RadDadBodTVVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
He believes it offers an elite experience for daily training, likening it to a Superblast 2 light and calling it a potential top-five shoe of 2026.
Asics
Novablast 6
Super trainer · Stable Neutral · 248 g · 8 mm drop · MSRP $155
BuildGussetMax cushion
Critic consensus
from 7 reviewsReviewers praise the shoe as a versatile and energetic daily trainer that benefits from improved outsole traction and a lively forefoot bounce. While the ride leans firmer than previous iterations and comes with a slight price bump, it suits runners wanting a dependable, responsive workhorse for both easy and uptempo paces.
Reviewers agree
Significantly improved outsole grip and wet traction5/7
Versatile ride suitable for easy runs and faster paces6/7
Secure and comfortable woven upper lockdown5/7
Slight price increase compared to its predecessor3/7
Reviewers disagree
Responsiveness of the forefoot Turbo foam5 vs 1
Upper breathability2 vs 1
What reviewers use it for
Easy7 of 7
Tempo5 of 7
Long run2 of 7
Race1 of 7
A shoe earns a tag as soon as one reviewer recommends it for that kind of run; the count shows how many agree. Mentions include synonyms, so “recovery”, “zone 2” and “conversational” all count toward Easy.
Critic reviews
7 reviews · 6 scores inferredBelieve in the RunVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
A successful update that brings back the fun and lively feel to the series, earning an A for performance and value.
Sagasu RunningVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
The Novablast 6 is a highly impressive update that brings back the fun, bouncy ride while significantly improving durability, making it a top daily trainer.
KofuziVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
An excellent daily trainer and one of my favorite daily trainers of 2026, offering a safe and stable update with improved bounce.
Marathon HandbookVideo · May 30, 2026
The reviewer considers it a good buy and worth the money, praising its innovation, improved grip, and enhanced responsiveness.
EasyWatch review
Road Trail RunVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
The Novablast 6 is a fine update that provides a highly reliable, versatile, and fun running experience.
Doctors of RunningVideo · May 30, 2026INFERRED
If you enjoyed previous Novablast iterations, you will likely appreciate the Novablast 6, though it felt firmer and less bouncy than expected.
EasyWatch review