Obstacle Mud Runner - issue 10

22 obstaclemudrunner.co.uk ForEliteAtheletes toFunRunners FOOTWEAR : REVIEW TomWilson reviews... In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their Gel Nimbus series, Asics have released the Gel Nimbus 20 and have included a limited edition platinum grey style to the collection. The first thing I noticed about the Nimbus 20 was the striking colour combination of grey, silver and white which not only have ASICs added for aesthetic reasons they’ve also added in reflective detailing to the shoe. This is essential now we’re getting into winter months with all the late night training runs that I will be going on. The shoe itself is one of the most comfortable I have ever worn, so much so that I now use them on a daily basis whether I’m walking the dog, doing rig training or using them for what they’re actually designed for, which is of course running. I’ve tested the shoes out on various running activities from sprint training, longer runs and hill intervals with the shoes not letting me down once. I’ve definitely put the shoes through their paces as I have been clocking up the miles in preparation for the OCRWCs and there is still no sign of any wear or tear. Tried & Tested The 10mm of cushioning on the heel provides amazing support and it makes you feel like you are gliding effortlessly along the road. The Nimbus 20 weighs in lighter than its predecessor at 305g and with the shoe being created with multiple levels of cushioning the Nimbus 20 are designed to protect your feet, adding to this that the whole of the top of the shoe is mesh which allows your feet to breathe. The shoe is aimed at both neutral runners and under-pronators, I’m a size 9 and I received these in a size 9 which were a perfect fit. Asics Gel-Nimbus 20 Platinum We asked OMRM Race Team member Tom Wilson to review these rather lovely trainers. No mud, no huge obstacles, just good old fashioned running Product details Weight: 305g 10mm heel drop Tailored fit Plush instep Protective Superior ride IGS FluidRide midsole SpEVA foam top layer FlyteFoam midsole bottom layer SpEVA 45 lasting Ortholite X-40 sock liner Rearfoot and forefoot gel External heel clutch Guidance Trusstic Guidance line 3M reflective Gender specific cushioning Women’s +3MM AHAR rubber sponge outsole AHAR heel plug 20th anniversary Platinum edition features: Electroplated heel counter Electroplated lace clip TPU welded reflective Tiger stripes Anniversary sock liner and lace tips Extra white laces Asics biggest challenge will be to try and improve these near perfect shoes next time round