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 ASICSGel-Nimbus 27 |  ASICSGel-Nimbus 28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.83 | 7.50 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹8,159 | ₹16,999 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 300 g | 280 g |
| Heel stack | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus Eco | FF Blast Plus |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | – |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Huge impact protection for any body weight · Slightly bouncier foam, no sinking feeling · Taller toe box and more breathable upper than the 26 · Forgiving, premium comfort from the first step · Good for long runs up to the full marathon | Outstanding step-in comfort · Plush upper, soft laces and thick heel padding · Extremely protective cushioning · True to size with good toe room · About 20 g lighter than the Nimbus 27 |
| Cons | Heavy at 300 g (UK 8) · Expensive at the ₹16,000 launch price · Not for fast running · Not a stability shoe | Foam felt flat on runs over 10 km after 100 km · Upper traps heat at faster paces · Narrower platform than the 27, less stable · Poor value at ₹17,000 next to a discounted Nimbus 27 |
| Avoid if | You want a light shoe for fast running or need a stability shoe. | You want one shoe for long runs or faster running. |