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Asics GEL-Nimbus 26

rated 5 of 5 stars

The GEL-Nimbus 26 has been discontinued. It was replaced by the Asics GEL-Nimbus 27.

photo: Asics GEL-Nimbus 26 running footwear

The perfect blend of fit, cushion, and stability for me. You can get the Nimbus 26 for less money because ASICS just came out with a new version (the 27).

Pros

  • cushion
  • relatively light
  • relatively stable

Cons

  • Really not weaknesses, but the toe box seems slightly smaller than the Gel-Kayano 30 even though both shoes are a 12 wide.

I used to suffer from a tendon issue in my foot and gravitated to running shoes with a lot of stability which fixed the issue. The ASICS Gel-Kayano 30 was my favorite shoe until I ran in the Nimbus. The Nimbus 26 is slightly heavier, has more cushion, and has enough stability for me. It comes in widths (I wear a 12 wide) which mean a wide toe box but a normal heel.

On a 5-mile run the Nimbus shaves 3 minutes off my time in Gel-Kayano 30's. 

 

Background

Been running regularly since age 17, am now 71.

Source: bought it new
Price Paid: 100 dollars

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