ASICS

Dynablast 5 (DB5)

ASICS Dynablast 5 (DB5)

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Sentiment score91% positive
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Last updated: Sep 23, 2026

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Reddit Iconani-6354
10 months ago

I am using Pegasus 39 and Dynablast 5. Which one out of these do you recommend for a half marathon distance?

8 months ago

I own neither of them. I have Dynablast 5. Overall good experience for me. However what worked for me may not work for you. Nimbus has lot of cushion so try it last.

Reddit IconBaconRhino
7 months ago

My NB5 went dead after 120 miles, overhyped shoe in my opinion. It was too soft for me. I prefer my Dynablast 5 which is much cheaper.

Reddit IconCoco3085
12 months ago

ASICS Dynablast 5. Between $89 and $99 everywhere. Basically a novablast 3 with a way better upper. Best deal on a budget running shoe.

12 months ago

A bit firmer. In my opinion the NB 3 was the best of the line. Same sole, same geometry, better tongue and upper on the Dynablast 5.

Reddit IconEhehehe090
4 months ago

Dynablast 5: slower runs Evo sl: tempo and sprints Wear both as casual.shoes Casual slow average runner running 20km weekly 

Reddit Iconjayvasantjv
10 months ago

you would wanna avoid gt series and kayano unless you pronate. Dynablast 5 and Novablast 5 should be your go to options.

9 months ago

good to hear. dynablast 5/novablast 3 are one of the most popular and durable shoes from asics

Reddit Iconnormaleyes
7 months ago

Just got a pair of Dynablast 5s after 1000 miles on a previous pair of Sauconys. I'm a treadmill-only runner. I'm happy to be back to Asics because I find they hold my feet perfectly. (I often have to wear 2 pairs of socks with other brands) The first two runs definitely felt like the shoe was squishier than I'm used to (like walking on a firm gym mat rather than the floor), but it really didn't have any effect on my run. My only tiny gripe is that I wish the shoes were a touch heavier, but as long as they last it shouldn't matter much.

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