Asics Gel Nimbus 24 vs. Kayano 29: Which One? (Comparison)
These two popular running shoes from the Japanese brand differ primarily in terms of support.
The Nimbus 24 is a neutral running shoe, while the Kayano 29 is designed to offer advanced support and stabilize the ride to avoid overpronation.
The weight is similar, but the Nimbus offers a few millimeters more stack height. The cushioning is not so responsive on either shoe. However, they still offer a smooth ride with relatively easy transitions.
As a result, these two models are good picks for daily runs.
Also, note that the Kayano 29 (2022) provides softer cushioning than in the past, although both shoes use Asics’ latest foam technology, FlyteFoam Blast+.
Otherwise, both models use the same sole technologies for cushioning and grip on the road, such as AHAR+ rubber and GEL units.
Nimbus vs Kayano: the Verdict
We recommend the Nimbus, which is more flexible and less bulky on the foot unless you are specifically looking for stability shoes with good support to prevent overpronation.
Side-By-Side Comparison Table
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| Description | The Asics Gel Nimbus 24 is a staple of the Japanese brand that offers a comfortable and stable ride for daily runs. | The Asics Gel Kayano 29 is a convincing update to one of the most popular stability shoes. It keeps the stellar support of previous iterations while being more lightweight and responsive. |
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| Facts | ||
| Terrain | Road | Road |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Heel stack height | 26 mm | 25 mm |
| Forefoot stack height | 16 mm | 15 mm |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Weight (men) | 292 g | 299 g |
| Weight (women) | 255 g | 275 g |
| Features | Wide feet, Heavy runner, Recycled materials, Eco-friendly | |
| Athletes | ||
| Release year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Technologies | ||
| Outsole | ASICS High-Abrasion Rubber (AHAR) | |
| Midsole | FF BLAST PLUS | |
| Upper | Engineered Stretch-Knit | |
| Cushioning | ||
| Cushioning | Balanced | Soft |
| Responsiveness | Medium | Medium |
| Utilisation | ||
| Distance | Mid, 10K, Half marathon, Long, Marathon | |
| Speed | Slow, Moderate | |
| Workouts | Daily running | Daily running, Recovery |
