ASICS

Dynablast 5 (DB5)

ASICS Dynablast 5 (DB5)

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Sentiment score91% positive
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Last updated: Jul 4, 2026

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Reddit Iconani-6354
7 months ago

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

6 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
4 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
9 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.

9 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
29 days ago

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

Reddit Iconjayvasantjv
7 months ago

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

7 months ago

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

Reddit Iconnormaleyes
5 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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