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ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
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Updated Oct 17, 2025 07:47 PM
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Updated Oct 17, 2025 07:49 PM
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Weight
247.5 g (8.73 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.1 mm
Plate
None
Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
The ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and the ASICS SUPERBLAST 2 weigh about the same, but they target different types of runs. The NOVABLAST 5 is a versatile daily trainer, comfortably handling easy runs and mixed workouts, thanks to its great cushioning. The SUPERBLAST 2, meanwhile, positions itself as an unplated uptempo trainer, and its foam offers better energy return and more underfoot protection. Also, its more pronounced rocker and slightly firmer foam make it feel more rolling, favoring faster-paced runs. For runners prioritizing faster workouts and intervals, the SUPERBLAST 2 will have a slight edge, whereas the NOVABLAST 5 offers greater comfort and cushioning for longer, slower-paced runs or general daily mileage.
Variants
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Black/White - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Bold Magenta/Pink Glo - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Bold Magenta/Pink Glo - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Cool Grey/Safety Yellow - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Cool Grey/Safety Yellow - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Lake Grey/White Sage - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Lake Grey/White Sage - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Wave Teal/Illuminate Mint - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Wave Teal/Illuminate Mint - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (White/Cool Grey - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (White/Cool Grey - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Breeze/White - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Denim Blue/Midnight - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Illusion Blue/Light Blue - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Amber - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Soothing Sea/Wave Teal - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.4
7.3
Heel Energy Return
7.3
6.3
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.5
6.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
247.5 g (8.73 oz)
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
44.7 mm
41.8 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
35.6 mm
33.4 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.1 mm
8.2 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
8.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
95 mm (3.7")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
76 mm (3.0")
75 mm (2.9")
Outsole Forefoot Width
118 mm (4.6")
115 mm (4.5")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.13
2.13
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.31
3.44
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
276 mm (10.9")
284 mm (11.2")
Internal Heel Width
63 mm (2.5")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
95 mm (3.7")
94 mm (3.7")
Wide Sizing Available
No
Yes
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
7.3
6.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
77.2%
74.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
7.4
7.3
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
77.9%
77.3%
Heel Cushioning
8.4
8.2
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.39 J
3.83 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
10.61 J
9.97 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
19.70 J
16.86 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.9
7.9
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.56 J
5.15 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
9.95 J
8.58 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
14.90 J
12.28 J
Heel Firmness
4.3
5.1
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
48.5 N/mm
47.1 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
83.6 N/mm
109.3 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
177.4 N/mm
229.7 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
6.7
8.1
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
81.9 N/mm
105.0 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
168.2 N/mm
220.1 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
316.3 N/mm
436.1 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
8.3
7.3
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
9.44 J
8.00 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
9.16 J
7.77 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
8.89 J
7.61 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
8.62 J
7.50 J
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