Asics has really upped their game, refining the cushioning and launching some standout colours. The Gel Nimbus 27 is no exception with the new teal colour. Just like the Gel Kayano series, the Gel Nimbus is also among the more popular and evergreen models, and it’s extremely tough to keep innovating without diluting the true identity of these iconic products. With the Nimbus 27, Asics has absolutely cracked the cushioning. It’s arguably now the best cushioned shoe available in the market to log high-mileage training runs. The FF Blast Eco Plus cushioning creates a lighter and softer cushioning experience. Compared to the Nimbus 25, which was equally good on cushioning but felt a little too soft on landing, the 26 was marginally improved, but with the 27, they’ve nailed it, finally. The Nimbus cushioning makes the shoe ideally suited for people training for full marathons or ultras, and at the same time, it’s fabulous for people logging more than 10-12k steps consistently with their walks.
We put the Nimbus 27 through some extreme conditions by running the hilly route of Tata Ultra (2000 feet elevation gain), some extreme pounding across the 50k route, and it delivered on all counts. The impact on hamstrings the next day was negligible, a testimony to the top-quality cushioning of these pairs. The hills also tested the grip of the outsole of the shoes, both while climbing and downhill. The outsole looks quite normal in appearance, but the grip it provides is quite phenomenal. Plus, even after that brutal 50k thrashing, the shoe showed no obvious signs of wear, which speaks volumes about its durability—something you’d expect from a premium trainer like this. The only small negative is the design of the uppers. We liked the Nimbus 25 upper look more, but functionally, this does not make any difference while running or doing high-impact workouts. The Nimbus 27 has a soft jacquard mesh upper that comfortably wraps your foot while keeping it ventilated, much needed in tropical conditions.
Pricing and Availability
- ₹16,999
- asics.co.in