I got this shoe for my runs on asphalt, gravel paths and park like green areas, I think its perfect for that. For rougher trails and the mountains I got the Asics Trabuco Max, which is similar, also lots of cushioning, but more stable with less heel drop, and more aggressive lugs. Those two cover really anything a hobbyist runner could need imo.

@saltyjo7514

6 ай бұрын

I have the Trabuco Max. Very good shoes. I like them but they aren’t the most stable shoes for difficult terrain.

Lovely review Chris , I enjoyed the beautiful view too 😁 just subscribed

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks for subscribing :)

Trail or no trail, they're good looking shoes 😁

I really enjoyed Novablast version 1 and even though I skipped v2, I think I will go for this one. One more to add.. better start wearing those other shoes I bought in the past months :D

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Go for it!! It is an amazing running shoe.

I appreciate that they have a decently roomy toe box for my toes to splay and not narrow and no pressure.

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Absolutley, they are very comfortable!

I totally agree, the design of the shoe is great! But I don‘t really know if I would get it.. probably as a running shoe and not necessarily for trail running 🤔

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

It is an amazing road running shoe that you can take on some light trails. I would not recommend it as a trail shoe that you can take to the mountains.

@isapeter4493

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Maybe it will be my next running shoe 💪🏼

It is interesting that few years back this outsole would look like a standard road design. So, that is why I decided to get TR - to avoid sliding on wet roads, no matter is it an asphalt, stones, marble, sand or a bit mud.

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

That's a really good idea! Hope the shoe works for you :)

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

I also got the Novablast 4 TR after years of basically no running and now beeing motivated and did lots of research. The TR Version ist excactly the same shoe (doesn't matter if Novablast 3 or 4) just with more rubber which leads to deeper grooves. That's all! There is nothing else changed. And this bit more rubber to get a little bit of "grooves" makes the shoe like 15g+ heavier or something - not even noticeable. I also used mine for the "trails" around my city, so like 15min flat asphalt, then steep uphill, flat, steep downhill, forest and ground mixed and although the stack hight is high and the Novablast 4 TR are not trail shoes, i had no problems with them. I mean, sure, I watched out of course, but it is no nightmare at all. Also, the Novablast 4 seems to have a wider base which makes them more stable against kipping when you step on larger stones sidewards. Here it was mostly roots (you step over) and foresty ground. And then 20-30 min asphalt home. It is my Asphalt shoe but when you run a little bit offroad, you can do that without having a too hard or a bad time.

The shoe is awesome after break in. You are handsome 😘

Interested to hear how this shoes does on long runs on paved road. I hear grip isn't great on the regular version for wet conditions so thinking about getting the TR one instead even though I will mostly use it on road asphalt surface.

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

I would def. buy this shoes again if I could! It does really well on all types of runs. I however mostly run on gravel roads. How it would do on wet pavement, I cannot really tell you. But most likely better that the road version. Thanks for commenting :)

@Kaisersozze

Жыл бұрын

@@chris.schmied Thanks for your comment.

@fishplantsandhamsters8391

Жыл бұрын

I have the regular version novablast 3 and the grip is great even on corners. I would say this TR version will have an even better grip

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

I also got the Novablast 4 TR after years of basically no running and now beeing motivated and did lots of research. The TR Version ist excactly the same shoe (doesn't matter if Novablast 3 or 4) just with more rubber which leads to deeper grooves. That's all! There is nothing else changed. And this bit more rubber to get a little bit of "grooves" makes the shoe like 15g+ heavier or something - not even noticeable. I also used mine for the "trails" around my city, so like 15min flat asphalt, then steep uphill, flat, steep downhill, forest and ground mixed and although the stack hight is high and the Novablast 4 TR are not trail shoes, i had no problems with them. I mean, sure, I watched out of course, but it is no nightmare at all. Also, the Novablast 4 seems to have a wider base which makes them more stable against kipping when you step on larger stones sidewards. Here it was mostly roots (you step over) and foresty ground. And then 20-30 min asphalt home. It is my Asphalt shoe but when you run a little bit offroad, you can do that without having a too hard or a bad time.

@Kaisersozze

26 күн бұрын

@@philipppuchner1115 i ended up getting the hoka mafate 4 which I haven’t even had the chance to run in.

I got this shoe, but after a few runs I developed plantar fasciitis real bad on my left foot. I finally figured out that the shoe was too cushiony and causing me to over-pronate. I went back to a stability shoe and the pain went away rather quickly. I plan to only use this shoe for walks now.

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow thanks for sharing! I'm glad your foot is better now and that you found the problem quickly!

@warrenjoseph76

Жыл бұрын

What is the stability shoe you use? I’ve had that problem

Could you do a review of a shoe you recommend for technical trail runs/hikes? Thanks

@chris.schmied

5 ай бұрын

I reviewed the Salomon s/lab Genesis. They are very good for technical trails. I even did some light climbing in them.

I run only on paved surfaces, and considered buying this trail shoe for that.. My thoughts are that if there is less rubber contact on the pavement than it might be more diverse. Less rubber on the ground may help for landing.. And less rubber may make it easier to turn or flow through the gate cycle.. However, I hate shoes that dont breathe well... If I look inside the shoe and cannot see light through it, then it is likely too hot.. Especially if there are not visible breathing holes on he outside AND if it has a gusseted tongue. All that makes it too hot

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

They seemed warm on my run on the mountain. But I’ve had no breathability issues on my regular runs. ( however the days are pretty cool right now ) Not sure how they will be on hot summer days. I think the regular version might have less rubber on the outsole than the TR version.

@mrchad97z49

Жыл бұрын

@@chris.schmied ya, there may be more rubber on the TR version but I am thinking there is less contact area too.. And that is what I am thinking about. Less contact area creates a more free and nimble feeling even on pavement.

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

@@mrchad97z49 I also got the Novablast 4 TR after years of basically no running and now beeing motivated and did lots of research. The TR Version ist excactly the same shoe (doesn't matter if Novablast 3 or 4) just with more rubber which leads to deeper grooves. That's all! There is nothing else changed. And this bit more rubber to get a little bit of "grooves" makes the shoe like 15g+ heavier or something - not even noticeable. I also used mine for the "trails" around my city, so like 15min flat asphalt, then steep uphill, flat, steep downhill, forest and ground mixed and although the stack hight is high and the Novablast 4 TR are not trail shoes, i had no problems with them. I mean, sure, I watched out of course, but it is no nightmare at all. Also, the Novablast 4 seems to have a wider base which makes them more stable against kipping when you step on larger stones sidewards. Here it was mostly roots (you step over) and foresty ground. And then 20-30 min asphalt home. It is my Asphalt shoe but when you run a little bit offroad, you can do that without having a too hard or a bad time.

I use it (Novablast 3 TR) as a substitute to normal Novablast 3.

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

I also got the Novablast 4 TR after years of basically no running and now beeing motivated and did lots of research. The TR Version ist excactly the same shoe (doesn't matter if Novablast 3 or 4) just with more rubber which leads to deeper grooves. That's all! There is nothing else changed. And this bit more rubber to get a little bit of "grooves" makes the shoe like 15g+ heavier or something - not even noticeable. I also used mine for the "trails" around my city, so like 15min flat asphalt, then steep uphill, flat, steep downhill, forest and ground mixed and although the stack hight is high and the Novablast 4 TR are not trail shoes, i had no problems with them. I mean, sure, I watched out of course, but it is no nightmare at all. Also, the Novablast 4 seems to have a wider base which makes them more stable against kipping when you step on larger stones sidewards. Here it was mostly roots (you step over) and foresty ground. And then 20-30 min asphalt home. It is my Asphalt shoe but when you run a little bit offroad, you can do that without having a too hard or a bad time.

Would these be good to use as road shoes in the winter? The less aggressive lugs make me think that it would be great for snow but not so much for aggressive trails…

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

These would be great for winter! Light trails and a bit of snow. You should def. give them a go!!

curious about the tongue. on the regular version it's a big problem, for me at least. it's too thin, slides down, and bunches up.

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Hey! It’s pretty thin as well on the TR version. Haven’t had any problems so far though.

@undeadly1103

Жыл бұрын

@@chris.schmied thanks. may pick this up then 👍

Where are you located it is absolutely beautiful?

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! I’m in Salzburg, Austria.

Would these work as an everday trainer? How was your experience on asphalt with them?

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

They work as an everyday trainer. I used them on easy runs and did some speedwork as well in them. They also did very well on the asphalt.

It would be perfect if they collab with vibram

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Good idea :)

can I buy the trail version even for normal daily road usage? But only worried about weight since trail version is 30gms heavier than the normal one

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

I think it works very well as a road shoe. The weight is something you will have to decide with. I don’t mind heavier shoes if they perform well.

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

I also got the Novablast 4 TR after years of basically no running and now beeing motivated and did lots of research. The TR Version ist excactly the same shoe (doesn't matter if Novablast 3 or 4) just with more rubber which leads to deeper grooves. That's all! There is nothing else changed. And this bit more rubber to get a little bit of "grooves" makes the shoe like 15g+ heavier or something - not even noticeable. I also used mine for the "trails" around my city, so like 15min flat asphalt, then steep uphill, flat, steep downhill, forest and ground mixed and although the stack hight is high and the Novablast 4 TR are not trail shoes, i had no problems with them. I mean, sure, I watched out of course, but it is no nightmare at all. Also, the Novablast 4 seems to have a wider base which makes them more stable against kipping when you step on larger stones sidewards. Here it was mostly roots (you step over) and foresty ground. And then 20-30 min asphalt home. It is my Asphalt shoe but when you run a little bit offroad, you can do that without having a too hard or a bad time.

for novablast must buy the right size or add more cm

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

You can buy true to size. I’m a size EU 46 and they fit perfectly.

@TolunayOrkun

Жыл бұрын

Novablast runs long (at least talking about US sizes). In the US sizes, it is often recommended to size down 1/2 unless you have wide feet in which case it can be too narrow if you size down. Typically, with 1/2 down you still have a thumb width space in front of your toes.

Have you tried di Trabuco?

@chris.schmied

11 ай бұрын

No I haven’t! But they look like they could be a good trail shoe.

Please tell me best asics shoes for 1600m race in 6:30 minutes .

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Asics Meta speed Edge. Never tried those shoes. But I heard they are fast.

Nice place .can this shoe work for high arch foot ? Can we run 1600 mtrs in 7 minutes with this shoe?

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

Not sure I can answer your question w the high arch. But you can definitely run 1600m in 7 minutes with this shoe. It does well on interval sessions :)

@akkaladevisaikumar8316

Жыл бұрын

thank you . @Chris Schmied

@harshvindersingh5330

Жыл бұрын

Which is better option between asics novablast 3 and nike zoom fly 5 ?

Thanks but no thanks. The street version (1) was already too clunky for me. I don't see any chance of this getting better with a trail version of the shoe

@chris.schmied

Жыл бұрын

The shoe is not for everyone - hopefully you'll find a shoe that works for you.

@philipppuchner1115

26 күн бұрын

No, since the TR is excactly the same shoe, jus tthe outsole rubber is a little bit thicker, which creates a little deeper "grooves". That's it. And that additional rubber makes like 15g+ grams or so - not even noticeable.