ASICS Women's Gel-Nimbus 27 Running Shoe - Recycled Mesh Comfort

Our review of the ASICS Women's Gel-Nimbus 27 finds it best suited to runners and walkers who prioritize longrun cushioning and environmental details. The single biggest reason to buy is the combination of soft, responsive underfoot feel and sustainable materials: the shoe pairs PureGEL and FF BLAST PLUS ECO foam for cushioned landings and toeoffs while the engineered jacquard mesh upper contains at least 75% recycled content. Reviewers repeatedly note a comfortable, wide toe box and reliable arch support, making this a solid everyday road running shoe for many users.

Key Features

• Engineered jacquard mesh upper: wraps the foot with a soft, breathable feel while using a high proportion of recycled material to reduce waste and emissions.
• Recycled main upper content: at least 75% of the shoe's main upper material is made with recycled content, lowering the product's environmental impact.
• Solution dyed sockliner: reduces water usage by about 33% and carbon emissions by about 45% compared with conventional dyeing, for a smaller production footprint.
• PureGEL technology: provides lightweight cushioning that helps create softer landings over pavement and longer distances.
• FF BLAST PLUS ECO cushioning: contains approximately 24% biobased content to deliver a softer landing and a snappy, responsive toeoff.

Who It's For

Runners and walkers looking for a highly cushioned road shoe that still feels responsive will appreciate the GelNimbus 27. The shoe is particularly useful for pavement miles, recovery runs, and long walks where arch support and a roomy toe box reduce foot fatigue.

Those who need a minimalist, ultralight racing shoe or require a very narrow fit should look elsewhere; the GelNimbus 27 favors cushioning and comfort over minimalism and is described by customers as having a wider toe box and substantial midsole foam.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Comfortable cushioning from the combination of PureGEL and FF BLAST PLUS ECO for softer landings and a responsive toeoff.
• Sustainable materials in the upper and sockliner reduce water use and carbon emissions compared with conventional processes.
• Wide toe box and supportive arch make it suitable for walking and longer pavement runs.
• Well made with good overall shoe quality and attractive color options reported by customers.

Cons

• Some users report occasional foot pain or cramping, so those with specific foot issues should try them on before committing.

Specifications

Model	GelNimbus 27
Gender	Women
Upper material	Engineered jacquard mesh (>=75% recycled content)
Cushioning technologies	PureGEL and FF BLAST PLUS ECO (approx. 24% biobased)
Sockliner process	Solution dyeing (reduced water and carbon emissions)
Primary use	Road running and walking

Our Verdict

The ASICS Women's GelNimbus 27 is a strong choice for runners and walkers who want plush cushioning, a roomy fit, and measurable sustainability in the materials. It delivers comfortable landings and a responsive toeoff while reducing environmental impact in the upper and sockliner production, making it good value for everyday pavement mileage and recovery runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these shoes good for long runs?
Yes. Many customers praise the cushioning and arch support for distance running on pavement, making them suitable for long runs and recovery miles.

Do they run narrow or wide?
The shoe is reported to have a fairly wide toe box and comfortable fit, so those needing a narrow racing fit may prefer a different model.

How are these shoes environmentally improved?
The main upper uses at least 75% recycled material and the sockliner uses solution dyeing, which reduces water use and carbon emissions versus conventional dyeing.