Sole Stats Featuring ASICS Novablast 6: A Bouncier, More Dialed-In Daily Trainer
Monday, July 6, 2026
By: Jared Leath, CCR Sole Stats Creator
For this Sole Stats Dash, we’re digging into a brand new bouncy, fun daily trainer: the ASICS Novablast 6.
This shoe remains a neutral daily trainer, but with a bit more bounce than the ASICS GEL-Cumulus. It’s a great option if you’re looking for a springy, energetic ride for everyday miles.
Weight and Stack Height
The Novablast 6 comes in a touch lighter than last year’s version, weighing 7.7oz in the women’s and 8.8oz in the men’s. Stack heights, however, remain the same: 32.5mm in the forefoot and 40.5mm in the heel for the women’s, and just a millimeter higher for the men’s at 33.5mm and 41.5mm.
What’s New from Version 5 to Version 6
Going from version 5 to version 6, ASICS made a few key updates:
The upper is now a technical mesh — lighter and more breathable than before. ASICS also dialed in the fit: the heel has improved lockdown, while the forefoot opens up with more room, especially noticeable on the lateral side for extra toe space. The tongue is also more padded in version 6 than in version 5.
That Signature Trampoline-Like Ride
What Novablast fans have always loved about this shoe is the unique trampoline-like feeling in the forefoot, and version 6 keeps that going in a very strong way. It features a pocket of ASICS’ FF Turbo Squared foam, which made its debut in 2025 with the ASICS Megablast. That dependable, energized feeling is paired with FlyteFoam Blast Max to keep you refreshed mile after mile, stride after stride. It’s a great combo for fartleks or tempo work, since you can settle into a pace and pick it up easily.
Outsole
The outsole mapping is similar to version 5, but version 6 uses two different rubber compounds: ASICS GRIP in the forefoot for increased traction, and AHAR LO in the heel for added durability.
Price and Availability
The ASICS Novablast 6 is $155 and available in-store and online at Charm City Run starting July 1. Come in and experience this dialed-in, springy ride for yourself!
