I have both and love both. I think they work well together. Long run or tired legs = Superblast. Daily trainer = Boston. Fast (for me) workout = Takumi Sen 9. Then get 10 other shoes for no reason.
@@bogdanceausescu7403 although the high support on the superblasts are more comfortable, it also comes at a cost of not being so stable compared to the bostons. Missteps and turning can feel a bit sketchy.
Glad to hear you talking about the Adidas uppers. Even the good ones, like the Adios 8, require you to think about them and consider if your feet can handle them. Lace bite and the “no give” upper material they use are always things to be mindful of. Put this things in a bad Adidas upper, like the Adios Pro 3, and it’s downright lethal to your feet… especially in a marathon training block.
@@soundofenigma Yes, but still not confirmed. Half the “leaked” AP4 images out there are fake or the older cancelled version from last year. On the plus side Adidas can’t possibly make a worst upper than what is on the AP3… so there is that.
I have both. The blast is best for faster paced long runs, I even used it on a flat 100 miler and they did above well. The Boston has more of that ground, confident foot strike feel that is a little less forgiving in my opinion on long runs. That being said they are both great shoes, but I believe the superblast is the superior here, other than durability where the Boston obviously has it beat. Superblast just allows you to stay fresh after those long workouts
This is so encouraging. I have an ironman in October, a marathon in December, then one more in January. I was thinking about getting the Superblast, and with a couple reviews I've seen and then this comment I'm gonna pull the trigger! Thank you!
I happen to have both. To me the most noticeable difference is the stability. The superblast is a tad bit more stable due to it's wider platform. But in terms of "springiness" Boston is a bit more responsive perharps due to it's carbon rods. Superblast however is still as springy, but offers a little bit more cushioned feel (although in my opinion ffblast turbo and lightstrike is quite similar in terms of cushion feel).
Oh my god.. I have both.. So different... 🎉🎉🎉 Both amazing. I use the Boston 12 for long runs mostly with some offroad.. Superblast does collect small stones and I have to stop at the end of the trail to get them out..
Nice comparison...think you are spot on. For some reason though at slower paces when I heel strike a little more...I feel the superblast is clunky underfoot...its my marathon tempo trainer and days where I am going out for +10k or more...The Boston I felt a little of the foot overspill feeling as was narrower...but it had that forefoot pop off like a super shoe...both great shoes.
The crazy thing for us here is Asics never seems to have sales. Like, ever, on new models. Meanwhile Adidias Canada has regular decent deals. B12 will be on a sale before year end.
I am currently looking at the Boston 12 as my longrun shoe, I do alot of marathon & steady pace on my longruns. Would love to get the superblast but that price difference is abit much I think. Pretty much got everything else in my rotation covered atm.
Excellent comparison Nick! I'll pick up the Boston 12 next year when they get discounted. Seems like a universally good all round shoe. For now, I'm happy with my overly expensive Asics Superblast (even at a 20% discount!).
I run both and dont find they compete with eachother. Superblast are long run comfort kings and boston 12 are livlier firmer shorter faster distance runs. The superblast can go fast but they arnt carbon plated shoes fast. The boston 12 can go slow but lacks stability and firm at those paces.
I haven't run in either, but tried both in store. Your comments on the upper reflect exactly what I experienced. I couldn't get a secure lockdown in the Boston. I don't like to to do the runners knot or whatever you want to call it as I don't like the pressure it creates. The Superblast upper was fine, but I felt I could possibly go down half a size. Did you have a full thumb width at the end? I find almost every ASICS shoe rubs on the side of my big toe. The Superblast is clearly bigger than most ASICS and I wonder if going down half a size will result in toe rub again. Both mid soles felt great to be honest. Regarding heel striking in the Superblast, I am also a heal striker and I feel the Superblast slaps down with no midfoot contact whereas the Boston rolls through better. However the heal/ankle collar in the Boston just kills it for me. It wasn't just heal slip, the cut around the ankle was also bothering me, rubbing on the underside of my ankle. I don't understand some of the choices made to shed weight lately. Padding on the sides of the heal, but nothing at the back. How much weight did that save? This is not just the Boston, in general there are some weird choices made with lack of padding tongues too. A lot is not needed, just a thin strip down the middle will often do the job. Anyway, this is already too long. Thanks for the comparison.
I have both plus the New Balance More V4 and that's my rotation. Superblast fits perfectly TTS, Boston 12 runs a bit long but half size down is too small, hopefully they figure this out for Boston 13 because everyone complains that it runs long.
@@soul0merk The wideness and sidewalls of the superblast make it more stable, while there's no stability elements to the midfoot and forefoot for the Boston 12. It's neutral.
@@thespecialone7632 Superblast and Novablast 3 same size. Both are half a size down for me. But I do use my own insole which is a bit thinner than the Asics insole. I have wide feet.
There is a lot more to a shoe than just shock absorption. And the price difference is huge. Either way, there are lots of options at the moment especially when you add in Nitro Elite 2s or EP3 on massive sale.
Upper issues on the Boston sound a lot like my experience with the Adios Pro 3, which is that every run is preceded by several minutes of faffing around with the tongue, adjusting and then heel-locking the laces, which are then barely long enough to tie. I'm actually using the Pro for marathon training so this is a daily chore. Compare this to my Asics (Gel Nimbus) which just slide on and are good to go.
I solved tongue issues on the Boston by threading the laces through the slot on the tongue just a bit higher up, so it kinda pulls the laces down slightly and pulls the tongue up more... they have been super comfy ever since without any more faffing about and no need for the runner's knot!!!
The asics and wide? I couldn`t really fit in my right ankle. It was super tight... other lacing changed nothing. The upper on the Superblast was very strict, didn`t give me any room. Ordered the Boston 12, lets see, they look wider than the Asics on the Ankle.
Nick, is the FFblast+ firmer and more durable really than the FFturbo? To me it seems it's the opposite, the ffblast is softer and less durable. FFturbo is firmer and more bouncy.
+ is Lightweight, energetic and livelier cushioning experience whereas Turbo features ultralightweight, bouncier and resilient cushioning experience. + is more firmer and more stable cushioning that's why it's used underneath the turbo foam in Superblast.
I already have Adidas SL20, Adidas Adios 6, Adidas Takumi Sen 8 and even another pair of soon to be retired Adidas shoes. I think I want to try another brand like Puma or Asics for my more easy runs.
Boston 12 no contest if you have UK 13-13.5/US 14 feet as ASICS don't do my size. Only major brand these days that is very poor for us bigger feet runners. That said, can't say that am excited by the Boston 12 as the Adios Pro 3 or Takumi Sen 9 or even Adios 8 is more "super" IMHO for fast runs and the Speed 3 is way lighter for me and nimble as a general purpose trainer.
Must be so frustrating for a shoetuber!! Asics Novablast goes up to UK 14 I noticed and the Nimbus 25 even up to 15!! But still... I wonder if it's mostly us slower runners who love the Boston 12 so much. Me I even loved the Boston 10, on days I felt strong!!! AND they last really really well!!
@@bev9708 it is but at least it curbs some spending :) Boston 11 I actually grew to sort of like and it fits my narrow foot better than the 12. Maybe the 12 is just a shoe I tend to reach for on recovery days and any shoe can feel not so good as then it is really you not the shoe. Then I was out in them for 90 mins last night so can’t be too bad !
@@TimGrose OH spending, yes true!! Funny, I would never think of the Boston for recovery days, me I only reach for it when I feel really great, recovery goes to Novablast, Invincible, NB1080, etc... Mmmmmmm!!!!!😋😋
Great comparison! I’m deciding between the Mach 5 or Boston 12 for running a marathon. Do you think either shoe is stronger than the other for that distance?
If you can handle the Boston's poorer upper, probably better for the marathon. That said, the Mach 5 can handle it. (I got the Superblast for the marathon...)
@@tonyureno6816 thanks, just receive my Boston 12. I’m surprised how much I like the laces. It does feel more responsive than the Mach 5. May do my first run with it this week.
I'm a bit confused about the Superblast, is it something akin to a Saucony Endorphin Speed 3? Is it as good for speed work as that shoe, or is it more towards easier and tempo (sub threshold)? If so, how does it feel on very easy recovery runs compared to the Nike Invincible? Seems like it's perhaps a bit between the two?
currently do almost all my runs in the Superblast. Do have Puma Deviate Nitro V1 as my backup. It was smaller than anticipated so it is a little too snug, making it more of my 5km fast run/ speed training shoe. I was debating on another shoe to rotate in, possibly the NB SCv2 to have another plated shoe, or go for a daily relax shoe that can do runs, like the Adidas SL trainer, although I have heard negatives about it recently despite mostly positives from chats with others.
As you`re mentioning race regulations. From what I`ve read and heard I`d really love to get the Superblast for my long runs and also marathon racing. But the stack hight actually rules it out for any type of road racing. Do these regulations really apply on us amateur/agegroup atheltes or is it just for pros who race for records and money? Don`t really get it to be honest
I have both. I’ve ran all my 5km PB’s in the Mach 5s but anything 20km+ I find my feet get a bit sore. Superblast is great, can run fast times over short distances as well as giving good support for long efforts. Legs feel great after with Superblast too
My nova blast 3 just hit 600miles so need a new daily trainer. I have my first marrathon in October but i dont want to buy a new daily plus carbon plate shoe for race day, just cant afford it atm. Would you recommend the super-blast as the perfect shoe for me Or something else Cheers
I nearly bought the Boston 12 but saw the saucony pro plus on sale for £100 which seems similair to the Boston 12? You think the Boston would still be worth picking up?
The hype for superblast made that show such a huge disappointment. It’s a slug for me. Too soft. I find the triumph 20 to be such a better shoe. Great for long runs and holds tempo pace fine. Each to their own but superblast for me is a terrible shoe that I struggle to use for anything. Just don’t like it at all
I have both and love both. I think they work well together. Long run or tired legs = Superblast. Daily trainer = Boston. Fast (for me) workout = Takumi Sen 9. Then get 10 other shoes for no reason.
Which one is more stable for longer runs?
@@bogdanceausescu7403 although the high support on the superblasts are more comfortable, it also comes at a cost of not being so stable compared to the bostons. Missteps and turning can feel a bit sketchy.
@@bogdanceausescu7403😊
I’m digging the “Then get 10 other shoes for no reason” 😂👍
If you have to choose just one, which one between them?
I recently picked up the Superblast for $144 after using some rewards cash at my local running warehouse. Can’t wait to use it as my daily trainer.
Glad to hear you talking about the Adidas uppers. Even the good ones, like the Adios 8, require you to think about them and consider if your feet can handle them. Lace bite and the “no give” upper material they use are always things to be mindful of. Put this things in a bad Adidas upper, like the Adios Pro 3, and it’s downright lethal to your feet… especially in a marathon training block.
The Adios Pro 3 would've been my all time favorite shoes if not for the upper
The upcoming Adios 4 is an Adios 3 with a better upper.
@@soundofenigma Yes, but still not confirmed. Half the “leaked” AP4 images out there are fake or the older cancelled version from last year. On the plus side Adidas can’t possibly make a worst upper than what is on the AP3… so there is that.
I have both. The blast is best for faster paced long runs, I even used it on a flat 100 miler and they did above well. The Boston has more of that ground, confident foot strike feel that is a little less forgiving in my opinion on long runs. That being said they are both great shoes, but I believe the superblast is the superior here, other than durability where the Boston obviously has it beat. Superblast just allows you to stay fresh after those long workouts
This is so encouraging.
I have an ironman in October, a marathon in December, then one more in January. I was thinking about getting the Superblast, and with a couple reviews I've seen and then this comment I'm gonna pull the trigger! Thank you!
@@tabe5686 awesome! The superblast is definitely a great choice and will last thru long training runs plus the 3 races if you take good care of them👍🏼
Both Shoes felt harsh midsole in the first +30k.. After that magic 🎉🎉🎉
I happen to have both. To me the most noticeable difference is the stability. The superblast is a tad bit more stable due to it's wider platform. But in terms of "springiness" Boston is a bit more responsive perharps due to it's carbon rods. Superblast however is still as springy, but offers a little bit more cushioned feel (although in my opinion ffblast turbo and lightstrike is quite similar in terms of cushion feel).
Oh my god.. I have both.. So different... 🎉🎉🎉 Both amazing. I use the Boston 12 for long runs mostly with some offroad.. Superblast does collect small stones and I have to stop at the end of the trail to get them out..
which one is more stable?
@@bogdanceausescu7403 I think Superblast is more stable at slow pace.
Which one has a wider toe box?
@@Strizzle81 I think Superblast..
And on what occasions do u use the Superblast?
Love Boston 12. $112 right now on Adidas is a great deal for them
Yeah I got same deal , great shoe at that price !
there's a deal now for $78
Nice comparison...think you are spot on. For some reason though at slower paces when I heel strike a little more...I feel the superblast is clunky underfoot...its my marathon tempo trainer and days where I am going out for +10k or more...The Boston I felt a little of the foot overspill feeling as was narrower...but it had that forefoot pop off like a super shoe...both great shoes.
In Canada the superblast is $280 and $190 for the boston 12. With a price difference that large, Boston 12 becomes the easy choice.
Very true. I went for the Boston 12 and love it.
That’s a lot!
In Denmark there is only a 20 euro difference.
It’s crazy how much the prices ranges.
In Japan Superblast just 125$ in sale 🤣🤣 easy choice for me
The crazy thing for us here is Asics never seems to have sales. Like, ever, on new models. Meanwhile Adidias Canada has regular decent deals. B12 will be on a sale before year end.
Yeah similar in USA I already got Boston 12 on sale , ASICS hard to find good deals .
I am currently looking at the Boston 12 as my longrun shoe, I do alot of marathon & steady pace on my longruns. Would love to get the superblast but that price difference is abit much I think.
Pretty much got everything else in my rotation covered atm.
Excellent comparison Nick! I'll pick up the Boston 12 next year when they get discounted. Seems like a universally good all round shoe. For now, I'm happy with my overly expensive Asics Superblast (even at a 20% discount!).
Got mine for 33% discount, when it goes to 40% I'll buy more
@@thespecialone7632 That's a good discount. I'm hoping they have stock and 40%off during the Black Friday sales. I'll get some then too.
may i ask where from ? thanks
@@thespecialone7632
£130 for mine
@@thespecialone7632 where from ? Thanks
Fine I'll get them both
I run both and dont find they compete with eachother. Superblast are long run comfort kings and boston 12 are livlier firmer shorter faster distance runs. The superblast can go fast but they arnt carbon plated shoes fast. The boston 12 can go slow but lacks stability and firm at those paces.
Perfect assessment
I haven't run in either, but tried both in store. Your comments on the upper reflect exactly what I experienced. I couldn't get a secure lockdown in the Boston. I don't like to to do the runners knot or whatever you want to call it as I don't like the pressure it creates. The Superblast upper was fine, but I felt I could possibly go down half a size. Did you have a full thumb width at the end? I find almost every ASICS shoe rubs on the side of my big toe. The Superblast is clearly bigger than most ASICS and I wonder if going down half a size will result in toe rub again. Both mid soles felt great to be honest. Regarding heel striking in the Superblast, I am also a heal striker and I feel the Superblast slaps down with no midfoot contact whereas the Boston rolls through better. However the heal/ankle collar in the Boston just kills it for me. It wasn't just heal slip, the cut around the ankle was also bothering me, rubbing on the underside of my ankle. I don't understand some of the choices made to shed weight lately. Padding on the sides of the heal, but nothing at the back. How much weight did that save? This is not just the Boston, in general there are some weird choices made with lack of padding tongues too. A lot is not needed, just a thin strip down the middle will often do the job. Anyway, this is already too long. Thanks for the comparison.
I have both plus the New Balance More V4 and that's my rotation. Superblast fits perfectly TTS, Boston 12 runs a bit long but half size down is too small, hopefully they figure this out for Boston 13 because everyone complains that it runs long.
As a pronator, the inherent stability advantage of the Superblast makes it the obvious choice.
what makes it inherently stable vs the boston?
@@soul0merk The wideness and sidewalls of the superblast make it more stable, while there's no stability elements to the midfoot and forefoot for the Boston 12. It's neutral.
Got the Boston 12 and it does feel firm and fast compared to novablast3.
It is definitely more stable
It's superblast
Needed this video
I am half a size down in both.. I have wide feet and the Takumi sen 9 was a non starter.. Adidas Pro 3 is also perfect for me.
Or maybe this is your true TTS, everything else is half size up
Yeah the Takumi Sen gave me hotspots, super narrow shoe for some reason lol. But the Boston 12 is great for me 💯
Same size as novablast?
@@thespecialone7632 Superblast and Novablast 3 same size. Both are half a size down for me. But I do use my own insole which is a bit thinner than the Asics insole. I have wide feet.
@@i.p2088the rubber wears out on the heel on my last 2 pairs of novablast 3 around 250 miles. Does the superblast have more durable rubber?
A positive on the Bosron is a wide option is available. Could you please mention that in reviews?
Verdict: they are not comparable! That's what i think! The amount of shock absorption its far superior on the superblast!
There is a lot more to a shoe than just shock absorption. And the price difference is huge. Either way, there are lots of options at the moment especially when you add in Nitro Elite 2s or EP3 on massive sale.
Upper issues on the Boston sound a lot like my experience with the Adios Pro 3, which is that every run is preceded by several minutes of faffing around with the tongue, adjusting and then heel-locking the laces, which are then barely long enough to tie. I'm actually using the Pro for marathon training so this is a daily chore. Compare this to my Asics (Gel Nimbus) which just slide on and are good to go.
Try using the stretchy cable, quick laces.
@@ayowser01 thanks, any particular brand recommendations?
I solved tongue issues on the Boston by threading the laces through the slot on the tongue just a bit higher up, so it kinda pulls the laces down slightly and pulls the tongue up more... they have been super comfy ever since without any more faffing about and no need for the runner's knot!!!
The asics and wide? I couldn`t really fit in my right ankle. It was super tight... other lacing changed nothing. The upper on the Superblast was very strict, didn`t give me any room. Ordered the Boston 12, lets see, they look wider than the Asics on the Ankle.
did you like the boston 12?
Boston 12 130€
SuperBlast 200€...easy decision.
Nick, is the FFblast+ firmer and more durable really than the FFturbo? To me it seems it's the opposite, the ffblast is softer and less durable. FFturbo is firmer and more bouncy.
+ is Lightweight, energetic and livelier cushioning experience whereas Turbo features ultralightweight, bouncier and resilient cushioning experience. + is more firmer and more stable cushioning that's why it's used underneath the turbo foam in Superblast.
I already have Adidas SL20, Adidas Adios 6, Adidas Takumi Sen 8 and even another pair of soon to be retired Adidas shoes.
I think I want to try another brand like Puma or Asics for my more easy runs.
Boston 12 no contest if you have UK 13-13.5/US 14 feet as ASICS don't do my size. Only major brand these days that is very poor for us bigger feet runners. That said, can't say that am excited by the Boston 12 as the Adios Pro 3 or Takumi Sen 9 or even Adios 8 is more "super" IMHO for fast runs and the Speed 3 is way lighter for me and nimble as a general purpose trainer.
Must be so frustrating for a shoetuber!! Asics Novablast goes up to UK 14 I noticed and the Nimbus 25 even up to 15!! But still...
I wonder if it's mostly us slower runners who love the Boston 12 so much. Me I even loved the Boston 10, on days I felt strong!!! AND they last really really well!!
@@bev9708 it is but at least it curbs some spending :) Boston 11 I actually grew to sort of like and it fits my narrow foot better than the 12. Maybe the 12 is just a shoe I tend to reach for on recovery days and any shoe can feel not so good as then it is really you not the shoe. Then I was out in them for 90 mins last night so can’t be too bad !
@@TimGrose OH spending, yes true!! Funny, I would never think of the Boston for recovery days, me I only reach for it when I feel really great, recovery goes to Novablast, Invincible, NB1080, etc... Mmmmmmm!!!!!😋😋
Thanks for the video. Would the Boston be better for a marathon because it has the carbon rods?
Wow, didn't realize US10 in Asics is the same as US9.5 in Adidas!
Great comparison! I’m deciding between the Mach 5 or Boston 12 for running a marathon. Do you think either shoe is stronger than the other for that distance?
I have both. Boston 12 for that distance no question.
If you can handle the Boston's poorer upper, probably better for the marathon. That said, the Mach 5 can handle it. (I got the Superblast for the marathon...)
@@tonyureno6816 thanks, just receive my Boston 12. I’m surprised how much I like the laces. It does feel more responsive than the Mach 5. May do my first run with it this week.
@@dallob1 so far the upper works for me. I like the lacing a lot and the heel lockdown is decent without using the top eyelet.
I'm a bit confused about the Superblast, is it something akin to a Saucony Endorphin Speed 3? Is it as good for speed work as that shoe, or is it more towards easier and tempo (sub threshold)? If so, how does it feel on very easy recovery runs compared to the Nike Invincible? Seems like it's perhaps a bit between the two?
currently do almost all my runs in the Superblast. Do have Puma Deviate Nitro V1 as my backup. It was smaller than anticipated so it is a little too snug, making it more of my 5km fast run/ speed training shoe. I was debating on another shoe to rotate in, possibly the NB SCv2 to have another plated shoe, or go for a daily relax shoe that can do runs, like the Adidas SL trainer, although I have heard negatives about it recently despite mostly positives from chats with others.
As you`re mentioning race regulations. From what I`ve read and heard I`d really love to get the Superblast for my long runs and also marathon racing. But the stack hight actually rules it out for any type of road racing. Do these regulations really apply on us amateur/agegroup atheltes or is it just for pros who race for records and money? Don`t really get it to be honest
Only for pros
Which is bouncier, boston 12 or superblast?
Neither is extremely bouncy but I would say if a heel striker the Superblast and if a fore foot striker definitely the Boston 12.
What shoe would you prefer between the Asics superblast and the Hoka Mach5?? I know the Asics is more expensive but just based off performance
I have both. I’ve ran all my 5km PB’s in the Mach 5s but anything 20km+ I find my feet get a bit sore. Superblast is great, can run fast times over short distances as well as giving good support for long efforts. Legs feel great after with Superblast too
Just got the Boston 12. £75 less than the superblast
How Accommodating is the Superblast to wider feet?
In my experience, not very well. I get along with the B12 thanks to its wide forefoot, although the midfoot would be nicer a little wider.
My nova blast 3 just hit 600miles so need a new daily trainer. I have my first marrathon in October but i dont want to buy a new daily plus carbon plate shoe for race day, just cant afford it atm.
Would you recommend the super-blast as the perfect shoe for me
Or something else
Cheers
For me the best valeu for Money is the Puma Deviate Nitro 2, already with carbon plate, but super confortable and always with great discounts...
Boston 11s at Ross for 17.99 >>>
I wonder if Endorphin Speed 3 would beat these two as the best all rounder
For me it would especially if you factor in value. Looking forward to what Saucony does with the Speed 4 next year (March release perhaps?)
I have the Superblast and Speed 3. Superblast far superior to me, especially in the long runs at tempo pace and recovery of legs after
I nearly bought the Boston 12 but saw the saucony pro plus on sale for £100 which seems similair to the Boston 12?
You think the Boston would still be worth picking up?
This video needs more cats
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Hard to disagree.
0 out of 10 rating.
The hype for superblast made that show such a huge disappointment. It’s a slug for me. Too soft. I find the triumph 20 to be such a better shoe. Great for long runs and holds tempo pace fine. Each to their own but superblast for me is a terrible shoe that I struggle to use for anything. Just don’t like it at all
Asics always gave me plantar fasciitis.
For me and my wife too.