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ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 TR
Door-to-trail
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Gel-Nimbus 28 TR

The women's ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 TR is a max-cushioned door-to-trail shoe combining FF BLAST PLUS foam and PureGEL for soft, long-distance comfort on gentler terrain.

$180MSRP
Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Primary use
Door-to-trail
Also good for
Easy trail run, Daily trail training, Trail long run
Cushion
max
Stability
neutral
Weight
251g
Drop
8mm
Stack
not published
Midsole
FF BLAST PLUS with PureGEL
Outsole
trail-specific outsole
Widths
standard
Easy runsDoor to trailSmooth trailDaily trainingGravelMax cushionRecovery runsLong runs
Our read

The Gel-Nimbus 28 TR takes ASICS' plush road cruiser and adds a trail-specific outsole, making it a soft, high-stack option for smooth trails, gravel and door-to-trail miles rather than technical mountain terrain. At 251g and 8mm drop with maximum cushioning, it prioritizes comfort over agility. Independent review data is not available, so ride and traction claims rest on manufacturer marketing.

Ride

Soft, cushioned ride from FF BLAST PLUS plus PureGEL, aimed at making longer distances feel smoother. High stack and neutral support suit easy trail and gravel cruising over technical footing.

Fit

Standard-width women's fit; no independent fit testing available to confirm sizing or volume.

Best for

Runners wanting a plush, max-cushioned shoe for easy trails, gravel and door-to-trail long runs.

Avoid if

You need aggressive lugs, a rock plate or nimble handling for technical, rocky or muddy mountain terrain.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.