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Novablast 6
★ 90d low Tracked daily
"Bouncy daily trainer with FF Blast Max midsole and an FF Turbo Squared forefoot pod."
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Our verdict
The big change for version 6 is a small pod of FF Turbo Squared foam under the forefoot, set into an FF Blast Max midsole. It gives the Novablast a quicker toe-off, and most reviewers think it's the better shoe for it. Ben Parkes rates it the best Novablast so far. Fordy Runs likes the changes too, but wonders whether the series has swapped the fun of the early versions for something dependable and a little safe. One reviewer liked it much less, finding the heel dull and the transition slappy.
This is a daily training shoe for easy miles and long runs, and it can still pick up the pace for strides or a steady tempo. Both UK reviewers share one worry: the Novablast 5 lost its bounce over time for plenty of runners, and most of this midsole is the same foam. At £140 RRP it costs £5 more than the version it replaces, and the older shoe is worth a look while stock lasts.
Key features
- FF Turbo Squared forefoot podAdds a springier push-off when you speed up, so the shoe feels livelier than a typical daily trainer at tempo effort. Midfoot and forefoot strikers feel it most.
- FF Blast Max midsoleGives you a soft, forgiving landing at easy pace and on long runs.
- Gusseted, padded tongueHolds your midfoot in place without pressure over the laces.
- Reworked outsole rubberGrips better on wet roads, fixing a long-running Novablast complaint, and reviewers saw very little wear.
- Woven upperBreathes well and locks the top of your foot down without rubbing.
Who it suits
Who should buy it
- Neutral runners who want one shoe for easy days and the odd faster session
- Midfoot and forefoot strikers, who get the most from the forefoot pod
- Runners who train in the wet and want dependable grip
- Narrow to average feet that like a snug midfoot
Who should not buy it
Good to know
Extra information
Fit & sizing
Length is close to normal, but the extra heel padding takes up a little room. Two reviewers found it ran a touch short, one of them compared with the Novablast 5, and still wore their usual size. If you're between sizes, or your current pair is already snug, half a size up is the safer choice.
The toe box is where reviewers can't agree. One set of testers called it roomy, while two others describe a tapered, lower-volume front that suits narrower feet. If your feet are wide, or your toes spread late in a long run, try it on before you buy.
Midfoot lockdown gets consistent praise. The gusseted, well-padded tongue holds the foot without pressing on the laces, and the plush collar keeps the heel settled.
Performance breakdown
Ride & feel
At easy pace the heel is soft and the ride stays calm. Push on and the forefoot pod takes over, with a springier toe-off that one reviewer likens to a small trampoline. The one critical review found the switch from soft heel to firmer forefoot clunky, and reckoned midfoot and forefoot strikers will get more out of it than heel strikers. One UK reviewer also thinks it now rides more like the pricier Superblast 3 than earlier Novablasts did.
Cushioning
There's plenty of foam for long runs, but the heel is less bouncy than before. Lab testing found the midsole slightly firmer than the Novablast 5's, and one reviewer saw the exposed heel foam compress a little in the early miles. Whether the bounce lasts is the open question. The Novablast 5 was criticised for going flat over time, and it's too soon to know if this one does better.
Stability
It's a neutral shoe, and reviewers don't agree on whether it's steadier than the Novablast 5. One UK reviewer found the new setup a little firmer and more stable, while lab testing measured a narrower platform and rated it less stable. Both UK reviewers were clear on one thing: the foam is soft, so if you overpronate, even mildly, look at a stability shoe instead.
Upper & comfort
The woven upper replaces the old engineered mesh, and reviewers report no hotspots or rubbing. It breathes well, which helps in summer and on wet days. Two small gripes: the laces are on the short side for a runner's knot, and one reviewer's pair showed glue marks and loose threads, which is disappointing at this price even if it was one bad pair.
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Specifications
| Category | Daily |
| Surface | Road |
| Drop | 8mm |
| Heel Stack | 41.5mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 33.5mm |
| Weight | 249g |
| Carbon Plated | No |
| Stability | No |
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