WOLF PICKS · RUNNING · TRAINING SHOES
ASICS Novablast 6
FF BLAST MAX foam with FF TURBO SQUARED pods under the forefoot. Very cushioned. In RTINGS tests the forefoot rebounds more than the heel.
Measured data
| Weight | 247.7 g |
|---|---|
| Heel stack | 41.9 mm |
| Drop | 8.8 mm |
| Energy return, forefoot | 78.9% |
| Energy return, heel | 74.3% |
| List price | €160 (asics.com/it, checked 28/10/2026) |
RTINGS lab measurements on one pair (men's size): manufacturer figures can differ. Checked on 28/10/2026. List price: price shown by the brand on its own site (Italian store), men's version, checked on 28/10/2026. These are not retailer offers and can change by variant and market.
Good for
- Runners who want one shoe for all their weekly mileage
- Midfoot or forefoot strikers who want a cushioned, lively ride
- Runners who put impact protection first
Less suited to
- Heel strikers who want a lively shoe (the heel returns less)
- Runners who want snap for intervals or short races (weight and soft forefoot, RTINGS)
Sources
- RTINGS, review with lab measurements
- ASICS, official Novablast 6 press release (29/05/2026)
- ASICS Australia, Novablast 6 vs Novablast 5
- Runner's World, review (declared data: heel stack 41.5 mm, drop 8 mm, 8.7 oz)
Last checked: 28 October 2026.
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