Asics Gel Nimbus 24 Multi-Tester Review: Lighter, softer and bouncier than ever

[@bigbluenationsmith2489]

I was first introduced to asics when I was going through basic training for the United States Army in 2004. That was one of the shoes to choose from. And I have have never purchased anything else. I just purchased asics nimbus 24. And yes I paid $160.00 US dollars. Plus tax. I have worn them around the neighborhood and put on about 20 miles I would say. so far they are a very comfortable shoe. Although I am a little concerned about the foam. All other asics I have owned last about five years. I average about five miles a day walking over sidewalks. I sure hope I get the same use out of the nimbus 24s.

[@snowffle3603]

Any updates on durability?!

[@bigbluenationsmith2489]

I wore the shoes at Disney for five days and they were really comfortable. The only thing I noticed was on wet ground they didn’t have much traction. I highly recommend wearing compression socks. I wore them with the shoes and that helped tremendously. We are going to universal in October of 2023 and I will be wearing these shoes on that trip as well. I did purchase another pair of shoes as a backup. But the nimbus were more comfortable.

[@andrewnorton8691]

Scored a bargain for these today. £50 from Sports Direct for the electric blue colour way. All the others still at £130. Hopefully going to stay good for a few months, as I got stung with some Hokas which are comfy but do not last long.

[@secretagent07]

Yep! The stretchy tongue is a really great improvement. Holds the top well. I hope Asics keeps this part for future designs. Else I think 24 is made for comfort and made to last. Nothing else

[@uptone12111]

Old guy having calf cramps/strains.Hoping these will help out with that.I need to have my gait checked as I believe I run maybe flat footed

[@MiracleWarriors]

Did you feel that the Gel-Nimbus 24 is more nimble and seems faster then the previous version ? Because the Gel-Nimbus 23 was extremely comfortable, probably most comfortable middlesole from 2021 ... But for running it was not good ,was way too soft and too much energy wasted in every foot contact to the ground. Amazing to walk around for sure though.

[@TheRunTesters]

Hey (Mike here), I unfortunately haven't run in the 23, but wouldn't say 24 was particularly fast in my testing. Mostly comfortable and soft cushioning, but not one I'd say I would turn to for any sort of speed work. Sure Nick will share his thoughts as well!

[@mickyward3716]

You can definitely pick up the pace more so then the 23's infact I found them very similar to the nova blast 2 but way more stable. I gave away my nova blast 2 after getting the 24's they just fit better and feel more nimble and the gel works well in protecting the knees.

[@AaronMarshal]

I just got some Nimbus Lite 3's as my first proper running shoes (coming from ultraboost 19&21's) few runs in and they feel nice. Not sure if there's much difference between the Lite 3 and 24 but would love to see your thoughts on the lite 3.

[@alimuzhussain8394]

Mike doesn’t look like a runner Mike needs to cut down on chappatis and pakoras 😉

[@phylosophdotcom]

Hi guys! Have you tested Velocity 2 yet and how does it compare to Velocity 1?

[@samsaksham1030]

Please Compare - ASICS Gel Kinsei blast BETWEEN Gel Nimbus 24

[@xx7legion7xx99]

Are these true to size or do they run tight?

[@junak777]

Just one objection to Nimbus 24. When I tried it, its mesh rubbed along the metatarsal part. Other than that, awesome, superb. I really hate when that happens. Ruin piece of art. But for reasons above I probably take Brooks Glycerin GTS. (don't know whY Glycerin 20 has more points than the GTS version..)

[@nikosnikos4959]

as for every previous version, nimbus are very unlikely to get in relatively fast runners' radar, not even for recoveries. Especially in these pricetags. If you run at race pace slower than 5min/klm, you might be interested, because they are usually built to last

[@wallgoingaway6566]

what do you reckon is a recovery shoe for faster runners?

[@nikosnikos4959]

well in this brand, novablasts are cheaper lighter faster and equally cushioned

[@nikosnikos4959]

nimbus lite are also more appropriate

[@tadejdanev5030]

my pace is just around 6min/km....90kg weight...recommend them?

[@LuisRamos-qw1gj]

I like more the novablast 3.