The ASICS Novablast 4 is a highly versatile daily trainer that offers comfort and performance for any type of run.
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Product Details:
Back and better than ever, the ASICS Novablast 4 looks to continue its reign as one of the best all-around running shoes money can buy. The 4th version of this highly popular model retains everything runners have come to know and love from the Novablast with a few upgrades in key areas.
Starting with the midsole, the Novablast 4 now features FF Blast+ Eco, which offers the same smooth and bouncy ride as the previous version, but in a more sustainable package. From easy daily runs to speed days, the Novablast 4 the power and finesse to help you get the miles in.
In the outsole, the Novablast 4 is equipped with strategically placed AHAR (ASICS High Abrasion Rubber) for excellent traction and extended durability. Furthermore, the forefoot design offers a trampoline like effect for increased propulsion during toe-offs.
Wrapping this shoe up is the engineered woven upper, which offers advanced stretch, ventilation, and durability. Overall, the ASICS Novablast 4 is ready to be your high performing all-around running shoe that you'll want to lace up for every run.
Model Number: 1011B693.102
Specs & Fit
Shoe Specs (Men's Size 9)
| Weight | 9.0 oz 255 g |
| Heel Stack | 41 mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 33 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 8 mm |
How It Fits (based on D Medium width)
| Sizing: | True to size |
| Heel Width: | Roomy |
| Midfoot Fit: | Average |
| Toe Box Fit: | Wide |
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- FLYTEFOAM BLAST PLUS ECO delivers a soft and bouncy (and environmentally friendly) underfoot feel with the power and protection to make every run feel great.
OUTSOLE
- ASICS High Abrasion Rubber outsole offers the durability and grip to handle your daily training needs.
UPPER
- Engineered Woven upper offers a soft, premium feel in an adaptable and breathable fit.
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Customer Reviews
AwesomeThis shoe helps me with neuropathy.
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Game changerI've been happily running in NB 880s and 1080s for the last few years, but wanted to change things up. A number of shoe reviews led me to try this shoe - and to me, it's a game changer. Yes, the heel seems (seemed?) huge to me initially, but the shoe is springy and super comfortable. I've got just under 50 miles in them, and I feel they have improved my pace by about 20 seconds per minute without me trying any harder. I guess longer time use will either confirm this impression or disprove it. I also still run in the 880s, I feel it's good for me feet to have different shoes in my rotation.
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New favorite daily trainerI have never been an ASICS runner before. I used to always run in Hoka Mach/ Clifton/ bondi for their nice ride for daily trainers (but has blistering issues), carbon x for race day shoes, and then switched to the Nike zoom fly for my race day shoes. These are the best of both worlds. They are very responsive off of the ball/ mid foot strike (similar to the zoom fly) while still providing the cushion in the heel and mid foot (similar to the bondi/ Clifton). They are pretty light weight and I haven’t experienced issues with blistering. Will definitely be continuing to train in this shoe!
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Nova Blast 4I have found the Nova Blast 4 (I use the wide version) with its extra cushioning to be a vast improvement over the GT 2000 which I had been using for a number of years. The cushioning helped accelerate my hip bursa healing process, and I am now able to run normal distances at a good pace. The single issue with Nova Blast 4 wide are some manufacturing inconsistencies in the amount of fabric on the right shoe.
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Not for meI found the toe box to be too tapered for me. I really wanted to like this shoe, but it just didn't work. These may work for someone else that doesn't need a wide toe box.
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Great Everyday ShoeGood Everyday shoe. Great quality and can tell it has good durability. ASICS are great.
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Good Everyday trainerGood everyday trainer. Less stability than some but also can be used for tempo runs. Only downside for me is that these run tighter in the toe box than other asic models. I have a wide foot so I use the 2E size and it’s still a bit tight whereas other ASICS models are perfect for me in 2E.
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Perfect for easy runsComfy shoes for long run to go easy on legs and body.
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My favorite shoeAfter having the 3s, I chose these for a 50k I ran on a fine gravel trail. they ran awsome and got me to the finish line. there very versatile.
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New NovablastLove the soft cushioning of the latest version of my new favorite Asics shoe. Keeps this older (53) runner on the roads with happy knees.
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Sadly they don’t work for meI love the way these shoes feel on my feet and the responsiveness of them however they did not work for me. After about 3 miles on three different runs my right forefoot and toes would start going numb. I have plenty of room in the toebox and the shoes are not too tight, but for some reason I could not prevent this from happening. I wanted these to work for me because the runs were awesome for the first 3 miles.
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Good All Around TrainerI have been running in the Novablasts since they came out with the Novablast 2’s and this is an upgrade from the 3’s. It is highly responsive when you run and you feel like you are bouncing when you are out on your runs. They are great for recovery runs, long runs, tempos, etc. This is a shoe for the any runner.
The only downside to these shoes is the toe box. It seems a little more narrow than then 3’s and caused me to get blisters within the first 50 miles of running in them.
But great shoe overall!
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IncredibleCushy cushy cloud shoes!!! Super lightweight and supportive!
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Best overall TrainerAbsolutely love Novablast 4! I loved the 3, except the sole wore out pretty quickly. The 4's are great, lightweight yet responsive. I am currently staying away from supershoes due to foot/calf injuries and these have worked for easy runs and speedwork! Would recommend!
NOVABLAST 4I chose it based on recommendations and i didn't regret it. It was worth every cent. For running and speed training i liked using it, despite it being heavy as my pace is above 5:15. It does not impact me when doing series or fartilek training.
cushioningThe Novablast 4 men's shoe is quite an improvement for me in terms of cushioning over the GT 2000. The strain on my hamstrings is less. While there is no extra wide size, the wide (2E) has been sufficient for my foot size.
First NovablastLate to the novablast party with 4 being my first. First 2 versions some reviews had me nervous, version 3 just never got around to it. I understand there are some differences with the latest so I can only give my take on the 4. Waited to clear 100 miles on them and now at 130 I can say I’m impressed with them.
It’s a big shoe , but doesn’t run that way. Stack is taller yet stable without the assistance of a plate of any kind which I like. I do enjoy my plates shoes , but like some without also. Got this as a daily trainer for mid range to longer and it performs for those duties well. Cushioned enough for easy miles and recovery , foam is responsive, eats up the daily runs and can pick up the pace a bit to end a run with some gas although I would reach for something else for uptempo and speed days.
Upper is comfy and fit could be tts to slightly long, but not big by any means. I’m tts 11.5 and I did go with an 11 for this which feels good to me with some room to splay. Overall glad I decided add these to the rotation as a great daily. Not much needed to break in , but after about 20 miles they did come alive even more.
Loving these shoes at 89 milesI've put 89 miles since getting them for Christmas. Awesome shoes! Huge improvement on the Novablast 3. The NB3 felt sluggish to me and the forefoot felt like a bump I had to get over. NB4 is perfect. I'm 178-183lbs man at 5'7.
Good daily for marathon trainingOverall a great shoe to log the midweek miles in. Currently averaging 60 mi/wk on 6 days/wk and use this shoe for every midweek daily run. The toe box is a little tight on the inside of my big toe but other than that this shoe is great. Comfy enough that I feel good slipping into it every day but light and responsive enough that I don’t feel bogged down. Definitely a more plush upper than the Novablast 3
Downgrade from v3The upper remains a great fit, comfortable and fits true to size.
However, the new ECO+ foam in the v4’s is significantly more firm and a big downgrade from the Novablast v3’s responsive, trampoline poppiness. Doing a side by side comparison of a newly purchased pair of v3’s next to the v4’s confirms the harsh stiffness, which after 25-ish miles aggravated my knee.
Keep in mind I am an average height, lighter weight male, so the experience for a taller heavier individual could be different.
This is a big disappointment. I have been a huge fan of the Novablast, owning a total of 7 pairs of the v2’s and v3’s.
Excellent traction over slippery surfacesI found the Novablast 4 to be an excellent choice for my daily training, including easy and tempo runs, and it has become my go-to shoe. Despite my initial hesitation due to concerns about the outsole's traction on wet surfaces, I decided to take a chance and order a light blue/Light Navy pair. I was pleasantly surprised to find that they had a smooth break-in period and provided a fun, bouncy ride with excellent traction over slippery surfaces. The cushioning is fantastic, and it makes it easy to pick up the pace. While the upper gets dirty quickly due to the color I chose, I am delighted with this purchase.
Amazing Shoe!!Now running my speed and easy runs with them and I’m happy with these shoes!!
Solid, (FIRM)Very good, maybe a little firm, not the most cushiony or softest ride but should get a lot of miles out of then
Toe shape didn't work for meI have wide forefeet/ toes and ran well over 300 miles in the Nova blast 3 in regular width, and was excited they decided to do a wide version for the 4. The toe box, even in the wide, is fairly low at the lateral side and puts downward and inward pressure there to the extent that I was getting tingling and numbness in those areas when running. The upper is nice but has no give, which contributed.
These are fairly inflexible, but at this stack height that's to be expected. I do like the feel and amount of cushioning and the incorporation of the rocker works well, and they promote a nice quick turnover.
Not up to the hypeDon’t understand the hype around this shoe. Nothing special, feels firm and not that great. Probably switching back to Hoka to get a max cushion trainer.
Cloud in my Feet !I’m a novice runner and What A perfect time to have this. I’m on a road of life changing experience in weight-loss. Running was never in my forte but with this pair (other pairs in my rotation). I can’t believe that I can run without any pain or injury despite I have Meniscus Tear on Both my Knees
The performance of NovaBlast4 is truly game changing! I highly recommend to purchase a pair or Two for your rotation!!
