ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 25: 100 MILE REVIEW

In today's video I review the ASICS Gel Nimbus-25 after running 100 miles in the shoe over the last few months. I share what's new, the key stats, my thoughts and opinions, as well as who I'd recommend them to. If you enjoyed the video please leave a like, consider sharing and subscribe to the channel for more running content.
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[@traildawg4242]

One of my favorites so far! Absolutely love them and their cushion.

[@TrevorNew]

Super helpful, I am newly running again so it's good to know this is a comfortable shoe, looking forward to picking up my speed. Thanks for the info!

[@terpreterin9777]

Exactly what i want to know, thanks Ben. Good content as always.

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks, appreciate the support

[@mckonal]

this was a nice review. great commentary to say that it would be ideal for a beginner marathoner. that's precious input.

[@Evil.Turkey]

I tried it today and loved it. So comfy.

[@phantomstrider]

Hoping this works okay on trails. Gel nimbus was the only one I could get in size 15 2e wide that was a decent jogger 😆 Great review! Thanks for the info

[@TheHutchRuns]

Great video Ben, I bought these with 15% off and free delivery at Sportsshoes, my first pair of 'easy run' shoes and had my first run today. They do exactly what it says on the tin and I love them, legs even felt better after the run than before. No good for picking up the pace but for easy runs (long or short) they're perfect!

[@OhWanya]

Such a great deal! I totally get what you mean ! They are not shoes meant for tempo

[@MysticalBenjaminRoss]

agreed. just got my first pair i love them

[@redcon1716]

Great shoe, I did get some hot spots the first two runs but made a sock change now they are one of my favorites

[@rygi23]

Just bought the Nimbus 25 after comparing them with the NB, Saucony and Hoka max cushion comparables. The Nimbus was the most expensive but I didn’t care everything about it felt better from top to bottom. I see a lot of people complaining about price, that aspect is the reason I only buy max cushion shoes they last longer making the price lower in the long run (pun intended).

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Max cushion used to be longer lasting. Not so much now. I've got years old hoka Stinson's I've done tens of marathons and training in, .still going.. But the newer models definitely break down loads quicker..and I mean something like ..2 marathons and you can tell the cushion has peaked ( worn in) and is about to tip into losing the cush.

[@chaseegozcue7637]

Another good review! Looks like a solid easy cruiser, but with a hefty price tag as that now seems to be the new norm. I'll look to snag a pair down the road once the fan fare has died down and they go on sale. Cheers!

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks chase :)

[@livegreatalways]

I just snagged a pair just yesterday at launch with 3-day 15% off. Super comfy shoe.

[@mr.h.9103]

Sold! I tried one on yesterday and I was very impressed by the step in feel. They let me run a bit in the store and it felt like the perfect balance between the Squishy Invincible 2 and More v4. Plus I like the 8 mm drop, vs the 4 mm drop in the More v4.

[@justcohen305]

Are they true to.size or did you have to go half size up?

[@mr.h.9103]

@@justcohen305 For me they were true to size at 11.5 US. I have borderline wide ish foot as well so sometimes I have to go up to 12. However, the Nimbus 25 felt great true to size for me.

[@filoIII]

I think you just sold me on these when you said a cross 'tween Invinc and More. I have Invinc 1 and More v3. I'm also a fan of 6-8mm drop, and not so much the 4, nor the 10, though I think I like the 10mm drop more than a 4.

[@awkc63]

I've been wearing the Nimbus lineup since the Nimbus 7, and the 25s here have a lot for me to be considered one of the best. Asics went big on this design, we shall see how it stands up over the year. Can't wait for them to finally show up in Canada... Any day now... Come on.

[@OhWanya]

I don’t know from your side of Canada but I’ve been able to order from atrsports! It has free shipping and a good selection of colour(better than in store). In my first order I’ve even save on top 10%off . I havent seen the brand in the Quebec province. All the best even though I m confident that you had the chance to snatch a pair in the last 5 month!

[@awkc63]

@@OhWanya It became regularly available back in early May.

[@Selsmittenxo]

Yea I just bought the anniversary nimbus and after conversion is 230 plus tax 😢

[@FoodFitnessAlways]

Thanks Ben, I've just bought these shoes and I was hoping you'd say this would be a great daily trainer/marathon shoe!

[@davidrosenthal5795]

Feel great. I am sticking with my Superblast however as I love them. Nimbus will be my work shoe, feels so good standing. Superblast is terrible for standing or walking but I love ‘em for running.

[@leesoutheast]

Interesting, I use Superblast for all my workouts at the moment but was tempted to get Nimbus for slow base mileage. Would you say it’s not worth it? I do love my Superblast but shoe addiction gets the best of me sometimes 😂

[@madridiguy1713]

Thanks Ben for the review 👍🏼

[@zeniktorres4320]

Not familiar with running shoes, out shopping, I saw an small elderly lady wearing a shoe that looked soft and comfy when she was walking, and me being a light person too, I asked her if I could take a photo of the shoe, came back, checked and it was the Asics Nimbus 25. I going to try this shoe. This review reaffirms what I saw.

[@matthiassventoest6800]

solid intro beats…let’s go

[@filoIII]

I found the 24 to be mostly comfy and quite quick. The 24 is the best Nimbus to date, but I'm interested in these.

[@Cheekybill]

I’ve been running for 4 and a half yrs, I started at 6 and not long ago I turned 11!

[@hellomateo]

Hi Ben! Your videos are the most entertaining and informative, that's why you are my favorite running KZbinr. With that being said, I think you should invest in a new camera to improve the production quality of your content. The Insta 360 x3 and ONE RS are good options :)

[@BenIsRunning]

😂 thanks. It’s mainly a matter of weight, the insta360 go2 I use I can bring along with me with no issues. Cameras suggested are great your right but far to bulky for uses in races ect so it’s a bit of a trade off I’m afraid

[@nejcpilih]

how would you compare this Gel-Nimbus 25 to the Hoka Mach 5? I'll be buying me a new pair in February and I am looking for something I can use mostly on road and maybe a bit of off-roading and it should be good for doing runs up to a half marathon for now and your reviews of both seem really good. ☺ Thank you and thank you for the videos and good luck in Osaka💪

[@hkim9151]

I got the nimbus 22, 23 and 24. So I will be looking forward to buy this nimbus 25 when my 24 is done. 😊

[@BenIsRunning]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Do you have a comparison update now ?

[@yijuntey]

Hey Ben, a bit of an irrelevant question but what is the camera u use to film ur runs (those selfie clips) and do u use any external mics?

[@ciluburkhardt5763]

Here in Germany, the Asics Gel Nimbus 25 costs 200 euros. Saucony Triumph 20, they dropped from 160 to 130. So a good alternative

[@jimbeam4736]

And the crazy thing is, that they are still that expensive after 7 month^^ at least if you want to wear the 4e version and don´t want a shoe that has been returned by 50 people.

[@ardaarda3197]

Hello. Thank you for your reviews and comprehensive help. Can I know your foot length and the shoe size you use in Nimbus 25 so that I can have a reference?

[@ronmccarthy977]

I have an 8 mile downhill relay race leg coming up. Would you recommend these or the Superblast for something like that? I want to be comfortable but able to pick up the pace downhill. Great review btw. I love the way these shoes look!

[@leesoutheast]

Superblast is fast and comfortable, as far as I’m aware Nimbus are only meant for easy/slow efforts.

[@justin3017]

Great review! Would you recommend the Asics Nimbus 25 or the New Balance SC Trainer for long runs / easy recovery runs? Is one more versatile than the other? Thanks!

[@percrunner1433]

SC trainer is faster, but this fits better and is easier to do easy paces.

[@BenIsRunning]

The sc comp also has a carbon plate so assists you a little more than the nimbus. I’d consider speed work in the sec but not in the nimbus if that answers your question at all :)

[@aytacyolas5947]

Is this good for brisk walking, for fitness purposes? Thanks.

[@joannaczternastek6105]

I ordered mine at 3am the day they were released in the uk, wore them today, lovely shoe but I’m a novice runner not sure the £175 I paid gives me much difference to the Novablast - still love them though, reserving for long runs over a couple of hours only

[@BenIsRunning]

That’s some commitment 😂 for me these are a little more one shoe does all than the novablast but I have to agree, I’d pick a novablast 3 due the price difference and more responsive ride

[@norwidgie]

Buy it today and i Love them

[@santoshdash8679]

Nice review of the nimbus 25, but I want to know which Watch you are wearing ⏱️⌚️

[@jasoncoope4-ef6wg]

Hi mate are they better or just as good as the nike invincible 2s. I need a daily shoe with max cushion my pumas and pegasus are not that comfortable for my kegs after 10k

[@danielmoore9214]

They look glorious....

[@mf6532]

How would you compare them to the 1080v12? I would like to know before ordering. Thank you!

[@i.p2088]

Any idea when the Nimbus lite 4 is out?

[@Rio-uv1gs]

I wear Chuck Taylors casually but to run or walk i picked up the Nimbus 25. On my first wearI noticed was it was comfortable for a while then the bottom of my feet started aching. Does this shoe need to be broken in? .....My Chucks don't do this.

[@joeeason8823]

Hi mate, what’s your best sessions to improve your 10k time?

[@mavooruanilkumar]

Hello team thanks for the information on the asics gel nimbus 25 product. So my concern is I bought Nike shoe for 4k and after one year shoe cushion had gone and it is not giving any comfort now. So now I am planning to buy this asics gel nimbus 25 or 26 so can you tell me for how many years the cushion gel will be available in the shoe because as the cost of the product is very high so I am expecting the comfort and cushion and gel present in the product has to be sustained at least for 1835 working days. So can you provide an answer for my query by testing or by checking the same question to the company

[@FULLSENDFC]

how hard is it for shoetubers to show the material and quality of the insoles

[@edhare4572]

Another informative and fair review! Ben - do you have any discounts codes for pro direct running?

[@BenIsRunning]

Not at the moment but hopefully soon :)

[@ericgauthier3023]

Excellent review but we could have said: excellent for a first marathon or to celebrate the thirtieth... :)

[@user-tj1eo7cq7h]

Hi, nimbus 25 or wave sky 5? Want the most relaxing for long run. Best with comfort and foam Thanx

[@nickflemming-nichol908]

Good video, thanks. The problem with this shoe is the price. Pretty much the same use case as NB More v4 but £35 more expensive. Not worth it when there are very good alternatives so much cheaper.

[@BenIsRunning]

Fair enough Nick, I would love to know where the price increase has come from. Going to an asics even next week so I’ll ask this question as many clearly put off by the RRP with this one

[@nickflemming-nichol908]

@@BenIsRunning I'd be really interested to hear if you get any feedback on this. One angle which bothers me also is the fact in the US they're 160 dollars, so 130 pounds... what causes this mismatch?! The More v4 is 150 dollars, so about 123 pounds. Still paying more here but by a lot less.

[@AK-kn8xs]

How roomy is the towboat? I have nimbus 20 and its narrow. Thanks!

[@g3ne_111]

Hi Ben, can u do a video on non carbon plate shoe that you can run for half marathon and all those training? It would be great 😄

[@leesoutheast]

Superblast 👍🏻

[@flow104]

Between asics gel nimbus 25 and saucony triump 20 which is reccomended, both are almost the same price

[@akuelfoley5956]

do you think that for a marathon in 3h30 the nimbus 25 do the trick please?

[@daryl_sgn5322]

The sizing true to size ?

[@leechesterton6506]

It's amazing how we were sold a lie back in the day about racing shoes had to have a thin sole to be fast

[@davidrosenthal5795]

Not at all and not a lie. Tech changed science advanced. What was true before isn’t true any longer. So no one lied to you.

[@leechesterton6506]

@@davidrosenthal5795 tell that to me feet

[@leechesterton6506]

Would have loved a pair of these some years ago my knees wouldn't be so f*@ked now

[@SimonSez83]

Ben!! How long was your break-in period? And did you ever get a hotspot on the ball of your feet?

[@benbwaite9858]

Don't like them myself, not enough air flow as tight around the toes

[@vereira4048]

Between these and the invincible run 3s which ones would u say are more comfortable daily runners

[@andrewbell3476]

I have both - they are softer than the invincible 3s - more like the invincible 2

[@user-nh3dv9mu7r]

👍👍👍

[@Ruffnreddyrunner]

What were the blue socks in the slipping them on clip?.

[@BenIsRunning]

From a company called SHYU :)

[@mandartalvekar]

Would you recommend this to someone who is planning to do their first 50k and is just looking to complete it? Lots of rolling hills kind of a race.

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Tarmac Road ?. İf so I imagine they'd be fine.

[@stevedom1]

has it been scintifically shown that these type of softer, giving shoes are better for the leg muscles? You could think that they make it more like running on soft holding muddy field which could stress muscles more! What do you think?

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

I think there is truth in that .but not for everyone.. people especially doing long steady road often, may benefit from extra cushion... But essentially it's individual just like someone's gait. İmo

[@faith]

What's your age Ben?

[@brentdickie1422]

@BenisRunning if you had to pick one shoe for easy/long efforts to pair with Speed 3 would you go Nimbus 25 or Novablast 3? I just ordered both from Asics's but will likely send one back and I just cannot make up my mind as to which is better for daily miles

[@peterimmanuelking]

How would you compare the Gel-Nimbus 25 to the Nike invincible 3?

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

I walk past the Nike aisle ..other than for trendy day wear 😂

[@TheOneWhoServes]

Is this shoe good for running if you had a knee operation a while ago?

[@jasperherr8694]

I would recommend Bondi from Hoka for max cushion for your knees

[@Merritt7278]

Would you say it's better than the Saucony endorphin speed 3 ? That is my go to shoe for easy to mid runs at the moment.

[@BenIsRunning]

Different categories for me. I use the speed for tempo and intervals, this shoe for easy and long runs so it’s hard to make the comparison. Guess it comes down to preference

[@ARCANEmateCLAN]

Completely different feel, wouldn't compare the 2

[@pistopitpit]

I just got them and they are great but there is one big problem with them, they OVERHEAT a lot even when casual walking. I got breathable Nike dri fit socks and still it feels like my feet where put in the oven. It’s not even hot here in Scotland. So disappointing.

[@dominicoconnell1584]

Not a runner, a walker and have 2 pair of hoka elevon 2 coming to their end now, in a store tried on these and hoka bondi 8...ordered these asics online and should be with me midweek

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

How are they?

[@dominicoconnell1584]

@@Dee.K.Mikaelson the best trainers I've ever owned, in my opinion

[@T.P.1111]

How can I buy it from Israel

[@1iguerra]

How would you say this stacks up against the On Couldmonster?

[@BenIsRunning]

Similar in terms of where it fits into my rotation. I personally loved the monster and have run 100’s of miles in them so for me that shoes hard to beat. These are slightly more traditional and more comfort focuses where the monster is a little bit more suited to picking up the pace a little for me

[@user-uh1nm3dj4l]

As a beginner runner looking for comfortable and fun shoes, what do you recommend more Nimbus 25 / Sacconi Triumph 20 / Nike Invincible 3 / New Balance more v4?

[@ianogena6536]

+1

[@trun3149]

Think I will stick with the glide ride 3s . Sound similar and the price point is a lot lower.

[@davidlynch9049]

Not very similar. I have both. Glideride 3s are more nimble and agile and more responsive. They have a more pronounced rocker. I think they are better daily trainers. Nimbus 25 is exactly how Ben describes it: for newbies, long-run shoe, recovery day shoe

[@trun3149]

It’s funny because loads of other KZbinrs describe Glide ride 3s as the perfect long run show. Everyone sees thing’s slightly different I guess.

[@thomasgeremia2173]

Where did you get the matching socks?

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

😂😂

[@vareladaniel8]

Do you have high arch?

[@lukehowarth4498]

Gel nimbus 25 or Nike invincible 3 for a daily trainer?

[@Fozzee.1970]

Nimbus 25 looks better more stable.

[@TerryTibbs57]

Is this shoe good for underpronation?

[@ImpatientTurtle]

Do you think you'll use these or the invincible 3s more?

[@BenIsRunning]

Invincible 3 is more of a recovery shoe where as the nimbus seems suited more for my easy/long runs so probably will get more miles in the nimbus but both shoes will definitely be in my rotation. Big updates to both :)

[@ImpatientTurtle]

@@BenIsRunning Cheers mate.

[@brentdickie1422]

Hey Ben I’m looking strictly for an easy run/recovery run shoe which will be anywhere 5-6 min km pace. Would you recommend the nimbus 25 or another shoe. I use vaporflys to race, speeds for tempo-most training runs and I wanna throw a recovery shoe in the mix. Cheers

[@raymondng9107]

Hi Ben, how is this compared to invincible 3

[@BenIsRunning]

It’s a little firmer in terms of the midsole and a little more traditional :)

[@BenIsRunning]

The invincible 3 is very soft and ideal for recovery running, the nimbus has a little more firmness to the midsole which for me is better for my easy and long runs so they fall into slightly different categories. Both. If updates so guess it just comes down to preference. Think you’d probably get on well with either :) not sure I could pick between them at this point.

[@tracywatson3122]

Nimbus, Invincible or Monster for easy days????

[@paulmulks]

Glideride 3

[@msganga1974]

I respect all comments but I personally consider the thickness reduction of the tongue a mistake. If you have the 'navicular' area of your foot a bit prominent these shoes and even the Nimbus 24 are not comfortable at all. The Nimbus 23 were better in terms of comfort, this Nimbus 25 are better for the performance. Indeed the big soil is made to accumulate energy capable to transmit a push in your run...if the cushion were too soft the effect would be like sinking....This is why in spite of the shape they are overall less comfy. Still nice shoes though.

[@RunAndRes]

Haven't watched it yet, but for the sake of my bank account, I hope you say they're terrible! Just watched the video, might need to pick up an extra shift to get a pair 😅

[@MAAmer-dy7pw]

How big the toe box area? Is it roomy?

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Most ASICS are ...I believe. my son who's average build 19 year old has ASICS for this reason ( he's not fat feet or skinny feet ) but just average size man foot for age...if that helps ?😅

[@TheStlcards82]

How are these shoes while driving?

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Apart from they keep asking...are we there yet ? Kinda ok.😂

[@justcohen305]

Are these true to size or go half size up??

[@ARCANEmateCLAN]

Half up

[@finproductions]

Half down for me

[@John_Wood_]

Nice shoe but no chance i'm paying £175.

[@akremamara8349]

Wait for a while and you'll have them heavily discounted. I had the vaporfly next 1 for 165€ instead of 275€ and I got the 2s for a 150€ while they cost 250€ initially. Just a few months ago, I bought the Magic Speed from Asics for 70€ (retail price 160€) and I got the Novablast 2 LE as a replacement for free cause the product was defectuous.

[@latif87]

Military gets 40% discount

[@zaf2643]

I live in south east asia . The retail price of Nimbus 25 here is £135

[@pboll99]

Just bought it here in Norway for 210$

[@s0exclusive]

@@akremamara8349 where ?

[@Hez.cragzer]

Torn between these and adidas Boston 12

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Go for ASICS ( although I'm a hoka person in general) But addidas ( and Nike) in my eyes are not running (expert) shoes...but... before anyone attacks..this is my own opinion from doing over 100 marathon and trying different shoes.

[@Hez.cragzer]

@@Dee.K.Mikaelson thank you

[@halmo68]

Bonjour. Nimbus 25 ou invincible 3 pour le confort ? Merci beaucoup 😊

[@kessarinkullaphatkanon3695]

hi he has replied this question in another comment. Plz check it out. I think there are many people want to know as you do (I understand your French but my French is not good enough to reply you)

[@halmo68]

@@kessarinkullaphatkanon3695 merci ☺️

[@raybugz9275]

This shoe beat the fuel cell tech on new balance shoes.

[@asteriadragon]

£97 on Amazon now 24.05.2024

[@marky1974]

Looks like a Hoka Clifton!

[@BenIsRunning]

Feels pretty different to be honest. Midsoles in these id say have a lot less squishy feeling and more direct in energy return. Both super comfortable shoes though :)

[@fabsterun]

First

[@PoetWithPace]

🏆

[@BenIsRunning]

That’s my boy 🥇

[@Valerya7777]

Asics Novablast 3 are for me better shoes than Gel Nimbus 25 and at discount almost half the price. No brainer for me.

[@jasperherr8694]

Novablast 3 have poor traction. I ran behind a group of sweaty men leaving a trail of sweat in front of me. Needless to say I wasted a lot of energy trying not to slip

[@TMCP-l4h]

3rd

[@BenIsRunning]

🥉 👏🏻

[@bloatedtonydanza7798]

Looks heavy just by you struggling to hold that huge turquoise brick 😂

[@janedoe-ud8ii]

I got 4 ulcers wearing this shoe😢

[@MR-wh5wp]

Not a fan of the big heel. Especially being a forefoot runner.

[@BenIsRunning]

This is certainly a max cushion shoe so I’m guessing not for you

[@Lalo_Runs]

Nimbus25 or Invisible3??

[@ojmotswane]

Invincible*

[@Lalo_Runs]

@@ojmotswane okay. Ordering them right now

[@ojmotswane]

@@Lalo_Runs let us know how it goes.

[@Lalo_Runs]

@@ojmotswane do you have them?

[@ojmotswane]

@@Lalo_Runs unfortunately not, they are still listed as coming soon in my region, South Africa.

[@alexanders4911]

Is it wide enough for a handsome Bigfoot?

[@itsahardmuttlife9263]

Do you work with ASICS or have a relationship with them?

[@PoetWithPace]

100 miles in 2 months? Not your everyday runner then Ben? 🤔

[@BenIsRunning]

I’ve had this launch colorway since the 2nd Jan so 100miles in just under a month :) the white version I received unfortunately wasn’t the right size so took me a little longer get the full review made than planned 😊

[@PoetWithPace]

@@BenIsRunning ahhh, i see. All set of the big one in Japan?

[@rogermaris9021]

2nd

[@PoetWithPace]

🏆

[@BenIsRunning]

🥈

[@datdudeinred]

Why the hell it's so expensive in uk? Fuck It's $160 here in usa & i was thinking its a little bit high.

[@QronoZ713]

Taxes in EU. And with UK I guess Brexit.

[@QronoZ713]

Most shoes cost 50-100$ more

[@datdudeinred]

@@QronoZ713 yeah same case with India too. So fucked up taxes.

[@QronoZ713]

@@datdudeinred At least here taxes goes to good stuff, like healthcare etc.

[@BenIsRunning]

@@QronoZ713 🇸🇪 🙌🏻

[@theghostofpcs2391]

170 pounds almost sounds decent (almost), compared to the 200 euro that it costs here.

[@illlli9114]

That’s because ‘150 isn’t that bad’ and ‘it’s only £20 more than £150’ - pricing strategy 101 aha

[@Eirikkinserdal]

And 170£ is 190€ now

[@PoetWithPace]

Bonkers pricing for a daily trainer. I got a Nike Invincible for £45, which is great for daily mileage 👍🏼

[@theghostofpcs2391]

@@illlli9114 Yeah, absolutely ridiculous.

[@QnA22]

Also 200 Euro in Mongolia... which is almost next to Japan. Not cool.

[@user-bj3ug6dw8h]

Horrible shoe wore for 3 runs each time after 5k I have gotten blisters your feet can’t breathe in them there now I very expensive walking shoe would not recommend these to anyone

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Sizing is crutial too regards blisters ... slippage is a cause as much as tight areas....as you may know anyway.