There aren’t many trainers which have extra historical past than the Nimbus sequence. It is some of the widespread impartial trainers within the working shoe world and is ASICS’ plushest, softest working shoe.
Yearly, the Nimbus will get totally revamped. This comparability will inform you which model is healthier for you.
Gel Nimbus 26
Gel-Nimbus 25
Verdict
The Asics Gel-Nimbus 26 is a cushioned each day coach that’s an on a regular basis shoe for many runners of all talents. It has nice outsole grip, comfortable sufficient cushion, and a secure, responsive journey.
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 is a maximalist, extremely cushioned coach with a mild rocker. It’s not the softest max-cushioned coach available on the market neither is it probably the most energetic however it’s nonetheless a supremely snug coach (so long as you measurement up or get the broad model as a result of it has a really slender toe field).
Model 25 makes use of the model new FF Blast+ Eco midsole foam. It feels firmer than the Nimbus 24 however it has extra cushioning and stability because of the rise in midsole stack peak and width. The redesigned outsole leads to smoother transitions and higher sturdiness.
Beneficial for
Each day coaching
Each day coaching, lengthy distance racing
Cushioning kind
Responsive/balanced
Balanced/plush
Cushioning quantity
Extremely cushioned
Extremely cushioned
Flexibility
medium
medium
Stability
some stability
very secure
Sizing
true to measurement
purchase half measurement greater
Retail value
US$159.95
US$160
The latest Nimbus 26 has the identical midsole because the Nimbus 25 which is produced from FF Blast+ Eco (EVA and OBC mix).
The Nimbus 26 has a barely firmer journey however the distinction is negligible. Each variations have very plush, padded landings and tremendous easy rides designed for straightforward working. The midsoles of each variations are very broad so stability is nice.
The Nimbus is designed for gradual paces so each variations have the identical use: straightforward and restoration runs. They’ve 42 mm of cushioning within the heel, 34 mm within the forefoot so cushioning could be very deep.
There’s a hidden silicone gel pad within the heel of each variations to soak up shock and to extend cushioning however you don’t really feel the gel in any respect.
The most important distinction between the two model is the outsole. The Nimbus 26 has extra aggressive lugs that are capable of chew into surfaces higher. This leads to higher traction within the Nimbus 26.
The Nimbus 26 has a extra snug higher than the 25 because of its redesigned higher which is wider within the forefoot and toe-box. The 26 additionally has extra air flow on the highest of the toe-box so breathability is healthier within the 26.
Each uppers have knitted constructions with flat, stretchy tongues that don’t slide throughout runs. The match could be very slender for each model so nearly all of runners might want to go up a half measurement or will want the broad model. There’s additionally an additional broad model obtainable.
The Nimbus 26 is the higher model if you happen to want a extra breathable higher with a wider match. The 26 can also be higher for you if you happen to want higher traction for moist surfaces.
The Nimbus 25 is the higher choice if you happen to want a hotter higher for chilly circumstances or when you’ve got a really slender foot. It additionally weighs lower than the Nimbus 26.
Each variations have a really related really feel and journey so the variations are minimal.
