Asics will launch the Gel-Nimbus 29 globally on 1 December, priced at $170 in the United States and sold through asics.com. The latest version of the brand's flagship maximum-cushioned trainer replaces the midsole compound used in the Nimbus 28 with a new foam called FF Luxe Plus, which Asics describes as lightweight and plush and tuned for softness rather than energy return.
The shoe weighs about 279g in the men's version and 238g in the women's, according to launch information. The brand has not published stack height or drop in the material seen so far, so the most useful comparison with the Nimbus 28 will have to wait for lab measurements and wear testing. Indian pricing has not been confirmed.
Beyond the foam, the outsole geometry has been reworked with a wave pattern intended to let the midsole compress more fully under load. The heel retains standard PureGEL cushioning, and the Hybrid Asicsgrip outsole has more rubber coverage for traction and durability. The upper moves to a new engineered mesh with a knitted tongue, a ribbed collar and a pull tab.
The positioning is notable in a market that has been dominated this autumn by racing shoes. Reebok, Puma and Saucony have used the season to introduce new racers, and Nike and Adidas have been broadening availability of their flagship models. A soft daily trainer at $170 is aimed at a different runner: the person logging high weekly mileage who cares more about comfort than a stopwatch.
The change of foam is the most significant alteration for version 29. Whether FF Luxe Plus delivers noticeably more comfort or better durability than its predecessor will be the central question for early reviews once pairs reach runners in December.