I agree! I had to pick up a pair of the V2s after putting 450+ miles in V1 (they are still going strong for my easy days). I think what I value most is how protective these shoes are for my legs. They leave me in a consistently fresher state of recovery which helps with more training volume. Long durability, high versatility, and no gimmicks. Asics knocked it out of the park.
have been doing slow runs in my GT 2000 for years, impeccable shoe! Bought the superblast earlier this year because I realized, that I should not run a Marathon in a carbon plated shoe. And I gotta say I love the Superblast as well, even wore them on Treshold sessions and they are doing an excellent job. Did the job perfectly on Race Day as well, i think for a lot of Non-Elites the Superblast is also a good option for a Marathon especially when you need some stability.
My two favourite shoes of all time, Superblast 1 and Superblast 2. Both sensational shoes, very lucky to have both still relatively new (204km and 124km respectively) so will do nearly all my marathon training 🙌🏻
I wish that they released a drop with this prototype colorway. I love that simple white with the black arches going down onto the midsole. The paris color is still really nice too
What I find crazy is the fact that Asics kind of disappeared for a few years and didn't make any great shoes but now they have come from the ashes and have created the GOAT. Its like the saucony endorphin speed 2 but on another level!
Really appreciate your note at the end about being a sample size of one. I feel like sometimes online reviews can (not intentionally) give the impression they're talking in absolutes. I have the Superblast 2, I like it, but it's not setting my world on fire.
Bought the Novablast 5 in Purple recently to use in addition to my Trabuco Max 4. Now I finally got an order through for the Super Blast 2 in Purple coral since they were hard to get a hold of. I can't wait to try them.
If you think about it, this shoe could be used as a tempo / Session shoe and on top of that a really durable one, which for me justifies the price! I use the Superblast as my go fast shoes and the Novablast 4s as my Daily Trainer which then is cheaper then buying a plated alternative in training.
@@ThomasRedmond-q8q I don’t think so! They’re actually really light! Especially because they are a bit bigger they feel really light. Love them for mile repeats, k reps and even 800/400s
My SB v1 currently almost surpassing 800km and still gives the same excitement as new, except the middle forefoot outsole is start to get chewed by asphalt, not safe for the rainy & wet day...I've had my brand new v2 in black Grey color but sometimes still using the v1..... Superblast is the best thing ever happened to me and it's worth the price!....
Hi Ben, Superblast is king of the super shoes :). I have more than 800K in my Superblast OG, and shoe feels still good. Very good durability. Was also successful to get brand new version 2, so soon will start using it. I'm really looking forward to using another version 2. I loved Saucony Endorphin Speed lineup, but currently Superblast looks better more verstaile and more comfortable than Speed 4. Thanks for you thoughts. I'm glad you love this shoe too. All the Best. Ben regarding bulging discs, looks to me that in my case it was because of imbalance of lots of training and insufficient vitamin D3. So maybe consider if you have enough those supplemets vitamin D3, K2, Magnezium, Zinc and B vitamins, all working together and providing necessary nutrition for discs.
Yeah, great shoe. I like that I can run a bit slower a bit more comfortably than the first version. I must say, it took two maybe three weeks of straight running in them to feel the total comfort of the ride. Not sure if it was the foam that needed to break in or me getting used to the shoe but I wasn’t that impressed initially. But, boy, it gets better and better.
I just bought the sb2 .. and I can definitely say there is a big difference between the sb1 ( that for me felt a little dead midsole) this one feels more alive and exciting than the first version .. I totally agree that it’s still expensive price, but for good quality you need to pay extra 😂 btw I got to mention the amazing surprise for me the noosa tri 16 🔥
Thanks for commenting on durability. A lot of shoetubers will review a new shoe every week but if Im shelling out 200+ how long it holds up rather than the box fresh feel is more important.
Great video Ben, What a shoe the superblast is. I've only worn the superblast 1 before but I loved it, if the 2 has FF turbo + I think I'll have to try it out!
It's crazy to think that a few years ago when the vaporfly's got big, they were no where really, but they have brought out some quality shoes over the last few years!
Love the shoe, have the Paris color on them and 350km, my only issue with them are my recovery runs. Thats because i feel like they «force» the speed higher and thus my HR a little too high(my recovery pace is 5:45-6:30 km). Btw love the videos 🫶(first time comment hehe)
Honestly I prefer the Superblast OG to the second version, but I own 3x Superblast 1 along with 2x Superblast 2 and I 100% agree the shoe I would buy if only one would be the asics superblast, for sure.
I’m glad to hear the midsole is extremely durable. $200 is not cheap so if I could take it up to 800+ miles that could warrant the price since other shoes I own last 400-500 miles
novablast are pretty simililar and they are the best shoes I have worn, I am saving and looking for an opportunity to get the superblast, I know they will be amazing
I’m new to running and my first shoe was the ASIC Kayano 30’s. Couldn’t believe it when I got my superblasts 2’s. They feel so light and fast. How big is the step up to a carbon shoe, say the edge or sky?
The only issue I'm seeing about these shoes is that because they are extremely good your feet will get extremely weak. Also they will allow you to train more than your body is capable of, hence you are prone to an inevitable big injury because you moved the bottleneck from feet to your knees/hip,/spine. Good luck and use shoes wisely, train in very thin sole and race in super shoes.
I trained for and ran my first marathon in SB1. I’ve even set my 5k PB in them so if anyone suggest that they are slow, don’t believe them! I have a pair of SB2 ready to go but still using my SB 1 at present 😁
Ben are we sure version two is better than v1? i have both but im worried because the v2 starts out so much softer that it would get to the buttery magic that happens in v1 after 150km. im in a country were v1 is still available and im thinking about getting some just to bank
My favourite shoes too My v1 has over 500km (300miles) and still going strong Got a pair of v2 Very agile, comfortable and durable Price for me is justified considering how versatile and durable they are My complaint is how hard it is to score a pair...at least in Australia 🤷🏼♂️
Ben's Likes: - The midsole: one of the most bouncy + protective midsoles for easy miles. - Versatility: "Extremely Versatile". You can use it for easy, long and progression runs - Stability: Thanks to the wide toe box and heal area. - Grip: You can run in the wet, on gravel, round corners, buffed trails etc - Durability: Ben has run 350km+ and barely a single sign of wear and tear
Sounds great… I wonder if ASICS will gauge demand more accurately than they did with the original. Very common sizes have been permanently out of stock for months.
@@RobE8475 UPS is now giving us the option to ship internationally - but its unchartered territory for us. I have no idea what the cost would be until you checkout
"Makes all my other running shoes feel like sh@#." hahaha could not agree more! There's been a slew of new trainers that have come out fairly recently post superblast 2 but it's hard to justify getting any of thembecause this shoe just works!
Wish they released that color in the US ended up going with black holding out on Paris color hoping for better color releases but paris was the best IMO. Had to settle for black hopefully they look nicer in person it is my first Superblast I finally bit the bullet.
hah just went out for my first easy run in these shoes and was at least 5 seconds faster per km than i intended. they are so bouncy though, really enjoyable to run in. asics got the level of energy return vs comfort just right. i justified the cost with the durability, if they cost 40% more but last 40% longer... not sure if this will actually happen.
@@BenIsRunning I haven’t seen the all white (or I guess light grey and white). I’ve just seen the white with very light blue midsole. Love the pair that you have.
Have you tried the Asics Novablast Ben ? Would be interesting to hear your take on the two compared, I have two pairs of Novablast 3 and love them, I paid about £67 each for them and notice the Superblast is quite a bit dearer, Thanks, keep up the good work 👍
I have 560 miles on superblast 1 and 280 on novablast 4. SB feels bouncier and more protective in the forefoot. NB feels a bit more flexible a bit smoother underfoot. Both perform well on long runs, particularly with some faster work (e.g. today I did a 20 miler with the last 6 around half marathon pace.) Both feel stable, a notable improvement for NB4 over NB3. SB is more versatile if you want to use it for races.
I found my self asking the question "Will running in such a cushioned and bouncy shoe, like the superblast 2, over a long period of time cause your feet to become weak and increase the chance of injury?" Here's what I found: Running in cushioned and bouncy shoes like the Asics Superblast 2 could potentially weaken foot muscles over time. Heavily cushioned shoes can reduce proprioception (your foot's awareness of the ground), which may lead to underdeveloped muscles and reduced stability. This can increase the risk of injury, especially when transitioning to less cushioned shoes or running barefoot. To prevent injury it’s important to maintain a balanced approach by incorporating exercises that strengthen foot muscles and regularly running in different types of footwear to promote overall foot health. Take of this what you like! Have a great day.
I just bought the cool grey/silver colorway but I WISH they released this colorway instead. The all white and logo that bleeds down into the midsole looks cooler than the ones they released to the public.
For anyone else, who like me has been waiting months for Asics to restock this shoe in the UK, they now have two new colourways in stock: one with a violet upper and white/silver midsole or the grey upper with a powder blue midsole. Feel like the doors have just been opened to Primark on black Friday as they're selling fast!
@@markeason9626 yeah that was pretty damn fast. At time of writing last night the website still had a few of the larger sizes in stock. I've heard the US black colourway might also be coming soon?
I fell over on a run in Superblast 2 last week. I think my running form is not perfect at the moment. But the high stack height doesn't help. It makes the shoe unstable. I don't blame ASICS. I just wanted to say say a high stack height also has some drawbacks.
I bought Superblast 1 as my do it all shoe but, unfortunately, it wasn't for me. I'm pretty light so I don't compress the foam well so I find myself fighting to get over the forefoot. The Neo Vista works somewhat better with its softer foam and more rockered geometry.
Speed 4 id say are a little more minimal. They have a nylon plate and for me are tailored more to tempo runs. These are more protective so suited more to steady longer efforts. Despite being very light, they do feel a little clunky due to the size of the midsole so that’s one benefit the saucony have- more of a race day feel :)
just ordered a pair of kayano 30 off of asics. i have issues with my right foot stability. Did think of these but trying to get hold of size 12 is a mission and a half
Would you recommend them as a race shoe for someone who can’t wear carbon plates? Carbon plates irritate my Achilles tendinitis so I need a quick alternative for racing.
@@BenIsRunning I will try to not win any category with my under 4hrs goal :) See you here in Berlin at the start line, all the best with your recovery!
2nd shoe i bought back in 2010 was Asics Cumulus, and that one lasted for 2-3yrs, got me to over 2,200km. 😅 My Superblast OG is now at 800+km and what i hate is i cant justify buying another shoe because my Superblast is still doing fine 😅😅😅
I also love this shoe. My favorite at the moment, and after almost 500km i still fells like a new pair. But i dont understand why they are so har to find. Sold out almost after release.
Hi, thank you for the review! I had a pair of Novablast 4 and I started having some issues after 400km. Probably due to my extremely forefoot running style, I found the upper and the midsole collapsing too easily, making my foot not still and causing some abrasions. Do you think it will happen the same with the superblast 2 or it is substantially different?
Love the superblast 1, did about 1,000kms in it. From my experience, the midsole in SB1 feels okay till about 900km and and once it starts feeling bottomed/flattened out, it feels quite dead. Not the gradual deterioration I've experienced with other trainers. Did you find the SB2 upper better in terms of breathability than SB1?
I have a pair of Novablast 4's that I absolutely love for easy runs and even off road because it's extremely stable like this one. Now I definitely want to try the Superblast but your only downside is a dealbreaker at this moment, it's too expensive. Perhaps in a few months when prices come down.
@@remcodejong9149 yeah £200, no matter how good a daily trainer is, I’d say is too expensive but guess they can charge what they like when the demand is there :)
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ANYONE NEEDING SUPERBLAST V1 or V2. We’ve got over 200 pairs in stock.
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I agree! I had to pick up a pair of the V2s after putting 450+ miles in V1 (they are still going strong for my easy days). I think what I value most is how protective these shoes are for my legs. They leave me in a consistently fresher state of recovery which helps with more training volume. Long durability, high versatility, and no gimmicks. Asics knocked it out of the park.
Could agree more! Just simply used the best foam they produce in a max cushioned daily trainer
100%, how are they going to top it next time?
I have have tested almost every shoe brand and i can confidently say that Asics has the best shoes for long runs
have been doing slow runs in my GT 2000 for years, impeccable shoe! Bought the superblast earlier this year because I realized, that I should not run a Marathon in a carbon plated shoe. And I gotta say I love the Superblast as well, even wore them on Treshold sessions and they are doing an excellent job. Did the job perfectly on Race Day as well, i think for a lot of Non-Elites the Superblast is also a good option for a Marathon especially when you need some stability.
Glideride Max coming soon as well 👌🏻
@@paulmulks 🔥🔥
Wonder how's the outsole is in terms of grip on wet surface...
Saucony Triumph stan here, they're indestructible and just perfect for me
The only shoe you'll ever need. Does every pace, so much comfort and bounce, just an unbelievable shoe!!!
So much love for the Superblast! Wonder if anyone’s brought them and regretted it 😏
@@BenIsRunning Prob. only regret not buying more bc they are selling out fast in lots of regions.. xD
Have you found anything that is a contentder?
Also would love to know an equivalent as they are impossible to find
My two favourite shoes of all time, Superblast 1 and Superblast 2. Both sensational shoes, very lucky to have both still relatively new (204km and 124km respectively) so will do nearly all my marathon training 🙌🏻
That's were talking about!
Good luck with your marathon training!
I wish that they released a drop with this prototype colorway. I love that simple white with the black arches going down onto the midsole. The paris color is still really nice too
They have released it now! Just picked up a pair today
@@thortheelf8877 doesnt the new one have bright blue midsole ?
What I find crazy is the fact that Asics kind of disappeared for a few years and didn't make any great shoes but now they have come from the ashes and have created the GOAT. Its like the saucony endorphin speed 2 but on another level!
My pair has now clocked 56 km, and I'm absolutely in love with them-fantastic all-round shoes!
Really appreciate your note at the end about being a sample size of one. I feel like sometimes online reviews can (not intentionally) give the impression they're talking in absolutes. I have the Superblast 2, I like it, but it's not setting my world on fire.
do u have a personal goat shoe?
Yeah I love that bit as well. Ben's honesty and down to earth nature is incredible and is what makes his videos so great to watch! 🤩
Bought the Novablast 5 in Purple recently to use in addition to my Trabuco Max 4. Now I finally got an order through for the Super Blast 2 in Purple coral since they were hard to get a hold of.
I can't wait to try them.
Agree 100% this is by far one of the best shoes I have ever run in as well, also V1.
@@StefanTerndrup glad I’m not the only one ☝️
Would you say anything other than what Ben said or do you completely agree?
Great review. I love my pair of Superblast 2 as well
If you think about it, this shoe could be used as a tempo / Session shoe and on top of that a really durable one, which for me justifies the price! I use the Superblast as my go fast shoes and the Novablast 4s as my Daily Trainer which then is cheaper then buying a plated alternative in training.
@@Rufdome that’s a good shout in terms of rotation. Should hopefully make them last even longer
Got the novas 4 too. So comfy ☺️
How do they feel in sessions, are they a bit heavy?
Thanks for the insight into the shoe rotation though, super helpful!
@@ThomasRedmond-q8q I don’t think so! They’re actually really light! Especially because they are a bit bigger they feel really light. Love them for mile repeats, k reps and even 800/400s
Excellent review , especially with the end note. Great to see you running again and hoping your back has settled 😊
My SB v1 currently almost surpassing 800km and still gives the same excitement as new, except the middle forefoot outsole is start to get chewed by asphalt, not safe for the rainy & wet day...I've had my brand new v2 in black Grey color but sometimes still using the v1..... Superblast is the best thing ever happened to me and it's worth the price!....
Hi Ben, Superblast is king of the super shoes :). I have more than 800K in my Superblast OG, and shoe feels still good. Very good durability. Was also successful to get brand new version 2, so soon will start using it. I'm really looking forward to using another version 2. I loved Saucony Endorphin Speed lineup, but currently Superblast looks better more verstaile and more comfortable than Speed 4. Thanks for you thoughts. I'm glad you love this shoe too. All the Best. Ben regarding bulging discs, looks to me that in my case it was because of imbalance of lots of training and insufficient vitamin D3. So maybe consider if you have enough those supplemets vitamin D3, K2, Magnezium, Zinc and B vitamins, all working together and providing necessary nutrition for discs.
Glad to hear you’ve been enjoying them to and thanks 🙏
Had mine for a while now and VP3, nimbus, AF1 hardly see daylight these days. Seriously incredible feeling when i run in them.
Very true, it’s hard to consider wearing anything but the superblast 2 for everything other than speed days.
Yeah, great shoe. I like that I can run a bit slower a bit more comfortably than the first version. I must say, it took two maybe three weeks of straight running in them to feel the total comfort of the ride. Not sure if it was the foam that needed to break in or me getting used to the shoe but I wasn’t that impressed initially. But, boy, it gets better and better.
Ben you are the best ❤ great review as always 🎉
Thanks James, appreciate it
Wasn't it?!? Love how honest he is about how he was send the shoes and how he is a sample size of 1.
Just got a pair today - they're insane. Absolutely awesome.
Totally agree Ben what a shoe 👌🏼
I just bought the shoe as I’ve seen good reviews. Excited to use it for my training.
I just bought the sb2 .. and I can definitely say there is a big difference between the sb1 ( that for me felt a little dead midsole) this one feels more alive and exciting than the first version .. I totally agree that it’s still expensive price, but for good quality you need to pay extra 😂 btw I got to mention the amazing surprise for me the noosa tri 16 🔥
Thanks for commenting on durability. A lot of shoetubers will review a new shoe every week but if Im shelling out 200+ how long it holds up rather than the box fresh feel is more important.
Great video Ben, What a shoe the superblast is. I've only worn the superblast 1 before but I loved it, if the 2 has FF turbo + I think I'll have to try it out!
I tried it and yes it’s the best training shoe hands down
It seems we’re not the only ones from the comments
Have to say huge thanks for accessibility of your way of speaking, very understandable for non-native English speakers😂 but very useful review btw👍🏻
Thank you! 😃
The version 1's were the best all-rounder of all time. Can't wait to try the 2's.
100%, super hyped 🥳🥳
Totally agree! The best ever hands down.I also bought a second pair, just to have it in case I need it ;-)
Asics really have the midas touch. It's definitely my favourite running shoe brand over the last couple of years. 👏
It's crazy to think that a few years ago when the vaporfly's got big, they were no where really, but they have brought out some quality shoes over the last few years!
Love the shoe, have the Paris color on them and 350km, my only issue with them are my recovery runs. Thats because i feel like they «force» the speed higher and thus my HR a little too high(my recovery pace is 5:45-6:30 km).
Btw love the videos 🫶(first time comment hehe)
I find that too! They naturally make me run about 5 seconds a k quicker than I intend to on my easy runs sometimes
UPDATE: Now only 420 pairs remaining. Threads & Treads, Greenwich CT - We ship globally via UPS. Yes, WE HAVE PARIS!!!
@ThreadsandTreadsGreenwich I'm on the hunt for the Magenta in a women's 8 but it looks like you're sold out 🥺
@@nicknacks7824 More on the way towards the end of the month. Magenta was heavily underproduced
Honestly I prefer the Superblast OG to the second version, but I own 3x Superblast 1 along with 2x Superblast 2 and I 100% agree the shoe I would buy if only one would be the asics superblast, for sure.
doesn't matter how much it is if it lasts you forever and feels the best.
i can fully agree the superblast 2 is freaking awesome! a do it all running shoe. saving the legs
just got the 1v, best shoe ive tried so far, incredible
Just picked us these for £165 from sportsshoes, can’t wait to try them out!
I’m glad to hear the midsole is extremely durable. $200 is not cheap so if I could take it up to 800+ miles that could warrant the price since other shoes I own last 400-500 miles
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The inner statistician in me loved the sample size of 1 bit!🤩
novablast are pretty simililar and they are the best shoes I have worn, I am saving and looking for an opportunity to get the superblast, I know they will be amazing
Didn't run in Superblast 2 but got First version and yeah great shoe, but I just buy Mizuno Neo Vista and oh boy what a pure joy of running😃
How would you compare these to the Novablast? Unlike the Superblast, the Nova is readily available in my local shops.
haven't managed to get my hands on V2 yet but V1 are amazing, best I've ever plodded in.
Just got myself a pair, still a few sizes left you just need to sign up for an asics account to be able to buy them
We’ve got over 200 pairs in stock
@@ThreadsandTreadsGreenwich shame I’m in the UK 😞
@@tomaldridge8202 sold out of my UK size 10.5 pretty quickly - wasn’t fast enough 😅
@@robsmith8589 UPS is giving us the option to ship internationally now - would be a new feature for sure!! - hopefully the price is reasonable
I’m new to running and my first shoe was the ASIC Kayano 30’s.
Couldn’t believe it when I got my superblasts 2’s. They feel so light and fast. How big is the step up to a carbon shoe, say the edge or sky?
Would be good if we could get hold of a pair anywhere!
The only issue I'm seeing about these shoes is that because they are extremely good your feet will get extremely weak. Also they will allow you to train more than your body is capable of, hence you are prone to an inevitable big injury because you moved the bottleneck from feet to your knees/hip,/spine.
Good luck and use shoes wisely, train in very thin sole and race in super shoes.
I'm wondering how would it perform for overpronators
By far my favourite training shoe ever - nothing nothing compares to it! Make any other shoe feel so strange haha
Perfect matching socks with those superblast shoes in the beginning of this Vid. Could you lead me where i can get those socks. Thanks!
I trained for and ran my first marathon in SB1. I’ve even set my 5k PB in them so if anyone suggest that they are slow, don’t believe them! I have a pair of SB2 ready to go but still using my SB 1 at present 😁
Ben are we sure version two is better than v1? i have both but im worried because the v2 starts out so much softer that it would get to the buttery magic that happens in v1 after 150km. im in a country were v1 is still available and im thinking about getting some just to bank
My favourite shoes too
My v1 has over 500km (300miles) and still going strong
Got a pair of v2
Very agile, comfortable and durable
Price for me is justified considering how versatile and durable they are
My complaint is how hard it is to score a pair...at least in Australia 🤷🏼♂️
I’ve got the superblast two Parises and I think they’re amazing also Ben I hope you get better soon 😢
Nice and thank you!
Ben's Likes:
- The midsole: one of the most bouncy + protective midsoles for easy miles.
- Versatility: "Extremely Versatile". You can use it for easy, long and progression runs
- Stability: Thanks to the wide toe box and heal area.
- Grip: You can run in the wet, on gravel, round corners, buffed trails etc
- Durability: Ben has run 350km+ and barely a single sign of wear and tear
Sounds great… I wonder if ASICS will gauge demand more accurately than they did with the original. Very common sizes have been permanently out of stock for months.
ANYONE NEEDING SUPERBLAST V1 or V2. We’ve got over 200 pairs in stock.
Threads & Treads, Greenwich, CT
We ship nationwide via UPS
Do you ship to the U.K.?! Thx
Absolutely zero stock via ASICS in the U.K.. So frustrating after many great reviews
@@RobE8475 UPS is now giving us the option to ship internationally - but its unchartered territory for us. I have no idea what the cost would be until you checkout
"Makes all my other running shoes feel like sh@#." hahaha could not agree more! There's been a slew of new trainers that have come out fairly recently post superblast 2 but it's hard to justify getting any of thembecause this shoe just works!
They look like very good shoes for keeping a balanced foot fall.
How's the grip on wet surface ?
Wish they released that color in the US ended up going with black holding out on Paris color hoping for better color releases but paris was the best IMO. Had to settle for black hopefully they look nicer in person it is my first Superblast I finally bit the bullet.
hah just went out for my first easy run in these shoes and was at least 5 seconds faster per km than i intended. they are so bouncy though, really enjoyable to run in. asics got the level of energy return vs comfort just right. i justified the cost with the durability, if they cost 40% more but last 40% longer... not sure if this will actually happen.
Oh man wish you could get hold of the all white colour ways
Could be wrong but pretty sure they just brought it out!
@@BenIsRunninghas a slightly blue sole and the logo doesn’t bleed down like it does there! 🥲 the proto is so much better
And my size is ALREADY sold out 🤦🏻♂️ trying to get hold of a pair of these is insanity
@@BenIsRunning I haven’t seen the all white (or I guess light grey and white). I’ve just seen the white with very light blue midsole. Love the pair that you have.
@@RIFTFitwe’ve got over 200 pairs in stock
I have novablast 3 in size UK 8. Will same size fit me for superblast 2?
Have you tried the Asics Novablast Ben ? Would be interesting to hear your take on the two compared, I have two pairs of Novablast 3 and love them, I paid about £67 each for them and notice the Superblast is quite a bit dearer, Thanks, keep up the good work 👍
The foam in SB 2 is much firmer, than in the Sky Paris.
I’d say it’s the same but there’s just more off it so it doesn’t compress as much
It is crazy expensive. My favorite daily trainer is the Novablast, which is much more affordable. I'd be interested to hear how the two compare.
I have 560 miles on superblast 1 and 280 on novablast 4. SB feels bouncier and more protective in the forefoot. NB feels a bit more flexible a bit smoother underfoot. Both perform well on long runs, particularly with some faster work (e.g. today I did a 20 miler with the last 6 around half marathon pace.) Both feel stable, a notable improvement for NB4 over NB3. SB is more versatile if you want to use it for races.
Ben how's the sizing of version 2 compared to version 1? Lately I found that most of the Asics run long for me.
I found my self asking the question "Will running in such a cushioned and bouncy shoe, like the superblast 2, over a long period of time cause your feet to become weak and increase the chance of injury?"
Here's what I found:
Running in cushioned and bouncy shoes like the Asics Superblast 2 could potentially weaken foot muscles over time. Heavily cushioned shoes can reduce proprioception (your foot's awareness of the ground), which may lead to underdeveloped muscles and reduced stability. This can increase the risk of injury, especially when transitioning to less cushioned shoes or running barefoot. To prevent injury it’s important to maintain a balanced approach by incorporating exercises that strengthen foot muscles and regularly running in different types of footwear to promote overall foot health.
Take of this what you like!
Have a great day.
I just bought the cool grey/silver colorway but I WISH they released this colorway instead. The all white and logo that bleeds down into the midsole looks cooler than the ones they released to the public.
I have to agree even though I do like the subtle blue touch
In my area the superblast is not available. What should I get as a replacement? Speed 3/4s or deviate nitro 3 are my options maybe
I have size uk 11 nimbus, what size do I need in this shoe??????
Does anyone know the brand of the compression short, that Ben is wearing in some of the clips? The one with the red and blue details.
For anyone else, who like me has been waiting months for Asics to restock this shoe in the UK, they now have two new colourways in stock: one with a violet upper and white/silver midsole or the grey upper with a powder blue midsole. Feel like the doors have just been opened to Primark on black Friday as they're selling fast!
People have been waiting a fair bit it seems! Good to see some more out there
All gone (unless you have lady size feet)
@@markeason9626 yeah that was pretty damn fast. At time of writing last night the website still had a few of the larger sizes in stock. I've heard the US black colourway might also be coming soon?
I fell over on a run in Superblast 2 last week. I think my running form is not perfect at the moment. But the high stack height doesn't help. It makes the shoe unstable.
I don't blame ASICS. I just wanted to say say a high stack height also has some drawbacks.
Any idea when you’ll be able to buy these again and when alternative colours to the Paris are due?
A white pair just dropped on ASICS website as well as a Lucy Charles Barclay colourway I believe
Ben please review the puma nitro magmax when you're back up and running 😆❤️
@@jordandekock3251 I’m not sure I’ll get that one in. Seems a similar shoe to that of the Superblast in terms of use
Hi @benisrunning could I wear this shoe for my marathon? I am training with Novablast 4 and I love them
I bought Superblast 1 as my do it all shoe but, unfortunately, it wasn't for me. I'm pretty light so I don't compress the foam well so I find myself fighting to get over the forefoot. The Neo Vista works somewhat better with its softer foam and more rockered geometry.
Just finished second run in Neo Vista, awesome shoe
Is the superblast good for intervals as well or is there a bit too much underfoot?
How would you compare them to the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4? :)
As a heavy runner (110 kg), my feet hurts in Speed 4, with Superblast 1 i have no problems at all.
Speed 4 id say are a little more minimal. They have a nylon plate and for me are tailored more to tempo runs. These are more protective so suited more to steady longer efforts. Despite being very light, they do feel a little clunky due to the size of the midsole so that’s one benefit the saucony have- more of a race day feel :)
Need them to drop this colorway
Im just so happy to have this excellent shoe knowing that it wont break 800km in 👍
just ordered a pair of kayano 30 off of asics.
i have issues with my right foot stability.
Did think of these but trying to get hold of size 12 is a mission and a half
Endorphin Speed 2 is the Goat for me
4:16 exactly ! After having this. All my other shoes feel sht 😅
Would you recommend them as a race shoe for someone who can’t wear carbon plates? Carbon plates irritate my Achilles tendinitis so I need a quick alternative for racing.
I really enjoy superblast 2 more than the previous one, just because the upper is WAY MORE stretchy for my wide feet, I think I'm buying another pair.
when will they release this colourway... the current ones suck
This one isn’t going into production to my knowledge
Agree! I have the version 1 and actually I will use it for my first marathon in a month at the Berlin marathon :)
Don’t go winning it though because you’ll get disqualified!
@@BenIsRunning I will try to not win any category with my under 4hrs goal :) See you here in Berlin at the start line, all the best with your recovery!
Good luck for your first marathon Cristian. Hope you smash it
2nd shoe i bought back in 2010 was Asics Cumulus, and that one lasted for 2-3yrs, got me to over 2,200km. 😅 My Superblast OG is now at 800+km and what i hate is i cant justify buying another shoe because my Superblast is still doing fine 😅😅😅
I also love this shoe. My favorite at the moment, and after almost 500km i still fells like a new pair. But i dont understand why they are so har to find. Sold out almost after release.
How is the sizing between v1 and v2? For me the V1 runs super long and i should definitely have sized down.
Brooks Hyperion Max latest version is sick makes it hard for me to try super blast
Hi, thank you for the review! I had a pair of Novablast 4 and I started having some issues after 400km. Probably due to my extremely forefoot running style, I found the upper and the midsole collapsing too easily, making my foot not still and causing some abrasions. Do you think it will happen the same with the superblast 2 or it is substantially different?
How does it compare to the gel nimbus?
Love the superblast 1, did about 1,000kms in it. From my experience, the midsole in SB1 feels okay till about 900km and and once it starts feeling bottomed/flattened out, it feels quite dead. Not the gradual deterioration I've experienced with other trainers. Did you find the SB2 upper better in terms of breathability than SB1?
I have a pair of Novablast 4's that I absolutely love for easy runs and even off road because it's extremely stable like this one. Now I definitely want to try the Superblast but your only downside is a dealbreaker at this moment, it's too expensive. Perhaps in a few months when prices come down.
@@remcodejong9149 yeah £200, no matter how good a daily trainer is, I’d say is too expensive but guess they can charge what they like when the demand is there :)
It's pricey, but when you consider performance and durability I think it's worth it. I've heard many ppl running way over 1000 km in the V1s... ;)
Agree. It feels mean that the v1s are still the same price, they won’t ever be discounted lol
I have a pair of Novablast 4's. Would the sizing for the Superblast be the same?
Same for me yes 👍
@@BenIsRunning great stuff. Thanks Ben!
Just bought one after watching this video 👌