Neither shoe is a universal winner based on the sources reviewed here. HOKA Australia lists the Clifton 10 at a lower men\u2019s reference weight than ASICS Australia lists for the GEL-NIMBUS 27, while independent lab results show different strengths for heel shock absorption and forefoot traction. Those are source-specific figures, not Olive Branch test results. Fit, comfort and suitability for a particular runner are not established by this comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
HOKA\u2019s Australia introduction to the Clifton 10<\/a> describes it as a road-running shoe and lists an 8 mm heel-to-toe drop and a men\u2019s reference weight of 9.8 oz (about 277 g). These are manufacturer statements from HOKA Australia\u2019s product-introduction page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ASICS Australia\u2019s men\u2019s GEL-NIMBUS 27 listing, style 1011B958-002<\/a>, lists 305 g, an 8 mm heel drop, neutral support and maximum cushioning. It identifies road running and everyday easy runs as intended uses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both listings are Australia-market sources. Their published weights are reference specifications; Olive Branch did not weigh a matched pair or verify a local retail variant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RunRepeat reports the following results for its tested samples: the Clifton 10<\/a> measured 275 g, 12.4 mm drop, 147 SA heel shock absorption and 0.49 forefoot traction; the GEL-NIMBUS 27<\/a> measured 299 g, 8.3 mm drop, 136 SA heel shock absorption and 0.84 forefoot traction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The lab weights are not presented as a size-matched comparison. RunRepeat\u2019s measured drop also differs from HOKA\u2019s manufacturer-listed 8 mm figure for the Clifton 10; the sources use different reference and measurement procedures. Keep the listed specifications and sample measurements separate. The traction numbers are results of RunRepeat\u2019s test, not a guarantee of grip on a particular road or in every condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For how Olive Branch separates manufacturer statements, independent measurements and editorial conclusions, see the Review Methodology<\/a>. Browse other model comparisons in the Comparisons archive<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source pages checked September 30, 2026. This is a documentation-based comparison; Olive Branch did not conduct wear testing, laboratory testing, gait analysis or a medical assessment. Current retail availability, price and newer model comparisons were not established.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Source-based HOKA Clifton 10 vs ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 27 comparison using Australian product listings and RunRepeat sample results. 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