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ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28 vs Nike Vomero 18

The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.

Specs for ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28 and Nike Vomero 18
SpecASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28Nike Vomero 18
Type Max cushion Max cushion
Support Neutral Neutral
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 10 mm
Heel stack 43.5 mm 46 mm
Weight 281 g 325 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available — Yes

Which should you pick?

ASICS

Pick the GEL-NIMBUS 28 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 281 g vs 325 g
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Nike

Pick the Vomero 18 if…

On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.

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