Asics Men's Gel-Nimbus 28 Running Shoes - Vital Green - 8 (42.5)
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Description
Asics Men's Green Gel-Nimbus 28 Running Shoes in Size 8, Sports Direct. ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 is one of the most comfortable shoes in the ASICS running range. A redesigned engineered knit upper softly wraps your foot and keeps it comfortable, with an updated heel design, tongue loop and pull tab makin...
Highlights
- Updated engineered knit upper with a modern look
- Hybrid ASICSGRIP outsole (ASICSGRIP rubber + AHARPLUS) for grip and durability
- OrthoLite X55 sockliner for step‑in comfort and moisture control
- FF Blast Plus foam cushioning – light, responsive, cloud‑like feel
- PureGEL heel insert – approx 65 % softer than standard GEL
- Weight 281 g, heel offset 8 mm, stack height ~43.5 mm Upper contains ≥75 % recycled content Solution‑dyed sockliner saves ~33 % water and ~45 % carbon vs conventional dye Reflective details for night‑time visibility
Key specifications
- Colour
- Vital Green
- UK Size
- 8
- EU Size
- 42.5
- Weight
- 281g
- Heel offset
- 8mm
- Upper recycled content
- at least 75%
- Sockliner material
- OrthoLite X55
- Sockliner water usage reduction
- approx 33%
- Sockliner carbon emissions reduction
- approx 45%
Pros
- Lightweight at 281 g for a cushioned trainer
- Dual‑layer cushioning (FF Blast Plus + PureGEL) gives soft yet responsive feel
- Hybrid outsole provides reliable grip on wet and dry surfaces
- OrthoLite X55 sockliner manages moisture for a cooler foot
- Upper made with ≥75 % recycled content reduces environmental impact Solution‑dyed sockliner lowers water and carbon use in production Reflective details aid visibility during early‑morning or evening runs
Cons
- Only offered in the Vital Green colourway Heel offset of 8 mm may be higher than runners who prefer a low‑drop shoe
Frequently asked questions
What size is this shoe?
UK size 8, which corresponds to EU 42.5.
Is the shoe suitable for wet conditions?
The outsole combines ASICSGRIP rubber and AHARPLUS to give advanced grip on various terrains, including wet surfaces.
How does the cushioning feel?
FF Blast Plus foam provides a light, responsive ride while the PureGEL heel layer adds extra softness, described as about 65 % softer than standard GEL.
Are materials environmentally friendly?
At least 75 % of the upper uses recycled content and the sockliner is solution‑dyed, reducing water use by roughly 33 % and carbon emissions by roughly 45 %.
Price history
Lowest price for Asics Men's Gel-Nimbus 28 Running Shoes - Vital Green - 8 (42.5) over the last 90 days.
Lowest price in 90 days
- Current lowest
- £130.00
- 90-day low
- £130.00 (17 Sept)
- 90-day high
- £145.00
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