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ASICS Novablast 5

One of the best-selling daily trainers anywhere, the Novablast 5 moves to soft, bouncy FF Blast Max foam on a tall trampoline-shaped midsole. It is light for its stack and lively enough to handle everything from easy days to uptempo long runs. Few shoes offer this much fun per dollar.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack41 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the ASICS Novablast 5 for everyday training miles and long runs. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Daily trainingLong runs
Pros
  • Bouncy, energetic ride
  • Light for a max-stack trainer
  • Outstanding value and versatility
Cons
  • Tall soft stack can feel unstable in corners
  • Outsole durability is average
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability74
Popularity95
Price70
Versatility52
Lightness77

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$150Price (MSRP)
41 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
9.1 ozMen's weight
8 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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