Men's Novablast 6
Asics

Men's Novablast 6

Bouncy, high-cushion energy for daily and long runs.

$155
Color: Soft Oat/Greige
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Top features
FF BLAST MAX foam
FF TURBO SQUARED pod
ASICSGRIP outsole
Description

The ASICS Novablast 6 is a men's road running shoe designed for supreme energy return at toe-off and better traction underfoot. Energetic FF BLAST MAX foam pairs with an FF TURBO SQUARED trampoline pod in the forefoot. Together they create softer landings and a more energized bounce during training. ASICSGRIP rubber in the forefoot adds traction for a more confident stride.

Perfect for
Energized bounce
FF TURBO SQUARED pod.
Softer landings
FF BLAST MAX foam.
Confident grip
ASICSGRIP forefoot rubber.
Features
  • FF BLAST MAX foam. Energetic midsole foam for softer landings.
  • FF TURBO SQUARED pod. A forefoot trampoline pod for supreme energy return at toe-off.
  • ASICSGRIP outsole. Forefoot rubber for greater traction and a more confident stride.
About the brand

ASICS has been building running shoes in Japan since 1949, founded on the idea captured in its name — Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, a sound mind in a sound body. Decades of gait research and signature cushioning, from GEL technology to FF BLAST foam, have made lines like the GEL-Nimbus and GEL-Kayano trusted companions for everyday joggers and marathoners alike. At Mountain Sports, we love ASICS because their shoes pair real running science with a smooth, supportive ride that keeps you coming back mile after mile.

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SKU 1011C243-250 · Style 1011C352
Size guide

Size Chart - Men's Shoes

The North Face Sizing Chart

Men's Shoes:

USA UK EU CM
7 6 39 25
7.5 6.5 40 25.5
8 7 40.5 26
8.5 7.5  41 26.5
9 8 42 27
9.5 8.5 42.5 27.5
10 9 43 28
10.5 9.5 44 28.5
11 10 44.5 29
11.5 10.5 45 29.5
12 11 45.5 30
12.5 11.5 46 30.5
13 12 47 31
13.5 12.5 47.5 31.5
14 13 48 32
14.5 13.5 49 32.5

Performance

How it ranks across conditions.

Calibrated against comparable products we stock, so you can compare like for like.

Cushioning

Firm
Balanced
Plush
Max

ASICS rates the cushion High.

Stability

Neutral
Mild
Stable

Neutral support, per ASICS.

Best for

Is this right for you?

Daily training

ASICS builds it for softer landings and a more energized bounce during training.

Not for: Neutral only: for overpronation, look at a stability shoe. Shop men's road running

Long runs

ASICS lists the goal as going further, with high cushioning.

Not for: Not plated: for race day, look at a racing shoe. Shop men's road running

Full spec sheet

Technical Specs

Weight8.9 oz (253 g) per shoe
Heel-to-toe drop8 mm
CushioningHigh
SupportNeutral
SurfaceRoad
MidsoleFF BLAST MAX with FF TURBO SQUARED pod
OutsoleASICSGRIP rubber in the forefoot
Questions, answered

Before you buy.

Pulled from chats, emails and store visits. The things people actually ask us before they buy. Don't see yours?

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Is the Novablast 6 a stability shoe?

No — ASICS rates it Neutral. There is no medial post and no guidance system; the stability you feel comes from the wider rearfoot base giving a more planted landing, not from any corrective structure. If you have been told you overpronate, look at the GEL-Kayano instead.

What makes the Novablast bouncy?

A geometric high-stack midsole of FF BLAST MAX foam, plus a FF TURBO SQUARED trampoline pod under the forefoot that springs back at toe-off. It is the most energetic ride in the Novablast line and the reason people describe the shoe as fun rather than merely comfortable.

How cushioned is it compared with the Nimbus?

ASICS rates the Novablast 6 High and the GEL-Nimbus 28 Maximum, so the Nimbus is the softer, more protective shoe. The Novablast is about a full ounce lighter and returns more energy. Pick the Nimbus for easy miles and recovery, the Novablast when you want the shoe to push back.

What is it best for?

ASICS tags it Further. At 8.9 oz with a high stack and an 8 mm drop it handles daily training, tempo work and long runs equally well, which is unusual — most shoes are good at two of those three.

How does it fit?

True to size for most runners. The engineered woven upper is adaptive and breathes well, so it gives a little across the forefoot without feeling loose. ASICS also produces this model in a 2E wide.

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