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Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
Plate
None
Weight
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.9 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
HOKA Clifton 10
The ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and the HOKA Clifton 10 are both solid daily trainers, but they offer very different ride experiences. The NOVABLAST 5 is a modern daily trainer built with a more premium midsole foam that delivers a blend of cushioning and bounce, all while keeping the weight impressively low. It feels energetic and responsive underfoot but still offers good stability for its category, making it versatile for everything from easy runs to light uptempo work. The Clifton 10, by contrast, sticks to plush cushioning and a smooth, stable ride. It's heavier and less dynamic than the NOVABLAST, but it shines in its ability to absorb impact and keep things comfortable and consistent, especially for runners who want a no-fuss, protective option.
Variants
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.3
6.4
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
7.3
4.4
Weight
6.5
5.5
Heel Compression Energy Return
6.3
4.4
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.5
5.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
Stack Heights
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Heel Stack Height
41.8 mm
41.6 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
33.4 mm
31.7 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
9.9 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
8.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
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Outsole Heel Width
89 mm (3.5")
94 mm (3.7")
Outsole Arch Width
75 mm (2.9")
85 mm (3.3")
Outsole Forefoot Width
115 mm (4.5")
113 mm (4.4")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.13
2.26
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.44
3.56
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
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Internal Length
284 mm (11.2")
280 mm (11.0")
Internal Heel Width
62 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
94 mm (3.7")
98 mm (3.9")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Forefoot Fit: Width
9.2
9.4
Forefoot Width Photo
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Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
1.5 mm (0.059")
2.8 mm (0.108")
Toe TTS Deviation
-3.0 mm (-0.116")
-1.2 mm (-0.048")
Forefoot Fit: Height
8.9
7.0
Forefoot Height Photo
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Toe TTS Deviation
-1.6 mm (-0.064")
-3.6 mm (-0.143")
Arch Fit: Width
7.1
10
Arch Fit Photo
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Arch Width TTS Deviation
-4.5 mm (-0.178")
0.5 mm (0.020")
Length Fit
10
10
Toe Clearance Photo
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Heel Rocker Geometry
6.2
8.4
Heel Rocker Photo
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Heel Spring
17 mm (0.7")
30 mm (1.2")
Heel Apex Position
13.2%
19.9%
Heel Rocker Angle
23.0°
27.3°
Forefoot Rocker Geometry
6.7
7.3
Forefoot Rocker Photo
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Toe Spring
48 mm (1.9")
50 mm (2.0")
Toe Apex Position
73.4%
65.8%
Forefoot Rocker Angle
31.0°
26.6°
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Compression Energy Return
6.3
4.4
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Heel Energy Return
74.0%
71.1%
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
7.3
4.4
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Energy Return
77.3%
71.1%
Heel Cushioning
8.2
8.4
Heel Cushioning Picture
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Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.83 J
3.84 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
9.97 J
10.26 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
16.86 J
17.10 J
Forefoot Cushioning
7.9
7.8
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.15 J
4.82 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.58 J
8.42 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.28 J
12.38 J
Heel Firmness
5.1
4.9
Heel Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 550N
47.1 N/mm
44.1 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
109.3 N/mm
107.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
229.7 N/mm
238.5 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.1
7.8
Forefoot Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 800N
105.0 N/mm
101.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
220.1 N/mm
199.9 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
436.1 N/mm
397.1 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
7.3
5.9
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 10km
8.00 J
6.70 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
7.77 J
6.41 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
7.61 J
6.20 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
7.50 J
6.04 J
Rocker Stiffness
6.1
5.9
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Video
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph
Preview Graph
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Force To Flatten The Rocker
64 N
60 N
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
6.5
5.1
Forefoot Bending Video
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Forefoot Bending Energy Return
62.4%
57.3%
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
6.5
6.9
Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture
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Forefoot Bending Resistance
Preview Graph
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Forefoot Bending Stiffness
11.3 N/mm
11.5 N/mm
Forefoot Bending Force
234 N
268 N
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