Asics Novablast 4 vs Superblast: ASICS RUNNING SHOE SHOOTOUT

In this thrilling video, we bring you the ultimate showdown between two popular running shoes from ASICS: the Novablast 4 and the Superblast. Get ready to witness a race to the finish line as these top-notch running shoes go head-to-head in a battle of performance, comfort, and speed.
The Novablast 4, known for its cutting-edge technology and superior cushioning, takes on the Superblast, a shoe renowned for its exceptional responsiveness and stability.
Join us as we break down the key features and benefits of each shoe, highlighting their design elements, materials used, and unique technologies. Discover which shoe comes out on top in terms of support, durability, and energy return.
We'll also provide valuable insights and comparisons based on real-world testing and runner feedback. Whether you're an avid runner, fitness enthusiast, or simply seeking an exceptional running shoe, this video will help you make an informed decision.
Stay tuned as we delve into the performance of the Novablast 4 and Superblast, analyzing their traction on various surfaces, breathability, and overall fit. Our comprehensive review aims to guide you towards finding the ideal running companion that matches your specific needs and preferences.
Don't miss out on this captivating race to the finish line. Join us in this exciting ASICS running shoe shootout between the Novablast 4 and the Superblast. Watch now and take a step closer towards optimizing your running experience!

[@KC_Runz]

I've never run in anything as good as the Superblast before, absolute banger! Considering it for a full marathon at this point!!

[@tjieming]

Doesn't the price difference justify going NB4 instead if it's that close?

[@FordyRuns]

Probably yes but the superblast is just so damn good

[@jaysingh05]

I think Fordy was just being nice; “super blast is a superior faster more comfortable better all round shoe than the Novablast” is basically what he was saying while not throwing the Novablast completely under the bus 😂

[@csguak]

I don't really run. I use Superblast + orthotics as my daily shoe. Immediately threw my Ultraboost 21 in the trash can after a moment of silence 😢

[@sharkymoon422]

Superblast the king, the champagne nova 4 the prince.. Both great, but ones super and ones not.. Super blast Speed ‘SBS’ for race days coming soon?! Love ya style fordy 👍🙏🏻

[@jootjejoop]

Loved the Novablast 3tr! Did 900kms in them. Orderded the Superblast, excited to try them out soon. Great, these 5/6/7 minutes video's. Helpfull and to the point. Thanks!

[@mehowkielan1984]

any update on the super? how they compare?

[@drewwhittaker2549]

I think a fair conclusion from this is that if you already have a pair of superblasts, no need to pick up the NovaBlast 4. If you don't own superblasts and want to save a bit of money, Novablast 4 is very comparable.

[@FordyRuns]

Fair shout

[@Sabundy]

Asics seriously outdid themselves with the Superblast. I think the SB 2 (whenever it comes out) is going to be hyped as hell.

[@junglisttt]

It will probably be less awesome. That is how it usually goes 😅

[@Sabundy]

@@junglisttt you mean they will Nike it? Quite possibly...

[@junglisttt]

@@Sabundy Hahaha yes, Nike it. Love that😂

[@filoIII]

Asics'll jack it up and ruin it. Watch.

[@Kevin-fz7yt]

Thanks for the video, great as always. Keep up the good work.

[@markdyer2580]

Love my superblast. Got 250 miles into it and just gets better. Got a brand new pair in the wardrobe for when current one needs retiring!

[@davidzlotnick1899]

Agree 100% about the superblast ! Was indispensable in my last marathon block - great recommendation as usual - thanks ! I just signed up for my first 50k ( for fun not pace) - and I ordered the Novablast 4 The course is all gravel and the superblast outsole has too many cut outs for rocks to get stuck in … the NB4 outsole looks more gravel friendly :-)

[@FordyRuns]

The superblast is the king

[@MarcJenner]

I just can't agree with your verdict on this. If they truly are extremely close in performance, surely the shoe that is considerably cheaper would be the recommendation to everyday runners?

[@FordyRuns]

I see your point but I’m in love with the superblast I just can’t help it … it’s that good

[@MarcJenner]

​@@FordyRunsTo be fair, I haven't tried the Superblast as I've yet to find it anywhere in a UK 14!

[@JDeezle21]

Love the color on the Superblast. About to be my next running shoe. They are Team colors for the High School Track Team I'm helping coach.

[@MrMacb69]

I'll have top pick up a pair of SB's, especially after the comparison made to my all time favourite shoe, the OG Glideride. I can't wait. I'm around 105kgs so I compress the foam on the Nimbus a bit too much still

[@dardevle]

What would be a good race day marathon shoe that compliments the Superblast? Love the SB!

[@Dasani31]

Still waiting for more stealthy colourways on superblast. Need to wear it to office 😂

[@FordyRuns]

I like this thought process a lot

[@Ben-yw8be]

Superblast is my favorite running shoe of all time.

[@FordyRuns]

Mine too

[@djbeama]

The superblast is my favorite running shoe. I might have to glue a vibram on it for winter😉😂 i dont understand why they are so hard to find. The colorway you have for example seems to be superrare. I got the yellow ones and the outsole is starting to look a bit chewed up (around 300km on em).

[@FordyRuns]

Yeah they are so hard to get

[@paulklimo2396]

You're not making any sense. You're making an argument for the Nova blast 4. if you're saying that the NB4 is too much like the SB and there is a significant price difference, then why would you not go with the Nova blast 4 and save some $$??

[@kevinclark5086]

He's saying it's closer to the superblast but not as good. So if you want the best shoe then it's the superblast. But if you're not bothered about having the best then novablast 4 will do. It's always harder to take a step down in performance imo so people with the superblast will know that the novablast isn't as good.

[@TomJohnson-yf6wp]

Is there a superblast 2 on the way ? Can’t seem to find the superblast anywhere in the uk 🤦‍♂️

[@Charles-kc2vt]

Would you happen to know how the Novablast 2E fits? I have a wide foot so it immediately rules out the Superblast for me 😔

[@stevros48]

Hi Fordy ... Hey as a 86kg runner who generally wears stability shoes like Adrenaline Kayano and Mizuno wave nirvana is the novablast 4 or superblast stable enough for me to have a great a time in it as everyone seems to be ? Lately ive been using less stability focused shoe like the Saucony endorphin speed 3 and still enjoy it without issue

[@wozandnic]

After back to back 10km. Tempo run in the Superblast and Easy run in the Novablast. In direct comparison, the Novablast feel too soft and not responsive enough, the Superblast just feel better and even though today was a slow easy run in the Novablast and yesterday was a Tempo in the Superblast, the Superblast just respond better and absorb everything better and yet give a little back. My feet, legs and everything just feels better after running in the Superblast 😍

[@edwardwilliammorris1340]

I loved the novablast 2 so much I bought several pairs so I don't run out of them . They're my favourite and they wear really well , 500 miles easily highest mileage my pair have that on them and look like they'll double that !! Just like the MK1 , I've got 1200+ miles on mine and seriously they still give comfortable runs 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

[@stephenbetley9596]

I'm an Asics fanboy. I walk in the GT2000 & Kayano, and for running/training Cumulus & Nimbus. I wish they would resurrect the Glideride, still have a new pair of v1 in storage. It seems to have died and been replaced by the Superblast? One question I've not seen addressed. Runners vs Triathletes. Do the latter, especially non-elite age groupers need a carbon supershoe for racing? On fatigued legs after the swim/bike even elites/pro only manage a 3hr marathon, age-groupers 4-5hr standard. Same for 1/2 ironman. Comfort and control is better than propulsion. The superblast has been put in the supershoe category as a high end daily trainer. Would it be just as good as a Tri raceday shoe?

[@trun3149]

The answer is novablast 3. Great shoe and cheap at the minute.

[@tengyts3591]

I'm a heel striker runner which one should I buy? novablas 4 or superblast? or other recommendation? TIA SIR! please help me to choose my first running shoes :)

[@philbrown9901]

£80 difference and the NB likely to be more widely available and therefore more likely to be discounted. Unless you have deep pockets the answer seems sonewhat straight forward... ?

[@legendamian]

So a few questions. I got a Superblast with about 450k in them, they still feel great for longer efforts and tempo. And yes you can do daily training in them but you might want something a tad softer for that. Is it worth getting the Novablast 4 in my case? Also to offload and lengthen my use of my current Superblast. Or just get a second pair of Superblast (which i'm not too keen on since they take quite some time to break in). Or just wait for Superblast 2? Considering that i thought the Novablast 3 was too soft and it bottommed out for me really fast.

[@Bryan_Gutierrez]

Exactly what I was going to comment. Why not have both in rotation? Superblast for tempo/long runs and Novablast 4 for easy runs. I have both being shipped to me and probably will test that rotation.

[@geridsyanriyulius9696]

I'm too happy running on superblast, so i decide to get a novablast 4 for my daily shoe, so i can ride my superblast on races 😊😊

[@paulmulks]

Superblast wins, end of video and conversation 😂

[@leesoutheast]

💯 Superblast > most other shoes ever made

[@FordyRuns]

🤣

[@vtru2743]

@@leesoutheastwhich shoes might be better than the Superblast?

[@leesoutheast]

@@vtru2743 not come across any I prefer to Superblast yet not that I’ve tested every shoe out there 😂

[@paulmulks]

@@vtru2743 Nike Alphafly, vaporfly. Adidas pro 3 but they have carbon plates in. Nothing I've found without a plate currently beats the Superblast IMO, great shoe and the v2 is gonna have a lot to live up to

[@Tmus228]

First marathon in april. I liked the Superblast so much ive sold my Saucony pro 3 and bought another pair of Superblast. Will train in one pair and run the marathon in the second pair. Not realy aming for a time but 4 ish hours would be good.

[@FordyRuns]

You will have a great time good luck

[@Tmus228]

@FordyRuns Thanks....hope your back is on the mend mate.

[@markm3747]

How does the Superblast compare to the Endorphin Speed 2?

[@jollyroger1009]

Saucony Pro 3 traded in for Superblast? That's a huge call!

[@Tmus228]

@jollyroger1009 Not for the average runner like me. Done a half marathon in both and not much difference in times , but my legs still felt good after running in the Superblast and ached a bit in the pro 3 so for a marathon it was an easy decision. 😀

[@eriktred]

You know when you have two good shoes you are reaching for, to put on for a run but have to choose one? The NB3 and superblast are that for me and I always reach for the superblast. I just bought the NB4 but haven’t yet run in them.

[@FordyRuns]

Let me know what you think of them

[@mikegamber8561]

heads up the Glideride Max is coming in 2024!!!!!

[@FordyRuns]

Is that confirmed ?

[@fatemyfir1363]

Hey Fordy, would love to get your advice. I’m kind of stuck between choosing nimbus 25 or NB4 for my slow/long/daily runs. I’m afraid that nimbus might be too soft while NB4 might not be soft enough😅. Which one would you choose? I currently have the propel v4 and Boston 12 as my rotation. Love your reviews btw! Cheers!

[@Serkong]

Nimbus 26 out soon, also look at 1080v13

[@markhill8590]

Novablast is 60 pounds cheaper, bought a pair today and they're outstanding! Used the boston 12 for daily training but think now the novablast 4 has taken that spot

[@magnusliang4183]

Just waiting on superblast 2

[@FordyRuns]

Upper update incoming

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

@@FordyRuns Any more word on an ETA?

[@TrevorClare-l3c]

Hi its a question about daily running trainers ive been running in new balance 1080 I've had the v10 v11 v12 all good but im looking for a couple of rotation shoes is Adidas boston 12 a good rotation shoe and torn between 1080v13 asics novablast 4 or asics nimbus gel 25 many thanks

[@aidansarkees4495]

v13s r a phenomenal shoe imo, went through 3 pairs and i even used them even for picking it up on a Long run (5:30 pace)

[@reginaldgonzales]

What is the best daily trainer partner of superblast if superblast is going to use for long run?

[@FordyRuns]

rebel 4

[@danielmcdonald9917]

Novablast 3 are so much better then the 4 lighter quicker they fucked it making the novablast 4

[@FordyRuns]

Interesting description but I get your point !

[@douggrabill]

The Superblast is my favorite daily trainer

[@Orkex]

If not for running but for comfort, which midsole is squishier?

[@mamirfadhilah8401]

Novablast 4 more comfort, superblast more stability and responsive, for casual not running definitely nova 4 best pick

[@lambsauceflips5304]

hey fordy, what do you think about the novablast 3 vs the propel v4? ive been trying to find a cushioned versatile daily trainer, also what do you think about the rebel v3 in the same context?

[@lambsauceflips5304]

btq they are all around the same price where i live with the novablast being about 20 pound more expensive than the rebel and propel

[@FordyRuns]

Propel is much cheaper so good shoe for the money

[@lambsauceflips5304]

@@FordyRuns they all cost the same after discount right now at about 50 pounds for the propel and around 70 pounds for the rebel v3, the novablast is about 80 pounds. so what would you advise me to get if they all costed the same? since all three of them are all really cheap im just trying to find out whats the best

[@ThaCurbdog]

I wear a 12.5 in ASICS run shoes and it’s an impossible size to find. I can find 12 and 13 all day. Is it worth it to go “13” or is that too much?

[@jollyroger1009]

FOD Runner could probably answer that: I think he's a 13 and always has trouble finding shoes in his size.

[@ThaCurbdog]

@@jollyroger1009 No kidding? Thanks, man.

[@simonrunc8067]

I would go prime x strung , cheaper than superblast for the long marathon training runs if not keeping within asics.

[@FordyRuns]

You can pick those up cheap

[@jamiedalrymple3689]

I will wait for superblast 2 so superblast will hopefully drop to 150 then I will go with that ❤️✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@ansleynkaden]

This did not help me to decide on which to order. 🤣 I had 2 pairs of NB3 and a pair of Superblast that were a 1/2 size too big. NB are past their life. I hate to spend $200 on a trainer. But im fighting some.knee and ahin pain on my left side.

[@Manuel_712]

Good morning. Interesting comparison. It´s clear, novablast4=150€ (Spain). Like to Fordy. A nice friday for everyone.

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you

[@RunningWithDanny]

I’d buy the SB right now if I could get them anywhere

[@donwellodongo9044]

there are some restocked colors now

[@RunningWithDanny]

@@donwellodongo9044 mate thank you soooooo much 🫶🏻😁. Literally just purchased my size in the new colour way 🤝🏻

[@robsnow2099]

EVERYONE: NB4 is incredibly close to the SB. But for someone who can afford the SB, there is enough of a gap to splurge on it. Especially if you run for a living 😂. So his comparison ending with, "I'd get the SB", makes sense to someone like me who doesn't have either one....but is going to buy the SB over the NB4.

[@macfin4862]

SHOE-TOUT could be a great weekly segment comparing things

[@FordyRuns]

Thanks for the ideas!!!

[@hfprepper]

Can anyone actually buy the Superblast anywhere? Its turned into the bloody "Unicorn of a Shoe", if you want one in a popular size!!

[@jameschaves5723]

It’s very simple: Mercedes vs. Bentley 🤣

[@drewwhittaker2549]

Huge missed opportunity to not use 'Shoe-t Out'.

[@FordyRuns]

Good shout

[@JaySizz]

If you're going to pick between two incredibly similar shoes, you're going to pick the $200 option over $140? hmm. I wish I had the same financial capacity to not give a shit about an extra $60. Most of us don't though.

[@JaySizz]

Not to mention the NB4 is going to be easily had for 20% off at major retailers during their frequent sales. So, it's a $112 shoe vs a Superblast for $180 with 10% off at Asics... that's how I'm looking at it.

[@AndrewSmith-gu3yf]

£200 + really 😮