Asics Superblast Review
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- čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
- The Asics Superblast offers something for every type of runner with its potential to replace up to three specialized running shoes. Find out if this super trainer is the all-in-one solution for training runs.
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Join Alastair from Trail and Kale for an in-depth review of the Asics Superblast, a super trainer with a $200 price tag. Offering unparalleled versatility, the Superblast is designed for tempo runs, long runs, and recovery runs alike, making it a standout choice for runners seeking a single shoe to handle the majority of their training needs. With its impressive stack height, FF Blast foam technology, and a trampoline-inspired outsole, the Superblast promises a unique blend of comfort, responsiveness, and fun. Dive into this review to explore the key features, fit, performance, and overall value of the Asics Superblast, and discover if this super trainer can live up to the hype and justify its price.
In this review:
- Key Features & Price: A closer look at what makes the Asics Superblast a super trainer and how it's priced compared to competitors.
- Performance Insights: My experiences running in the Superblast across various terrains and conditions.
- Pros & Cons: Highlights of the shoe's comfort and versatility, alongside areas ripe for improvement in future iterations.
- Fit & Sizing Tips: Recommendations on sizing down for a perfect fit and employing the Racer's Loop for optimal heel lock.
- Final Verdict: Is the Asics Superblast worth the investment for your training and racing needs?
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We share a love of the Cielo X1 and the Superblast - I’ve done all my training in the SB and will race London in the Cielo X1 - Not really sure why the latter is not universally loved, I can only think that it isn’t good for heel strikers, as I mid-foot striker, they give me the perfect forward propulsion through the rocker and the winged plate gives me much needed stability. Perfect race shoe for me, I even like the much Maligned laces 😊
Yeah the Cielo X1 is epic - Even beats the Alphafly 3 (just) in my opinion ❤️
Best shoe of all time. Love them.
Are you excited for V2?
They should do a trail ver of this w the trabuco treads and a drop of 5-6mm. Asics foams are very fun
Agree that would be quite fun!! 😄
Turbo+ lower stack due to asics grip depth would be a trail rocket ship
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I'm in NorCal too, and it gets to triple digits here in the summer. It will be interesting to see how the upper feels. I bought mine in the winter. Unfortunately, it hasn't been all that for me. But that's me. Mercifully, I purchased it at a discounted price; so, I don't feel so bad that it will be collecting dust in the shoedio.
Hey fellow California resident! :) I assume you mean you got the Speedgoat 5? The SG6 in this review is only available in July.
@@trailandkale Superblast, actually.
lol sorry my bad! I was just replying to a lad of comments on my Speedgoat review! Yes the uppe ron the Superblast may make them get toasty on a triple digit day! I'm excited to see the SB2 in a few months, I'm hoping for an upper redesign. What did you not like about them in particular?
@@trailandkale Practically every shoetuber reviews extolled the virtues of the SB. So, when I saw the discounted price, I picked it up for my long runs with workouts (fast finish, surges, etc.). However, it was just okay. Don't get me wrong, it's a comfy shoe for sure. The claimed uptempo benefits were not evident for me. Maybe I'm too light, and the SB works better for a heavier runner who would appreciate the bouncy response.
Mine took ages to break in, then they were really good.
SuperBlast casts a shadow over all shoes, its that good and versatile
They are damn good - really falling for ASICS lately
@@trailandkale its the ffTurbo, i dont touch Blast+ when its cold to harsh a ride.
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I overpronate really bad would u recommend these or should i go with a more supportive shoe? Especially on race day. I recently ran my 1st half and wore a super shoe and my ankle was killing me
Out of curiosity, which super shoe was it?
Very good review of shoe. I currently don’t have a carbon race shoe, could you wear these for 5k and 10k races and have a PB in them? or are these more suitable for longer distances and training. Currently just own saucony endorphin speed 3 but notsure where these fit in a rotation (if not doing half marathons) or if should buy Nike vaporfly’s for races? Help 😂
You can totally race 5’s and 10’s. A few people have commented saying they have been getting great times in them once broken in fully. The endorphin speed 4 is a fantastic race day shoe for $170, I have a review of that coming in the next few days. The vaporfly is a really narrow shoe, and I don’t rate it unless you have narrow feet
The Hoka Rocket X2 is a much better alternative to the Vaporfly 3 👍🏼
For a slower first time marathoner (4-4:15) would you recommend going with something more supportive and comfy like the Superblast or go for a plated racer like the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4?
If you’re aiming for 4hr marathon I think you would get more enjoyment pushing the pace on race day with a super shoe like the Endorphin Pro, or other carbon fiber plated running shoes like the new balance SC Elite 4 (czcams.com/video/i9eotV45hJw/video.html) or the Hoka Cielo X1 who ch now more expensive but crazy good (czcams.com/video/eZsSWvC1XDs/video.html)
I'm in the same boat. I want to do a marathon this year around the same pace. So tempted by the carbon plated super shoe, but don't know that i'll be going fast enough to get any benefit
You’ll definitely get some benefit at the pace but it’s really up to you as to weather you think the extra cost is worth the extra speed for and enjoyment of running that bit faster on your runs.
would these pair well with the Asics Gel Nimbus or are they too similar? Wondering if Gel Nimbus and Metaspeed Edge would pair better... (thinking Gel Nimbus for longer slower runs and Metaspeed (or Superblast) for races /pushing pace)
Yeah the Nimbus is a cushioned running shoe and you won’t get all that much out of speed sessions in them.
Our Nimbus 26 review is coming out later today (or tomorrow)
Where I disagree: Don't size down! Of course I can only speak for myself but I wear a 12.5 in ES2, EP3, in fact all my Saucony, Hoka NIke shoes. I would say my foot is on the narrow side. I ordered TTS in the SuperBlast and worried the whole time they would be too big but no. Mildly volumous perhaps but not too long. Almost wish they were 1/4 inch longer in my right foot.
Only a half size down.. I’ve been getting on fine with my usual sizing but I do wonder how a half size smaller may fair. They’re damn good though aren’t they!
I found them short.. had to size up haha. Best shoe ever though. Only part that isnt 10/10 is the outsole. Asicsgrip would have been juicy i stead of that ahar
The next version will be out in a few months, let’s see ;) 🤞🏼
Very hard to find my size 11.5 even in japan where i bought mine for only 130usd. the only size available is a full inch up, 12.5 u.s. had to do the runners knot. No heel slippage. My feet is little wide so that helped a bit i suppose.
Thanks for sharing! Glad they worked out even if a little large!
So you live in Japan? Or you imported it to US?
@filhofernandez8446 nope. Just vacation. Running shoes is very cheap there and if you're tourist they give you 10% discount on most items like running shoes. Bought a bunch of running shoes race day shoes.
@filhofernandez8446 nope. Just vacationing. You get an additional 10% discount there if you're tourist.
@@charlesbukowski9752 got it, I'm trying to get Mi first pair and it seems impossible to find one. Thanks
just bought same color
Let us know what you think
I kinda hated these shoes in the first 30km or so. Once they broke in after about 60km it's my go to for most of my runs, currently at 300km with them. Once they broke in the runners knot is definitely not necessary!
Interesting! Thanks for sharing! So a better heel lock from a softer broken in upper?
@@trailandkale Yup. The midsole is very stiff at first, I had heel slippage even just walking around when I first tried it on. Once the midsole breaks in and is able to bend more there was no issue with heel slippage even with a regular knot. Actually wonder how many shoes have this issue. Maybe a runners knot is only necessary during the break in period for most shoes if at all.
@Kaisersozze great observation! I’m hanging on to these so will hopefully notice the same!
Would you race in these shoes as well?
I mean you could… but you’ll have a much faster experience with a lightweight super shoe with a carbon fiber plate
I have seen faster runners than myself run sub 3:30 marathons in these.., so it can be done, if you like
The only time I took these to a race was a local 5k. Accidentally got close to my PB
lol the best kind of accident!
Maybe the perfect marathon shoe for us normmies...running my May marathon in these shoes. Comfortable/stable/lightweight.
Still bouncy even in an uneven road or with stones on the road.
Good luck finding a pair 😢 they sell out within 24 hours
Still?
That shoe is true to size for the majority of people. Doesn't requires a racers loop. That's only your personal preference. There's nothing about a trampoline effect(propaganda from ASICS). Its a good shoe but ain't worth 220€( price in Europe). I bought them at half price. I don't see myself buying it again at full retail price!
Well yes it is my opinion, I’m the reviewer creating the reviews here, who else’s opinion would it be? That’s why people tune in, for my experienced opinions. I was using a racers loop because my pair needed to be a half size down, hence a recommendation to do so.
@@trailandkale a shoe has to fit properly without a racers loop. Has nothing to do with your opinion!
@LuisRamos-qw1gj @LuisRamos-qw1gj No, you’re wrong there - some upper designs require a racers loop to lock your heel in place due to bad design.