The Gel Nimbus 27 is a neutral road running shoe utilising OrthoLite tech from ASICS.
The Gel Nimbus 27 is the most recent model in the family, and has a breathable construction, orthotic friendly and removable insole design. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation.
According to our analysis of reviews from experts around the world, it averages a review score of 81%. This puts it rated just above the median rating of comparable running shoes.
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released | ReleasedNov 2024 | Nov 2024 | Jul 2023 | Apr 2025 | ||
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Weight | WeightM: 306 g W: 264 g | M: 286 g W: 264 g | M: 269 g W: 241 g | M: 278 g W: 227 g | M: 264 g W: 230 g | M: 241 g W: 201 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot36 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm | M: 31 mm W: 30 mm | 34 mm |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop8 mm | 8 mm | 8 mm | 8 mm | 8 mm | 6 mm |
Heel | Heel44 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | M: 39 mm W: 38 mm | 40 mm |
Brand | BrandASICS | Saucony | Saucony | Hoka | ASICS | Mizuno |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeComfortableMaximalist | Maximalist | ComfortableMaximalist | ComfortableMaximalist | ComfortableMaximalist | ComfortableLightweightMaximalist |
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Rocker | Rocker | |||||
Carbon fiber plate | Carbon fiber plate | |||||
Techs | TechsASICS GelOrthoLite | ASICS Gel | ||||
Common characteristicsRoadDaily runningNeutralNeutral pronationFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strikeHigh archOrthotic friendlyRemovable insole |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+2156) |
Terrain | Road (+1449) |
Usages | Daily running (+1203) |
Brand | ASICS (+265) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1695) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1669) |
Strike Type | Fore/Midfoot strike (+1194)Heel strike (+1168) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1616) |
Shoe Type | Comfortable (+299)Maximalist (+485) |
Fit | Medium toe box (+920) |
Features | Breathable (+811)Orthotic friendly (+554)Removable insole (+537)Rocker (+212) |
Materials | Mesh (+1030)Reflective (+238) |
Techs | ASICS Gel (+144)OrthoLite (+25) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | 27 | |
Released | Nov 2024 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | M: 306 g W: 264 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 8 mm | |
Heel | 44 mm | |
Forefoot | 36 mm |