# ASICS Novablast 5

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/asics-novablast-5
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/running-shoes
- Placement: #2 of 15 in Running Shoes, A tier
- Brand: ASICS
- LP on this board: 843
- Last researched: 2026-08-18T19:03:44.177Z
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## Verdict

Ranked 1st: the best intersection of fun, price, and proven multi-hundred-mile durability; OutdoorGearLab explicitly flags its durability, which is the whole case for it.

## For

- Consensus do-it-all daily trainer with genuine durability credentials, rare for a bouncy, fun shoe
- OutdoorGearLab praises its plush cushioning, durability, and all-around reliability
- Works as a one-shoe-quiver option
- Wirecutter treats the Novablast line as a core franchise

## Evidence

Consolidated from 48 cited sources across 36 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| r/AskRunningShoeGeeks | u/Nolwynn | D | https://www.reddit.com/r/AskRunningShoeGeeks/comments/1r9v4b0/asics_novablast_5_not_as_good_as_i_thought_should/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Running Scientist | shuichi hibino | B | https://shuichi-running.com/en/asics-novablast-5-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| The Running Channel | Mark Dredge | B | https://therunningchannel.com/asics-novablast-6-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Travis Neal | C | https://www.facebook.com/groups/runnerslovingrunning/posts/26072994049045019/ | fetched and confirmed |
| GearLab | Nathaniel Bailey | C | https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/shoes-and-boots/running-shoes-men/asics-novablast-5 | fetched and confirmed |
| Run Weekly | Run Weekly | B | https://www.runweekly.com/asics-novablast-5-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Find My Footwear | Kieran Alger | B | https://findmyfootwear.com/asics-novablast-5-vs-novablast-4-same-run-different-style/ | fetched and confirmed |
| RunRepeat - Athletic shoe reviews | Carlos Sánchez | B | https://runrepeat.com/asics-novablast-6 | fetched and confirmed |
| BlackToe Running Inc. | Sarah Strehler | B | https://www.blacktoerunning.com/blogs/education/asics-novablast-5-review?srsltid=AfmBOooOPC_ANYy7WP4sZFgVb8kM5C4sNayeRadDEohib4isz_wwO6et | fetched and confirmed |
| CorrerJuntos | Abraham Márquez Rodríguez | B | https://www.correrjuntos.com/blog/en/asics-novablast-5-review | fetched and confirmed |
| RunToTheFinish | runtothefinish.com | C | https://runtothefinish.com/asics-novablast-6-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Runner's Cove | Runner's Cove | C | https://runnerscove.com/running-shoes/asics-novablast-4-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| The Travelling Foxes | Natalie Tarin | B | https://www.thetravellingfoxes.com/post/asics-novablast-5 | fetched and confirmed |
| FORDY RUNS | FORDY RUNS | C | https://www.fordyruns.com/post/asics-novablast-6-review | fetched and confirmed |
| r/AskRunningShoeGeeks | u/SnooPickles6760 | - | https://www.reddit.com/r/AskRunningShoeGeeks/comments/1ov7p57/issues_with_toe_box_smudges_on_asics_novablast_5/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Lemon8 | lemon8-app.com | B | https://www.lemon8-app.com/@sushi_assasin/7578360458911777300?region=sg | fetched and confirmed |
| brand new 🟢 | - | B | https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWEP4OUDSxg/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/AskRunningShoeGeeks | u/Hot_Confection_849 | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/AskRunningShoeGeeks/comments/1uro54u/torn_between_novablast_5_vs_novablast_6/ | fetched and confirmed |
| RUNNEA | Gorka Sedano | B | https://www.runnea.co.uk/articles/running-news/asics-novablast-everything-need-know-25083/ | fetched and confirmed |
| WearTesters | Drew Whitcomb | B | https://weartesters.com/best-running-shoes/ | fetched and confirmed |
| RunToTheFinish | runtothefinish.com | C | https://runtothefinish.com/asics-superblast-2-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| RunRepeat - Athletic shoe reviews | Carlos Sánchez | B | https://runrepeat.com/uk/guides/behind-the-price-tag-of-running-shoes | fetched and confirmed |
| Solereview | solereview.com | C | https://www.solereview.com/best-asics-running-shoes/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Believe in the Run | believeintherun.com | B | https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/best-asics-running-shoes/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Find My Footwear | Paul Freary | B | https://findmyfootwear.com/asics-novablast-5-review-everyday-speed-made-easy/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Rundreamachieve | rundreamachieve.com | B | https://rundreamachieve.com/asics-novablast-5-vs-adidas-evo-sl/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/AskRunningShoeGeeks | u/laaraland | D | https://www.reddit.com/r/AskRunningShoeGeeks/comments/1t05bx5/asics_novablast_5_lasting_less_than_350_km/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Solereview | solereview.com | C | https://www.solereview.com/asics-novablast-5-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| BuzzFeed | Spencer Althouse | B | https://www.buzzfeed.com/spenceralthouse/asics-novablast-5-best-mens-running-shoes-review | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Michael Cartwright | B | https://www.facebook.com/groups/813239480010528/posts/1358278762173261/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Xolvie | Mehmet | D | https://www.sikayetvar.com/en/asics-us/i-face-sole-collapse-and-tearing-issues-with-asics-novablast-5-after-40-days | fetched and confirmed |
| Garage Gym Reviews | Stephen Sheehan, CPT, CNC | C | https://www.garagegymreviews.com/best-running-shoes | fetched and confirmed |
| Tiktok | tiktok.com | B | https://www.tiktok.com/@pat_runstheworld/video/7594003346407689492 | fetched and confirmed |
| ShoesTrace | ShoesTrace Editorial Team | B | https://shoestrace.com/asics/novablast-5-ekiden | fetched and confirmed |
| Jack Runs | Jack Runs | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd46vCRnFk0 | fetched and confirmed |
| The Run Testers | The Run Testers | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khE0IjQKboQ | fetched and confirmed |
| KennyJoggins | KennyJoggins | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaIhnpxaZzA | fetched and confirmed |
| The Run Testers | The Run Testers | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-W6AD8V7zuA | fetched and confirmed |
| Meta Endurance | Meta Endurance | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJqMm8jwl-I | fetched and confirmed |
| @sophielovesrunning | @sophielovesrunning | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6QR5fxrt10 | fetched and confirmed |
| Preloved Kickx | Preloved Kickx | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRb_dPUl8Dw | fetched and confirmed |
| FORDY RUNS | Gog1985 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex3V89NKyKU#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| kofuzi | neverbelieveing5284 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWrvmTMGL04#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| FORDY RUNS | jasonmiszuk9870 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEDYtl-MhRU#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| The Run Testers | robfeakins783 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiZmOnhb7Ag#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Emily Heller | drewman747 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmfuVnRW0Dk#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Yowana | emceenz | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve1nblzR-CQ#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Alastair Running | Alastair Running | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-trMHnDMHkM | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | adidas Adizero EVO SL | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/adidas-adizero-evo-sl |
| 3 | Brooks Ghost 18 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/brooks-ghost-17 |
| 4 | ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/asics-gel-kayano-33 |
| 5 | Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/saucony-endorphin-speed-4 |
| 6 | ASICS Metaspeed Sky Tokyo | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/asics-metaspeed-sky-tokyo |
| 7 | Hoka Mach 6 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/hoka-mach-6 |
| 12 | Nike Alphafly 3 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/nike-alphafly-3 |
| 13 | adidas Ultraboost 5 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/adidas-ultraboost-5 |
| 14 | On Cloud 6 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/on-cloud-6-running-shoes |
| 15 | adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/adidas-adizero-adios-pro-evo-3 |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/running-shoes.

## What this tier means

- A: Excellent. Strongly recommended, beaten only by the very best.

## How to read this

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