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ASICS Novablast 5 Womens Road Running Shoes
| Standard fit | Wide fit | Extra wide fit |
The NOVABLAST™ 5 is built for runners who want a lightweight shoe with extra bounce. Offering more energy return than its predecessor, this shoe is designed to...
Road shoes
These shoes are best suited for running on roads and treadmills.
Drop
8mm
Weight
225g
Based on 6 UKFeaturing FF BLAST™ MAX foam, the NOVABLAST™ 5 delivers a softer, more responsive ride, while its trampoline-inspired outsole enhances rebound for a springy feel. The unique midsole geometry further boosts energy return, helping you get the most out of every run.
- FF BLAST™ MAX foam for a cushioned, energetic feel.
- Trampoline-inspired outsole for enhanced bounce and responsiveness.
- Innovative midsole design to maximize energy return.
This review is based on an experience with the HOKA Novablast 5 Mens Road Running Shoes
The Novablast 5 is flying off the shelves across the UK and retailers are scrabbling for stock. The hype around this shoe is intense and it seems an upgrade on the Novablast 4.
First impressions were of a comfortable and supportive shoe. It's equally adept at many paces, which seems to be the attribute which set's it apart from the competition. It's equally comfortable at slow paces, tempo run's, intervals and as a race day shoe for average speed runners.
The highest compliment I can give this shoe, is that I often forgot about it during a long run. That to me is a sign of a good shoe if you don't notice it and your mind wanders elsewhere. There were no hot spots or rubbing for me and it seemed stable for a neutral shoe, probably due to the relatively wide base. I would imagine this shoe should wear relatively well due to the extensive rubber grip on the sole and I wore this is icy conditions and it seemed grippy.
- Chris