ASICS Novablast 4

[@TracyK6066]

Never in my life have I clicked on a video so fast. I had a metatarsal stress fracture all summer and it's finally healed up, just in time to get back into things with the new Novablasts!

[@kofuzi]

glad to hear you're ready to run again!

[@meangirlbecca]

Great review, Michael! You influenced me to buy the NB3 and I've gotten a bit over 200 miles on them. Have been gravitating toward Nimbus 25 more though, which is just a fantastic shoe. ASICS in general has been treating me well!

[@kofuzi]

glad to hear those shoes are working out so well for you!

[@ichlieberammstein8251]

ASICS is the best big brand. Excellent build quality and quality control

[@abruenin236]

Same here, but I sold the Nimbus and kept the NB3 (TR). It is an unbelieveable versatile shoe.

[@jamestester4561]

This shoe looks so good. ASICS has been bringing the heat in their 2023-24 lineup. Cannot wait for this and the superblast

[@vhyleung]

This selfishly makes me feel better as I purchased the Novablast 3 a couple weeks ago and am really enjoying its versatility. Cheers Ko✌

[@kofuzi]

the good news is that the 3 is still on sale at a discount but then when that runs out, the 4 is also an excellent shoe

[@nerdhoy]

Can't wait for Superblast 2! 😉

[@Ben-yw8be]

Same!

[@rylanpierson5597]

SB2 should only be an update to the upper this year, so it might be worth picking up the first on sale instead.

[@MRX5000X]

I’m hoping SB1 gets restocked and put on sale

[@Serkong]

When is it coming?

[@ThatRunnerAaron]

Nah I think they need to just keep it how it is. Don’t fix what’s not broken.

[@ALRUMIE]

Your Review is always set at benchmark for any other Review to be The Best, Great Review Mike as Usual. Cant wait to Review My NB4 too 😊

[@chovue2363]

One of my favorite intro montage. Killer track! Had no idea the 4 was on its way!

[@kofuzi]

thanks so much!

[@HDSigningOut]

Asics Novablast 3 are my go-to shoes of the year, they have about 800 km on them and I will continue to use them until I get my hands on 4's. From the original to v3, every iteration got better, hopefully 4 will continue the same trend.

[@elophostia]

How's the foam after that many km? I'm seriously considering buying them, there is a good sale on them right now ❤

[@HDSigningOut]

@@elophostia The foam is still fine, i could take it to 1000 km if i wanted to. Its obviously not as fresh as new pair, but i have no problem running in them. In fact, I think the foam is softer than Saucony Triumph 20 which has 150 km and is considered max cushion shoe. But it also depends on what type of runner you are, I have 50 kg and tend not to destroy my shoes that much.

[@playspossum]

I own a pair of novablast 3, with little bit above 750 km. I'm 85 kg. I've had the feeling that shoes started to lose their softness after maybe 600 km. All my runs after 700 km were simply because I loved NB3 so much, so I wanted to give them a chance again and again, but unfortunately in my case they definitely became more and more stiffer, and my last run in them was 25 km, and I didn't like it at all in the second half. Shoes felt like very stiff on every landing.@@elophostia

[@dennisahlgren9538]

Im about 1600 km into my novablast 3 and the only thing that shows any wear is the ahar rubber(finaly😅) However around 1400-1500 km i started to feel the foam near the root of the big toe(step off/landing area) compress and feeling a bit flat almoat...maybe just me, maybe depending on how I run but however great shoe Im a bit concerned for the 4s since they use the same ff blast iteration as the nimbus 25 I have a pair of nimbus 25 with almost 700km on them and I dont like them nearly as much

[@elophostia]

@@HDSigningOut I bought a pair and found myself slightly pronating during my running sessions. Never felt such a thing with my previous shoes (Pegasus 38, 39, and a few stable ASICS). Maybe the reason is the rocky profile of the NB3, but in my opinion, this is a problem addressed to my stabilizers, and I just have to get stronger. Still, these are the best shoes I've ever had, and I easily improved my pace by 10 seconds per minute with the same intensity.

[@CannabisTechLife]

Clicked so fast on this one haha. Great review as always. Interesting that they aren't releasing two versions (one eco and one non eco foam). Getting harder to choose a daily trainer these days with so many great options!

[@kofuzi]

I think it was an incredibly bold move to switch this over to FF Blast+ Eco. And I appreciate that they were willing to put their money where their mouth is in terms of a product that pushes towards more responsible production

[@RunRecoverRally]

I feel like you kinda answered your own question with your last sentence. No reason to add two versions of the same model with the only difference being the foam material composition. Seems like ASICS is dedicated to slowly incorporating FF Blast + Eco in their lineup of trainers.

[@CannabisTechLife]

Good point@@RunRecoverRally

[@CannabisTechLife]

Hopefully it just will keep getting better / more refined then as people buy it and give more budget to this development.@@kofuzi

[@yitfoonglee8434]

Decided against the more expensive nimbus 25 and went for a discounted nb3 . No regrets. Using the nb3 for 90mins low hr maff runs . I have another pair of magic speed 2 for short 5km speed runs . These are my 2 shoe rotations. I think i ll pick up another pair of nb3 since the nb4 is less springy . Thanks for great review !

[@kofuzi]

nice rotation there

[@SpeedGio]

Thank you! I absolutely get your idea about the response. For me, I bought the Nimbus 25 for my long runs, but ended up using the On Cloud Surfer, because of the lack of spring on the shoe, it's just too soft on the Nimbus, so I use them for recovery days, or traveling to other cities to race; those shoes are just a pleasure to walk on, so my feet are rested on race day.

[@kofuzi]

I agree that the Nimbus is a great travel shoe

[@Martha-fluterunner]

I switched out from the Nimbus25 to the Cloudsurfer when it came time to replace them as well. I love the Cloudsurfer but use it for easy, recovery and medium long runs.

[@sujoynandi1]

Novablast 3 ws really the greatest shoe I ever ran on no question on that, I always wondered how asics would 1 up on this, superb intro...

[@kofuzi]

thanks!

[@mistycooper3077]

Really enjoyed this review. Fun and thorough!

[@kofuzi]

thanks, Misty!

[@Kay_3b]

just grabbed the 3s on sale and loved running in them for the first time this weekend, im excited to see how the 4s will do as more reviews roll out. Until then I'll enjoy my 3s and wait for the 4s to go on sale 😌

[@kofuzi]

happy running!

[@RunningWithSamuel]

so stoked we finally get this review!

[@rainrunnerx]

The daily trainer category is my jam. I’m so excited for the Nova4! Just picked up a second pair of 3s on sale and nearly to the end of my Clifton9s. I’m so happy Asics kept the price tag @ $140. Seems like a no brainer vs NB1080.

[@kofuzi]

I was initially second-guessing myself for complaining that the 1080 was $165. but the more I think about it, the more I think it's too high

[@m.r.6264]

Agree! No brainer to go for the Nova4 over the NB1080. I'm going to pick up another Nova3. But am excited that Kofuzi was able to run in the rain in the 4's and not have any issues. I'll be checking out the 4's later next year!

[@michaeltanel3815]

Not sure about in the US, but in Canada there are way more NB discounts than Asics. So ultimately these will end up roughly the same price.

[@nickcoulter973]

I love that my Novablast 2&3 both have plenty of pop, when I want to go faster. I am concerned that the 4 may be slower for me. Along with the Superblast, they are the best running shoes I have ever owned.

[@AndrewMosc]

Great review. I love my Novablast 2’s. I will invest in a couple of pairs of the 3s now having seen this. I love the versatility of the shoe and I don’t want to lose that.

[@wayned0287]

Thinking the same here!

[@raymart86]

Interesting tweaks to this version! I was rotating SC Trainer V1 for easy/long runs and NovaBlast 3 for speed workouts last season. I have SCT V2 now and with its changes and looking at this version they seem closer together. I miss some of the cushiness of the SCT V1 and this NB4 seems to be a hair less springy or more like a daily trainer. Still considering the Saucony Endorphine Speed 3 as my speed session trainer, but I still have some mileage left in my NB3’s to get by for a bit.

[@daviddrodriguez06]

Great review! I picked up nova 3 after viewing your video last year and love them

[@kofuzi]

glad to hear it!

[@VanjeAv]

I'm so excited for this shoe!!!!

[@Kaisersozze]

In Canada the Novablast 3 is still the same price as when it was related, sadly. Granted I wouldn't be surprised if the 4 won't be available in Canada until several months after it's US release, just like last year.

[@Logs888]

Got the 3s for right under 100€ shortly after release, now it sits around the 100€ mark. Pretty good value for the money 😊

[@michaeltanel3815]

I commented this elsewhere, but we in Canada never see a good Asics sale. Such a shame, I end up dominantly in Adidas and NBs.

[@EverydayRandom]

come on man, im just feeling better with my boston 12 purchase and then you come out with this... sheesh man ^_^ shoe looks good hope it also feels good

[@kofuzi]

your Boston 12 is just as good for you today as it was yesterday

[@der_sascha]

thank you for this review, still one of my favortie running shoe reviewer

[@kofuzi]

thank you 🙏

[@roostermiller]

I think you made an interesting point about the change in foam with the bio foams. I found the same with the pwr run foam with Saucony. The Axon 3 uses a bio foam (might be corn bases) vs the kinvara 14. The Axon 3 is way softer and less durable vs the Kinvara Pwrrun foam in regards to the ground contact abrasion. Hence the slab of xt600 on the bottom of the Axon3. Would be interesting to see how the novablast 3 vs 4 compares over simular milage.

[@kofuzi]

what's particularly interesting to me is that I understood PWRRun PB to be castor bean based. Doesn't that mean it was already a bio based product? and then this year, they introduced PWRRUN BIO+ which is corn based. why the emphasis in one line of products and not the other?

[@fpupesh]

omg i've been waiting for this for months!

[@garethevans2499]

OH THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING! Did not know these were coming to town!

[@kofuzi]

it's very exciting!

[@38sep]

Thanks for the great content. Just picked up a pair of Novablast 3 TR for under £90 and looking forward to running in them. Might pick up Some of these when price drops - never buy full retail!

[@NielsPilon]

Great review and nice of Ascis for keeping the price at 140. Loved the NB3 and might get a 3rd pair or this new one. Don't might if it's a little bit less responsive as a use the Magic Speed 3 for my tempo runs. Already tried the 1080 v13 and didn't like it at all for being such a bulky shoe.

[@kofuzi]

I was conflicted in marking down the novablast 4 for not being as speed-ready as the novablast 3. I rarely use daily trainers for workouts, as I'll use a race shoe or a workout shoe, like takumi sen or magic speed. and while the novablast 4 is probably a better daily trainer in terms of how I actually use a daily trainer, that slight change in spirit of the shoe does make it a touch less exciting.

[@ksteege]

Awesome review - I am looking forward to these a lot. Unlike many I was not blown away by the Novablast - was quite unimpressed by the 1 and 2 - I enjoy the 3 but for me it was a good Daily trainer for sure but not the best... I love the new 1080 ( really havent liked any since v10) so I am really interested to check these out

[@jamesconors88]

How have you found the nova 4?

[@andrybudin1202]

Novablast 3 was a great , gotten to run it over 350 miles. so looking forward to the new novablast 4 .

[@ajmartinez1906]

Nice Review Mr K, looking forward to seeing them releasing a TR version of it.

[@robborrel6786]

I hope they haven't changed too much and that they come in a less flashy colors. This (well the TR version) is my to-go walking/travel shoe. Especially on trips where I travel light, the multipurpose (walking and running) function is worth it's weight in gold. And pretty durable too! But your info about the 4 is really encouraging, probably will pick up a pair.

[@kofuzi]

the novablast 3 ended up being offered in an almost silly amount colors, many of which I really liked. I haven't seen any of the upcoming colors, but I'm hoping for the same with the 4

[@The_Why_Pod]

Just recently became a Novablast 3 convert. This is going to be a great one.

[@kofuzi]

hope you enjoy!

[@laalaa99stl]

Looks like they made the outsole grippier which was my main complaint with the 3. I know some people bought the TR version just for that reason. Then again, I have the Puma DN2 for running on wet leaves these days. Colorway seems like a step backwards, and the longevity of the Eco foam remains to be seen. Let's see if ASICS can actually get these on the shelves in a timely fashion. It was well into spring before I started to see the 3 last year.

[@kofuzi]

I keep hearing from a minority of people who express grip concerns with the novablast. but in all iterations and regardless of how wet conditions are, I've not experienced it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@runningformybestlife]

Great review!! Can’t wait to try them out! Thanks!

[@kofuzi]

hope you enjoy!

[@MrAnderson321]

I took your comments onboard last year and bought the NovaBlast 3, absolutely love them! Let’s see how you get on long term with the NB4. 👍

[@darkknight5048]

I am really loving the More V4, got 3 pairs of them already. I wear them everywhere, all the time.

[@MrJoeBangkok]

First NVB4 review in the world!!!!

[@aggapy22]

I have to say, one thing that improved a lot from nova 3 to nova 4 is... COLOR! 😍

[@kofuzi]

It’s interesting to hear the wide variety of reactions to this launch color

[@irunovermountains]

That’s one of the nicest green colours I’ve seen in a shoe. It’s ever so slightly pastel. I might pick this up

[@johangiesenfeldboman2722]

Thanks for the video! Looks like they used the updated details from the Novablast 3 LE but with the traditional upper fabric from the regular Novablast 3.

[@kofuzi]

Maybe if you’re only looking at the upper

[@johangiesenfeldboman2722]

Of course, i was mostly referring to the visuals. color, the achilles and pull tab. Would be fun to see a comparison between the two.

[@JavierISampedroTNF]

One of my favorites from the past years. Currently using the Novablast 2 pairing with Rincon 3 and Adios 6/7. Can´t wait to get a pair of NB3 and later the 4s.

[@kofuzi]

hope you enjoy!

[@JavierISampedroTNF]

@@kofuzi thanks! sure I do. Looking good for my 2024 rotation.

[@tkwasik]

Running shoes are very personal and different for every runner, bought novablast 3 based on reviews, and unfortunately didn't agree with the shoe at all - to soft and mushy for me - donated it.. It's a skill to learn to be able to understand how different reviewers would translate the shoe to yourself... Good review as usual mate 👍

[@tkwasik]

Also magic speed 3 having the same foam as nova 3 - it's surprising how good this shoe feel for me .. same foam but with carbon and it's completely different foam experience

[@OmaRuns67]

I’ve been training in my Nimbus 25’s & tried on the Novablast 3 at work today…love them! Based on this review, I’m going to get them & wait on the 4’s 🤔

[@kofuzi]

Glad to hear you’ve got a combo that is working for you!

[@melchiorvalentine769]

The last 4 pairs of shoes I’ve bought on your recommendation and my running and experiences have improved significantly. Been waiting for this video, checking regularly. Thanks for everything you put out, massive value for me x

[@kofuzi]

that's great to hear that you've been enjoying your running more!

[@PeterMerante]

Love the review and the channel Kofuzi!! Not crazy about anthropomorphizing shoe foams though-“Not as eager to go quickly”. Giving you a little bit of a friendly jab there 😊

[@matthewspears9593]

Great review!

[@thetruth9974]

Thanks for the comparisons. I would like to buy the Novoblast 3 in certain colourways but Asics UK has stopped restocking them and it has been difficult to source it from other reputable sports shops in the UK too. I do feel that we have fewer choices in the UK.

[@EugeneOdnoval]

Color is sick! Love it!:)

[@andrewstearns9276]

Nice review. Loved the 3. I feel like the Novablast 4 is releasing a little bit too soon. Sometimes I feel like there aren’t enough runs you can do before actually needed to get the new model. Wish running companies would do every 2 years as opposed to 12-15 months with a new model.

[@kofuzi]

Don’t feel compelled to buy a shoe because a new one exists. Get what you need an enjoy your running. For some people, a yearly release might not be relevant. But other people go through shoes more quickly

[@peterandrewchua4672]

Hi Mr.Kofuzi hope you're doing fine.I'm a big fan of your KZbin channe!Run safe always and God bless always!💪❤🤟

[@kofuzi]

thanks!

[@zaf2643]

Defintely tempted of trying a novoblast shoe but i will stick with nimbus 25 for now as i continue to recover from knee injuries 😢

[@kofuzi]

hope you get back to 100% soon!

[@stridewitharun]

Awesome review. And I especially love your solo video making skills🎉.

[@kofuzi]

thank you 🙏

[@jamiedalrymple3689]

Could the 4's be used as a marathon shoe or what would you recommend please 🤔❤️✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@kofuzi]

They’re not racing shoes, but depending on your experience level and goals, these could make a fine marathon shoe

[@ronricandrewsantiago]

I'm probably around 250 kms. with my NB3 and I'm still gonna wait for another six months and more reviews for for the NB4. Hope this one does not disappoint!

[@kofuzi]

happy running!

[@TravelRunner]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insights on these shoes, Mike! I enjoy the hearing the words "pace versatility" paired together and I agree it's the best way to describe the NovaBlast 3. Also, I'm curious if you've heard anything on whether Asics will make the TR version of the NovaBlast again?

[@Johnnybrera]

Love the NB3. The lining at the heel where my achilles is, tears very fast. I do not notice it when running but when I take them you feel it and see it. Maybe the new "heelflare" will help with that. 😊

[@MidLifeRunner]

Thanks for the solid review. I’m disappointed or sad that the Novablast evolution is growing away from the fun and versatile ride of v1. Since I just purchased 1080, I’ll wait till these go on sale . Cheers!

[@kofuzi]

so far, the pattern seems to be to have a wild shoe one year and then a more controlled version the next

[@MidLifeRunner]

@@kofuzi here for v5 then! 🙏🏼

[@vighneshramesh2569]

Fresh foam x is excellent I had the v12 and it’s insanely soft and comfortable

[@j.w.matney8390]

I've been running in the NB3 this fall as a daily trainer and the Nimbus 25 as my recovery shoe. The Hoka Rocket 2 is my race shoe so far this season, although I've been eying the Meta Edge. I have about 230 miles on the Clifton 9 and the outsole is worn out in spots almost to the midsole. The midsole is also starting to feel a little dead.

[@paultimothyL]

Great review! I got my wife the Novablast 3 because of how much you hyped it and she loves them! I usually try to buy my shoes a year late so I get the discounts. 😂😂

[@SerjiRun]

Thanks a lot dude!

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@arianamontalvo912]

Your novablast reviews are swaying me to buy because I have yet to try them!! And I'm in nyc so.... hmmm might have to make a mad dash for them 😅

[@danielhenry4365]

Seems like alot of brands' "sequels' are striving towards softening up their midsoles. I wonder up to what point will it be TOO soft in terms of affecting durability and stability ?

[@kofuzi]

I tell brands regularly, "hurt my ankles. then, you will be on to something"

[@micdavey]

Nice review! The launch colorways leave a lot to be desired imo and I'm not enamored with the size of the heel crash pad, but at least Asics didn't cancel the model entirely!

[@kofuzi]

that's a nice silver lining to draw

[@michaeltanel3815]

Agreed on the colourway. I'd really prefer something less monochromatic.

[@micdavey]

@@michaeltanel3815 and the all-Lime here is much better than the other three launch options on the Asics store. I’ll cross my fingers for the spring refresh!

[@cortneywebb1677]

Curious about when or if a superblast 2… really have loved the superblast

[@drewwhittaker2549]

Currently trying to decide between waiting it out for these or picking up the 1080 v13s, so it was interesting to hear you say they match up/compare pretty close to one another.

[@kofuzi]

if your running enough to justify it, get both. one now and the other later.

[@drewwhittaker2549]

I like the way you think! @@kofuzi

[@jln_Chi]

Damnit Ko, your videos make me want to go out and run again.

[@kofuzi]

if you've got the time, go for it!

[@davidyangonzalez7494]

I wonder how the new feel compares to the Superblast? I run both Super and Nova Blasts, and the Superblast gets me better feel and numbers at the end of the day. Curious how this new Nova´s will stack against them, tho...

[@muhammadfaishol4189]

for me the NovaBlast3TR is my favorite for long run... thanks for the influance😄

[@kofuzi]

it's a good shoe

[@guymonty]

Loved every version of the Novablast but then I developed Metatarsalgia in my left foot three months ago. I'm recovered from the Metatarsalgia but since then the Novablast 'trampoline' feels like a pea under the ball of the foot and aggravates the injury so no Novablast for me ever again. 😢

[@kofuzi]

sorry to hear that. and if staying away from Novablast keeps you running pain free, then by all means, continue with that. but for what it's worth, I feel less trampoline effect in this shoe. I suspect it's due to the foam change

[@allanjaygarcia]

Love my Novablast 3 and 4. Aloha brother Kofuzi 🤙

[@kofuzi]

Yo

[@RunnerdJK]

You didn’t mention the biggest change - the platform is 5 mm wider than V3. The wide platform improves stability (better for easy paces) but makes the shoe less agile (worse for fast paces)

[@kofuzi]

you're the second person to mention this to me. at which point is it 5mm wider? I did not perceive a change in width

[@RunnerdJK]

@@kofuzi RoadTrailRun reports that the platform is 5 mm wider at the heel and the forefoot

[@iTribe-xn9qe]

Love the super blast. Been running 100% on concrete and so far they are holding up well at 108 miles. I use them every 3rd day when my Achilles are tired and sore. How different are the novablast from the super blast? Btw I bought them because of your review😁 ty

[@kofuzi]

the novablast continues be different from the superblast in that the novablast is a daily trainer. can be used for a little of everything with durability to hand the bulk of your running, i.e. everyday runs at easy effort. the superblast is shoe that is a bit more malleable, and different runners tend to perceive it and use it differently. I love it as a long run shoe or a workout shoe where I will be doing a lot of miles at or around marathon effort. others like the superblast as a forgiving recovery run or long slow run shoe. others like the superblast as a daily trainer and might use it in the same scenarios as the novablast.

[@McFearless80]

Great review! Novablast 2 & 3 were comfy and fun but definitely not perfect for my foot strike. The center pod that gives the shoe it's unique dynamics usually ended up irritating my feet. That feeling does go away after racking up 200+ miles in them. A fun shoe but probably won't pick up the 4.

[@legendamian]

But is it better then the Deviate Nitro 2? Because that shoe just blew me away and left my novablast 3 catching dust. I also feel that i bottomed out the 3 quite quickly and didn't return to it. Is the Novablast 4 even more bouncy then the 3? Because the 3 was already super soft. Lowkey i think superblast is still the way to go.

[@kofuzi]

it's a great question that will be answered in my Shoe of the Year video

[@jmbaug1229]

Wow! New model 4 looks wild 🙌🏻💫 J.

[@onemanzu]

Amped for this shoe! I’ve had 3 pair of the novablast 3. Wish the launch colorways were a bit better, but that comes with time.

[@kofuzi]

the novablast 3 ended up with like 20 color options

[@onemanzu]

@@kofuzi and the super duper bright ones were awesome! Still wear my retired highlighter yellows

[@Runninawaywithit]

Did you norice the increased width? I saw on another channel that the 4 is 5mm wider than the 3. Maybe that controbutes a bit to the feeling of it not wanting to go quite as fast?

[@kofuzi]

I did not perceive an increased width. if anything, I long suspected that there was a change in the rocker geometry, but I have since kind of concluded that it's due to a difference in the foam and maybe a bit perhaps due to the change in rubber compound

[@blaisechatelain]

I ve been a novablast fan since version 1, however im experiencing a lot of loud foot slapping which i dont get with my tempo shoes (takumi sen 9) or with the superblast. Anyone else feel like the nb3 are loud???

[@kofuzi]

do you get it with other shoes that you run with as a daily trainer?

[@blaisechatelain]

@@kofuzi my other dailies are the on cloudsurfers which definitely are quieter, although they've developed a squeak around 500km of use. But you're probably right must be my footwork at a certain pace

[@roter4baron]

I've heard that the Clifton 9's midsole gets flat pretty fast. The FOD Runner did a video about that. Can you confirm that?

[@mardub0145]

I have NB 3s at the moment, but I would like a more “speedy” daily trainer. It seems like I am not getting that in the NB 4s unfortunately… What would you recommend? I might just go with a new pair of NB 3s on sale.

[@revivalist70]

Will be getting NB 4 for slow jogging and long hours standing and walking Cheers

[@marrlo121]

Is the upper warm like the Nimbus 25? I had to return them since they were too hot on my feet. The Nova Blast 3 was fine.

[@mikeleonard8684]

Very informative review, thanks. I assume Asics requested that all influencers release reviews today. My feed also has RW, BITR, Emily Heller, Doctors.

[@kofuzi]

it's kind of the inverse, but I think its an important distinction. we can release videos any time we want, but no earlier than today. the simultaneity is a reflection of our collective excitement as a counterpoint, I get gps watches with embargoes all the time. but I rarely find it compelling to produce a video for the embargo lift day

[@mikeleonard8684]

@@kofuzi Got it, thanks for the insight.

[@OdanUrr87]

Wow, we have a Novablast 4 review already, thanks! I think I'm gonna burn more miles on the Peg 39 and Triumph 20 for now, possibly until the Rebel v4, Speed 4 (and an overhauled Peg 41 maybe?) release to see if they made any substantial changes worth considering. The NB3 is certainly an option I'm looking at and, hopefully, should go down in price by then.

[@kofuzi]

This is a nice long term plan for summer 2024, it seems

[@OdanUrr87]

Hopefully I can endure long enough and not fall prey to the temptation of shiny new running shoes. Only 400 more miles to go! @@kofuzi

[@hopsrunner]

My wide, stability needing feet don’t love the Novablast and it breaks my heart

[@srijangupta8784]

Hi Man, loved the way this looks, Can I do sprints on this ?

[@kofuzi]

Strides? Yes A full sprinter’s workout? Maybe no maybe yes

[@sadiporter2966]

you didn't review the grip on wet roads compared to v3..

[@kofuzi]

a small minority of people complain about grip on wet roads. I've run in very wet conditions in all the novablast. I just don't experience what you are experiencing. it's a bit ludicrous to fault me for something I don't feel. instagram.com/p/Cia0NoCO93_/

[@silvermandavid]

So, do I get the Novablast 4s or NB 1080 v13s for my long easy miles?

[@samcollick9481]

Is the NB4 more or less versatile than the Clifton 9?

[@iamdihan]

Ive had every Novablast. 2 Pairs of the Number 2 has some issues after a few hundred KM with bump forming on the sole that you can feel on your sole but the rest have been amazing. I still use the number 1 time to time and it has 600+km on it

[@kofuzi]

so far, it seems like the odd number versions get fun and maybe a bit unstable (in a good way?) and then the even number years reign things back in a bit

[@febryanbagus4564]

Wowww..thanks for the earlier update NB4

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@corriendosolo]

I’m a Clifton fan I love the FAN factor for a shoe. The Clifton lose the fan factor with the use and I’m considering the Novablast as a change 🤔.

[@revivalist70]

Getting the NB4 for morning jogs and long hours of standing and walking. Cheers

[@datdatnewkid3045]

I'll probably wait for another colorway. Didnt know you have an Asics merch. Just saw BITR review and Robbe was wearing a black Asics shirt with Kofuzi logo.

[@kofuzi]

the color I have is quite bold

[@imtomaihy]

1281 KM as of today on my NOVABLAST 3, I think I'm not ready to upgrade, yet. It still feels great.

[@kofuzi]

Great to hear!

[@macfin4862]

Looking forward to the Novablast 3 sales. My twos are still doing the trick so looking forward to some bargains

[@macfin4862]

Still waiting! They've never really gone on sale in aus

[@RunDeng09]

I want to like Novablast 4 but it's giving me too much pressure on the balls of my big toe specifically on longer runs. I never had those on Novablast 3.