MEN'S NOVABLAST 5

While the training shoe vs. racing shoe debate continues to blossom industry–wide, please rest assured that the ASICS Novablast 5 is perfectly suited for both. Enhancements to the upper, midsole, and outsole technologies have resulted in improved breathability, increased energy return, and enhanced traction. Here's what else you'll love: Upper Technology: Improved Breathability – a new technical mesh upper provides a unique balance of lightweight comfort and enhanced breathability. A tongue wing construction in the upper helps improve the fit while reducing tongue movement. It's complemented with an engineered jacquard mesh upper that offers more stretch and ventilation. Midsole Technology: New FF BLAST™ MAX Cushioning – feel the dynamic bounce and responsive energy return of one of ASICS' most energetic midsole foams. FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning helps create softer landings and a more energized toe–off during your training. Outsole Technology: Increased Energy Return – a trampoline–inspired outsole design helps deliver increased bounce in every step. Enhanced Traction – a soft AHAR™ LO outsole provides better traction on more surfaces. Specs: Total Heel Height – 41.5mm Total Forefoot Height – 33.5mm Heel–To–Toe Drop – 8mm Shoe's carbon footprint is approximately 17% lower than the industry average (assessed using ASICS carbon footprint methodology Version 1.1 and the most comprehensive reporting available for industry average running shoes, conducted by MIT)