Asics Transforms Its High Mileage Daily Trainer with a Summer-Ready Refresh

The high-performance brand’s first-ever collaboration with FP Movement sees its popular Gel-Nimbus 28 reimagined through sunset hues.

Running shoe with orange speckled sole and light gray upper with red laces against a pink background.

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By Hayley Helms

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Asics has successfully bridged the gap between high-performance running gear and coveted lifestyle footwear, and its latest release brings both sides of the brand together seamlessly.

The collaboration Asics x FP Movement Gel-Nimbus 28 blends elevated aesthetics with premium performance, making long runs, short jogs and easy recovery days more stylish than ever.

Person with long dark hair wearing yellow sunglasses, white sports bra, and running shoes sitting on asphalt with mountains in background. — The collaboration FP Movement x Asics sneaker was made for hot summer runs.

Summertime stunner

As the workout arm of Free People, FP Movement has built a large fan base thanks to its fashion-forward, bohemian-inspired performance apparel.

In its first collaboration with the popular Japanese sportswear brand, FP Movement’s unique aesthetic is applied to a premium, max-cushioned daily trainer, the Gel-Nimbus 28.

Light beige running shoes with orange gradient speckled soles and orange laces. — Asics’ max-cushioned midsole now sports a colorway that matches its bold energy.

The inspiration behind the team-up: a vibrant, golden hour summer sunset.

The reimagined Gel-Nimbus 28 features a vivid sunset orange on the midsole, overlaid with a speckled pattern for minimal texture.

The stunning shades continue through the Hybrid AsicsGrip outsole, where they contrast with black grip patterns.

Pair of beige and orange Asics running shoes with orange laces and speckled orange soles viewed from above. — The collaboration style features a lace charm with the FP Movement logo, a nod to the brands’ partnership.

Orange and black shoe soles with textured grip patterns and speckled edges. — The grippy outsole also sports a sunset treatment. No confirmation on whether the bright colors make you faster, but here’s hoping.

The overlay, heel accent and heel pull are all dusk-hued as well, setting off ombre laces that showcase the summery color palette.

The upper is a pearl white canvas that lets the warmer colors shine.

Pair of running shoes with orange speckled soles and beige fabric uppers viewed from the back. — Reflective details offer enhanced nighttime and early-morning visibility.

While its exterior is updated for warmer summer runs, the technology within the Gel-Nimbus 28 remains unchanged, highlighted by a lightweight midsole made up of a combination of FF Blast Plus cushioning and PureGEL technology.

Availability and pricing

The Asics x FP Movement Gel-Nimbus 28 is available now on Asics’ website in women’s sizing only.

A select number of sizes have already sold out at the time of this writing.

Off-white ASICS running shoe with orange laces and speckled orange sole.

Asics x FP Movement Gel-Nimbus 28

$180 at Asics

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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