ASICS NOVABLAST 6 vs ASICS SUPERBLAST 3

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NOVABLAST 6 compared with SUPERBLAST 3
ASICSNOVABLAST 6ASICSSUPERBLAST 3
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2026February 2026
Fit and feel
Made forRoad runningRoad running
Weight249 g230 g (better)
Heel height42 mm46.5 mm
Forefoot height34 mm38.5 mm
Drop8 mm8 mm
Carbon plateNoNo
Midsole foamFF BLAST MAX main layer with an FF TURBO SQUARED trampoline pod in the forefootFF LEAP top layer over FF BLAST PLUS, with a redesigned trampoline pod; bio-based materials in the midsole
UpperEngineered mesh, refined for breathabilityEngineered woven upper with recycled polyester; new eyestay design; dope-dyed sockliner
OutsoleASICSGRIP rubber in the forefootASICSGRIP rubber (Running Warehouse)
Use
Best forEveryday trainingEveryday training, long runs and workouts
Measured figuresRunning Warehouse, men's US 9: 249 g, 42 mm heel, 34 mm forefoot, 8 mm offset. RunRepeat lab: 249 g, 39.2 mm heel, 32.1 mm forefoot, 7.1 mm drop. ASICS's figures, as listed by RunRepeat: 242 g, 41.5 mm heel, 33.5 mm forefootRunning Warehouse, men's US 9: 230 g, 46 mm heel, 38 mm forefoot, 8 mm offset. RunRepeat lab: 235 g, 45.8 mm heel, 37.7 mm forefoot, 8.1 mm drop

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