The Asics Gel Nimbus 24 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The ASICS Gel Nimbus 24 is a versatile running shoe designed for recovery runs and shorter distances like 5k events. With a new midsole that enhances comfort, this model offers substantial support during prolonged wear.

This shoe is particularly suitable for runners seeking a reliable option for long recovery days, thanks to its notable cushioning features. The cushioning technology is engineered to provide optimal comfort while maintaining performance across various running scenarios.


Pros

  • Cloud-like comfort
  • Fits true to size
  • Beautifully padded upper
  • Great heel cup
  • Good lockdown
  • Stable on any terms
  • Responsive midsole

Cons

  • Bottoming out in the forefoot
  • Grip isn’t too reliable

Key Features

  • I.G.S (IMPACT GUIDANCE SYSTEM) TECHNOLOGY: Enhances the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe-off by employing linked componentry.
  • FLUIDFIT UPPER: Combines multi-directional stretch mesh with stretch reinforcements for a glove-like fit that adapts to your foot.
  • REARFOOT AND FOREFOOT GEL BRAND TECHNOLOGY CUSHIONING SYSTEM: Attenuates shock during impact and toe-off phases, allowing movement in multiple planes during your gait cycle.
  • GUIDANCE LINE MIDSOLE TECHNOLOGY: Features a vertical flex groove that decouples the tooling along the line of progression, enhancing gait efficiency.
  • ORTHOLITE X-40 SOCKLINER: Offers higher rebound properties, excellent moisture management, and breathability.

Specifications

  • Sole material: Synthetic Rubber
  • Outer material: Mesh
  • Inner material: Mesh
  • Closure type: Lace-Up

Asics Gel Nimbus 24 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

ASICS Gel Nimbus 24 ASICS Superblast 2 ASICS Gel Nimbus 27 Hoka Skyflow
Price $160 $200 $165 $160
Pace Daily running Daily running Daily running Daily running
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Weight lab Weight brand 9.3 oz / 265g 8.9 oz / 252g 10.5 oz / 299g 9.9 oz / 282g
Drop lab Drop brand 8.7 mm 8.2 mm 8.3 mm 8.7 mm
Strike pattern Heel Heel Heel Heel
Size True to size True to size True to size True to size
Midsole softness - Soft Balanced Soft
Difference in midsole softness in cold - Small Small Normal
Toebox durability - Good Decent Decent
Heel padding durability - Good Good Good
Outsole durability - Good Good Good
Breathability - Breathable Moderate Breathable
Width / fit Medium Medium Medium Medium
Toebox width - Medium Medium Narrow
Stiffness Stiff Stiff Stiff Stiff
Torsional rigidity - Stiff Stiff Stiff
Heel counter stiffness - Moderate Stiff Stiff
Rocker
Heel lab Heel brand 38.7 mm 42.8 mm 42.7 mm 39.3 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 30.0 mm 34.6 mm 34.4 mm 30.6 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Orthotic friendly
Season - Summer All seasons Summer
Removable insole
Ranking Top 35% Top 21% Top 48% Top 31%
Popularity Top 46% Top 7% Top 5% Top 39%