Light - cushioned - responsive
I had been cruising through several brands, started on Asics (Kayano), shifted to Brooks (Glycerin15-16 and Hyperion Tempo)), changed to New Balance (1080v9-10-12), bought Adidas (ultraboost 22) in between, Nike (Invincible 1 and Alphafly 1 for racing), tried Hoka (Bondi 8), and decided to go for the Novablast 4. The reason, I was using my New Balance for shorter runs (60-120 mins) and was solely relying on the Bondi for long runs. At the beginning I loved them, I felt they were like a loyal friend, I could use them on almost any surface, trail or rocky roads and still felt safe. But they started feeling heavy and began to hate them.About the Novablast 4 and although I have only used them twice, for two hour runs, I can say they feel great just out of the box.Upper: soft but they hold my feet.Sole: not a great grip on wet surfaces, have not slipped though.Laces: ok, nothing amazing just okCushion: Asics Novablast 4 feel cushioned and soft AND reactive. I was afraid of buying a pair of shoes that felt just too squishy (nimbus), because although I am not an absolutely fast runner, I sometimes run intervals. Novablast feel just right for that: light, cushioned and responsive. My two runs have been on hilly paved roads, and somehow they make me feel my hip feel better (I have an injury), more comfy and protected. The weight feels just right, not too heavy (as with the Bondi I feel running on bricks) and not as light as the Hyperion Tempo, but the cushion and reaction feels just great for my needs. After running, my feet feel perfectly good, not sore at all, no signs of affected calluses. I will update as soon as I finish my long run on the weekend, that will be approximately 3hrs. Love the color, although it is definitely NOT red, for me that’s more of a neon orange.Update after long hilly interval run: 30kms/ 19mi (440mts + ascent)Shoes feel well during and after a long run. It might be better a bit more cushioned sole for after km 26/ mi 16, but if it’s your only shoe, it will take you through it all and they’re good even for intervals. Feet feel happy after long run, legs, hips and soul as well.I just ordered the Metaspeed Sky Paris for racing my next marathon. Will surely tell how it goes and I hope they’re amazing.
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bebeomaha
November 25, 2025
Comfortable and supportive for working out.
Love these shoes. I have flat feet so I need shoes with good support when working out. These fit the bill. Plus I love the color!
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Amazon Customer
October 08, 2025
Sturdy and comfortable.
These are wonderful. The fit is comfortable and one year in, walking several miles daily, the soles show no wear on the bottoms at all. I favor the outer part of my feet and usually my shoes wear down on the outside but no wear at all showing with these shoes. I am looking to get a third pair.
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Josh Smith
August 24, 2024
Amazing cushion for my surgery leg
I normally wear a size 9 but I had to size up to 9.5. At least for me they run small. I have been running in the nimbus for over 10 years and with the new model I had to choose a different shoe. The new nimbus styles just wrecked the way my legs land for some reason and caused pain in my knees. I have done prime before you buy for a little over 3 weeks now trying to find the perfect shoe for my long distance runs. I’m missing my fibula bone in my left leg so stability and cushion is a need for me when I choose a shoe. These shoes are amazing! They propel me forward and they make my surgery leg feel like it hardly is hitting the ground! These will replace the nimbus shoes for me in the future! They are also cheaper than the nimbus which is a big bonus! I’m so glad. I finally found a shoe that makes me enjoy running again. I really feel like these shoes work with my body instead of against it when I run. They also are super cute! I can’t wait to try these out for my half marathon in a few weeks!
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Carly Nichols
March 10, 2025
I need to weat them in some more.
So far these are pretty good. I am currently preferring my nike shoes to run in but I think I need to keep giving these a try to wear them in a little more. Still, they have good cushion. They are cute. They are comfy. A good find. And they were on sale, which is my fav! I'll tru to update once I've tun in them some more.
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Catherine Dos Santos
November 30, 2025
Perfect for running
The most comfortable shoes more than running, I have achieved many km in a great pace
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Elizabeth K.
June 10, 2025
Best asics yet
I'm no runner. I'm a hospital worker, respiratory therapist, obese with bad feet. I overpronate and have chronic ankle instability, that I need surgery for. So, when I tell you I can work my 12 hours with minimal pain, it's a big deal!! When I do my first rounds, it's non stop walking and stopping for 3 to 4 hours. At the 4hr mark I start to hurt a bit.They also feel bouncy. Like they launch you a bit. I absolutely love these. I'm terrified to try the next generation coz you know how shoes can change. So I've bought 7 pair, and a couple for my husband against his will, har. I'm even walking on my days off.For comparison, I've worn gel kayanos for 14 years and still do sometimes. These are also quite slip resistant, I have tripped a bit from time to time. They run a little large but that's ok, it's better for toes anyway. Lastly they're so pretty!! It's important.
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