Step into a soft and luxurious run with the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 26. What was one of the best running shoes of 2022 gets even better with a more supportive fitting engineered mesh upper and increased durability from a hybrid ASICSGRIP outsole. The ASICS GEL-Nimbus 25 brought a modern look and feel to the Nimbus line with bouncy FF Blast ECO foam and a rocker-shaped platform for a soft smooth ride. If you loved that – and a whole lot of runners did – you’ll love the new GEL-Nimbus 26.

WHY PACERS CARRIES THESE SHOES:

The ASICS GEL-Nimbus is a classic, reliable running shoe trusted by runners looking for a lot of cushion to keep their legs feeling fresh after every run. These running shoes are made for easy paces of all distances and are a great shoe for marathon training. Last year, the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 25 revamped the line into a modern and sleek running shoe with the step-in feel and premium cushioning that have long made the Nimbus one of the most popular shoes in running. The new GEL-Nimbus 26 takes everything runners loved about the Nimbus 25 and wraps it in an engineered knit upper for a more supportive fit.

WHAT’S NEW:

By many accounts, the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 25 was one of the best shoes of 2022, and good news: the GEL-Nimbus 26 mostly just tweeks the winning formula from the previous model. An updated tongue and engineered knit upper creates a softer fit with a more supportive hold around the midfoot. An FF Blast ECO midsole is slightly firmer than last year’s version and still delivers all the bounce runners loved about the Nimbus 25. Lastly, a new ASICSGRIP and AHAR outsole improves the traction and durability of the shoe.

WHO THESE SHOES ARE FOR:

• Runners of all abilities seeking a highly cushioned running shoe for easy runs and long runs
  
  
• Walkers of all abilities
  
  
• People who stand on their feet all day for work

WHAT’S IN THESE SHOES:

• FF Blast ECO – Bouncy cushion for soft landings and responsive toe-offs, made with 24% bio content.
  
  
• PureGEL – Gel padding in heel cushions the foot for softer landings.
  
  
• Engineered knit – Soft feeling stretchy upper wraps the foot.
  
  
• Hybrid ASICS Grip – ASICSGRIP and AHAR outsole rubbers provide excellent traction and durability.
  
  
• OrthoLite X-55 – Padded sock liner improves step-in comfort.

HOW THEY FIT:

• SIZE: True to size
  
  
• HEEL: Locked in (padded heel collar provides a secure lockdown)
  
  
• MIDFOOT: Moderate (stretchy upper and tongue provide a secure and flexible fit)
  
  
• FOREFOOT: Roomy (stretchy knit upper provides plenty of wiggle room) 

HOW THEY COMPARE TO OTHER SHOES:

• CUSHION: The ASICS GEL-Nimbus 26 has a high level of soft and bouncy cushion. For a less cushioned experience, we recommend the or the .
  
  
• PRONATION: The ASICS GEL-Nimbus 26 is a neutral shoe and is not designed for overpronators. For a similarly cushioned running shoe for overpronators, we recommend the .
  
  
• SPEED: The ASICS GEL-Nimbus 26 has too much soft cushion for faster runs. For harder efforts like tempo runs and workouts, we recommend the or the .
  
  
• OTHER BRANDS: Shoes from other brands similar to the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 26 are the , , and . 

SPECS:

• Weight: Women’s 9.2 oz. | Men’s 10.7 oz.
  
  
• Offset: Women’s 8 mm | Men’s 8 mm