ASICS Superblast 2
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- Опубликовано: 7 июл 2024
- Given how successful version 1 of the Superblast was, it would be understandable if ASICS just gave us a minor update for version 2. But ASICS went a bit further than just changing the upper. They updated the Turbo foam and updated the Blast + foam. But are these changes for the better? Or did ASICS fix what wasn’t broken? It’s time to lace up the Superblast 2 and take it for a run.
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0:59 Disclosures
1:17 Specs
3:49 What’s It Like
7:24 ASICS lineup explained
12:01 Buying Guide and Alternatives
12:38 vs Mizuno Neo Vista
13:45 wvs Invincible 3
Disclosures: ASICS provided these shoes for review. No one is paying me to make this video or to include their brand in this video. No one will get a chance to preview any of my footage or my thoughts before the video goes up on RUclips.
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Asics has to surely be the shoe brand of the year. With the Metaspeed Paris, Novablast 4, Gel Nimbus 26, Magic Speed 4, Superblast 2, Max Trabuco 3, and the kayano 31 that is one hell of a shoe line up.
@@Sabundy Agree 👍
Saucony with the Elite 2, Pro 4, Speed 4, Ride 17, Triumph 22, etc. I don't follow the stability lineups
This isn't just a review of the Superblast, it's a lesson on the ASICS line. Fantastic, Mr. Kofuzi!
Thanks for watching!
Not sponsored though
@@kophotography895 what makes it even better!
Add me to the list of OG Superblast superfans. It's rare for a company to absolutely nail a shoe design with V1, but ASICS pulled it off with SB1. So much so that it's one of the very few shoes I own more than one pair of. I'm glad they didn't ruin it in V2 and improved the two things I had minor quibbles about -- the upper, and the pebble collectors in the outsole. 👍And complain about the price all you want, but they can't keep 'em in stock which should tell you that it's priced what it's worth to us fans!
Pebble collector bro 😅... Yessssss. My only flaw. Otherwise absolutely superior
I've added you to the list 👍.
Non elite runner...
ELITE REVIEWER
Love your reviews, keep up the great work 👍
The SB 1 is incredible - it can be used for anything. I’ve ran a marathon in them and they were superb. Yet, I’ve also ran within 6 seconds of my 5K PB in them!
and nowhere in stock.
If you like shoes that feel like boat anchors.
@@tadejdanev5030 GOAT
Well modern 5k shoes are cushier than marathon shoes used to be, so that would makes sense in almost any shoe.
@@edlorenz1552I think they would float the titanic mate:-)
Asics rocks !
I started this July running super fast in a pair of my Magic Speed 3 and today (Tuesday) I did a long run in my moderate speed on my Gel-Cumulus 26. Wednesday is to relax in an easy short run on my Gel-Nimbus 26 and July 4th the run will be done on the Nova Blast 4 !
All shoes from Asics that I got até just amazing and super stable for my overpronation needs.
I really can't say enough nice things about Superblast 1. It's my #2 favorite shoe of all time (after the NB SC Elite V3). Speaking as someone who owns all three of the original illegal stack height shoes, I've always loved how the SB1 sits right between the PX and SCT1. The (OG) PX doesn't like it when you go slow. The SCT1 doesn't like it when you go fast. But the SB1 is a goldilocks shoe that doesn't care what pace you take. It eats it all up. And it does its magic without a plate. Or even multiple. And it's the lightest of the three. With SB1 I don't have to decide beforehand what type of day I want to have. I can listen to my body and adjust my workout on the fly.
This is a really great way to think about these shoes
This is like shoes for dummies you explain everything so perfect. Thanks for your reviews!
Glad it’s helpful!
Best review of the Superblast 2 I've seen, and a great overview of the entire Asics line, to boot. Fantastic.
A really good review. I don't think asics would be unhappy about anything you've talked about very detailed and fair as always!
Man, you nailed this review. You are, by far, one of my favorite reviewers. You tell it like it is and don't hold back. This review is prob one of your best. Thank you for the video 💪🏽💪🏽 I own majority of the shoes on the right side and agree with you on the nova blast softness
Been waiting for your review!!!
Sorry to make you wait!
@@kofuziworth the wait! Great breakdown!
This is an excellent review. The camera shots you were able to capture really highlighted details that I look for. A+. Thank you.
Much appreciated!
I really appreciate the brand line section you’re starting to do in your videos. As a beginner runner, it can be confusing to figure out.
I’m glad it’s helpful!
Your explanation of the 2 parallel Asics shoe lineups is great honestly.
I would have no idea how to differentiate all these different shoes otherwise.
Thank you so much !!!
So much details in this review. Really like how you lined the basic ASICS shoes and the alternative line. So much work! Good one Mike! I don’t run with ASICS but really enjoyed the review.
Great review. Valuable insights that are hard to find elsewhere.
Thanks for the breakdown in separating all those shoes into 2 categories. Great video!
I’m not sure if everyone would agree with the way I broke it down, but it’s how I keep things sorted in my mind
Great review and love the comprehensive ASICS brand overview!
finallyyyyy!! been waiting for this review ever since you uploaded sb 2 on your yt shorts.
Thank you Mike.
Yessss! Thank you per usual sir, been waiting for this specific review even if I’ve already preordered it haha
Finally! The long awaited Kofuzi review!!!
Great review and reinforces my purchase - Pre-ordered mine off the Asics site and literally checked an hour later after purchase and my size was sold out. Just in time as my SB 1's have about 700+ miles on them. For the short speedier runs, I just use the TS10.
Been waiting for this review! Thanks Ko❤
Great review and breakdown of the Asics lineup
Thank you for the review and hats off to you if you were running in this scorching Chicago land heat
I love my sb1 and just used them to run comrades marathon a few weeks ago and they were fantastic for the 88km ultra. From what you have said the sb2 will be even better ❤
Makes a lot of sense, thanks for the video brother, you’re one of the best and my go to for choosing running shoes!
I've been waiting for this!
Gah sitting in a meeting while waiting to watch this. Excited to hear your thoughts.
Great review as always, Mike! Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Ko just took us to ASICS school. Our king!!
The review that I've been waiting for ☺️
Thanks for waiting!
Waaaaw so nice
Finally have some understanding on ASICS lineup! Thanks!
Great to hear!
Your what's goin on! Can't wait for your Fresh Foam More v5 review. So far a lot tough choices for new shoes this summer..
As a flipper-footed individual I’ve dealt pretty well with the fact that not every shoe (running or lifestyle) will be available in my size. The SB 1 & 2 are a couple of the rare exceptions… I’m super jealous and want you all to know that I will be giving you the stink-eye while I’m chugging along in my Novablasts
Excited for the Balos to compete!
Another perfect review and I'm drooling over another Asics shoe.
These are fun
Wonderful review I learn so much watching your videos I love the way you give us alternatives!
Glad it’s helpful!
THIS is the one I've been waiting for! (To quote the stone roses)
I’m so excited to get mine!
Kofuzi always killin it! Thx man!
Thank you 🙏
Both the singlet match well with the shoes!🔥
Yes! Time to get the Superblast 1
Yasss! Definitely was anticipating this review. Big decision...big shoe!
Always best running shoes review 👍
I missed the superblast 1, i'll def getting the superblast 2 as soon as it pops in store 🔥
Good on ASICS for listening so well to feedback. They know when they got a hit!
They did a good job on this one
I been waiting for this one. 🙌
Thanks for waiting!
Thank you for the great explanation of the line up 🎉🎉
Glad it was helpful!
I have two pairs of the original Superblasts. I like them for both racing and half marathon/marathon training. I'm glad they didn't change too much. My biggest complaint about the originals was that they were never in stock. Although the Superblast 2 haven't even been released yet, they're already sold out in most sizes for pre-order according to the website. I hope ASICS figures out how to meet demand.
Asics Superblast OG is the only shoe that i bought 2 times 😊
Much awaited… finally 🎉🎉🎉
Thanks for your patience!
Hoping you'll review and compare this to the Topo Specter 2. Thanks for the review!
Yes, i've been so excited for this review!
Interesting comparison to the Neo Vista & Invincible 3, Mike. I took the Neo Vista for a 16 miles run and really enjoy it. I'll test it again on the 20mile run this weekend.
I love the Invincible 2 but couldn't get myself to run in Invincible 3 with the heel slip. It looks like this is the end of Invincible line for now as Nike said the new one will be called Vomero +.
I agree with you mix and match with alternate sets. I ran in Novablast 4, Magic speed 3, Nimbus 25 and Superblast. Love them all. for their purposes. Not a fan of Metaspeed though, as a heel striker.
Great review. Thanks for this
Thanks for watching.
Can’t wait for it to release in my country so it can be sold out in my size it’s entire life span like the last one 😍
I feel like there could be a whole series laying out the lineup from brands, that was great
Thank you for the review. it is always interesting to hear what you have to say about the shoes before buying it. What i did not like about the first superblast version was that for me the carrier foam was a bit too rigid and when i was getting tired it was not working well anymore. From what i hear they might have fixed it
Hope it works for you!
Fantastic overview as always - btu the biggest factor in purchasing decisions these days is AVAILABILITY!
SB1, NB4, Metaspeed Paris etc etc have been sold out for months everywhere in Australia - I don't hold out much hope of SB2 being available anytime soon.
Similarly in Nike range - AF3 may be a fantastic race shoe - but unless you are a respected shoe-tuber I haven't seen anyone been able to find a pair!
So many runners - so little stock!!! :(
Big fan of the Nimbus. Using that as my easy shoe along with an Endorphin Speed 4 for workouts and NB SC Trainer V2 for long runs. Likely will run full marathon in the SCT but considering an Endorphin Elite 3/4.
I wish you were here at Peachtree Road race on July 4th. Last year I met you in Marta Train. We missed you here in A sir 🙏 Great Review as always. Ordered SB2 hope I will like. I run in CloudSurfer and Saucony Speed 2 & 3
hope you had a great race this year!
Can’t wait for the PDNE 3 and PDN3’s review!!
What are those?
@@imnotlettingyouseemyname Puma Deviate Nitro 3 and its elite version
Perfect timing! Just came to your channel looking for this review haha
Thanks for watching!
So, my conclusion here is that also works as a “marathon racer for slow speed runners”:
- comfortable, stable hits the sweet spot of those runners
- suited for slower paces w/o the plate. Designed for long distances.
- can get you through 4.5 plus hours running or on foot
- doesn’t generate overkill with racing designed foam, plates, profile
- to its detriment, it is heavier than a true racer (but it’s not ultra heavy like a Hoka Skyward)
- it can pick up speed up to a slower, tired runner’s pace. It will respond. Not ferrari level but low end torque type.
The shoes that I like in the speedwork/tempo or training companion category also check all these boxes
(Although some have plates or nylon plates)
thanks Ko
I passed on the v1, but pre-ordered the v2... excited to see what all the hype is about.
Hope you enjoy!
Great review as always!
In Indonesia, you can grab Neo Vista for $140 vs $200 for Superblast. Combining with the scarcity of Superblast, personally I think choosing Neo Vista is an easy decision for me
Sounds like a plan!
Over 31k views in less than 24house because Asics is making the best running shoes in the history of running shoes ❤
Thank u from Germany
Thanks for this! I'm certainly going to try out the SB2 even though the SB1 hurt my knees to the point I couldn't run in them. I *really* wanted to love those shoes, but it just wasn't meant to be.
hope you find something that works!
I'm so excited for this shoe. I started running in July of 2023 so I wasn't able to get my feet in the Superblast. But I heard so much good about it. And I really loved the Novablast 4's for my long runs but after a while it started to feel unstable with the weird geometry of the forefoot/mid & heel. so I'm hoping the Superblast 2 will give me the same comfort and last much MUCH longer!
If NB4 is unstable for you, I don't understand how a super stack height will improve the situation.
@@laalaa99stl like I said, the geometry is different. I'm a neutral runner. I own the Neo Vista's. I don't have a problem with stability. The problem was with the geometry of the Novablast 4's. That lil cut out in the mid foot where the drop is, is where I was having the issue. The Superblast doesn't have the same geometry in the midsole.
Got mine on pre-order, was even able to use my wife’s student discount to get it for $170. I’m training for my first marathon in October, hopefully this will help me on my long runs as they get longer and longer
Good luck with your training!
They need to improve the availability of the Superblast
Your very good at your job kofuzi
That is very kind. Thank you
Thanks for the review dude. I'm not a big fan of the novablast 4, I would replace it with the Nimbus 26 which is a great daily trainer for me. Except for the intervals, I will do everything else with the Superblast 2.
Nice
Superblast fams, unite!!
I've done 190 miles in my version 1.... And they're just starting to feel like they've worn in.. the foam is much more responsive now. It took 190 miles, but I'm an OG Superblast superfan. V3 will be out when my Superblast v1 are worn out
Nice
I really love the Superblast 1 and I don't think the updates for the 2nd version are enough for me to get it at the moment. I'll only get it if my Superblast gets worn out which will not be anytime soon. Thanks for the review. :)
Sounds like a plan. Happy running!
Finally, Kofuzi explained how the Asics line-up works! Hurray!!! Anyways, off to find a pair of discounted SB 1 now 😂
Good luck!
Very good description. Like to Kofuzi. Cheers.
Eeeeehhhhh..... sure why not? *click* - great review, Ko!
Thanks for the click!
@@kofuzi meaning I caved, and Imelda Marcos has a new SB2 coming! ;)
A review I had been waiting for. My situation is rather interesting, I finally managed to get hold of a pair of SB1 just couple weeks ago, given how difficulty it has been for past few weeks and not knowing how SB2 will end up being. Your review is very encouraging and all my shoes are literally based on your reviews and recommendations, they just work for me. Question is, should I return SB1 and go for SB 2 or keep my SB1 and go for SB2 may be later in year? Thank you for review Mike, loved it
If it were me, I’d rack up the miles in the Superblast 1 since you’ve already got it, and then move over to the Superblast 2 when you’re ready.
I’m hoping that supply issues don’t plague v2 like they did for v1
Thank you Mike. By the way the SB1 I got, they are still in box, didn’t use them yet but, they are coming out tomorrow
Looking forward to it in Taiwan
Im looking forward to the New Balance Balos release so you can compare them both
I just purchased mach 6's and vomero17's, for my tempo and easy runs.
Do you think it would be a good idea to return both and get these instead? The SB1 was my favorite long run shoe.
Thank you for your review. How 's the fit? I really like the roomy toe box in the SB ORG. Is the SB 2 has the same?
Great review, thanks a lot! I am searching for an allround shoe for longer distances up to a marathon. Bought the New Balance SC Trainer V2 and it is too soft and mushy and gives me sore knees and shins. Would SB2 be that soft or could it work? Originally I want to update from Zoom Fly 5 that works quite well but they may be a bit low on energy return. Any thoughts from you would be amazing 🤩
Ive run in asics (tigers) since 1977!
Great review! I'm a lightweight runner (61kg) training for a half marathon race (target pace 01:40:00), and I finally found a place with SB V1. I currently use the Sacouny Speed 3 for most of my runs. Would the SB fit my rotation as a light runner? and should I wait for the SB V2?
Choosing between neo vista or superblast 2 for long runs. This helps a bit.
Why not both?
Had only 4-5 at rotation simultaneously.
Thank you as always for your informative and concise reviews.
Is Superblast suitable for people with wider midfoot and forefoot?
How does it compare in this regard with Novoblast 4?
1st version in my opinion is for stride runners not for cadence. Sometimes it felt uncomfortable on the Heel Counter which affects your stride and if you reach 100km, i felt my heel is hurting already, probably they can improve the foam of the second version. Yes, its bouncy and springy which I love.
My size sold out before I could get a pair!!! Ugggg Honestly want a different colorway (like the white/grey others have shown) so I'll wear out my Mizuno Flash 2's while I wait...
The line up on the left is pretty much my set, except Kayano is the daily instead of Cumulus.
I want these shoes.
Whilst I appreciate all your reviews and effort that goes into them, my thoughts on the OG are that is was massively over-hyped, clever marketing keep supply low and build that anticipation and need to find a pair. I found a pair and the colour way is gorgeous, great looking shoe and fits perfect BUT each of the runs I dare do in them my feet feel beat up, and if the feet come away ok a niggle comes somewhere else which honestly leaves me scared to use them again, they only have 90km in them and look brand new but will always pull something else from my rotation which is quite large so im lucky to have alternatives. Wanted to love it, especially with the effort I went to to get a pair but it will just stay on the shelf looking pretty until i get iron legs and feet. At 53 I have to be more protective of my body, sadly
I’ll start out by saying it’s totally ok to not like a shoe that others enjoy. But it’s also a great time to be a runner. There are many options so suit many different preferences.
But the corollary to that is there may be shoes that others love that I don’t find all that enjoyable. That doesn’t mean that anyone is trying to hype me or trick me. That’s just not a shoe for me and that’s ok - the Mizuno Neo Vista shoe cited in this video is a prime example of that. Other people love it and that’s great.
Hopefully, you can find a rotation of shoes that you love and that might require finding a reviewer who has shoe preferences that line up more closely with what you enjoy.
@@kofuzi maybe I'm reading your reply wrong but I did not say you were trying to trick anyone with your reviews or opinions, my comment was aimed at the clever marketing people at Asics. I like a lot of shoes you do and as you say we are all different. I don't buy shoes from what RUclipsrs say either, well maybe the superblast was an influencer purchase LOL, I make my own opinions when I have ran in them myself, some get shelved some get returned.
Marketing is all trickery and hype, that is the name of the game, how do you get the end user to buy the product. RUclipsrs are part of the marketing tools the manufacturers now use, part of the social media power house which is the new Alpha in sales and marketing.
spoilt for choice these days we are.
excited for these shoes & went to go pre-order them but apparently they are 'out of stock' on a pre-order... doesn't make any sense.
So then where do the Kayano and even Kinsei slot in? It seems to me the Kayano is a stability shoe that maybe tries to be both an everyday shoe and a long/slow shoe? But I have no idea what the Kinsei is for.