long distanceASICS
Gel-Nimbus 28
ASICS flagship maximum-cushion daily trainer. GEL technology and FF BLAST PLUS foam deliver exceptional comfort on long runs.
$170MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
- Terrain
- road
- Use
- long distance
- Cushioning
- soft
- Weight
- 281g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Stack
- 35/27mm
- Widths
- extra-wide, standard, wide
- Release
- 2025
RoadDaily trainingRecovery runsMarathonMax cushionWide feet
Our read
Editorial interpretation from the specs and what we know of this shoe — opinion, not lab-tested.
Ride
Soft, high-stack cushioning with FF BLAST PLUS foam and GEL prioritizes comfort over energy return, giving a cushioned but not particularly springy ride.
Fit
Runs true to size with a comfortable, plush upper and multiple widths including standard, wide, and extra-wide.
Best for
Long, easy road miles and recovery runs where maximum underfoot comfort matters more than speed.
Avoid if
You want a responsive, ground-connected ride for tempo work or racing.
Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.