daily trainerASICS
Novablast 5
Lively everyday trainer with FF BLAST PLUS cushioning for a bouncy, energetic ride. Great for easy days through long runs.
$150MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
- Terrain
- road
- Use
- daily trainer
- Cushioning
- soft
- Weight
- 255g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Stack
- 38/30mm
- Widths
- standard
- Release
- 2025
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Our read
Editorial interpretation from the specs and what we know of this shoe — opinion, not lab-tested.
Ride
A tall, soft FF BLAST PLUS midsole with a bouncy, energetic feel that stays lively despite the high stack. The 38 mm heel and rounded geometry favor forgiving easy miles over locked-in control.
Fit
Standard width only with a moderately snug midfoot and a roomy forefoot; runs true to size for most.
Best for
Runners wanting a bouncy, well-cushioned daily trainer for easy days and long runs at a friendly price.
Avoid if
You need a stable platform or prefer a firm, planted ride for faster or heavier efforts.
Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.