Novablast 5 Running Shoe - Men's
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Novablast 5 Running Shoe delivers explosive energy return with plush cushioning for daily miles
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Novablast 5 is a game changer for daily runs. It’s light and super responsive, but still offers the kind of cushioning that keeps my legs feeling fresh—even on back-to-back days. The trampoline-inspired sole actually makes you want to keep running, and the updated upper fits way better than earlier versions."
When we want to feel fast and energized on every run—without sacrificing comfort—the Novablast 5 Running Shoe is what we lace up. ASICS designed this shoe to deliver bounce, breathability, and lasting support for everything from long miles to quick efforts. Whether we’re logging early road miles or building speed in our weekly tempo run, this lightweight trainer keeps us fresh, fast, and focused.
Underfoot, FF BLAST™ MAX foam provides high-stack cushioning with a soft landing and an energetic rebound, while the trampoline-inspired outsole geometry amplifies bounce and grip. Up top, an engineered jacquard mesh upper offers a snug but breathable fit, and the tongue wing construction keeps everything locked down as the pace picks up. It’s one of those rare shoes that feels equally at home on easy days and workouts.
Details
- High-cushion daily trainer designed for neutral runners
- FF BLAST™ MAX midsole provides lightweight, energetic rebound
- Trampoline-inspired outsole geometry increases bounce and propulsion
- Breathable jacquard mesh upper with a soft, foot-hugging fit
- Tongue wing design reduces movement and improves lockdown
- Reflective details add visibility in low-light conditions
- AHAR® LO outsole rubber enhances durability and traction
- Eco-conscious build features 75% recycled upper and solution-dyed sockliner
- Item #ASCI0UH
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Upper Material
- synthetic mesh (75% recycled)
- Lining
- textile
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- FF BLAS MAX EVA
- Sole
- AHAR LO rubber
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- moderate
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 41.5mm / 33.5mm
- Drop
- 8mm
- Claimed Weight
- 9oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
- Activity
- road running, training
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 245 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 29, 2025
Quality daily trainers
They feel very bouncy and light with a nice sized toe box. Can even pick up the pace in them. So far so good!
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 26, 2025
So disappointing!
I’ve run a little over 150 miles in the Novablast 5 and I have to say that I’m very disappointed. Out of the box, the shoes feel great. They have lots of bounce and energy return to the point where walking in them felt weird, like your feet are being pushed off the ground. But the bounce disappears quickly. I bought these to replace my Novablast 4s which lasted over 450 miles before I started to notice the shoe going flat. These have made it only 150 miles… Reading other reviews online I guess this is common for the NB5 but it’s so disappointing. The NB4 was my favorite running shoe ever. For reference, I am 6’2”, 160lbs. I’m a mid-foot to forefoot striker and tend to over pronate. Pace for Z2 runs is 8:00 min/mile. 40-50 miles per week while training.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 25, 2025
Amazing in every way ! These have been more then i
Amazing in every way ! These have been more then i expected and bought three pairs !...
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 24, 2025
Warranty Claim
Son loves the shoes for running. Disappointed that the previous Novablast sole was tearing off in 6 months. Also was very surprised that when a shoe is covered under warranty that I still had to pay more for the new shoe. ASICS, when a shoe so covered under a warranty claim you shoe have to pay NOTHING for the same model shoe you’re replacing the old one with. Your warranty leaves little to be desired and will be looking at another brand shoe for my son in the future.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 24, 2025
Perfect for work
Use for work and love these shoes. They're a lifesaver
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 22, 2025
Insoles make long runs miserable
I really wanted to love these shoes but the insoles are killing me. I have owned the Novablast 3’s and 4’s previously and haven’t had this issue before. I haven’t had this issue ever in my 20 years of running. When I run for more than an hour the insoles begin to slide out of heel of the shoe and dig into my Achilles. If I run 10 miles I’ll have to stop and reinsert my insoles at least three times. No matter how tight I tie my shoes and use the heel locks it still happens. It’s driving me crazy and making me avoid these shoes. Hopefully I just got a bad pair and this isn’t a future problem with this line.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 21, 2025
My Favorite!
Best running shoes that I have had in the last 4 years. Was searching for a replacement for the NB 1080 as they have gotten softer through the later generations. This shoe has great energy return and cushion, I feel light and fast again!! Can’t say enough, have been and will be recommending it to all my friends.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 18, 2025
Good but heel box rubs
Amazing cushion but heel box rubs too much. Relacing seems to help.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 18, 2025
Hope they fix it with the 6
I love the comfort I have owned every style since the 2nd generation. These are the worst quality by far bought 2 pairs both the bottom started coming off in about 2 weeks. Have a pair of 4s no problems
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
September 18, 2025
Good but could be better
Good show need to swap out the FF blast for FF turbo or combine the 2 tech material because FF blast by itself does not hold up after 200 miles.
Originally reviewed on asics.com/us/en-us/
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