Asics Superblast vs Asics Novablast 4 | We compare the brand's cushioned cruisers

The Novablast 4 sees some big changes from the previous version. The biggest of those is the new FF BLAST ECO PLUS foam that aims to provide a softer ride with more energy return when you want to pick up the pace. There’s also an updated shoe geometry that combines the trampoline-inspired midsole with a higher stack of midsole foam.
The Superblast is a daily training shoe that veers towards faster and longer efforts. The midsole combines FFBlast plus, the same foam found in the Novablast 3 and Magic Speed 2, and FF Blast Turbo, Asics speed-focussed cushioning used in the Metaspeed Sky +. That mix of materials aims to deliver a cushioned and responsive ride across a range of training sessions.
Tom and Nick have been testing the shoes out to see how they compare.
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00:00​​​​ - Intro
00:35 - Stats
01:00 - Design
02:08 - How’s The Fit?
03:25 - The Run Test
11:22 - Verdict
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[@Chunkyfunk01]

Biggest issue with the Superblast is finding them in stock in a colourway that doesn’t look awful 😅

[@dapitbullspike7261]

Haha same for me, all my size and favorite colour are out of stock

[@YoAustiee]

Same problem for me also, aquamarine color is out of stock right now 🙄

[@PeterMurrayj]

Just got sunset red 😅

[@karlbratby4349]

@@PeterMurrayj me to whoop whoop

[@brandongarcia4838]

Same 😂

[@Eddie-Spaghetti]

I’ve recently purchased the novablast 4 and they are one of my favourite shoes I’ve ever had 👍

[@chrisvarelabenitez4690]

How’s that forefoot cushion?

[@tomvermeulen8003]

Got the superblasts for christmas. It is really an amazing shoe. It is an absolute joy running in them.

[@motivationthreshold]

I have to say that the novablast 4 is an amazing update. I found myself yesterday thinking “is this pretty close to the superblast 🤔🤔🤔🤔”…that’s how much it’s improved. Superblast needs to be run hard to enjoy it. Otherwise just get the novablast..it’s pretty good now

[@chrisvarelabenitez4690]

Just bought a pair of the NB4. Almost at 400 miles in my SB. Amazing lineups.

[@winger9229]

What color

[@chrisvarelabenitez4690]

@@winger9229 Black color way with blueish midsole

[@Fozzee.1970]

How do you use them together? Cant you do everything in the Superblast?

[@zdruk1]

Im on my 2nd pair of super blasts. Love them.

[@too2810]

Did you notice any difference in the feel? I loved my first pair but my second pair the foam feels much stiffer

[@dbiscoc287]

Thanks for the review

[@NazSBG]

Ive had the Asics Novablast 4 for nearly 4 weeks and they are the best runners ive had. Ive always been an Asics man and I've usually gone with the Cumulus Gel series. Several weeks ago i decided on a change and ordered a pair of Hoka Clifton 8's. Im so glad Hoka do a 30 day trial and return. After wearing them 3 times i returned them. They were/are awful running shoes. They hurt my arches and the front of my feet ached. So, i went with the Novablast 4 and boy am i in running heaven. They are a brilliant shoe. Plenty of bounce but a decent amount of firmness also. Slow runs and fast tempo, they are ticking all boxes in the early weeks of running in them. Im currently training for my 5th Half Marathon which is in September. Hoping the Novablast carry me through to then. Im confident they will.

[@NikhilonYT]

Yes agree with everything but they run half a size big

[@NazSBG]

@@NikhilonYT I'm a size 11 and I have a size 11 ASICS Novablast 4 and they're fine. They fit true to size. But, all feet are different.

[@tdavis85]

nice review :)

[@MrWozzamills]

Superblast is a fantastic shoe, does anyone know where there is currently any stock available?

[@BelliSenior]

Been running in the NB3 for nearly 6 months now and thinking of getting new daily all rounders (long zone 2 runs, tempo runs and long runs) and am torn between the NB4 and Super Blast

[@i.p2088]

Superblast is amazing. Just wondering what they will do with V2 🎉?

[@lolykebrtwv]

Probably an upper update

[@jollyroger1009]

Probably ruin it.

[@Kjekkest]

New upper and new foam. FF Turbo+

[@purpleturtle2684]

the new colours look amazing too hopefully they come out asap

[@kevingilhooley2064]

Thanks for the review, but you failed to mention durability(Superblast spefically) as a lot of people have commented on other influencers channels that the outsole is poor,and they are basically goosed after 300 miles,which is not really good enough for a daily (super?) trainer at the heavy price they cosr.

[@mustafaalmusawi5126]

Which one is for an easy long runs over 1 hour with 6 min/km pace ?

[@icejam-xq5hj]

Disappointed in the Novablast V4. Was hoping that it would have that magic that V1 had.

[@stewartclanachan3439]

Is the superblast overkill for easy to faster 5 or 10k or is it that versatility that means it can do it all?

[@lolykebrtwv]

It can do it all really

[@leonchristensen1765]

Sounds like I need to try the superblasts. Good to hear someone else agrees the novablast 3s are an absolute dead zone. They just take all the fun out of a run by absorbing everything (including motivation) and giving back nothing. And I loved the 2s.

[@dylansamuels9247]

Yeah, I found that it lost all the responsiveness after about 100km's in. Was really disappointed which makes me so weary in wanting to try the Novablast 4's

[@b3dsign]

Amazing video, but I was wandering, when you say that superblast is great for marathon training, what we go for the marathon race day after train with superblast

[@reginaldgonzales]

Pro 3 or meta speed sky+

[@MrJhockley]

...and the glideride which is the economical daily trainer and marathon race shoe.

[@Fozzee.1970]

Glideride is discontinued.

[@gendij]

@@Fozzee.1970whaaat? 😢

[@kristof165]

​@@Fozzee.1970One running shoes tester said the GR4 is coming at the end of 2024. I hope so!

[@tdr5944]

I have a low arch but I want to get these shoes for the cushion. Should I still get it or go with a support shoe for my over pronation? Thanks

[@Marsubleu]

Bought the Superblast, but even after 80km I don't enjoy them. The shoe is very rigid, difficult to get a good lock-in at the heel and making my arch cramp a bit. Also feels clunky with this huge sole. Can't relate to the positive comments in the review.

[@itheus]

Is 150 pounds in hk. 10% off too if buy two pairs

[@pete801]

Superblast is a much better shoe.

[@Lucky-lp8do]

but then again during black friday sales you could’ve gotten novablast 3s for almost a third of the price

[@davidrosenthal5795]

@@Lucky-lp8doand? Running is cheap

[@dri1811ya]

Very hard to find around here (Indonesia)

[@ulipeterson6112]

But It's also much more expensive.

[@ihussain1011]

£135 vs. £195. They both are priced sensibly.

[@faithisallyouneed]

I bought a pair of the SB and they are SO stiff. After two runs, both of which ended with knee pain (not a usual problem), I think this whole category is out for me.

[@Addison737]

Why does Asics have the most hideous color options? Is a blind person designing them?

[@sdrahcir5054]

Color blind maybe

[@sdrahcir5054]

Fr tho if these companies would make these type of shoes in “lifestyle” friendly colorways, they would straight put most of Nike and whatever else out of business. You’d never see a Nike Dunk on feet again 😂

[@FatUglySadMan]

Novablast v1 was superb v2 v3 very boring. Superblast the best just can’t find it anywhere to buy in uk.

[@aliasgharkhoyee9501]

The outsoles in these don't have the best grip in wet conditions.

[@aliasgharkhoyee9501]

The Novoblast has MUCH better durability - important to consider when comparing them.

[@LHNguyens]

People online seems to say that superblast is more durable?

[@gidgiddoni9919]

I love love love my superblasts, just went out for a tempo run and knocked off 3 minutes 15 seconds off my 10k pb without necessarily trying. I ordered mine on Amazon and thought they were going to be red but they came bright pink, lol. I have a hoodie with pink and rock the superblasts with it. I’ve had compliments on the pink ones, I’m going to buy another pair. I love how I become 5’10’’ in them too, lol. The best shoe.

[@allenbrewer2737]

Not a fan of high stack cushy runners Was gifted the NB4 Gave them spin on a recent recovery day SOLD SOLD SOLD Disappointed wasn’t gifted them sooner Now if someone will gift me the SuperBlast

[@briansleepylee]

The Superblast is over 40mm in stack height.

[@shmu_el]

In my country I can get both the SB and the NB 3 50% off so the NB 4 is actually more expensive than the SB 😂

[@Kjekkest]

No, Superblast is not expensive. It is better than Novablast, and worth the cost. Novablast is cheap and should be more expensive

[@reynolds0088]

??? Why compare superblasts when they are no where to find & purchase??? World shortage. Are they making more??? P.S I live in New Zealand so just looking here an australia websites

[@jamisons2504]

The released new colorways in the UK and US in December

[@bartekzielinski1645]

Aus asics website may still have new colourway in most sizes. Rebel sport and Running Company stores likewise.

[@dakitey1995]

Pretty sure theres a new colourway on the aus website. It looks like crap but it'll still be good, glad i got the OG colourway!

[@FatUglySadMan]

@@jamisons2504sold out in nearly all sizes.

[@timothyo6122]

Is that a mensa sweatshirt your wearing? 😂😂😂😂

[@boubacar6807]

Fiiiiiiiirst!!!!!