The ASICS Novablast has blasted off into its fifth iteration, boasting a new midsole compound and a fresh, lightweight upper.
ASICS’ FF BLAST MAX foam first debuted this fall in the Glideride Max, offering a soft and responsive ride. This foam replaces the FF BLAST PLUS ECO cushioning used in the previous iteration of the Novablast while a new jacquard mesh upper replaces the prior woven mesh upper.
ASICS Novablast 5
| Weight | 7.9 oz (W), 8.9 oz (M) |
|---|---|
| Stack height | 40.5 mm/32.5 mm (W), 41.5 mm/33.5 mm (M) |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 8 mm |
| Category | Neutral |
| Surface | Road, Track |
| Price | RM599 |
| Comparable to | New Balance Balos, Brooks Glycerin Max |
The ASICS Novablast 5 is made with ASICS’ new FF BLAST MAX foam, which they call one of their most energetic midsole foams.
The Novablast 5 features the same trampoline-inspired geometric shape and outsole design that’s made it a fan favorite in recent years.
ASICS replaced the woven mesh upper used in the previous version of the Novablast with a fresh, new, Mandy-approved jacquard mesh upper.
A padded heel collar holds your feet securely in place, while a handy pull tab in the back makes slipping on the shoes a breeze.
