Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 Vs Hoka Clifton 9 | Which cushioned shoe should you pick up for daily training?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ค. 2024
- The Asics Gel-Nimbus and Hoka Clifton 9 are not necessarily shoes you might put in the same category, but both are options you might look at if your focus is comfort over daily training miles.
The Gel-Nimbus 25 sees some big changes from the previous version. As well as noticeably revamped aesthetics, the shoe now firmly sits in the max-cushioned category of running shoes. The new FF BLAST PLUS ECO cushioning, combined with Asics’ PureGel technology, aims to give a softer, more comfortable experience for easy and longer runs.
The Clifton 9 sees some modifications to its predecessor, specifically to make it lighter and to offer a higher level of cushioning. It’s a shoe designed for comfort over daily runs featuring a softer compression moulded EVA foam midsole, a breathable engineered knit upper and gusseted tongue.
Tom has tested the two shoes out to see how they compare for easy runs and comfortable daily efforts.
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00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Stats
00:56 - Design
01:59 - How's The Fit?
02:08 - The Run Test
07:06 - Verdict
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Really like the uppers on the Nimbus and the FFBlast+ in the forefoot is really cushioned where I need it. Really have enjoyed running in them. Nimbus feels much more plush than the Clifton.
I'm not a runner but am active and out walking all the time. I've gotten about 10 different sneakers recently and today got the Asics 25..For me..these are the most comfortable and by a wide margin. I'm very impressed with the quality and I feel they can be compared to a luxury German car brand..The Clifton 9's...maybe Volvo at best..boring but safe and decent. Just my .02 cents of course.
I like the Nimbus25. Very comfortable with good lock down. I prefer Nimbus25 over the Novablast3.
For myself that dose longg slow runs the nimbus is Leagues above the Clifton! They make me want to just keep on going for hours!
But the Clifton certainly have there place; easy to wear, can handle some light trails, great durability second only to brooks but with more saz than the dead feel of the glycerine foam.
Tried Nimbus 25 and Clifton 9 in stores, got the Nimbus 25 - it was on sale so only $125 ish. Very comfortable shoe!
I bet it's still feels brand new even now😊
Nimbus 25 is more comfortable than more v4 , 1080v12 and SC trainers or any Saucony or Nike shoe. In terms of comfort they are are the undisputed king.
For the price of the Clifton 9 $145, I’d add another $15 and get the Nimbus 25
Sustainable synthetic plastic upper mesh wrapping your feet can breath 3 over 5 and that makes shoe an oven for the feet even in spring season. I experienced it in a week. Pricey for an oven. Asics Gel Nimbus 25.
I've been running for 6 months in the Clifton 8, and tried on the Clifton 9 in the store and right off the bat. I felt that the foam was firmer than the cliff than eight and the toe in the front was narrower. I prefer the softer and wider toe box
I chose the nimbus 25 over the invincible 3 . My previous daily trainer shoe was the nimbus 24 . Nimbus 25 definitely felt more cushion and has a softer ride.
My last Clifton shoe was the clifton 3 .
Then why watch this video if you've already chosen?😂
Thanks for the comparisons even with 1080v12 cos I hated that shoe too wide toe box, inadequate forefoot cushion and outsole wore down too soon. I'm loving my N25 perfect shoe for comfort and mileage (always been Asics fan anyway) but always wondered about Hoka. Was not a big fan of C8 nor SG5
Ooh I caved and bought the C9! Sold a couple of used shoes and found a new pair at a very good deal at 42% discount! I still love to run in N25 as the gel does absorb a lot of shock and protects my ankles from past injuries. There is a stark difference in comfort with the C9 and I can't seem to run with ease as far as the N25 can take me. I've replaced the C9 insoles with "Nafoing" full gel ones, the orange and blue model, a China brand and my favorite insoles. Now the C9 got more rebound and softer landings, but I still prefer longer runs in N25 there's nothing out there quite like it.
The Nimbus 25 are my fave running sneakers to date. They are soooo comfortable. I love the extra cushion as I’m an avid runner. I ordered the Clifton 9’s but they never came :/ The overall consensus seems to be the nimbus 25s over the clifton 9s. The irony is the 9s actually costs more. You’d think it’d be the other way around. ASICS you have a winner! 🏆
Also I found the that Clifton midsole on my 8s soften up after a mile or so.
I returned the clifton 9 for the nimbus 25. I liked the clifton upper design, and the new midsole. I just didn't get along with the 5mm drop. They need to give it a 8mm with that new foam density as i felt like the heel compressed to much. The nimbus upper is really hard to beat, and the midsole is capable of just about any type of run. I actually prefer it to the novablast 3 for daily miles.
I just got the nimbus 25 for about 120 US dollars and I'm really impressed with the feel and weight. It has a soft and fluid ride.
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How would you compare the Puma Velocity 2 with the Clifton? Love your reviews. They are excellent.
I have Puma DN2 and love it. My longest run is 6miles so far but at 5 i felt a little like i wished there was an extra 2mm in forefoot (heavy runner). I'm hoping the N25 has a similar feel for underfoot comfort on longer runs. PDN2 works well with my foot, cushion, bounce, rebound, stability all have been the best so far out of what i have tried but i might need a bit more for long runs.
So Asics N25 or NB SCT2?
Clifton’s are known for being great not only for running but also standing/walking. Large # of nurses at work wear clifton’s. How does the Nimbus 25 do for walking/standing? I personally prefer lower cushion shoes for running. But my wife likes higher cushion shoes for long power walks pushing a baby in a stroller.
I like the Nimbus 25 but the first few runs it was really hard to get the lacing right and I would make it to tight. And the gusset seemed to hurt the outside of my right foot. But now that I got the lacing right I really like them
This happened to me as well, but after 2 runs I decided to return them. Didn't know it could be a lacing problem...
whats the right lacing?
@@tubbycustard8866 how you tie it. If it wasn't tied just right for my foot it would hurt
@@joshcontreras8821 right but was there a particular way or something or just tie it super tight??
@@tubbycustard8866 no I can't explain it. It's just right lol
I tested ON , HOKa and Asics and for me they were by far the best shoe
I use my Clifton (8s) for really slow runs (5:20/km and upwards). And then on days when I want to skip along a bit faster (for me that’s around the 4:40/km) I use my Triumph 19s which have fantastic pop and energy return. It’s nice to alternate between different heel/toe drops too. The Hoka Clifton in a 2E wide fit is like wear slippers. Unbelievable comfort.
I'm a heavier runner. I currently have a pair of Nimbus 24 and Speed 3's. The Speed 3's aren't doing as well for me. I'm not a fast runner. My faster training paces are around 8 minute miles while my long runs are around 9 to 9:30.
I have an issue with the speed 3's where I can feel something in the shoe, dead-center next to the ball of my right foot and only my right off and its just.. annoying. I had it in the Speed 2's as well. If I'm doing intervals, the speeds are enjoyable, but they're not holding up in my longer runs. I might grab another pair of nimbus or perhaps the clifton 9.
I know you didn’t ask for advice. But if you’re open to it, try to slow down on the easier runs.
May I ask which shoes you e.g. mean by saying a lot of others out there which ticking off the same as the nimbus 25 but are cheaper?
Hello, I can't speak your language May I ask a question that I am confused between the two shoes and I want to buy one of them. I practice cardio and walking daily, which is better? Please reply, thank you
Hokas as a whole SELL. Many people want to try them, hear their friends raving about them. Real popular with the teacher/first line/officer crowd.
There is a problem with hoka foams. They dry out and deform pretty fast. Also very inconsistent from batch to batch. I had three clifton 7s. All very diffrent in underfoot experience.
Other brands are not using pure eva. Some mix in olefin like ffblast plus. Some mix in tpu etc. This prolongs life and durability of the foams by alot. Hands down nimbus for this one. Its also very comfortable for walking.
Did you watch the review? We're talking Clifton 9 here bro. Apples vs oranges from the Clifton 7. Keep up!
Hi
Where would you place the triumph 20 in comparison ?
I have arthritis is both feet in my metatarsals. Which one of these would be best?
I enjoy the Nimbus 25 much much more than the Clifton..
Why?Could you go in details?
I put tons of miles in multiple pairs of different generation of Cliftons... about a year or two ago I stopped running in them... I felt like the innovation was falling behind on the Clifton. It's a good basic high stack daily trainer, but there are just better options out there nowadays for me.. The Nimbus being one of them.. More bounce and cushion.@@samygold100
thx for the insights. wondering.. do you ever replace the standard insoles with a molded insert or a off the rack insert? I've been doing that for years with asics road shoes but never have on my trail Hokas. Would love to save a bit of $ in not having to pay for the inserts. thoughts?
Here in the UAE, the Asics Gel Nimbus 25 is priced at a ridiculous 227$ in retail stores. The Clifton 8, a discounted shoe is still available at my local running store. I am thinking of purchasing the clifton 8 or the velocity nitro 2? Anyone cares to compare these?
Which one did you end up with and how is it?
Are the Nimbus 25's good for jumping rope and running in place? I'm just starting out and looking for a good, comfortable shoe.
If U have to pick 2 shoes.....nimbus, Clifton, 1080x, Brooks ghost max...for comfort walking/standing
Nimbus all day long, and twice on a Sunday.
I run 7 km day per day and i bought Gel Nimbus 25 in 133€ but i could buy Clifton 9 for 103€ is a good price but i prefer ASICS
I would expect the natural head to head legacy flag ship comparison would be the Nimbus vs the NB 1080. Am I wrong?🤔
I have the 1080v12 and I feel it doesn't handle distances above 10km well, the forefoot foam seems to decompress less, hurting my metatarsals. The outsole also wears down fast, at 50km I'm seeing as much wear as my Nimbus 24 at 350km. I don't recommend the v12 if you're looking to hold onto your shoes for as long as possible. I'm actually here looking for a replacement of v12.
@@DoNotLetThemStealYourJoy from reviews, I would guess the More V4 or Saucony Triumph. I am an older, 195 lb. jogger. For my feet, pace, and usual distances, the Saucony Triumph or Endorphin Speed, UA Infinite or Flow Velociti Wind, Adidas Adistar, Adios 6,7, or Boston 10,11 (after annoying break in period), Puma Magnify or Velocity 2, and Asics GlideRide or Novablast original, all work fine. Haven't run any Skechers, Hoka, or NB shoes. Would like to try the Mach 5, though.
@@stenblann9784 I have had the Skechers and loved the plush cushioning stack in the Max Cushioning series. The sparse rubber and exposed foam combo somehow were sticky and grippy even in the rain, my sister wore hers in the snow with no slippage. However, they wore down way too soon, at 50km they were around 70% flat so I'd think 100km is pushing it. I sell my shoes when they have around 25% life left usually healthcare workers buy them, or they'd have no resale value. Skechers are cheap but aren't worth it for the mileage. If foam is wearing down, it affects the entire geometry of the shoe. If insole wears down, you can replace it. I have narrow feet, female, and therefore Asics regular widths fit great. I've not tried all of Nike nor all of Adidas yet, but most of their distance runners and cross trainers don't fit me. Nike soles were particularly slippy on wet surfaces so that's out. Novablast 1,2 were too cushy and unstable - I think they suit true neutral strides, while I tend to supinate. Novablast 3 was slightly better but not as plush in the forefoot. The Nimbus 25 felt very good but I've heard mixed reviews on the outsole - I really need a reliable sticky one for it rains often here I could run in crocs if they made a good running shoe, so I'm curious about the Clifton 9. The 8 lasted just a little longer than my Skechers but the midsole wore down sooner. I replaced the insole with a gel patched one and wore it for another 80km before the outsole rubber flattened and wore the foam down. I didn't sell this pair but trashed it. The Clifton 9 has better outsole design and looks like it would last longer.
What shoe would you recommend for an Achilles tendon injury, been told I need a coushioned shoe for long/easy runs
I have achilles tendonitis and bought the nimbus 25 and it was really cushioned than the clifton 9. Unfortunately, my feet enjoys running with clifton 9 than the nimbus 25😞
Only you will know it, you will have to test all the shoes coz it might good for others but not to you like what happened to me.
Neither. I'd choose the Triumph 20, thanks
Thank you 🤩🤩🤩
Nimbus better than T20 for me.
Triumph is firm compared with the nimbus 25. If someone wants soft cushioned shoes, nimbus or more v4. If someone wants firm max cushioned, triumph. Even the endorphin shift 3(firm max cushioned) are softer than the triumph.
@@nicklas6973 Really interesting points in this thread. I ran a decade ago (reasonable level 16:30 5k / 77 HM wearing Asics only. Eg fast forwards 11 years I was 12kg heavier much slower had a gait analysis and have run in a pair Clifton/Bondis since. They ensured I ran on my mid foot/fore foot more than in Asics. I was shocked how much lighter they were and softer under foot than my memories of old school Asics Nimbus Kayano, the Clifton close to the weight of an Asics Ds Racer! Essentially the world of running shoes moved on. However, now running more consistently and in a fortunate position of being able to pick up most shoes half price I have kept seeing Saucony lauded above all other brands. I was hoping to purchase a pair of Triumph 20's but reading these posts am going to try them first. I've enjoyed the soft feel.of the Hokas. I twice (historically) have been affected by New Balance so won't go there. Your point about firmness of the Triumph is interesting. I'm still wondering bet they're not as firm as an old Asics trainer?! What are your thought?
@@michaelgriffiths305 they are not firm firm. It’s just that the nimbus 25 are softer( balanced cushion). That being said, I think the triumph is more versatile.
I've literally today gone and purchased the Nimbus 25 after a month with the Clifton 9. The 9 just feels too firm to me in the midsole (for my desired run-feel), though I intend to keep running with it when I want a bit faster paced run vs the more plush Nimbus 25 feel. I'm coming off of ~ 300 miles in Hoka Bondi 8, which are much more cushion-feeling than the Clifton 9. Anyway, to each his/her own, right?
Who wins between Cumulus 25 and Clifton 9?
Nimbus25🏆🏆🏆🏆
After running, my knees start aching slightly. Which shoes are best for me for running?..I'm slow runner..my weight is 102 kg..
Slow down your pace and ease with the distance
I tried both in store. And to me the clifton felt like too much cushion. The gel nimbus has the perfect amount.
In India, Nimbus is right now retailing for ₹9500($114),
Hoka Clifton 8 is for ₹7500($90).
Honestly Hoka Clifton 8(prev gen) is not worth it at this price, so I chose nimbus 25 over them!
But if hokas' come down to $70, I think they'll be worth it.
I started off loving the Nimbus 25 but now that I have about 45 mile in them the honeymoon appears to be ending. It is okay but not great.
I'm on about 100 miles and still doing great job as first mile
@@AmonRa420I pulled them back out a couple weeks ago and they are doing better for me then before. They are now back in my rotation.
Hoka mı esnek sağlam asics mi esnek sağlam dağda kullanmak için
I returned my nimbus 25 for the Clinton 9’s. My wife bought me a pair for my birthday and I wanted to compare it to a few other daily runners and for me the Clifton felt the best. No regrets 75 miles later!
I walk in both on hard pavements. Both cool, but Nimbus really soft and comfortable.
Which one has a wider/roomy toe box?
The Clifton has a bit more room in the toebox..I'm size 11.5 and have a narrow foot. I've had the Clifton 9's for a week and got the Asics today and am returning the Clifton 9..
Clifton’s have always been a dead flat shoe,don’t even start me off on the Bondi.
The novablast 3 was hyped so badly but was nothing more than a meh shoe,in fact all these shoes get too hyped.
I think the nimbus is better for people who liked getting kicked in the nuts
My feet likes the clifton 9 than my nimbus 25. But the nimbus 25 is more cushiony maybe the reason my feet didn't like them
Hoka shoss are good for nothing, i wasted my money on gaviota 4, and rocket x😢
Watching 1 yr later...Asics are still the same price and Hoka is $20 MORE expensive...so that's interesting...
The toe box is tight in the Clifton 9. The Nimbus is better. It’s simply more comfortable and looks better. There is no comparison, a price decision is stupid??? Try them on there is nothing comparable here. I’m going to have to unsubscribe from this channel.
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