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ASICS NOVABLAST 5
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Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
Plate
None
Weight
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.2 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
Nike Pegasus Premium
The Nike Pegasus Premium and the ASICS NOVABLAST 5 both fall into the daily trainer category but deliver very different ride experiences. The NOVABLAST 5 feels lighter and more energetic, with its FF Blast Turbo foam providing a lively rebound that encourages quicker pacing. The Pegasus Premium takes the opposite approach, emphasizing more impact absorption at lighter loads and easy runs. Those looking to chase a fun, bouncy feel will prefer the NOVABLAST 5, while those who prioritize plush comfort will appreciate the Pegasus Premium.
Variants
- 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))
- Pegasus Premium (Black/Metallic Silver/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Football Grey/Total Orange/Summit White/Multi-Colour - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (University Gold/Black/Laser Orange - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (White/Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.3
6.6
Weight
6.5
3.9
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.5
3.9
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
41.8 mm
43.0 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
33.4 mm
32.8 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
10.2 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
89 mm (3.5")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
75 mm (2.9")
62 mm (2.4")
Outsole Forefoot Width
115 mm (4.5")
110 mm (4.3")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.13
2.07
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.44
3.35
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
284 mm (11.2")
274 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
62 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
94 mm (3.7")
90 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Non-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
6.3
6.7
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
74.0%
75.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
7.3
7.6
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
77.3%
78.5%
Heel Cushioning
8.2
8.5
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.83 J
3.79 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
9.97 J
11.13 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
16.86 J
17.11 J
Forefoot Cushioning
7.9
7.9
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.15 J
5.28 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.58 J
8.59 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.28 J
11.95 J
Heel Firmness
5.1
4.9
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
47.1 N/mm
38.7 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
109.3 N/mm
116.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
229.7 N/mm
264.4 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.1
8.0
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
105.0 N/mm
85.5 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
220.1 N/mm
249.4 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
436.1 N/mm
453.7 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
7.3
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
8.00 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
7.77 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
7.61 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
7.50 J
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