Your Guide to the ASICS BLAST SERIES™
February 13, 2026
From the NOVABLAST® trainer to the ultra-bouncy MEGABLAST™ shoe, the ASICS BLAST SERIES™ delivers a range of energized styles for runners who want more spring in their step. Read on to compare each shoe in the collection and find out which is right for you.
BLAST SERIES™ at-a-glance
If you’re new to the BLAST SERIES™, here’s a quick guide to the full lineup in their most recent iterations:
NOVABLAST® 5
A versatile daily trainer made with FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning for an energized feel and responsive rebound.
SONICBLAST™
A speed-focused daily trainer which adds a layer of FF TURBO™ SQUARED foam and ASTROPLATE™ technology for more forward propulsion.
New SUPERBLAST™ 3
A supercharged long-distance trainer with FF LEAP™ cushioning and a trampoline pod for a springy, propulsive ride.
MEGABLAST™
A high-performance trainer with the lightest weight in the category and full-length FF TURBO™ SQUARED cushioning for next-level bounce.
Tech specs
NOVABLAST® 5 | SONICBLAST™ | SUPERBLAST™ 3 | MEGABLAST ™ | |
Bounce Level | ++ | +++ | ++++ | +++++ |
Purpose | An energized daily trainer that adds bounce and comfort to every run. | Taking the bounce experience to sonic speeds with dual-layer cushioning and ASTROPLATE™ technology. | A supercharged bounce experience that helps you go longer distances with extra support. | Unleash next-level bounce and speed with the most energized foam in our lineup. |
Best For | Daily running | Interval running | Distance running | Faster running |
Cushioning | FF BLAST™ MAX | FF BLAST™ MAX and FF TURBO™ SQUARED | New FF LEAP™ and FF BLAST™ PLUS | Full-length FF TURBO™ SQUARED |
ASTROPLATE™ | ✔ | |||
ASICSGRIP™ Outsole | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
Weight Based on men’s US size 9 | 255g | 256g | 239g | 230g |
About SUPERBLAST™ 3
As the newest update in the BLAST SERIES™ lineup, the SUPERBLAST™ 3 shoe introduces FF LEAP™ cushioning: a lightweight, supercharged foam with an effortlessly springy feel in every stride. A trampoline pod in the forefoot adds extra responsiveness, and a redesigned woven upper adds a secure, supportive feel for long-distance running. And although it has more cushioning underfoot, the SUPERBLAST™ 3 shoe weighs about 10g less than its predecessor.
About NOVABLAST® 5
The NOVABLAST® 5 shoe sits at the starting line of the BLAST SERIES™. Lightweight, responsive, and comfortable for various distances, it’s a versatile trainer that can keep pace with your daily workouts. FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning creates soft landings and a responsive toe-off, and a trampoline-inspired outsole design offers a bouncy feel underfoot. The breathable mesh upper is complemented by a new tongue wing construction, which delivers a secure fit and reduced tongue movement during your runs.
ASICS Megablast
About SONICBLAST™
With the SONICBLAST™ shoe, comfort meets sonic speed. It starts with a layer of FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning (the same energized material found in the NOVABLAST® 5 shoe) and adds a layer of FF TURBO™ SQUARED foam for advanced comfort and bounce. In between each layer of foam is our ASTROPLATE™ technology. This lightweight Pebax plate provides a pop of forward momentum without the harshness that runners may feel with a carbon plate. The result is a speed trainer you can comfortably wear day after day, mile after mile.
ASICS Sonicblast
About MEGABLAST™
The MEGABLAST™ shoe delivers the most bounce with the lowest weight in the BLAST SERIES™. This combination is possible thanks to full-length FF TURBO™ SQUARED cushioning in the midsole, combining lightweight comfort with amplified energy return. The next-level bounce is made even better with ASICSGRIP™ technology for advanced grip and an engineered mesh upper that keeps you cool and comfortable throughout your run.
