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 ASICSGel-Nimbus 27 |  PumaMagMax Nitro | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.83 | 8.33 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹8,159 | ₹17,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 300 g | 291 g |
| Heel stack | 43 mm | 42.9 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35 mm | 33.3 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 9.6 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus Eco | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | standard | wide |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Suitable for heavy runners | 70 kg to 120 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Huge impact protection for any body weight · Slightly bouncier foam, no sinking feeling · Taller toe box and more breathable jacquard upper than the 26 · Forgiving, premium comfort from the first step · Good for long runs up to the full marathon | One of the most comfortable shoes of the year · Very soft, protective Nitro cushioning · Wide forefoot and roomy toe box · Luxurious gusseted tongue and soft padding · Best-in-class grip, wet or dry · Premium build quality · Good breathability for a max-cushion shoe · Great for walking and casual wear |
| Cons | Heavy at 300 g (UK 8) · Expensive at the ₹16,000 launch price · Less sock-like plushness than the 26's knit upper · Not for fast running · Not a stability shoe | Laces too short for a runner's knot and loosen at speed · Feels heavy at faster paces · Not for fast running · Overpriced at ₹17,000 · Neutral only, not a stability shoe |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you want a light shoe for fast running or need a stability shoe. | Avoid it if you want to run fast or need a stability shoe. |