Side by side comparison: ASICS GEL-Cumulus 28 vs Nike Pegasus 41

ASICS GEL-Cumulus 28
ASICSGEL-Cumulus 28

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$145$176$162$132$117

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 9Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

High comfort for daily miles
Stable neutral platform
Durable outsole
Sluggish at faster paces
Loose fit for narrow feet

Specs

Best for4:45-6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack38.5 mm heel / 30.5 mm forefoot
Weight276 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Versatile daily trainer balancing comfort, stability, and durability for regular road running.

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Nike Pegasus 41
NikePegasus 41

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$130$164$151$123$110

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Plush, soft cushioning
Durable construction
Stable, wide platform
Limited traction on wet surfaces
Heavier than some competitors
Snug toe box

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot
Weight283 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A plush, stable daily trainer with strong comfort and durability but average speed and grip.

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