Evidence-led comparison · not a wear test
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 vs Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
There is not enough comparable, verified evidence to name a winner between Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 and Asics Gel-Nimbus 26. Use the historical values as research leads, then confirm the source and try the fit.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 is catalogued for long runs. Its older specifications have not been reverified; treat this page as a starting point for research, not an independently tested recommendation.
Availability not verified
Specs and buying guide →Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26 is catalogued for long runs. Its older specifications have not been reverified; treat this page as a starting point for research, not an independently tested recommendation.
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Specs and buying guide →Specifications at a glance
Historical values are labeled, not newly verified. Prices are snapshots—not MSRP or live offers. Higher stack, lower weight and carbon construction do not establish a better shoe.
| Specification | Asics Gel-Nimbus 25Historical · verify first | Asics Gel-Nimbus 26Historical · verify first |
|---|---|---|
| Intended category | long runs | long runs |
| Weight | 10.2 oz | 10.7 oz |
| Heel stack | 39.5 mm | 42 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 31.5 mm | 34 mm |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Recorded price | 150 USD | 160 USD |
| Stability category | neutral | neutral |
| Cushioning category | soft | soft |
| Carbon reinforcement | No | No |
| Performance foam category | Yes | Yes |
| Availability | Availability not verified | Availability not verified |
What the measurements actually change
Weight
Gel-Nimbus 25: 10.2 oz; Gel-Nimbus 26: 10.7 oz. At least one record is historical or lacks comparable source evidence; do not treat this as a verified difference.
Heel stack
Gel-Nimbus 25: 39.5 mm; Gel-Nimbus 26: 42 mm. At least one record is historical or lacks comparable source evidence; do not treat this as a verified difference.
Forefoot stack
Gel-Nimbus 25: 31.5 mm; Gel-Nimbus 26: 34 mm. At least one record is historical or lacks comparable source evidence; do not treat this as a verified difference.
Drop
Gel-Nimbus 25: 8 mm; Gel-Nimbus 26: 8 mm. At least one record is historical or lacks comparable source evidence; do not treat this as a verified difference.
When to shortlist Gel-Nimbus 25
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 is catalogued for long runs. Consider it for sustained training outings. Test toe room, heel hold and underfoot comfort as your feet warm up; stack height alone cannot establish comfort late in a run.
When to shortlist Gel-Nimbus 26
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26 is catalogued for long runs. Consider it for sustained training outings. Test toe room, heel hold and underfoot comfort as your feet warm up; stack height alone cannot establish comfort late in a run.
Is the newer version worth upgrading to?
Both belong to Gel-Nimbus. Start with what you want to change about your current pair: fit, intended use or a specific construction detail. Read each source-linked model overview below for documented changes. Older or unpublished specifications prevent a complete like-for-like upgrade claim. If your current shoe works well, a new version number alone is not a reason to replace it.
Price and value—not a live deal comparison
Gel-Nimbus 25: 150 USD; Gel-Nimbus 26: 160 USD. These are recorded offers, potentially from different dates, colors or clearance periods. They are not necessarily launch prices. Check both source links for matching size/width, current price and return policy before deciding which offers better value.
What this comparison cannot establish
We have not independently measured fit, outsole grip, energy return, comfort or durability for this pair. The absence of a rating is not a poor score. No universal winner, injury-prevention claim or race-time improvement is inferred from carbon construction, foam classification or stack height.
Questions before buying
Which is better: Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 or Asics Gel-Nimbus 26?
There is not enough comparable, verified evidence to name a winner between Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 and Asics Gel-Nimbus 26. Use the historical values as research leads, then confirm the source and try the fit.
Which of these shoes is lighter?
Gel-Nimbus 25: 10.2 oz; Gel-Nimbus 26: 10.7 oz. At least one record is historical or lacks comparable source evidence; do not treat this as a verified difference.
Should I upgrade within the Gel-Nimbus series?
Both belong to Gel-Nimbus. Start with what you want to change about your current pair: fit, intended use or a specific construction detail. Read each source-linked model overview below for documented changes. Older or unpublished specifications prevent a complete like-for-like upgrade claim. If your current shoe works well, a new version number alone is not a reason to replace it.
Are the listed prices and availability current?
Gel-Nimbus 25: Availability not verified. Gel-Nimbus 26: Availability not verified. Gel-Nimbus 25: 150 USD; Gel-Nimbus 26: 160 USD. These are recorded offers, potentially from different dates, colors or clearance periods. They are not necessarily launch prices. Check both source links for matching size/width, current price and return policy before deciding which offers better value.
Is this a hands-on review?
Specification-based buying guidance, not a hands-on review. Running Warehouse is our primary specification source. Categories and buying considerations are editorial interpretations, not measured performance. We do not invent comfort scores, durability mileage, fit tests or race-time gains.
Sources, checks and editorial standards
Specification-based buying guidance, not a hands-on review. Running Warehouse is our primary specification source. Categories and buying considerations are editorial interpretations, not measured performance. We do not invent comfort scores, durability mileage, fit tests or race-time gains.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25
Historical data · not reverified
No verification date recorded.
Measurement size and source comparability not verified.
- Historical catalog record: recheck every measurement and price against a current retailer or manufacturer listing before a buying decision.
- Existing generated scores and mileage estimates are not evidence and are not published as measured facts.
A source citation is not available for this record.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
Historical data · not reverified
No verification date recorded.
Measurement size and source comparability not verified.
- Historical catalog record: recheck every measurement and price against a current retailer or manufacturer listing before a buying decision.
- Existing generated scores and mileage estimates are not evidence and are not published as measured facts.
A source citation is not available for this record.
Published by RunAnalytics. Sources are checked on the dates shown, not continuously. Spot an error? Send the model, disputed field and a source link. We retain older records for comparison, but do not label them as newly verified.