I have both and love them. Superblast does pretty well for easy runs for me not only long runs or tempo. I think SB is super versatile. Speed 3 is just fantastic. Only thing could be improved is the stackhight. Could be 1-2 mm higher in the forefoot. Can't wait to try Speed 4 but will only pull the trigger when my speed 3 is no longer in use. I've tried to control myself lately as I spend way too much money on running shoes. Yes, I am addicted and I'm doing my rehab...
For me the speed 3 performed extremely well in 2 marathons, but I have premature outside heel wear. I love the Asics as well, it has the better heel strike stability, durability factor for sustained daily use.
I bought the Speed 3 late last year for a half marathon. I know this goes against the rule but I ran it fresh out the box and was amazed for how good it was for the distance. Tried to preserve it, but since beginning of this year it’s been used as a daily Pretty good shoe.
Seems like a consensus among all the shoe reviewers I know and trust about the Superblast. Very fun shoe but also very niche, which makes the $220 USD price tag hard to justify. So yeah, of course I’m interested, but I’ll wait however many months it takes for it to come down to a reasonable price. Agree wholeheartedly on the Endorphin Speed 3. Best all-around show of 2022.
superblast is the best thing ever happened to me........i could train a half marathon and still get a pair of fresh leg for another training session in the next morning.....literally i could train every day with the superblast and enjoy it....mine has almost got 400km and i think i'm going to order another one or two pair of superblast while it still available in the stores.....
Thanks Tom! I think Asics have the Superblast/Novablast and Magic Speed all doing nuances on what Saucony have the Speed 3 doing. It may be argued there is the Endorphin Shift too but because the Speed is so good across the board its very tough to topple. As you say, value wise, Asics would expect the Superblast to be an industry lead. Its clear Asics are innovating, yet their product cost/value still dont really stack up against this competition. Part of it is it does still feel like Saucony have created coherency in their range. Saucony have dialled in. The creation of the Endorphin range was a smart move. Yet, there is clarity about what each of their trainers is supposed to do. You have Triumph, Ride 15 then up the Endorphin range. Looking ahead, they maybe need to dial in the Endorphin Shift and if that directly contested with the Superblast then Saucony could once again narrow up the Speed 4 to make it snappier again in 2023. This may leave the Edge as the all round go too. Yet this is all debatable - we'll see what they do). Asics do need to create more clarity in their range. It's not just a marketing ploy its being super clear on the what/why for each shoe in a range. IMO! Be really interested in others views on this!
I have been using the Endorphin Speed 3 for Recovery and Daily runs, the Nike Streakfly for Tempo runs and 5K's/10K's, and the Endorphin Pro 3 for long runs and the Half Marathon.
Both great shoes, however I find the Superblast to be a extremely protective on the legs versus the Speeds. I feel like I can run all day in the Superblasts (& the next). Both are great in your rotation.
Hey i also love my speed 3s but as you say the are not so "leg saving" Do you think the Triumph 20 is more leg saving similar as Superblast? Sueprblast are really Expensive
@@eddiekelley527 which do you prefer between all 3? I don’t care about price I just Would like to know if you prefer the superblast over speed 3, and Triumph 20? Do you think the superblast can replace both of them as a single shoe?
@@jaredwetherbee Yes, the Superblasts can replace all 3. I barely run in the Speed 3's anymore. The Superblast and Triumph 20's are the top 2 shoes in my rotation. I also purchased a second pair Superblasts. They are that good!!
I have the Speed 3 and ASICS Glideride atm as non race shoes. I might be interested in the superblast in the future to give it a try. Sportshoes didn’t have any stock last time I checked.
Great review, I am a fan of the Speed 2. I have also the Speed 3 but I feel they become mushy after an hour or so. Also a bit to unstable for me as a heel striker. Ordered the Superblast... I hope its more stable in the heel.. ❓
I have both and I prefer superblas for good pace run, just love how it feels. Speed 3 of course it’s the best all around, special for those tempo run! You can’t go wrong with those shoes.
I got the speed 2. Brilliant shoe, probably the best overall ive used, untill i step on dampish patch rhen they turn to ice skates. Hope they fixed the outsole in the 3s
Prices are too crazy for running shoes. Bring this shoe down to $160 and maybe it would be a good price. What I don’t get is that most shoe brands have a ton of everyday shoes with the same type of foams but priced 1/3 to 1/2 of what their running shoes cost
I ran a half marathon at 2 hrs. I'm looking for race day shoes. Would you choose the Saucony over a Metaspeed sky+? Or because I'm slow should I go for a super blast?
Maybe try the Boston 12. I am at a similar pace to you, I did the half marathon at 1:55 hours. I just got the Boston 12 and it’s great till now during training. Endorphin pro 4 would work for you too but they were too narrow for me.
Totally agree. My Endorphin Speed 1 was very good at the beginning, but after ~300km I could say it was another shoe (way more stiff). I thought it was the process of cleaning or something else I did, but now I think maybe not
Interesting comparison. Today I did my first run in superblast and after a few kms the shoes felt very similar to speed 3. Not sure which ones I am going to use more often. Do you think superblast are good for long easy efforts, like 25-30km and more?
I have both and love them. Superblast does pretty well for easy runs for me not only long runs or tempo. I think SB is super versatile. Speed 3 is just fantastic. Only thing could be improved is the stackhight. Could be 1-2 mm higher in the forefoot. Can't wait to try Speed 4 but will only pull the trigger when my speed 3 is no longer in use. I've tried to control myself lately as I spend way too much money on running shoes. Yes, I am addicted and I'm doing my rehab...
For me the speed 3 performed extremely well in 2 marathons, but I have premature outside heel wear. I love the Asics as well, it has the better heel strike stability, durability factor for sustained daily use.
You have all the versus videos of the shoes I want to compare. They have been very helpful. THANK YOU!
I bought the Speed 3 late last year for a half marathon. I know this goes against the rule but I ran it fresh out the box and was amazed for how good it was for the distance. Tried to preserve it, but since beginning of this year it’s been used as a daily Pretty good shoe.
Hi i'm thinking of getting a pair. How's the durability? Thanks
@@charlesbukowski9752 very durable indeed
Seems like a consensus among all the shoe reviewers I know and trust about the Superblast. Very fun shoe but also very niche, which makes the $220 USD price tag hard to justify. So yeah, of course I’m interested, but I’ll wait however many months it takes for it to come down to a reasonable price.
Agree wholeheartedly on the Endorphin Speed 3. Best all-around show of 2022.
Have both. Superblast by a mile. Not even close. Superblast does everything better and it's more comfortable.
Is the superblast comfortable for long distance at slower paces?
Best running channel!!! Really enjoy your reviews
superblast is the best thing ever happened to me........i could train a half marathon and still get a pair of fresh leg for another training session in the next morning.....literally i could train every day with the superblast and enjoy it....mine has almost got 400km and i think i'm going to order another one or two pair of superblast while it still available in the stores.....
Thanks Tom!
I think Asics have the Superblast/Novablast and Magic Speed all doing nuances on what Saucony have the Speed 3 doing. It may be argued there is the Endorphin Shift too but because the Speed is so good across the board its very tough to topple. As you say, value wise, Asics would expect the Superblast to be an industry lead. Its clear Asics are innovating, yet their product cost/value still dont really stack up against this competition.
Part of it is it does still feel like Saucony have created coherency in their range. Saucony have dialled in. The creation of the Endorphin range was a smart move. Yet, there is clarity about what each of their trainers is supposed to do. You have Triumph, Ride 15 then up the Endorphin range.
Looking ahead, they maybe need to dial in the Endorphin Shift and if that directly contested with the Superblast then Saucony could once again narrow up the Speed 4 to make it snappier again in 2023. This may leave the Edge as the all round go too. Yet this is all debatable - we'll see what they do). Asics do need to create more clarity in their range. It's not just a marketing ploy its being super clear on the what/why for each shoe in a range. IMO!
Be really interested in others views on this!
Agree
Asics fan myself but way too many out there ... a bit confusing ...
👍 For Saucony 💪 😍
Hey guys check your editing. At 0:40 you gave the Novablast 3 specs
Thank you! I’m a loyal fan of the Speed 3. I need a 3rd pair & was curious if I should switch to the SuperBlast. If it’s not broke, I won’t fix it.
I have been using the Endorphin Speed 3 for Recovery and Daily runs, the Nike Streakfly for Tempo runs and 5K's/10K's, and the Endorphin Pro 3 for long runs and the Half Marathon.
I like both, but Superblast is way more protective. Day after run with Speed 3 my legs hurt, day after Superblast I’m ready to go.
Great review! 🔥🙌
Now that both superblast 2 & speed 4 have come out. Im interested for an update on this vs video 👍.
Both great shoes, however I find the Superblast to be a extremely protective on the legs versus the Speeds. I feel like I can run all day in the Superblasts (& the next). Both are great in your rotation.
Hey i also love my speed 3s but as you say the are not so "leg saving" Do you think the Triumph 20 is more leg saving similar as Superblast?
Sueprblast are really Expensive
@@woidmoasta4673 Yes I do. I have the Triumph 20 as well
@@eddiekelley527 which do you prefer between all 3? I don’t care about price I just Would like to know if you prefer the superblast over speed 3, and Triumph 20? Do you think the superblast can replace both of them as a single shoe?
@@jaredwetherbee Yes, the Superblasts can replace all 3. I barely run in the Speed 3's anymore. The Superblast and Triumph 20's are the top 2 shoes in my rotation. I also purchased a second pair Superblasts. They are that good!!
Agreed
Saucony and Asics still on top on 2023, then new balance, nike, adidas.
And mizuno?😊
@@albertosampaio7683 not yet
Puma?
Adidas is on top bro
@@geert574 you ain't my brother
Rebel v3 as well... Though I haven't taken them past 11k.
Speed 3 is a must have though.
Can endorphin speed 3 goes for full marathon？
Saucony 👏
I have the Speed 3 and ASICS Glideride atm as non race shoes. I might be interested in the superblast in the future to give it a try. Sportshoes didn’t have any stock last time I checked.
Great review, I am a fan of the Speed 2. I have also the Speed 3 but I feel they become mushy after an hour or so. Also a bit to unstable for me as a heel striker. Ordered the Superblast... I hope its more stable in the heel.. ❓
I’m getting the same feeling from my speed 3 My speed 2 are still good and much more responsive and I’ve done over 500 miles in them
I have both and I prefer superblas for good pace run, just love how it feels.
Speed 3 of course it’s the best all around, special for those tempo run! You can’t go wrong with those shoes.
220$ for the Superblast it's ridiculous
I bought it in roadrunner for 175 as a member or vip account. You can do it to.
@@uglyfate1326it’s 138.23 usd or 20,000 jpy from asics Japan less tax.
I got the speed 2. Brilliant shoe, probably the best overall ive used, untill i step on dampish patch rhen they turn to ice skates. Hope they fixed the outsole in the 3s
they didn't
As a slightly heavier runner and midfoot striker, I find the plate in the speed 3 gets uncomfortable under foot after about 10 miles.
First one that goes on sale.
This is an evergreen answer for most upper tier shoes. 👏
Prices are too crazy for running shoes. Bring this shoe down to $160 and maybe it would be a good price. What I don’t get is that most shoe brands have a ton of everyday shoes with the same type of foams but priced 1/3 to 1/2 of what their running shoes cost
Just replaced my speed 2s with Speed 3s absolutely love them, my only concern would be durability but need to see how we go.
I went back today to the speed after 2 months in superblast- no, the speed doesn’t come close …. For any kind of run!!
How many miles (or km) is there in the Saucony Endorphine Speed 3 compared til the Saucony Triumph 20?
I ran a half marathon at 2 hrs. I'm looking for race day shoes. Would you choose the Saucony over a Metaspeed sky+? Or because I'm slow should I go for a super blast?
Maybe try the Boston 12. I am at a similar pace to you, I did the half marathon at 1:55 hours. I just got the Boston 12 and it’s great till now during training. Endorphin pro 4 would work for you too but they were too narrow for me.
I’m not getting on with my speed 3 I just don’t get that same response from them as I did with my speed 2
Same here dull shoes for me.
they taking the daily route now instead of tempo
Hey Tom. Could the Superblast be a good option to actually race in for my first marathon?
Yes. I think it would be a very good choice. Are you aiming for time or just finishing with a smile on your face?
@@TheRunTesters just get around in any time really. 4:30 would be nice
Apart from the carbon plated Endorphin Pro 3, I find that in general Saucony shoes don't do it for me. They lose their cushion far too early
Totally agree. My Endorphin Speed 1 was very good at the beginning, but after ~300km I could say it was another shoe (way more stiff). I thought it was the process of cleaning or something else I did, but now I think maybe not
the Asics are still like hens teeth - will there be a stock dump soon? even Asics own site has none with all emphasis on the new Nimbus....
Superblast way more protective cause of the stack . Speed 3 feels more nimble . But I guess it's just making content 🤷
Hi, i have size 44 in asics, should use same size at speed 3 or downsize to 43? Thanks
same size with asics
Both 🤓
Interesting comparison. Today I did my first run in superblast and after a few kms the shoes felt very similar to speed 3. Not sure which ones I am going to use more often. Do you think superblast are good for long easy efforts, like 25-30km and more?
Superblast all day everyday.
Why?
@@jasperherr8694 High stack is all the rage
@@thespecialone7632 alright, i'll get one once they have a white version. i only wear white shoes