Asics Gel Nimbus 25

A piece of renovation presented by the queen of cushioned running shoes, your Majesty Asics Gel Nimbus 25. It has definitely gone from being a "traditional" running shoes to embracing the new standards of maximalism with a modern design, perhaps even a little daring. It still has a Gel™ unit (well, PureGel™ which is the umpteenth evolution of the same concept taking advantage of experience and new material technologies) but only on the rear and not visible from the outside. For the rest, the segment to which it is directed does not change: neutral runners who seek the greatest possible cushioning, always pulling soft and willing to pay money that is not exactly cheap. That everyone draws their conclusions about whether it is worth what it costs, 25 editions seem to have something to say about it.

There are so many changes compared to the previous edition Gel Nimbus 24 that the only thing that remains is the spirit. The upper cut presents a spectacular design, not only because of its apparent simplicity without distorting elements, but also because of how well everything seems to fit, from the ventilation holes to the legendary logo of the Japanese brand on top-quality fabric. The new configuration of the collar around the ankle is striking, seeking a better fit without losing sight of a cushioning that will be liked by the most connoisseurs. What is not so clear is the usefulness of the pull tab on the back... It certainly helps to put the shoe on more easily but it seems a bit exaggerated.

The cool thing about the Asics Gel Nimbus 25 really is in the new and impressive midsole of the new compound FlyteFoam BLAST™ Plus Eco (yes, it sounds like a joke but it is what it is) that apart from promising the usual (great comfort, rebound, blablabla) as it joins the sustainable trend and is partially made from recycled materials, all for signaling. If we add to this the extra 6 mm that have been inserted, it turns out that the shoe is quite "soft", which many translate as "comfortable" but that it can have a slightly "taffy" touch " for others. Nor can we ignore the raised design both on the front and on the back to favor a smoother transition that is reminiscent of other competitors such as the Hoka One One Clifton 9, lowering the drop to 8 mm. The new outsole is also very interesting, with a more durable AHAR+ at the rear and rubber at the front, we will need to see how it behaves or at least gather feedback from unbiased runners. Let's go for a run.