3 OF THE BEST
Marathon shoes
Running to thrive, or just to survive? Whatever your goal, here are three options to conquer your next 26-and-a-bit miles of pain…
[ Words Kieran Alger ]
Asics Novablast 5
What’s the story?
The Asics Novablast 5 is a non-plated, max-cushioned shoe that’s really meant for everyday runs. But with a soft and bouncy midsole cut from an energetic foam, it offers more upper-pace potential than many super-soft cushioned types. At around 250g, you’re taking a little extra chunk for that big wedge of road-taming protection –but it’s built for dependable comfort at a range of paces.