Got turned down in the latest ballot for the Evo SL, but thankfully I'd already found and purchased a different pair online 👌🏻 They arrive today and I can't wait to get going in them. I love that Lightstrike Pro foam 💪🏻 I reckon I'll end up buying the Novablast 5 as well once Asics get the all black colourway back in stock 😊
Just been turned down for the second time in the Evo SL ballot. Adidas can do one, just ordered a pair of Novablast. Well done Adidas marketing team 😂😂😂
@@Gramps-Media So I live in Australia and I’ve been waiting patiently for the Evo SL and Adios Pro 4’s (the white with black stripe colour way) to drop. I’ve been checking everyday on the Adidas app. I’m watching all the online reviewers getting them and Adidas have been doing small drops here and there, but I keep missing out. Then out of no where, the ASICS Superblast 2 came back in stock everywhere in the new colour ways. So I decided to pull the trigger and got a pair of Novablast 5’s and Superblast 2’s. Adidas trying to create this hype and scarcity is only going to cost them sales in the long run, as I’ll probably just continue to buy ASICS shoes now.
I had both. The NB5 is better, but not because the Evo sl is bad. They are two different shoes to me. Evo sl is a speed shoe and the NB5 is a daily. The NB5 feels way more comfortable and natural to run in. The Evo sl is boarder line race day feel to me. I already have a pure speed shoe to I returned the Evo sl. Also the sl does not feel good at slow paces. It’s firm. I don’t think this shoe deserved the hype in my opinion, it’s good, but not THAT good. Actually I have the Boston 12 for speed day and prefer it to the Evo.
Turned down twice for the Evo SL so ASICS got my money with the NB5! I won’t be buying the Evo SL now and look forward to new releases from other brands in the new year.
If you prefer a good daily trainer that is accessible to any foot type and does not force your foot or legs because the midsole is super soft, it is better to pick the Asics Novablast 5.
Thank Fordy, here is an interesting one. Novablast for daily training, what do you add for Ultra Marathon (56KM - Sub 5 hours)? Superblast, Hyeprion Max or something else?
I have a low arch, probably not a target customer for NB5. However, I just love the foam so much that I would rather add a 50g arch support insole to use it😅
Love my pair of the white Evo SL’s. I’ve been wearing them for every run because they are so fun to run in. I’ve also been wearing them for daily casual wear. Edit: Bought mine from runningwarehouse as soon as it was available at the beginning of December. Looks like they are all sold out now.
Don't think the two are compareable. Novablast 5 is more versatile, easier for chill runs, can get fast, all-around budget Superblast. Incredibly stable. The EVO SL is hyped but is good as well, and just can't be compared.
I heard that NB5 grip on wet surface is pretty bad and running that shoe on a tropical country where it frequently rains is a big deal. Either way both shoes are hard to get here. I'll probably wait until general release of the Evo SL to pair it with my AP4
@@finding.kent.xyrell I've had the NB5 for a week and it has been raining a lot where I'm from. So far had zero issues. Been running mostly on asphalt. The grip isn't as good as the Superblast 2, but it should be fine in most conditions.
@@jaccomusic12I don't have the NB5 but I do have the NB4 and SB2, and based on reviews and just looking at the rubber patterns on the NB5 outsole, it seems to me that its wet traction is probably better than the NB4 but not as good as the SB2.
Great insights! It's always helpful to have a solid shoe recommendation based on different running needs. The Evo SL really does bring a fun energy to every run!
after watching this i'll stay on my Mach6&NeoVista for daily running but super trainer 2025? £150 adios pro3 enters the chat, grabbed a backup pair in a flash sale just the other day
ASICS sucks on their outsole for the novablast series. every reviewer says its better i will never believe it going from 2 through 4 until they throw the same rubber that is on the superblast and or magic speed on that shoe. i don't like wasting $140 on a shoe that slips and slides in the rain. My first run in the evo sl was in the rain and it performed great.
Ben Parkes was running with this on wet paving stones. You just cant do this with many running shoes, including Saucony. But on roads, it is usually ok.
I’m curious - would people be less mad at Adidas if they just kept the release date in Mar 2025 without any limited drops beforehand? No one’s giving the same energy to the Adios Pro 4 which releases in Jan just cos there’s no fomo from some few people getting early access besides reviewers and influencers. Lol. Think the hate is a bit funny now.
Well..I would like to see a comparison between ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and...BROOKS GHOAST MAX 2 ,or even BROOKS GLYCERIN MAX,PUMA MAGMAX etc...Is there something wrong with me?
Sounds to me like the Adizero SL2 is actually the better option. It's cheaper and more versatile than the Evo SL from the sounds of it. Not just you, but other runners who've reviewed it as well. BTW, I stand on the ground that the Adizero SL2 is closer to the original Novablast than any other shoe. I put on my original Novablasts and did a back to back run with the SL2, and they both have that something special about them, and a little bonkers at the same time.
And I have the SL2 currently at home for trying on and out (at home, indoors) and I am disappointed! This shoe is and feels cheap, like i am running on the ground and the outsole is slippery as hell on my wooden floor. It feels and sounds like cheap plastic instead of rubber. Despite that, many reviewers call the outsole and the grip decent, just a few call it sh*t. If the Evo SL is anywhere similar, it is also no good to me because I already have more than enough shoes and if, I would get a Novablast 5 or wait for the TR version. I discovered right now the "underdog" Puma and am surprised how good the Velocity Nitro 3 GTX is!
@@philipppuchner1115 You should probably try running in a running shoe. Just a suggestion. I dont think walking around your home inside on wooden floors is indicative of outside, hard use scenarios. I got about 15 miles into the shoes and they opened up and feel great. Really soft and bouncy for me, though a bit unstable. The outsole grip on my runs have been great. Yes, on extremely slick surfaces like painted driveways or car parks can be a little sketchy, but on normal road surfaces and gravely bits, they have been great and show nearly no wear after 60 some odd miles. Keep in mind, the SL2 is a classic daily trainer in the sense you can do just about everything in it. I wouldnt take the SL2 past the half marathon distance, but for regular daily runs, speed work, and some easy recovery efforts, its been a solid shoe for me, but some shoes wont work for everyone, and thats okay. Thats why the Supernova Rise or Prima exists.
@@philipppuchner1115 : not sure what are you on when testing that SL2. i used the SL2 on road, gravel n even on trails (when i unintentionally did chiangmai utmb course recce) and the grip of SL2 were fantastic.
@@RobertHarridge absolutely, But I've ordered 2 sizes to try on at home to see the fit anf the size. And when then the shoe is so off putting, the feelin, the laces, the outsole"rubber" etc, I don't know why i would ever put my feet in such a horrible shoe. No need to run in those, i may then run barefoot or something, should feel equaly bottoming out. For some light peeps, maybe okish - but also JUST because of the price on sale. The Evo SL should have more stack, full length LSPro midsole and a bit of a better fit and upper. So, IF ever an Adidas shoe, I would try one of those. maybe useful as fashion sneaker? And I am not one of those guys ;) Anyway, forgetting the price, It is by far the worst running shoe I've ever put my narrow feet inside. I think I'll go with Puma - VN3 gtx is fantastic, Pumagrip sticks to anything and cheap VN2 and DN2 are on their way to me :)
Also got turned down by the adidas ballot. What a stupid way to promote a shoe! I do have the novablast 5 and the zoomfly 6, so I don’t really need the evo so, so maybe it’s for the best.
If style, looks, and aesthetic was all that mattered, then the EVO SL would certainly take the cake. Asics upper looks 'generic' in several of their single/one color colorways. I have and enjoy the Novablast 5. Great fit and comfort.
The artificial demand they are creating for the Evo SL makes me not want to buy it. ASICS all day. The NB5, Glideride Max, and Superblast 2 are all bangers.
Tried both. Honestly Adidas EVO SL is over rated for its bounce compare to Asics Novablast 5. But in term of looks, it is way better. As for comfort, both are great. If you have wide feet, Evo SL is the choice.
I think the SL was worth the hype .. I think the hype was coming from the running community which already has trainers.. so it not being a do it all isn’t really an issue. I think you breezed past it a bit there.. the real hype imo came from it using a foam people like for $150 starting price. Nike released the Pegasus plus (turbo) at $180.. So similar to the SL2, adidas came into market with their good foam, undercutting a lot of other big brands, which is nice, considering they are a big brand that can get away with up charging.. they aren’t saints.. I’m sure this shoe costs them .30 cents to make, but that’s true of their competition too
@ owhhh, i've got the Black Yellow one and it's so beautiful. I've also got Adios Pro 3 Cobalt Blue like yours...the most beautiful colourway for me hehe
Adidas has a return policy that lets you try out their shoes for 30 days risk-free. Return them in any condition. Asics has no such return policy. To me, people should be more mad at Asics than Adidas because they don't guarantee satisfaction like Adidas and some other brands do.
@timtamothy51 Don't know! I do know that Brooks is the best. I tried to return brand new Hyperion Max 1 to Brooks. Since the Hyperion Max 2 had already been released, Brooks told me to donate them to a charity instead of returning them, and they'll give me full credit for the shoes.
Personally I find the Novablast 5 too soft and just lacks responsiveness… great weight though. I also find the toe box too roomy but they will sell truck loads of them!
Evo SL is the shoe of the year and possibly the decade. I run faster in them than in plated racing shoes! Not a fluke either, my stride length as measured by my Stryd is actually longer in them with no change in cadence. They’re truly miraculous.
Got turned down in the latest ballot for the Evo SL, but thankfully I'd already found and purchased a different pair online 👌🏻 They arrive today and I can't wait to get going in them. I love that Lightstrike Pro foam 💪🏻 I reckon I'll end up buying the Novablast 5 as well once Asics get the all black colourway back in stock 😊
Yeah I might get that all black colourway for work
Just been turned down for the second time in the Evo SL ballot. Adidas can do one, just ordered a pair of Novablast. Well done Adidas marketing team 😂😂😂
@@Gramps-Media same here ! But I’m kinda glad, do I really need another pair of running shoes …. 😂
@@Gramps-Media So I live in Australia and I’ve been waiting patiently for the Evo SL and Adios Pro 4’s (the white with black stripe colour way) to drop. I’ve been checking everyday on the Adidas app. I’m watching all the online reviewers getting them and Adidas have been doing small drops here and there, but I keep missing out.
Then out of no where, the ASICS Superblast 2 came back in stock everywhere in the new colour ways. So I decided to pull the trigger and got a pair of Novablast 5’s and Superblast 2’s.
Adidas trying to create this hype and scarcity is only going to cost them sales in the long run, as I’ll probably just continue to buy ASICS shoes now.
@RobertPaulson87 I totally agree, I was going to add the pro 4s into my rotation in January, now it will be the sky Paris. It's their loss!!
Yup, wait till next year black friday sales at 50% discount for evo sl #thankyouadidas
oh boy
Didn’t like the novablast 4… but 2 runs into the novablast 5 I’m so impressed 👌
Yeah the foam brings it back to life
Short and straight to the points. Thanks bro! Thinking of getting the Evo SL.
Thank you
I don't have neither of them yet but I agreed with you😊 ASICS running shoes may not always the best but they never disappoint their customers
agreed
Unless you want a Superblast 2 🥲
Unless you want to buy a Superblast 😂
Awesome comparison. Please don’t forget to compare the New Balance Rebel.
yeah will get round to it
Hi. Interesting comparison. For my 65kgs, I prefer the Evo SL, !!!!the continental outsole...YEAH!!!!. Like to Fordy. Have a great day.
conti for the win
Evo Sl all day every day and twice on Saturdays
hahahahhaha love it
I had both. The NB5 is better, but not because the Evo sl is bad. They are two different shoes to me. Evo sl is a speed shoe and the NB5 is a daily. The NB5 feels way more comfortable and natural to run in. The Evo sl is boarder line race day feel to me. I already have a pure speed shoe to I returned the Evo sl. Also the sl does not feel good at slow paces. It’s firm. I don’t think this shoe deserved the hype in my opinion, it’s good, but not THAT good. Actually I have the Boston 12 for speed day and prefer it to the Evo.
agree
Turned down twice for the Evo SL so ASICS got my money with the NB5! I won’t be buying the Evo SL now and look forward to new releases from other brands in the new year.
enjoy the NB 5
Ive got 3 of each brand. Boston 12, Adios Pro 3, Prime X2... Nimbus 25, Novablast 3, Superblast 2. Asics are better daily runners I think.
yeah i think adidas still missing that killer daily
I can’t wait for my nova blast 5 to come in! I’m gonna pair with my adidas takumi sen 10
If you prefer a good daily trainer that is accessible to any foot type and does not force your foot or legs because the midsole is super soft, it is better to pick the Asics Novablast 5.
Me at the beginning: hmm I wonder if anyone is comparing this to the Superblast 2's?
Me at the end: welp aaaand there's my answer 🤣
🤣
Adidas design and marketing teams have done a great job.
Absolutely! Their creativity and strategy really shine through in every collection.
Hahaha, trollolo!
Thank Fordy, here is an interesting one. Novablast for daily training, what do you add for Ultra Marathon (56KM - Sub 5 hours)? Superblast, Hyeprion Max or something else?
Superblast
I have a low arch, probably not a target customer for NB5. However, I just love the foam so much that I would rather add a 50g arch support insole to use it😅
Love my pair of the white Evo SL’s. I’ve been wearing them for every run because they are so fun to run in. I’ve also been wearing them for daily casual wear.
Edit: Bought mine from runningwarehouse as soon as it was available at the beginning of December. Looks like they are all sold out now.
Great fun shoe
Don't think the two are compareable. Novablast 5 is more versatile, easier for chill runs, can get fast, all-around budget Superblast. Incredibly stable. The EVO SL is hyped but is good as well, and just can't be compared.
Thats why I made the video as they are not comparable but people asking which is better!
The best would be combine those two together. Upper from Asics and midsole from Adidas.. 😁
good shout
And the laces from Asics or Brooks too!
Hi Fordyruns, which would you go for between Novablast 5 and Puma Velocity Nitro 3?
I heard that NB5 grip on wet surface is pretty bad and running that shoe on a tropical country where it frequently rains is a big deal. Either way both shoes are hard to get here. I'll probably wait until general release of the Evo SL to pair it with my AP4
@@finding.kent.xyrell I've had the NB5 for a week and it has been raining a lot where I'm from. So far had zero issues. Been running mostly on asphalt. The grip isn't as good as the Superblast 2, but it should be fine in most conditions.
@@jaccomusic12I don't have the NB5 but I do have the NB4 and SB2, and based on reviews and just looking at the rubber patterns on the NB5 outsole, it seems to me that its wet traction is probably better than the NB4 but not as good as the SB2.
its fine for me better than v4
I got the Novablast 5 and loving it, Adidas can f off with their ballots, signed up twice and didn't get picked.
If you want 1 or 2 shoes... Pick the NB. If you have a larger rotation. Pick the Evo SL. The Evo gives me Endo Speed 2 vibes. Every run is fun.
Great insights! It's always helpful to have a solid shoe recommendation based on different running needs. The Evo SL really does bring a fun energy to every run!
Endorphin Speed 2 was my comparison as well. I am really enjoying the Evo SL
Interesting... speed 2 is my all time favourite shoe
Big fan of ASICS been loving my nova 5s but wondering how you compare the Novas to NB rebel v4?
Does one of these have a wider toebox than the other?
Would you recommend the Superblast 2, Novalast 5 or Glycerin Max for a third shoe in my current rotation of Ghost Max 2 and Glycerin 21?
Always superblast 2
after watching this i'll stay on my Mach6&NeoVista for daily running but super trainer 2025? £150 adios pro3 enters the chat, grabbed a backup pair in a flash sale just the other day
There’s an interesting shoe coming from Mizuno at a good price point in the new year
ASICS sucks on their outsole for the novablast series. every reviewer says its better i will never believe it going from 2 through 4 until they throw the same rubber that is on the superblast and or magic speed on that shoe. i don't like wasting $140 on a shoe that slips and slides in the rain. My first run in the evo sl was in the rain and it performed great.
Absolutely. Talk about versatility when it can't hold on wet surfaces 😏
Fordy. FOD Runner says the grip on NB5 is great. Ben Parkes says it’s rubbish. What you saying mate?
I think it is much better than V4
Ben Parkes was running with this on wet paving stones. You just cant do this with many running shoes, including Saucony. But on roads, it is usually ok.
I’m curious - would people be less mad at Adidas if they just kept the release date in Mar 2025 without any limited drops beforehand? No one’s giving the same energy to the Adios Pro 4 which releases in Jan just cos there’s no fomo from some few people getting early access besides reviewers and influencers. Lol. Think the hate is a bit funny now.
yeah hopefully they have learned from this
I bought a pair of Novo 5 with a lovely £20 discount
Good work
Well..I would like to see a comparison between ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and...BROOKS GHOAST MAX 2 ,or even BROOKS GLYCERIN MAX,PUMA MAGMAX etc...Is there something wrong with me?
Novablast 5 beats the GM2
I have done a max stack vs video check it out
@@FordyRuns There is not such a video of yours or of anyone else! Maybe you mean the SUPERBLAST 2 but i mean the NOVABLAST 5 !
Sounds to me like the Adizero SL2 is actually the better option. It's cheaper and more versatile than the Evo SL from the sounds of it. Not just you, but other runners who've reviewed it as well.
BTW, I stand on the ground that the Adizero SL2 is closer to the original Novablast than any other shoe. I put on my original Novablasts and did a back to back run with the SL2, and they both have that something special about them, and a little bonkers at the same time.
And I have the SL2 currently at home for trying on and out (at home, indoors) and I am disappointed!
This shoe is and feels cheap, like i am running on the ground and the outsole is slippery as hell on my wooden floor.
It feels and sounds like cheap plastic instead of rubber.
Despite that, many reviewers call the outsole and the grip decent, just a few call it sh*t.
If the Evo SL is anywhere similar, it is also no good to me because I already have more than enough shoes and if, I would get a Novablast 5 or wait for the TR version.
I discovered right now the "underdog" Puma and am surprised how good the Velocity Nitro 3 GTX is!
Yep
@@philipppuchner1115 You should probably try running in a running shoe. Just a suggestion. I dont think walking around your home inside on wooden floors is indicative of outside, hard use scenarios. I got about 15 miles into the shoes and they opened up and feel great. Really soft and bouncy for me, though a bit unstable. The outsole grip on my runs have been great. Yes, on extremely slick surfaces like painted driveways or car parks can be a little sketchy, but on normal road surfaces and gravely bits, they have been great and show nearly no wear after 60 some odd miles. Keep in mind, the SL2 is a classic daily trainer in the sense you can do just about everything in it. I wouldnt take the SL2 past the half marathon distance, but for regular daily runs, speed work, and some easy recovery efforts, its been a solid shoe for me, but some shoes wont work for everyone, and thats okay. Thats why the Supernova Rise or Prima exists.
@@philipppuchner1115 : not sure what are you on when testing that SL2.
i used the SL2 on road, gravel n even on trails (when i unintentionally did chiangmai utmb course recce) and the grip of SL2 were fantastic.
@@RobertHarridge absolutely, But I've ordered 2 sizes to try on at home to see the fit anf the size.
And when then the shoe is so off putting, the feelin, the laces, the outsole"rubber" etc, I don't know why i would ever put my feet in such a horrible shoe. No need to run in those, i may then run barefoot or something, should feel equaly bottoming out.
For some light peeps, maybe okish - but also JUST because of the price on sale.
The Evo SL should have more stack, full length LSPro midsole and a bit of a better fit and upper. So, IF ever an Adidas shoe, I would try one of those. maybe useful as fashion sneaker? And I am not one of those guys ;)
Anyway, forgetting the price, It is by far the worst running shoe I've ever put my narrow feet inside.
I think I'll go with Puma - VN3 gtx is fantastic, Pumagrip sticks to anything and cheap VN2 and DN2 are on their way to me :)
Also got turned down by the adidas ballot. What a stupid way to promote a shoe!
I do have the novablast 5 and the zoomfly 6, so I don’t really need the evo so, so maybe it’s for the best.
I have novablast 5 and ZoomFly 6 and Superblast 2 and now I want to sell my ZoomFly 6.
yeah its a shame
Did you run in the Evo SL? Looks nearly unused. Asics marketing $$$ still at work.
🤣🤣🤣 yeah I’m not like the other channels out there!!!!
Adidas can do one. Can't get them if I wanted them. Just got the ASICS novablasts instead
A lot of people feel the same
If style, looks, and aesthetic was all that mattered, then the EVO SL would certainly take the cake. Asics upper looks 'generic' in several of their single/one color colorways. I have and enjoy the Novablast 5. Great fit and comfort.
i totally agree with you!
Novablast 5 every day
yep
The artificial demand they are creating for the Evo SL makes me not want to buy it. ASICS all day. The NB5, Glideride Max, and Superblast 2 are all bangers.
Love asics and they don’t cock about
Tried both. Honestly Adidas EVO SL is over rated for its bounce compare to Asics Novablast 5. But in term of looks, it is way better. As for comfort, both are great. If you have wide feet, Evo SL is the choice.
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I think the SL was worth the hype .. I think the hype was coming from the running community which already has trainers.. so it not being a do it all isn’t really an issue. I think you breezed past it a bit there.. the real hype imo came from it using a foam people like for $150 starting price. Nike released the Pegasus plus (turbo) at $180..
So similar to the SL2, adidas came into market with their good foam, undercutting a lot of other big brands, which is nice, considering they are a big brand that can get away with up charging.. they aren’t saints.. I’m sure this shoe costs them .30 cents to make, but that’s true of their competition too
I like the fact (and I mention it) that they come with this foam at this price point
Wow you bought a new pair of Boston 12 (the blue behind)
no adidas sent them to me as part of a trip i had to miss due to illness
@ owhhh, i've got the Black Yellow one and it's so beautiful.
I've also got Adios Pro 3 Cobalt Blue like yours...the most beautiful colourway for me hehe
Adidas has a return policy that lets you try out their shoes for 30 days risk-free. Return them in any condition. Asics has no such return policy. To me, people should be more mad at Asics than Adidas because they don't guarantee satisfaction like Adidas and some other brands do.
Do you know what Adidas does in terms of waste?
@timtamothy51
Don't know! I do know that Brooks is the best. I tried to return brand new Hyperion Max 1 to Brooks. Since the Hyperion Max 2 had already been released, Brooks told me to donate them to a charity instead of returning them, and they'll give me full credit for the shoes.
I probably won't get the evo SL but I need to know more about the Adios 9
coming soon
Personally I find the Novablast 5 too soft and just lacks responsiveness… great weight though. I also find the toe box too roomy but they will sell truck loads of them!
Defo loads of other options out there
Evo SL is the shoe of the year and possibly the decade. I run faster in them than in plated racing shoes! Not a fluke either, my stride length as measured by my Stryd is actually longer in them with no change in cadence. They’re truly miraculous.
What shoe makes you breathe better? 😂 There is no foam on the planet that does it for you 👍