Customer Reviews ASICS Novablast 5

This is a nice choice who like comfortable shoes !!!!

I have had all the Novablast versions except 4, and 5 is my favorite. Soft but springy. It does run slighty large.

Ive owned NB4s 2 pairs I have put 500 each never looked at any other daily trainer since then now with the NB5s put 7 miles so far i hit PRs the first run I went on them the game has changed for the better exactly what I expected from these jawns light as feather, responsive to any terrain and feels like you floating on clouds nuff said.

I just got them and they are superb, great quality and feels just perfect from the first minute, I think these are my 10th pair of asics and they never disappoint me, Love them, thank you

Ive had two great double digit mile runs with these so far. If you liked the Novablast 4s youll love the 5s.

I've run on Asics (mostly Kayanos and Nimbus' and GT-2000) for 30+ years. I live these (Novablast 5) shoes. Might be my favorites yet. Perfect combination of stability, cushioning and energy return. A joy to run in. I do a lot of mile. I am 68 years old. These are great for both training runs and my upcoming 1/2 marathon. Just Great shoes.

I like this running shoe as a daily trainer better than I do the SuperBlast 2 because it is not as stiff and much more comfortable to run in .

My pair of Novablast 5 shoes arrived two after I completed a marathon, so I didnt get right out there upon arrival. But now that I have had them for a week, I have completed 3 runs in them with the longest being 10 miles. They fit true to size and feel very comfortable when wearing. The rubber seems to give a nice grip on the road. The foam adds a nice bounce to each step and feels soft but not squishy. I see these as being a very durable trainer.

I've bought Asics for 20+ years, they just always fit and feel the best, in my opinion. During those last 20+ years I have ALWAYS only ever purchased a men's size 10.5 (I always buy running shoes), in fact, my current Noosa Tri 16's are a size 10.5 (men's). So, naturally I ordered a 10.5 in both the Novablast 5 & Dynablast 5 and both were at least a FULL SIZE off (too big) I have darn near 2-inches from the end of my big toe to the end of the toe box. I called to see if there is a manufacturing issue and was told by an Asic rep that "the shoes aren't bigger they're just made differently and appear bigger." Yes, word for word, that's what I was told. Well, I wish she could convince my imagination (and the tape measure) that the nearly 2-inches of empty space from the tip of my big toe to the end of the box that!!! What kind of response is that, you're really going to tell a customer that it's a figment of their imagination, that they're just made differently? She actually said, "they're NOT bigger, they're just made differently, so they appear bigger." Well, they definitely appear bigger and also ARE bigger! I was told that Asics does NOT do exchanges, that I had to return the shoes and then re-purchase different sizes, really??? I then found out that it was going to take 8-days to receive replacement sizes, these are for my dad for Christmas, who wears the same size as I do. I asked if Asics could expedite the new order because as you can see in my order history, I always order size 10.5, I was told that if I wanted them sooner I would have to pay an additional $30 for faster shipping. So after a phone call to Asics for assistance I learned; the 2-inches (per actual measurement) is a figment of my imagination due to new designs, Asics can't help with an exchange and Asics won't speed up shipping unless I pay an additional $30.00...I can honestly say I don't think I've ever had an exchange with a customer service rep such as that before. Choose wisely when selecting sizes and don't expect much help if shoes suddenly change sizes, maybe Asics should have a disclaimer for some shoes like car side mirrors, with the message "object's aren't as big as they appear."

Just what I was looking for. Extremely comfortable daily trainer. Using for recovery runs / steady.

Fantastic running shoe. Comfortable with a great fit.

This will easily be my favorite daily trainer moving forward. I ran the bulk of my miles in the 4 and the 5 has some great improvements! The FF Blast Max is a nice addition and creates a soft but responsive toe off. In most situations a softer foam isnt ideal, but it works perfectly in the Novablast 5. The fit is true to size.

AMAZING! Really versatile shoe. Feels super comfortable, plush, but still has great energy return. Shoe works great for easy runs and also picking up the pace. The cushion and bounce helps saves my legs, feeling more fresh. In addition, the tongue feels real nice. I wasn't a huge fan of the colorway initially but it's definitely grown on me. Very satisfied with this shoe overall!

This has such good breathability and comfort, Love the colors and the cushioning is so nice and has great support.

5 star - much better fit than Novablast 4 Wide. Thanks for paying attention to the tight fit of the Novablast 4 customer comments. Now ASICs has announced a superior running shoe in the mid price range. The option for a blue color is much better than Novablast 4 wide.

I have had multiple pairs Asics Novablasts. A few of the 3s and then the 4s and now just received the 5s. Ive only done a few runs, but love them. Asics keeps moving in the right direction with each new generation. I find these to still have plenty of cushion, but to also be a little more supportive and seem to have a little more bounce and return than previous generations. This is a great all-around daily running shoe. Great for slow and easy miles but I just did a speed workout and it fit that bill as well. My son is a soon to be division one college distance runner and uses these as daily trainers for his easy runs.

The Asics Novablast 5 are hands down some of the best shoes Ive ever owned. Right out of the box, the fit was absolutely perfecttrue to size with no pinching or slipping. They hug your feet comfortably without feeling restrictive, and the cushioning is just right. What really stands out is how great they feel underfoot. The bounce and responsiveness of the midsole are incredible, making every step feel light and effortless. Whether youre going for a casual walk, a long run, or just wearing them around, they provide outstanding comfort and support. The design and build quality are top-notch, with a sleek look that works just as well for workouts as for everyday wear. Overall, if youre looking for a shoe that combines performance, comfort, and style, the Novablast 5 is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended!

Fit is larger than my pair of original Novablasts so hopefully able to return these and order a size smaller.

Super bouncy and comfortable! Love my pair and I just ordered the super last 2.

Really hurt my feet right away. Put in some Aetrex training inserts and that helped some but still feel very unstable and a lot of pain the the metatarsal area still. Unfortunately customer service said they weren't returnable. Would be nice if Asics backed the product a bit more like Brooks, Hoka, or even Running Warehouse as now I have a pair of shoes with 3 miles on them that won't be worn.

Didnt get the product yet; was supposed to be shipped by now.

They fit great and are super comfortable. I just got them so I havent ran yet but I can tell these are a winner.

I tried the Novablast 4 just days before the 5 was unveiled. The 4 seemed excellent but fell short in a couple ways, so I returned them and pre-ordered the 5. The cushioning is noticeably softer, I much prefer the new tongue and the overall feel is subjectively better. I'm not a runner, these are purely everyday casual shoe impressions. The Novablast 5 is the shoe I'd been shopping for over the course of a couple months after rejecting several models from Hoka, New Balance and others. I even love the polarizing purple/coral color!

Got my first 5 miles in, feel great, nice bounce from foam, 11.5 wide going up 1/2 size and fit perfect. ASICS wides tend to sell out fast so Ill be ordering another pair