, as well as general comfort on your long runs and walks.
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