Would these sneakers live up to the hype—and earn a permanent spot in my rotation of favorite walking shoes? After weeks of testing the shoes—including lacing them up on daily walks, commutes, and even a short run—here are my honest thoughts on the Asics Gel-Nimbus 28 sneakers, and whether they’re worth the buy. In fact, at just 8.5 ounces, the Gel-Nimbus 28 is nearly 1 oz lighter than the previous iteration (which weighed 9.3 oz). Senior Commerce Editor Charlotte Finigan noted that the Gel-Nimbus 27 was “not lightweight” and “required a bit of an adjustment period to figure out [her] stride” in her review. Ultimately, I’d recommend the Gel-Nimbus 28 for anyone looking for a comfortable, reliable, well-cushioned yet lightweight sneaker for everyday miles.