Mizuno Neo Zen vs Asics Novablast 5 | The Best Daily Trainer is?

Which running shoe is the best daily trainer: the Mizuno Neo Zen vs Asics Novablast 5? Watch this video to find out! We compare the two shoes to help you make the best choice for your training.

Neo Zen

Pros: Bouncy supercritical TPU midsole delivers consistent performance even in subfreezing temperatures; one-piece upper provides a mostly comfortable and secure fit; feels like a lower-stack, more durable version of the Neo Vista.

Cons: lack of stability, foam too soft for some runners

Novablast 5

Pros: Softer ride compared to the V4; improved upper structure enhances forefoot security; highly durable outsole; maintains an excellent price.

Cons: Traction issues similar to the V4 may persist.

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:42 On the Run
19:01 The Head to Head Review
20:07 Weight, Fit, Stack
22:01 Uppers
25:55 Outsoles
27:23 Midsole
34:35 Stability
35:53 Tempo / Pace
37:19 Durability
38:31 Price
39:16 Best Looking
40:23 Overall
45:28 The Winner

[guysmith]

The OG Novablast will always be the GOAT to me! That shoe was wild, unstable, but it was so fun to put miles in!

[johnwright]

Great comparison review Ed, I've got the novablast 5 think it's great, but also think the neo zen might be as good if not better, like the sound of the midsole, outsole and a bit lighter..🙂👍

[dynamike]

Great review! What makes you take off 1.5 points for the Zen's outsole? Is it that it's still not grippy enough (like compared to puma grip or conti) or something else?

[acwvaleting]

5mm of foam compression on the Novablast 5 after 100 miles.
Wonder how the foam compares on the Zen

[briantimson]

All you have to do now is add in the Evo SL to the mix... How big of a shoe collection do you actually have?😆