ASICS
BrooksWhich should you buy?
Choose the Gel-Nimbus 28 if you want the plushest, most pillowy ride for long and recovery runs.
Choose the Glycerin 23 if you want a steadier, harder-wearing premium cruiser, or need an extra-wide fit, and you'd rather save £15.
The Gel-Nimbus 28 is 25 g lighter than the Glycerin 23. It has 5.5 mm more foam under the heel. It costs £15 more at full price.
Side by side
| Spec | Gel-Nimbus 28ASICS | Glycerin 23Brooks |
|---|---|---|
| Review score | 86/100 (2 reviews) | 86/100 (2 reviews) |
| Type | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight (men's UK 8.5) | 278 g | 303 g |
| Heel stack | 43.5 mm | 38 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Cushioning | Plush | Soft |
| Bounce | Lively | Lively |
| Plate | No plate | No plate |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Fit | True to size | True to size |
| Widths | standard, wide | standard, wide, extra wide |
| Waterproof version | No | No |
| UK RRP | £180 | £165 |
Weights are for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5. Prices are UK RRPs; shops often sell for less.
What the critics say
Gel-Nimbus 28
- Noticeably lighter than the Nimbus 27
- Softer, more comfortable upper
- Smoother, quicker transitions
- Less outsole rubber, so less durable
- Not much energy return for the price
Scores from RunRepeat, Road Trail Run.
Glycerin 23
- Very stable, supportive ride
- Soft, premium upper
- Tough, durable outsole
- Not especially springy or lively
- Heavier than the Glycerin 22
Scores from RunRepeat, Road Trail Run.
Paraphrased from published reviews.
What's new in each
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28: Around 7% lighter than the Nimbus 27, with a slightly softer, more sculpted FF Blast+ midsole, a softer engineered-mesh upper and less outsole rubber.
Brooks Glycerin 23: More DNA Tuned foam for a taller stack, a lower 8 mm drop (down from 10 mm) and a new knit upper. A little heavier than the Glycerin 22.
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