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The NOVABLAST™ 4 running shoe is a great choice if you want a shoe with extra bounce. Lightweight and with more energy return than the previous version, it's designed to help you run faster. And it will leave you feeling energised every step of the way. It's no surprise that it's the preferred training shoe among athletes.
The shoe's FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO foam creates a softer, more energised running experience and provides extra bounce thanks to its trampoline-inspired outsole. Its unique design and fit and higher midsole will give you added energy return during your run.
What gives the NOVABLAST™ 4 running shoe extra bounce?
- Full-length FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO foam creates a softer and more energised running experience.
- Trampoline-inspired outsole design provides more bounce.
- High midsole and unique geometric design ensure extra energy return
What else makes the NOVABLAST™ 4 shoe a great choice?
This shoe is designed with energy return in mind, and we’ve spent hours testing it at our Institute of Sport Science (ISS) in Japan. The NOVABLAST™ 4 running shoe includes additional technical features to support you during your runs, which you’ll find listed under ‘Tech & Features’ below.
Designed For Neutral Underpronation

Neutral
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Foot Type
Normal size arches -
Push Off
There is even distribution from the front of the foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The foot lands on outside of the heel, then rolls inward (pronates) to absorb shock and support body weight.

Underpronation
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Foot Type
High arches -
Push Off
The pressure is on smaller toes on outside of foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The outer side of the heel hits the ground at an increased angle with little or no normal pronation, causing a large transmission of shock through the lower leg.
- FF BLAST PLUS ECOProvides lightweight, premium cushioning for added comfort.
- Trampoline-inspired outsole designProvides a more responsive bounce back.
- Trail-specific outsoleFeatures a trail-specific outsole designed for off-road surfaces.
- Gusseted tongue wing fit systemImproves the midfoot fit and reduces tongue sliding.
- Small reflective detailsHelps improve visibility during low-light conditions.
- AHAR LOW HARDNESS outsole materialEnhances resistance against wear and tear.
- Improves the outsole’s durability.Engineered woven upper
- Helps improve breathability and comfort.Designed with the environment in mind
- At least 79% of the shoe’s upper is recycled. We've also used less water and reduced our carbon emissions while producing the shoe’s sockliner, and the insole, toe box, eyelet, tongue and collar lining are all made from recycled materials.