Which is better for long easy runs?

The Glycerin 22. Its softer DNA Tuned foam and broader platform keep long easy miles comfortable, and the padded collar reduces rubbing.

Which is better for speed work?

The Novablast 6. It is lighter and has a springier rebound that helps on tempo runs and faster intervals.

Both use rubber outsoles and should hold up similarly. The Glycerin has a much larger owner base reporting on durability, so its track record is easier to trust.

Is the Novablast 6 worth stepping up to from an older Novablast?

If you liked the bouncy ride of earlier Novablast models, the 6 keeps that character in a lighter package. If you want more cushioning and stability, the Glycerin is the bigger change.

Do both come in wide widths?

Yes. Both are listed in wide widths, so runners who need extra room can pick either.

Which is better for runners with neutral pronation?

Both are neutral shoes. The Glycerin's wider platform gives a bit more inherent stability, while the Novablast feels more flexible.

Brooks Glycerin 22 vs Asics Novablast 6

The Glycerin 22 is the safer pick for most neutral runners. It has a plusher, more forgiving ride, a wider platform for stability, and a much larger body of owner feedback. The Novablast 6 is lighter and bouncier, with a trampoline feel that suits tempo days and runners who like a springy toe-off. Build quality is close, but the Glycerin's knit upper and padded collar draw fewer complaints about fit.

Choose the Brooks Glycerin 22 if you want a soft, stable daily trainer for long easy miles and value a wide width and proven comfort.
Choose the Asics Novablast 6 if you want a lighter, bouncier shoe for faster training and don't mind a firmer, less padded feel.

Prices

Brooks Glycerin 22: $59.16 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
Asics Novablast 6: $154.95 at Running Warehouse US (last seen Nov 9)
Difference: the Brooks Glycerin 22 is $95.79 cheaper than the Asics Novablast 6 at the latest prices (Nov 9)

What separates them

	Brooks Glycerin 22	Asics Novablast 6
Cushioning feel	Nitrogen-infused DNA Tuned foam gives plush landings with a broad, stable platform	Foam midsole with a springy, trampoline-like rebound and less sink
Weight	About 10.2 oz in a men's sample	About 9.8 oz, noticeably lighter on foot
Heel-to-toe drop	10 mm	8 mm
Upper	Double jacquard knit with padded collar and tongue	Knit and mesh blend, breathable but thinner
Owner feedback	4.8 out of 5 from about 1,900 ratings	4.1 out of 5 from about 270 ratings
Fit options	Wide width offered, lace-up with rear pull tab	Wide width offered, lace-up
Best use	Daily miles, recovery runs, long easy efforts	Tempo runs, uptempo training, springy daily wear

Specs compared

Spec	Brooks Glycerin 22	Asics Novablast 6
Color	Black	Rose Gold, Green, Brown, Beige
Material	Synthetic	Mesh, Polyester, Rubber
Gender	Male	Male
Age group	Adult	Adult
Gore-Tex	No	No
Running Style	Neutral	Neutral
Outsole	Rubber	Rubber
Drop (mm)	10.0	8.0
Size (US)	13, 14, 11, 12, 6.5, 5.5, 9.5, 10.5, 8.5, 8, 9,…	11, 12, 5.5, 9.5, 10.5, 8.5, 11.5, 12.5, 5, 7
Weight (oz)	9.1	9.81
Fastening	Laced	Laced
Upper Material	Knit Fabric, Mesh, Synthetic	Knit Fabric, Mesh, Wool, Textile, Synthetic

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Spec	Brooks Glycerin 22	Asics Novablast 6
Width	Normal, Wide	Wide
Midsole	Foam, EVA, Polyurethane	Foam
Type of Running Shoe	Road	Road
Shoe size	8.5	—
Brand	Brooks	—
Athletic shoe type	Cross-Training Shoes	—
Shoe category	Men's Shoes	—
Shoe width	Wide	—
Shoe closure	Single-Pull Lace	—
Footwear feature	Diabetic

Brooks Glycerin 22 vs Asics Novablast 6

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