Novablast 6
A daily road trainer with FF BLAST MAX cushioning, a forefoot FF TURBO SQUARED pod and ASICSGRIP forefoot rubber.
Checked US price · 2026-09-07. Before tax and shipping. Selected men's Black/Khaki colorway.
The shoe at a glance.
The Novablast 6 combines FF BLAST MAX cushioning with a forefoot FF TURBO SQUARED pod for daily road running and faster sessions. Its slimmer platform feels more agile, giving it appeal for runners who want versatility from an unplated trainer. That change also reduces stability compared with the previous version, while descriptions of the overall softness vary. Standard and wide versions are listed, but the toe box tapers and evidence about space above the toes conflicts, so check both toe spread and upper clearance when choosing a fit.
Pros and cons
Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.
Pros
- A lighter, more agile feel for varied training.
- The upper combines ventilation with secure foot hold.
- Grip and overall durability are strong points.
Cons
- Reduced stability compared with the previous version.
- The toe box narrows toward the front.
A closer look
Where it fits in your running
Recorded uses: everyday runs, faster training. Designed for road running.
Cushioning and ride
Published testing found improved response under the forefoot and useful versatility across paces. Runners who relied on the broader feel of earlier versions should reassess support.
Our editorial ride category: balanced.
Fit and sizing
Independent testing found a tapered toebox with generous vertical space.
Recorded widths: standard, wide.
Standard men's listing plus verified men's Wide version at source
Men’s listing; widths and linked price apply to the recorded product range. Check your size and stock at the retailer. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.
Before you choose
The independent review found the slimmer platform more agile but less stable than the previous version.
Manufacturer specifications
Specifications from the brand’s product information.
- Listed weight
- 253 g
- Heel-to-toe drop
- 8 mm
- Heel stack height
- Not verified
- Plate
- No plate
- Support
- Neutral
- Recorded product range
- Men’s
- Widths offered
- Standard, Wide
Source: ASICS product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.
Follow the evidence.
Information checked 2026-09-07. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.
- ASICS product details Official identity, intended use and listed specifications. The linked market may differ from the US.
- US price and buying options Selected men's Black/Khaki colorway.
Weight is official men's specification. The independent review and RTINGS describe different vertical fit results. No plate verified by RTINGS: source Ride is categorized as balanced; other reviewers describe softer whole-shoe compression.
Know what sits behind the advice.
Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-07.
From the manufacturer
Identity, intended use, offered widths, and listed specifications. We label these as brand figures; reference sizes can differ.
Read ASICS’s specificationsFit and ride notes
Brand information and published reviews inform the descriptions of comfort, fit, and ride. Use these notes to choose pairs to try; your experience can differ.
Our matching categories
Ride labels and recommendation rules are editorial interpretations of the recorded sources. They describe catalog matches and cannot guarantee personal fit.
How the finder choosesA missing specification means “not verified,” not zero. Price and availability need a fresh check at the retailer.