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Gel-Nimbus 28vsWave Sky 9
The Gel-Nimbus 28 and Wave Sky 9 are both recovery / easy run shoes built for road running. The Gel-Nimbus 28 retails for $170 while the Wave Sky 9 comes in at $180 — a $10 difference. Both weigh 10.0 oz. In our ratings, the Gel-Nimbus 28 edges out the Wave Sky 9 — 9.1/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $170✓ | $180 | |
| Weight | 10.0 oz✓ | 10.0 oz✓ | |
| Category | Recovery / Easy Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 43.5 mm | 44 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low✓ | Low✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | High✓ | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
