Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
ASICS Novablast comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about high-arch runners doing tempo and faster training — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Novablast is the lightweight high-arch pick — ASICS's energetic trainer for high arches who run faster.
The Pegasus 42 is the Nike high-arch pick — daily trainer with forefoot Air Zoom unit.
Lighter than Nimbus. Faster trainer. Less cushion.
Lighter than ASICS. Less plush. Air Zoom forefoot.
| Spec | ASICS Novablast | Nike Pegasus 42 |
|---|---|---|
| Drop | 8mm | 10mm |
| Midsole | FF Blast+ Eco | — |
| Use | Faster trainer | Daily trainer |
| Brand | ASICS | Nike |
| Feature | — | Forefoot Air Zoom |