Asics Novablast 4 vs Novablast 3 Comparison Running Shoe Review | Sportitude Running 2023

Josh from Sportitude dives into the key changes between the brand new Asics Novablast 4 compared to the Novablast 3. He dives into the outsole, upper and midsole, tells us who the shoe is for and what his pros and cons are after a few runs in the shoe.
Novablast 4 available in Australia and at www.sportitude.com.au on the 7th of December 2023
0:00 - Introduction
0:41 - Who Is This Shoe For?
1:30 - Outsole
2:35 - Upper
4:17 - Midsole
6:34 - Summary
Novablast 4 Stats:
Weight: M: ~260g (US 9) | W: ~225g (US 7.5)
Drop: 8mm
Heel: M: 41mm | W: 40mm
Forefoot: M: 33mm | W: 32mm
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[@kokyinhau]

I have nb 3 and have been running for 8 months, bought nb 4 on 25/02, have run 8 times but found that nb4 is less bouncy and lacks bounce, today I just gave it to my sister to use, run and use nb3 again. Thanks

[@tubegfg]

Nice review and comparison.Thanks.

[@mrdsbaker]

I have had 4 pairs of ver 3 and loved them so much, the can do it all shoe for sure! Picked up a pair of the green NB4 today excited to run in them and see how they compare

[@Back-Pain-In-My-Area]

How is it for you? Ver 3 and Ver 4

[@MyNameJeff-ck4sb]

I have Nova blast 3 and Nova blast 4. I wanted to love the 4s more than the 3s because they look so much better but the 3s are so much better. The cushion feels so much better and is much more breathable. Also the rounded shape of the toe area feels like the 4s are trying too hard to propel you forward where as the 3s feel much more natural. I will say the 4s feel better only in the heel lockdown but the 3s feel perfectly fine. I’ll be keeping both pairs only because I love the look of the 4s in green but if I was picking between I would be getting the Nova blast 3s all day over the Novablast 4s

[@chris4speed]

The 3s are much better!

[@stephanwinter8720]

The red&white is a great colour. 👍😍

[@duncanpowell5322]

Is the outsole rubber a different type that is not diabolical in the wet?

[@goncaloachega5606]

A question. I was advised to use 10mm drop running shoes. This one has 8mm. Is that a big difference? I rather prefer heel striking. Tks for the help.

[@reynemanzano]

Is that sunrise red color way actually red or more of pink?

[@mattpreston7748]

If you had to pick between the 4 and Supernlast - Do you think the Superblast is worth spending a few more Pounds on? Thanks

[@erinmalette7276]

If you can afford it, yes.

[@legendamian]

Outersole not a lot has changed. It was at this point i turned the review off.

[@Aimemakhtr]

Novablast 2 outsole still the best in nova family with ahar+ that use on trail lineup

[@paullooper1090]

Is there still overpronating like the 3?

[@SportitudeAus]

Thanks for watching and sending through your Question. We and I found the Nova 4s to be more stable through mid-stance. I am an overpronator and can tolerate a neutral shoe (actually prefer) and the Nova 4, is in my opinion is very stable through transition. Regards, Josh

[@hoodratcertified2137]

Is it wider than the previous model?

[@SportitudeAus]

Great Question. No, not wider, if anything a little shallower through the forefoot.