Asics Gel-Nimbus 28 Wide
The ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 Wide is a maximum-cushion neutral daily trainer with FF BLAST PLUS and PureGEL, an 8mm drop, and a wide-fit engineered knit upper aimed at long, easy road miles.
- Terrain
- road
- Primary use
- Daily training
- Also good for
- Easy / recovery run, Long run
- Cushion
- max
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 281g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Stack
- not published
- Midsole
- FF BLAST PLUS with PureGEL
- Outsole
- Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber and AHARPLUS
- Upper
- Engineered knit with at least 75% recycled content
- Widths
- wide
Positioned as a plush max-cushion neutral trainer for long-distance road running, the Nimbus 28 Wide pairs FF BLAST PLUS foam with PureGEL for a soft landing and comes in a wide construction for roomier fit. Independent testing was not available in the evidence, so ride, durability and true real-world performance remain manufacturer-stated only.
Manufacturer describes a soft, cloud-like ride from FF BLAST PLUS and PureGEL (claimed 65% softer than standard GEL) at an 8mm drop; firmness and responsiveness are not independently verified.
Wide construction with an engineered knit upper that ASICS says softly wraps the foot; good for runners needing extra forefoot room, though independent sizing feedback is unavailable.
Neutral or underpronating runners wanting a soft, high-cushion shoe for long, easy road miles and recovery days, especially those needing a wide fit.
You want a firm, responsive, or fast shoe, need trail-specific traction, or require verified stability features.