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 similar to the Nimbus 25, the 27 has obtained 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 (ladies’s)
Stack peak: 42.5 mm (ladies) and 43.5 mm (males)
MSRP: $215 CAD
Out there: January 2025
Higher
The higher is the place the largest change comes. The higher now encompasses a new jacquard mesh overlay, which is extremely snug and in addition significantly extra breathable than earlier variations. This glossy and minimal, very breathable higher is particularly good for warm-weather runs (so it’ll be excellent for those who’re planning a seaside vacation this winter); with an additional pair of socks, it additionally makes an amazing winter shoe
This shoe matches larger than the earlier model, which I discovered match a bit small. I usually wore a 9.5 within the Nimbus 25 and 26, nonetheless, 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 an extra 2 mm of cushioning. The FF Blast Plus Eco cushioning options roughly 24 per cent bio-based supplies, so your footwear really feel good underfoot and you may be ok with your environmental impression. In fact, there’s a PureGel insert within the heel to supply even softer landings.
The texture is rather a lot like that of the Nimbus 26. The Nimbus is considerably firmer than, say, the Novablast (which is a softer experience). This shoe offers you again the power you place into it; if the Novablast is a trampoline, the Nimbus is a diving board.
Outsole
The outsole is very similar to the one in earlier variations. It’s manufactured from ASICSGRIP, which is a mixture of ASICSGRIP and AHARPLUS rubber. This one-two punch delivers glorious traction coupled with nice sturdiness. Whereas this isn’t a path shoe, it may well deal with a snowy run or a winter sidewalk with no downside; its vast, steady base promotes confidence in difficult situations.
Remaining ideas
General I like the Nimbus. I’ve all the time beloved this shoe–it was my first pair, as a child! The tweaks are welcome additions: the higher retains your toes snug, the midsole is snappy and well-cushioned and the outsole is extraordinarily sturdy. In the event you’re searching for a workhorse, do-it-all coach, the Nimbus is for you. In the event you’re searching for a coach that matches into your pre-existing rotation, this is a superb warmup or easy-run shoe.