ASICS Magic Speed 3 - Third Time's a Charm

The ASICS Magic Speed 3 finally delivers on that session shoe promise that we've been looking for from ASICS - a shoe that is between the daily training Novablast and the race day Metaspeed Sky + (or Metaspeed Edge +). The shoe is great for everything from moderate efforts to mile pace, and makes for a run uptempo trainer.
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[@MirellaReiche]

I’m a very slow runner and not even attempting to be anything near an average speed. Bought these shoes because after almost 4 years of running, I was just curious about the carbon plated shoes. Am I faster now, of course not. But, I doubled my comfortable stamina and I have no lower back pain and no hip pain in these shoes. They work absolutely fabulous for my comfort. I’m in love with them. Best shoes for me so far.

[@JTD33]

I think a lot of the average runners don't buy specific high end race day shoes but rather have their daily trainers along with something to do both their fast workouts and races in.

[@pbnotj1]

Well said , often our race day shoe is same as our speed tempo workout shoe . For me it has been saucony speed or adios pro 3s serving in those roles .

[@JTD33]

@@pbnotj1 Exactly, so you need something that can be noticeably quicker than a daily trainer but also comfortable over longer race distances, along with having decent durability and not being crazy expensive. That's quite a difficult combo! Saucony Speed seems to be one of the few shoes that checks all boxes.

[@Feanaro5503]

I was using the Endorphin Speed for all my races in 2022 and ran 22:32 in October for a new 5K PR. After that I bought the Takumi Sen 8 and the Endorphin Pro 2 to race in, but I haven’t cracked 23 minutes in six 5Ks so far this year. 😑

[@19JSC92]

I think that was the case a few years ago, it's easy to get a pair of carbon-plated race shoes for close to £100 now, making them more accessible to the average runner.

[@pbnotj1]

True , that is how I got an adios pro 3 (on steep discount). Cannot always find those deals in common sizes . I like these reviews as i sometimes find I prefer the speedier trainers for instance rhe saucony endorphin 1 and 2 I liked so much I never tried a carbon racer until this year .

[@CyrrusNL]

Just picked up the Magic Speed 3 to replace my old Saucony Endorphin Speed 3's. I have to say I think I enjoy the Magic Speed 3 more than the Endorphin Speed 3. The Endorphin Speed 3 is probably a little more comfortable, but the Magic Speed 3 feels faster. It's lighter and you do feel the difference in the carbon plate in the Asics vs the nylon plate in the Saucony shoe. The shoe feels more secure in sharp corners, probably the result of a slightly firmer compound of midsoles. The upper in this shoe is awesome. It's light, comfy and yet gives a good lock-down. It's not a carbon super shoe. It really is a daily trainer but with a carbon plate. It's probably best suited for speed work, although I did a 10-mile easy run in them to break them in and the shoes were fine. You just get a hell of a lot of shoe for the price point.

[@Bodhished]

I find the Speed 3 to be a flawless running shoe now. When I first got it I thought it was a step back from the speed 2 but now after a lot of km including races I think it's extra stability over the speed 2 makes it a better all rounder. I'd pick the Asics over the ts9 though. I find the ts8 to be too racy for training and prefer a bit more comfort. Primarily use the ts8 for 5k Pb attempts 👟

[@iambrent]

As one of the few runners that liked the Magic Speed 2 (it was my marathon shoe last year) I am really excited to see the improvements in version 3!!

[@patrikkorenjak8768]

me too lol, never understood, why it is so unliked

[@ingmarneple6072]

@@patrikkorenjak8768 i liked the v1 better, it was softer

[@ericwj7]

Same here, great shoe for me in the half and full.

[@Laolu90]

You must have ankles of steel if you were able to run a marathon in the MS 2. It killed my ankles after a half!

[@Carlosediaz543]

I absolutely love my pair! It took a min too break in but they feels absolutely amazing and super smooth. As someone that over pronates. These feel very stable. I was on the hunt for a workout shoe that I could also take on uptempo long runs and do tempo works and track workout in and have absolutely love these! Compared to the endorphin speed 3, these feels a lot more uptempo and bouncy and racey. The endophin speed 3 really didn’t lock me down at all and was to much of a daily trainer feel to me.. Durability has been great as well. For the price I can’t recommend these enough. I have a cloudboom echo 2 and been using that a lot so I can save that on racing shoe. The carbon plate is bottom loud in the front which is super nice because it doesn’t feel really aggressive at all but also very snappy and smooth

[@vincewarne228]

The shoe looks great but right now for value getting the Takumi Sen 8 on heavy discount looks like a great option.

[@FordyRuns]

I’ve been waiting for this thanks big boy

[@garysum9121]

Awaiting for your review as well

[@kyle_massa]

Great review Ko, really appreciate how you go into specific use cases and potential alternatives! Big fan of Asics, maybe this will be a good summer speed shoe to try!

[@eby6613]

Picked mine up 50% off for 90€. Very happy

[@snowwalker9999]

Very promising for the Asics lineup. Now I can't wait for your after 100K review.

[@mawilliams777]

Sometimes I feel the Takumi Sen is a bit harsh, until I put my foot down (literally) and the Lightstrike always surprises me how much cushion it has for its thickness

[@runryerun8789]

A marathon shoe that’s not ugly or unisex? Hooray!

[@tabe5686]

LET'S GOOOOO! Ko, thank you so much for this review. I've always wanted to love the magic lineup (wonderful name). Maybe it's time!

[@kofuzi]

I hope you can try it out soon!

[@Klian159]

Wow the BEST review on this shoe, thank you man now I know if this shoe is for me or not since I was drawn to the "Juiciness" on this one ;)!!!

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@MrJoeBangkok]

Thanks a lot from Thailand for your great review as always!!!!

[@WiseRunner]

Great review. Always enjoy your vidoes, very informative and professionally done.

[@jameswestmoreland9717]

Saw your pic in an Asics ad. Way to go!

[@steveh5242]

Liked the comparo to the Endorphin Speed 3 and Takumi Sen...any thoughts as to how it compares to the Deviate Nitro 2? Also kind of in the faster plated trainer realm.

[@naterod4515]

Just snagged these for 120 in the ASICS road tested section and I had a $20 coupon code. Newest color option as well. Check the road tested section often if you all have not been!

[@Eirikkinserdal]

Can't wait for these being discounted after a month, would be silly buying it right away 😆

[@watsanlik]

Hate to say it but honestly it comes down to style and the colorways for me, i mean nowadays all the shoe brand's lineup are very similar and you likely won't go wrong with any one of them, so at least pick the one that looks the best. My shoe rotation would consists of a cushy daily trainer for comfort (Puma Forever Run), a more responsive low stack work out shoe for the track (about to get a Takumi Sen), and a race day / longer tempo shoe (Alphafly 1 for race day, Adi Pro 3 for workout)

[@jakecaine4371]

My current favourite shoe

[@jusjusrunsworld]

One of my current favourite Asics shoes at the moment. Great shoe to run both fast and slow in actually.

[@michaeljose2441]

just cop it this morning , thanks for the review

[@lykavsc1]

i just bought it for my race days! i am starting to have second thoughts tho, i can run around 4min/km in 10K and around 4,15min/km in half marathon, but i never had any race day shoe, was my choise for this shoe ok for race days? or is the metaspped sky+ that much butter to run 21k at my pace? i can buy the puma elite deviate v1 for 110€ and the metaspeed sky + for 175, i got the magic speed 3 for 150. it's so hard to choose these days, anyone can help me to figure if i did the right choise going magic speed 3?

[@ddhurry4168]

I picked up my Sen 8s for under 80$ CAD unbeatable at that price

[@dominicmcnamara]

Imagine getting Sen Strung on that discount.....UNBEATABLY BEST

[@jollyroger1009]

Just bought these after watching this and other videos. Excited to try them out!

[@kofuzi]

Hope you enjoy!

[@jollyroger1009]

@@kofuzi They are nice! But agree with the verdict that they are speed only: not really designed for plodding out easy miles. Pairing mine with the Kayano 30 for the easier/longer stuff.

[@jollyroger1009]

Also for slowing down in between faster paces, I tend to lean back into a heel strike: there's very nice heel cushion in the shoe for that.

[@supwell]

Speed 3 is wayyy too soft for me for workouts. Much prefer the Takumi Sen - based on your thoughts I'm guessing the Magic Speed falls between the two in terms of firmness?

[@kofuzi]

Yup

[@Bodzio1982]

They kinda fit my budget in 2024 since new version has been released. As I amateur runner I’m confused what shoe I should get. I have upcoming half marathon in 2 months but I’m not quite sure if I need such fancy shoes 😂 but I like how they look. I currently run in Hoka Rincon 3.

[@Logs888]

As an average runner my current racer are the Puma Deviate Nitro 2, still far away from a fitness level where I would consider super shoes (maybe after reaching 20:00 for the 5k..). The magic speed 3 look like a nice addition, definitely will give them a try - and they look awesome too 😊

[@kofuzi]

Hope you enjoy them!

[@JTD33]

A comparison between the Deviate Nitro 2 and Magic Speed 3 would be interesting. I'm looking for a tempo and race shoe for up to half marathons and those two along with the Speed 3 seem likely candidates.

[@lykavsc1]

@@JTD33 i am in the same situation as you, and i just bought the magig speed 3 for my races! but i am kinda of starting to think i should had waited a bit longer too see if this was indeed a nice choise for a race shoe. last sunday i did my first 10 K race under 40 min, now i am trying half maraton under 90 min. let's see what i make of this shoe, i am also considring buying the puma deviate elite nitro v1 for 110€. and make that my race shoe and return the magic speed 3. but let's see after my first run in the magic speed 3 how it fells

[@JTD33]

@@lykavsc1How are your Magic Speed 3s so far? I've also been considering the Deviate Nitro Elite V1.

[@lykavsc1]

@@JTD33 i haven't tried them on yet, i am waiting for my next race to try them on, will only be on 25th of september, so i decided not to go for the deviate elite because of the time and papers nedded to return my magic speed 3. for what i read on reviews from the elite v1, it is a really solid shoe for 21 k maximum, for the price you pay for it, but i will risk evertything on my magic speed 3, i have until october to return them on a 90 return policy from asics. as soon as i tried them i give uo the feedback. my currently trainers are the nike pegasous 39 and puma velocitry nitro 2

[@philliphammond9135]

For most runners would you recommend the Puma Deviate Nitro 2 or the Magic speed 3?

[@gregruns]

The Nike Vaporfily 3...for me, starts to get real squirrelly if I get sloppy, still love it.

[@kofuzi]

glad to hear it's working for you!

[@gregruns]

@@kofuzi Thank you, Mike.

[@bsmoov7]

I think $170 for the Endorphin Speed makes more sense than $180 for Takumi. You can do more with the Endorphin Speed

[@Ahonghekiaaksisj]

How about magic

[@Apollo_21mil]

Speeds are awesome , have been rotating version 2 found on sale for years 75-90$.

[@dextersuarez9948]

Been waiting for this one

[@mckinleyp13]

Great looking update!

[@kofuzi]

it does look fantastic

[@lhprx4]

Adding the other brands options is cool

[@lhprx4]

im currently using the novablast 3 for everything, this one would fit greatly in my rotation, maybe when they release it around here ill get it.

[@mawilliams777]

Apart from race day, I struggle to pick anything else up but my Novablast 3s

[@dnegel9546]

@@mawilliams777i find it hurts my feet for walking. How about you? (5+mile walks)

[@Solidus131]

⁠@@dnegel9546used to ran on Novablast 3 for everything since it was my only shoe back in the days. Felt the same problem it became hurts when walking. Now i bought adidas SL for another daily trainer and magic speed 3 for race days. When i do the rotation on shoe, i feel like novablast 3 becomes more enjoyable and the pain when walking is gone. I think you guys really need to consider to rotating you shoes cause it really works.

[@tehhalia903]

Since you are comparing it to endorphin speed 3, which is the better option for long runs for heavier runners up to half mara distance?

[@dashingben]

When my MS2 run out of life, I'll def be reaching for these MS3. I just wish that the MS Sky/Edge shoes came in a size 14!! I have to leave asics for my carbon race shoes, which sucks.

[@myhairlooksflat3454]

Me too! So annoying that Asics doesn’t release the Sky/Edge in big boi sizes :( (Also looking at you Adidas!)

[@Carlosediaz543]

Hi great review! This helped me a lot was deciding between the magic speed,endorphin speed 3 and on cloudmonster. I already have a daily trainer that I log a lot of miles on but want something I can do workouts in and some marathon/10k paced runs and longer runs as well that are uptempo. I know you said you recommend the speed over the magic speed but would the magic speed be more stable or really both would be fine

[@kofuzi]

I think magic speed would be more stable

[@beenich]

I’m debating between these and the Adi Pro 3 (found them in sale). I want to use them for tempo runs as well as half marathon racing. Anyone have any ideas of what I should pick? I only have 1 pair today and that’s the Novablast 3.

[@kofuzi]

adios pro 3

[@Reasonwalker1]

Already have NB3 for daily trainer and Nike VF2 for race day but looking for speed work training shoes to add the rotation, can't decide between Superblast and Magic Speed 3, which one do you think should I pick?

[@coco3085]

I wonder if this would be a great indoor 2 mile or mile shoe for those of us who don’t wear spikes. Seems stable enough for turns.

[@JoshL84]

Does this shoe have a little more pop than the Endorphin Speed 3? Considering a shorter distance shoe for the half down to 5k.

[@simplymiya3820]

Hi Kofuzi. What’s the difference between the magic speed 3 and superblast shoes?

[@WhatMatterstoMatt]

@kofuzi so when you mention the shoe “reminds you when you are getting a little sloppy” would you say that it penalizes you if your form is off?

[@kofuzi]

Yes

[@Muhonry]

Looks promising but I have reservations about training in a carbon plated shoe.

[@ksteege]

I am intrigued top try these out at some point may wait a bit because I have a current Takumi Sen and a backup for when its done (I absolutely love that shoe for speedwork) but I like what I see from ASICS these days. However I still dont get the Novablast hype - dont get me wrong - its a fine daily trainer but for me no more exciting than any other one...

[@sari7422]

Just bought it yesterday. Hopefully it’s the right choise 😅

[@kofuzi]

let me know how it goes!

[@danneh8777]

let him know

[@yohankusuma5510]

Hi mike, which one do you prefer for your workout? This magic speed 3 or puma deviate nitro 2?

[@jollyroger1009]

He had the DN2 as his shoe of the year, so I guess that one! DN2 getting some love in these comments.

[@dhalsimtate]

Please Help Me Im currently contemplating whether to get the new Asics Magic Dpeed 3 or the Vaporfly 2 for my racing shoes, my main concerns are, will there be much ride difference (bounce, energy return, etc,) and durability issues in Vaporfly 2 I would love a racing shoes that I can use occasionally during workouts without worrying it will degrade easily. I have never used any vaporflys, seeing many runners high praise of it make me very tempted tho (are they really that good, has significantly more energy return?) For now, Im currently leaning more towards the magic speed 3 because many reviews claim that the Vaporfly 2 break down in faster rate than normal shoes. if you have bad or good durability experience with your Vaporfly 2 please share it down below. And if both at the same price is it without a doubt the Vaporfly is the better deal regarding all my concerns? All opinions and experiences will be greatly appreciated 🙏

[@jaysonong6364]

Hi Kofuzi, I'm thinking of buying this shoe as a race day shoe. Is that a good idea?

[@mckinleyp13]

Deviate nitro 2 and the takumi sen are my speed day shoes of choice.

[@ganchinho]

how do they compare?

[@gimmepenalty]

is this good for a 5k daily trainer?

[@RodRunerr]

What do you think about Saucony hurricane 23, I'm going to use it for a half marathon

[@theRoyKA2]

My pair arrived yesterday and I am disappointed with the quality control of these Asics! Glue everywhere and one stitch sticking out between the sole and upper.

[@kofuzi]

Sorry to hear about that. Were you able to exchange?

[@haohaoran299]

I want to ask what is the selfie stick used for? Thanks for the reply！😊

[@errgo2713]

Anyone, is this a close equivalent to the (discontinued) Nike tempo nxt%?

[@ardkf]

How is the magic speed 3 compared to adidas boston 12 when using for a long run session? Which one is more suitable for training virgin HM?

[@kofuzi]

I haven’t yet tried the Boston 12

[@khrisnaram-indra7316]

Nice ❤

[@chinitopogi7511]

I hope Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 with an HG outsole same with Endorphin Elite, would be flexible and can matchup with asics magic speed 3

[@skolian5626]

Hey @kofuzi, great review, really informative. I have a question though. Would having Novablast 3 for daily, long and easy runs and Magic Speed 3 for speed workouts and races be a good idea for a two Asics shoe rotation? Or is there a better combination of two Asics shoes rotation? Hope to see your opinion on this, thanks in advance.

[@kofuzi]

Depends on your races. For marathons and half marathons, I’d lean towards the Metaspeed Sky Plus

[@skolian5626]

@@kofuzi yes, I am looking forward to run some half marathons and marathons. But I was worried that Metaspeed Sky Plus is to fragile and it is going to fall apart after 100 miles.

[@shinobie86]

There seems to be an asics shoes called “S4”. It has the same design as magic speed 3 but its midsole is FF Turbo. The only problem for this S4 is that it only sold in japan. Here is hoping the shoes is releasing world wide.

[@skolian5626]

@@shinobie86 sounds nice, but I don't think I'd be able to get my hands on those. Anyways, I have decided to take another approach and get myself a pair of Superblast for speed workouts and races and keep Novablast for the easy and long runs.

[@Timle1991]

I'm a new runner about to run my first half marathon in a few weeks. I currently have the On Cloudsurfer and New Balance Rebel V3. I was considering buying these for HM or should I stick with Rebel V3. Thoughts/opinion?

[@kofuzi]

Rebel 3

[@captainzaraki2478]

I'm torn between buying this or Asics Noosa 14... I know that they aren't entirely comparable, but what would you suggest for generally faster paced training?

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

I always recommend trying on the options you’re interested in because it’ll be obvious which suits your individual biomechanics best.

[@michaelhaney1357]

I bought a pair of Noosa Tri 14s a few weeks ago and really like them. They are an old school speed trainer - light, snappy, but still good for slower stuff. It’s nice that that are relatively cheap so it was no biggie giving them a shot. I have nothing to compare them to in the ASICS racing/speed line-up so just take it as a data point.

[@NeillyVille]

I'd still take the Speed 1 or 3 imo

[@smiledentgal]

I stay in a hilly area and run on roads... any particular shoe in your opinion more suited for this running atmosphere. I am using Kayano 29 since an year and 30 is reaching to me soon.

[@kofuzi]

hilliness generally does not compute in my shoe consideration

[@GeorgiosA]

Great video, thank you! One question please - it seems that you are holding the Novablast 3 TR in the video, and was wondering if it is suitable for running on the road as well? My only gripe with my Novablast 2 is the grip on the wet & durability of the outsole, but otherwise absolutely love them - was wondering if the TR version is the solution....

[@kofuzi]

it would be difficult for me to answer that for you. I have experienced no traction issues in the novablast in wet conditions and no durability concerns. but my intuition would be that the extra little bit of rubber on the NB TR is not going to resolve what you are experiencing

[@GeorgiosA]

@@kofuzi thank you for taking the time to answer - am also considering trying the Velocity Nitro 2 which might be a good alternative with a better outsole. Perhaps the issue I'm experiencing is related to the amount of miles I have in my Novablast 2s (more than any previous daily trainer, yet the midsole is still fine, that's new to me, usually switch shoes due to midsole failure, not outsole).

[@glennsantiago4003]

Hi , are these usable for half marathons? Thank you !! More power

[@kofuzi]

Yes, although depending on how long you are planning to be out there, they might not be the most comfortable

[@glennsantiago4003]

@@kofuzi thank you , so i think my SL2 or Supernova Prima better 😁

[@mickyward3716]

Does the magic speed 3 got more.volume or width then the puma deviate nitro 2 ?? And also which do you find have more pop ?

[@kofuzi]

A1. no A2. Magic Speed 3

[@Camillemonade]

Is it as narrow as the Takumi sen 9? I have wide feet and I buy men’s because men’s is a women’s wide but sometimes it’s still too narrow!

[@kofuzi]

Similar

[@DanWilder-123]

Which has better energy return, Nike Zoom Fly 4 or Asics MAGIC SPEED 3?

[@kofuzi]

Hmmm. I’m not sure I tested ZF4

[@jjuel5]

Is it that much better than the Magic Speed 2 especially when the 2 can now be had for around $95? Should I spend the extra $65 to get the 3?

[@kofuzi]

here's the thing, version 2 was pretty polarizing. and by polarizing, it seems like I was the only one who liked it. For me, a $65 discount is pretty substantial, and by the time I'm done with the 2, I can hopefully then get the new version at a discount. but some people really disliked version 2, so the $65 saved doesn't do you much good if you don't like what you've got.

[@apiezvads]

hi can this compared or similar purpose to Takumi Sen 9? for 10k 5k race shoe.

[@kofuzi]

I specifically compare it to the Takumi Sen 9 later in the video. please consider watching to the end or at least fast foward to the chapter Buying Guide

[@chinitopogi7511]

I hope this is a neutral shoe same with metaspeed sky plus that can support foot with a High arch..

[@R41Z1NRUN]

Love your hats. Where do you get them?

[@NeillyVille]

You I have that shirt! Chicago Kofuzi Run Club 2022

[@deepgurung1091]

😯 wow nice cushion ever👍

[@user-qc6mo7tr7c]

I am a little worried that Asics is going soft with all of their shoes these days. What options do they still offer for a firmer ride?

[@EliMarszalek]

Asics still produces the Hyper Speed, which has a firm, single-density midsole, in a classic racing flat design. If you're looking for a firm, minimal ride, that's the option Asics provides for racing or faster workouts. They also produce the EvoRide, which is similar to the Hyper Speed but with a rocker geometry. Both shoes are non-plated and they both utilize a firm midsole compound.

[@soundofenigma]

Evoride Speed and Noosa 15

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

The Edge+ isn’t particularly soft IMO.

[@y416]

When you talk about paces that are appropriate for a shoe, do you mean by effort or by time? Your easy day pace may be the same min/mi as someone else’s 5k race pace. Would a “fast” shoe still be appropriate for the slow guy running at a fast effort?

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

Kofuzi has stated this as have many others, including my coach: EFFORT. To use my own case to make the point, how would you apply pace to a 72 y.o. female whose age-graded marathon time from last month is now 2:43:53, even though my pace is obviously much slower than that of a runner in their prime obtaining that result? I thoroughly enjoyed my Endorphin Pro3 at my 9+ min pace on the majority of miles on the course and felt those shoes did work better for me than the Endo Speeds I used the previous two years.

[@y416]

@@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183 thanks so much for clarifying that. I've always wondered if certain shoes that work best when running "fast" would still be appropriate for me, as I am much slower than most all of these shoe reviewers. This knowledge is certainly bad for my wallet, though.

[@mattloughman]

How is the fit compared to the Sky or Sky+?

[@kofuzi]

Pretty similar. Snug

[@SagarSiddhpura]

Surprised that you didnt include Puma Deviate nitro 2

[@kofuzi]

Which would you remove to make room for the Deviate Nitro 2? Takumi Sen or Endo Speed?

[@SagarSiddhpura]

@@kofuzi I would personally remove Takumi Sen

[@Fozzee.1970]

Carbon enfused tpu plate according to the running warehouse video

[@nhealthlifestyle]

Nice review

[@kofuzi]

Thanks for watching!

[@liiou4445]

how did this video get HD res so fast?

[@kofuzi]

If I upload and set for publish at a later time, it gives KZbin time to process it ahead of time

[@liiou4445]

@@kofuzi thats smart!

[@me2480]

i wanted to buy budget racing shoes what should i get? magicspeed 3 or takumi sen 9 or you can suggest me other great shoes

[@kofuzi]

Based on the shoes you mentioned, I’ll assume you are 5k/10k racing. I prefer the Takumi Sen for that. But those looking for something a bit more old school may prefer the Magic Speed 3

[@me2480]

@@kofuzithanks for the reply appreciate it.

[@radoslavstoev4550]

Most brands nowadays have way to many shoes that overlap a lot. It gets very comfusing really.

[@kofuzi]

Think of them like knives in a drawer of golf clubs in a bag. Different tools for different jobs. A noob golfer like me really only needs three clubs and everything else may feel unnecessary. A golf pro can precisely tell the different between a 5 iron and a 6 iron

[@affinitystablepeanuts]

Are you no longer doing chapters?

[@shaoguangda3204]

This is a highly praised shoe. However, it is not for everyone. It has a new lockdown feature in the midfoot, which causes immense pain in the foot’s arch when running. I have no idea why they introduced it. It is so poor quality as well. Even the metaspeed dont have this feature.

[@kofuzi]

the person who wrote this comment is a comedic genius. starting out by saying that the shoe isn't for everyone and then declaring that certain aspects of the shoe will be painful for everyone. the irony is sublime. 🤣

[@johnnysercombe7912]

hi Kofuzi di you think you could do a half marathon in the magic speed 3 looking for a race day shoe without the plate as i'm only new to running.

[@kofuzi]

This has a plate

[@johnnysercombe7912]

thanks for that info @@kofuzi

[@jimoconnor8597]

Guessing if I don't really like the MetaSpeed Sky +, I might want to pass on this one. Only ASICS I seem to be able to get along with so far is the Super Blast.

[@kofuzi]

I think it’s closer to the metaspeed edge plus than the sky plus, but I don’t know if you have experience in that one

[@jimoconnor8597]

@@kofuzi I stopped after the Sky+, NB 2 & 3 plus some recent older models. LOL

[@sureshgupta9725]

UK8 size is out of stock a long time, how & where to buy it.

[@kofuzi]

🤷🏻‍♂️ I would ask your local running store if they can order a pair for you

[@tum1ndyzpendent903]

Compared to boston 12, what is your opinion?😃

[@kofuzi]

Haven’t tried the b12 yet

[@TJ-ck4dp]

How does FF Blast differ to FF Turbo is FF Turbo more cushioned?

[@IT_Farhan]

I believe the Turbo is PEBA based, which is springier but less stable

[@kofuzi]

Turbo is nylon. It is a racing foam, and it’s just a lot more everything. More compression when you hit the ground, more rebound when you push off. It’s not at cushy as a daily training foam, but it’s still quite cushioned for racing, if that makes sense.

[@senwang1982]

sc trainer v2 or magic speed 3?

[@kofuzi]

I haven't tested the SC Trainer 2

[@tommoore3292]

Good shoe for tempos or intervals?

[@kofuzi]

Yea

[@user-oo4ki8qz5n]

Is vaporfly 3 better or magic speed 3

[@kofuzi]

Different tools for different jobs

[@Chessmasteclass]

Will there be a Boston12 review?

[@kofuzi]

Eventually. I just ordered a pair

[@Daddy-House1981]

So nice video and good music.ASICS running shoes in Thailand are very expensive I don’t know why?Japan is not far from Thailand.It’s good shoes but not for everyone can buy.But still love u videos thanks.

[@Reasonwalker1]

I don’t see how Thailand price is very expensive. NVB3 retail price is $140 and in Thailand full price at ฿4900 which is exact conversion of the currency. Other models are treat the same. And if you look hard enough Supersport and Asics put their shoes on sale very very often these day.

[@jaimecastanedaiii9108]

Are we getting the 100 mile review soon?

[@kofuzi]

kinda