Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28 vs ASICS Novablast

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

ASICS Novablast comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about high-arch runners doing tempo and faster training — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

4.5

$140

The Gel-Cumulus 28 is the midfoot-pressure pick — more space through midfoot for high-arch foot shape.

Strengths

— More space through midfoot — accommodates high arches
— Less aggressive clamping than daily trainers
— ASICS rear-foot gel cushion

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Nimbus
— Standard width
— Mid-arch may find it loose

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Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Novablast

4.6

$140

The Novablast is the lightweight high-arch pick — ASICS's energetic trainer for high arches who run faster.

Strengths

— Lightweight + flexible
— FF Blast+ Eco midsole
— Lab-tested top high-arch pick

Watch-outs

— Less cushion than Nimbus
— Newer model less long-term data
— Tongue thin

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How they stack up

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

More midfoot space. Less plush than Nimbus. Lighter.

ASICS Novablast

Lighter than Nimbus. Faster trainer. Less cushion.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28	ASICS Novablast
Drop	8mm	8mm
Midfoot	Accommodating	—
Use	Neutral daily	Faster trainer
Brand	ASICS	ASICS
Midsole	—	FF Blast+ Eco

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