Asics Superblast 2 | Full Review

Thomas and Meaghan review the Asics Superblast 2, a max cushion super trainer featuring a Flytefoam Turbo Plus midsole with a Flytefoam Blast Plus Eco bottom layer, ASICSGRIP outsole, and a reengineered mesh upper. Available now for $200.
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[@botrytis_cinerea]

You are just cool guys. Meghan's laugh at the end made my day. Now I can't stop laughing...

[@cali_scruff1697]

930 miles in my sb1’s. Still feel great 💯

[@colehorton74]

I received my pair this week and took them out for a first run. This review is 100% spot on. Perfect update. Upper is more comfy than v1, outsole grip is noticeably better, and the updated foam is an improved experience. Worth every penny!

[@AlbieDay]

I have 3x pairs of Superblast 1s ..... 430mi, 330mi and 80mi, and the 400+ pair still feel fantastic. I will definitely be sticking a pair of 2s in rotation.

[@watcharakulworasarn]

If 400+ still feels good why do you need 3 pairs?

[@teewaikay]

@@watcharakulworasarn it's just that good. I have two pairs myself and really want my hands on the v2 now!

[@pepessz32]

@@watcharakulworasarnit is That Good. If I got more money, I would've got another pair really. Just in case.

[@itsahardmuttlife9263]

Yeah, I have three pairs as well and I don’t see the point in v2. Not that much of a difference like Thomas said.

[@brainkale]

Meaghan casually saying "logging 40 miles IN HALF A WEEK", what an inspiration

[@Vincent-io2iy]

@supwell has entered the chat

[@prwnrdy]

@@Vincent-io2iythat’s like one third of a week for him lol 😂

[@luisfernandes2522]

Well Its her job to do so she kind has to any way

[@sidoirm]

Hate her🙄

[@carostenfeldt]

I have over 850 miles in v1 (because they have been sold out in my size forever…) They still feel great! Never been able to put that many miles on any shoe!

[@Owski87]

Thanks Thomas for explaining the size issue, I feel like I ordered the right size this morning :)

[@michaelcaricoo]

I didn't. Oops

[@botrytis_cinerea]

Hope it will work. I have Superblast in UK size 8 and it is a bit too roomy. I was thinking to size down this time with the SB 2 although I might stick to size 8 then.

[@Owski87]

I received mine already and fortunately they have a few millimeters less space at the front than last year's Asics Nimbus in the same size

[@andrewharper4296]

I ordered a size 9 UK from Japan and although they were a little roomy, my concern more than anything was I had some heel rub, my fear was I was moving around in the shoe to much. However over time I think the shoe has started to flex more and I’ve had no issues since. I also have very minor Morton’s in my right foot and I’m always very aware now of making sure I’m in a shoe that allows my toes to splay more. I used to run in snug fitting shoes and my gut feeling is that was partly the cause of the condition. I’m hoping the v2 is similar and will have some toe box room.

[@mateuszdrazczyk9909]

@@Owski87what size did you have nimbus and what superblast?

[@tomdecock840]

Ordered mine this morning. I can't wait to try em out 😊

[@LancePeterman]

Appreciate the confirmation. Could never get my hands on SB1, pre-ordered this blind. Can't wait to get it.

[@LukaMagic-hg3dk]

I bought these shoes and used them for the first time in a race the very next day. I broke them in during the race, and they were bouncy, responsive, and propulsive. They can handle both slow and easy runs. I tried them on a 32km race, and throughout the run, I felt protected. They supported my high arch well during the entire race. Even when I encountered uneven terrain, including unmetalled roads (also known as gravel roads or dirt roads), they felt protective. The bounce protected my legs, calves, and other parts of my legs.

[@Jarrod723]

400 miles on my Superblast and still going. Best shoe ever. Great job, Asics, not messing up a great shoe, unlike some other brands (looking at you, Saucony Speed).

[@ron4sc]

I loved the SB1s, so take my money, Asics!

[@theinconsequentialrunner]

That's what I did 😂 and it's brilliant.

[@eulogyforadream]

I preordered a pair. I'm likely going to use it for San Francisco Marathon. It seems like a better option then the Metaspeed Sky Paris. If I'm not fully racing a marathon because of hills.

[@michaelhaney1357]

I wore the original last year at Berlin and Chicago. Worked great since I was chilling with the marathons being only 2 weeks apart.

[@irunovermountains]

Adding decent grip is enough to make it a 2.0 for me. That’s the only thing I didn’t like - I couldn’t use it on wet days

[@gendij]

I almost jumped when Meaghan said it has same rubber with Asics trail shoes. Can’t wait to get my hands on SB2

[@davidwilkinson9792]

Got mine on Monday and 70km in. A little clunky/not as cruisy as the Nimbus at 5min/km and slower, and not as fast/snappy/propulsive as a plated shoe for tempo/+ pace, but sooo much more forgiving. The toe box is reasonably accommodating, but they are not particularly wide in the midfoot. Early days, but I think it's going to be the best shoe I've worn for longer tempo runs, progressive runs, and longer Z2 runs with intervals - doesn't feel like there's much tradeoff between pace and cruisy comfort. I'll choose this every time if I'm in 2 minds about whether to put on a fast shoe or a daily.

[@Manuel-901]

Europe= €220. Like to Meaghan and Thomas. Happy friday.

[@michaelcaricoo]

Superblast Paris+ 2, the sequel

[@xanderalcaide2826]

I'll wait for the other colorways.

[@Powellcon_]

Waiting for these to release in Canada so I can buy some!

[@tieloo8842]

yep, nothing new for us! getting left behind as usual 😖

[@andrewcollier3495]

I've been using Superblast 1 for my Marathon training, and I was even thinking of running the race in it. Such a great shoe 👌

[@andrewharper4296]

I think that the thing about this shoe. People mention the price, but it’s genuinely a "do-it-all" shoe. I’m running in a pair of V1’s now and rather than dig out a pair race shoes for the Great North Run I’m considering using the Superblast so I’m comfortable on the day. Also because the race is so busy that a race shoe is kinda wasted. Lol😂

[@10stephenrose]

I’ve just bought a pair, I’m used to running in novoblast 3/4, hoping to be impressed. Will update 😅

[@Marsubleu]

Will give it another try. The outsole seems much better. And it sounds like an improved midsole and upper too, so worth trying.

[@bigchief2331]

I am usually US12.5 but I ordered US13 , looking forward to it. Most expensive shoe I ever bought ..

[@silvermandavid]

3pm on release day. Sold out everywhere.

[@andrewharper4296]

Yeah, I’m going to leave it a few months and see what happens. I live in the UK, had to get my previous pair from Japan because they were non-existent in the UK. Will probably be the same for V2.

[@johnmichaelrobles1760]

Found some Adidas Strung 2 on sale (same price as of the SB2). In terms of shoe width who's wider? Also, what would you recommend between the 2? I'm a heavy slow runner 90kg at around 6:30-7 min/k.

[@ivartheboneless1456]

Just picked it up at fleet feet have not run yet but I love the SB 1st edition too.

[@TheHutchRuns]

These shoes are so durable that I reckon I've still got a year in my V.1 so I'll wait for V.3 🤣🤣

[@Yardieboss]

Really skeptical of that new upper. Really like the motionwrap and the race day feel it has. This daily trainer upper looks that it might be super hot especially on a warm summer day, I guess I’ll have to wait and find out myself

[@DHarbajan]

When will the other colorways be dropping?

[@korpharm]

Asics Australia has two new colours launching 30/8/2024. White/Cool Grey and Bold Magenta/Pink Glo are what’s listed.

[@Believeintherun]

September

[@Kaisersozze]

It's already sold out on the Asics US website! Sounds like the perfect update, like they listed to all the reviews and comments online. Just hope the foam doesn't die before 500km and it will be perfect.

[@marnovandermeulen6503]

I've got about 1000km on my Superblasts, I think it is partly due to the durability of the FFTurbo. Do you think FFTurbo+ will last as long, seeing as it doesn't need "breaking in"?

[@snowwalker9999]

Ordering mine I hope the sizing is fixed 😊

[@garethevans2499]

Got to 600 miles in the OG, it's a value for money purchase

[@Deenocon]

Lehhhhhsgo, mine just shipped today!

[@NazSBG]

Are the Superblast 2 really much different to the Novablast 4? Are they worth paying out the extra £60+ pounds??

[@bluesque9687]

Megan is a marathon miles monster! She chews up miles like I chew gums! Thomas is the coolest guy ever!

[@gordonclay4498]

Already sold out in my size 11 everywhere online. Such a bummer. Hope Asics releases more supply soon, as my original Superblasts are getting a bit long in the tooth. Why didn’t they learn from their supply issues with the first version??

[@chucky1golf]

Will find out soon if its a beast 🏃🤞

[@Phantom-ks2pv]

And how does cushion feel relative to ultraboost

[@bradrichards3472]

Ah man I hope the size isn’t too dissimilar to V1 ordered half size down again 😂🤦‍♂️

[@Fozzee.1970]

More true to size.

[@bradrichards3472]

@@Fozzee.1970 typical 🤦‍♂️

[@frankiew1922]

Still wondering if I’ll like the shoe

[@brent__earl]

Any idea when they'll be available again and in more colors? Early/late September?

[@Jaded_Prodigy3]

Great video

[@faba6753]

How does this foam compare to the ZOOM X foam of the Invincible run 3 by Nike? Both comfort and performance wise?

[@Fozzee.1970]

Zoom x much softer. And less bounce.

[@theinconsequentialrunner]

I think this version is very close. I've the SB1 and SB2 and Invincible 1, 2 and 3, and think that the closest pairing is the SB2 to the Invincible 3, and I'd choose the SB2 over it.

[@check2000]

Invincible 2 were my favorites, read that the SB2 come very close when it comes to soft sole, bounce. Will now tomorrow when they arrive 😁

[@jaspeeerj]

@@check2000how does the SB2 compare to the Invincible 2? I’m also a huge fan of the Invincible 2 (went through three pairs) so am keen to hear your thoughts :)

[@bedillar]

Glad I pre-ordered a pair... can't wait for them to cone in.

[@wiggan54]

Cant help to notice that Meg's shoe is still tied and Tomas is not. I remember them talking about her habit of not untying her shoes. 😂

[@agostinocoppola4619]

Between this and the Rebel V4, which one would you recommend for daily easy to moderate miles? Thank you in advance

[@Believeintherun]

This

[@malpix87]

Superblast2 or skyward? If you can pick only one for your training

[@Believeintherun]

Superblast is lighter and more versatile

[@donofthedead2972]

i have the first ones , i dont think they are worth full price and dont know why they re always sold out

[@lavondrius3233]

preordered mine last week still waiting 😭

[@hypersigil]

Waiting for this to be released in Canada. I'm normally a 10.5 or 11 for running shoes, but for the Novablast 3, I am a size 10. Anyone have an idea how the Superblast 2 relates in sizing to the NB3?

[@philipppuchner1115]

same

[@hypersigil]

​@@philipppuchner1115 I bought a 10 and a 10.5 to compare. As I mentioned, I'm usually a 10.5 or even 11 in other brands, but was a 10 for Novablast 3. The situation with the SB2 is not as clear. The 10 was definitely much smaller than the NB3 10 -- mostly in the width. It was too narrow for me. It's also less long, but here not by a huge amount. The 10.5 SB2 is maybe slightly too long for me, but is just about right in the width. I ran 2 15+ km runs with it laced normally but felt it too loose around the heel and entrance. Did heel lock for the next two longish runs, and it's been solid and comfortable like that. It's a good shoe for packing on the distance -- unlike others I've tried in this field, it doesn't start perfect and then bottom out or feel gross after 10km.

[@szymonwaszczynski663]

Would it be a good choice for flatfooter eith wide foot,?

[@Believeintherun]

Not that wide

[@Phantom-ks2pv]

Is it great for walking

[@Believeintherun]

There would be better choices for walking. Lighter and more hollow feeling than Ultraboost

[@gundamzaku214]

Meaghan doesn't even look excited, not hating, just kinda funny, regarding the "most anticipated" shoe of 2024 hehe. keep up the great work!!!

[@Mar2Legit]

Now go tell asics to release more of them.....and I mean A LOT MORE 😂😂😂😂

[@Believeintherun]

September

[@Mar2Legit]

@@Believeintherunjust found them online a few hours after I commented. Im stocked!

[@bsmoov7]

It’s still a 2. Most shoes’ updates aren’t significant every year. Slight change to the upper/aesthetics usually. Like Nimbus 25 to 26

[@toi3213]

Any upgrade to “shoe of the year” is an upgrade. Why change something if is not broke?

[@johnatnip9516]

what watch is she wearing?

[@Believeintherun]

Coros Apex

[@user-xd3iz5mr8i]

Between two shoes of supertrainers... superblast vs endorphin speed

[@ivartheboneless1456]

Oh no up a few ounces I hope you don’t miss your next PR

[@Believeintherun]

Not even a few. A few 10ths

[@edwinduisburg8138]

First version was a total nightmare for me. Couldn't pick up the pace due to clunky midsole geometry it was okay at slower pace but you could get a 100$ cheaper shoe to do the same job. It's far from do it all shoe tbh.

[@Fozzee.1970]

I loved them when new but as they broke in they became unstable and the foam inconsistent for me. Hated the upper too. I love the foam in my Edge Paris so hoping these will be better.

[@JohnnyLineham]

I've just got the SB2, only done one 8km run in them so very early days, 7km easy and 1km at tempo.... they felt soo weird, easy pace just felt horrible, and tempo felt hard work. I hope I can get used to them and get some value from them. I feel like I've been sucked in my internet hype.

[@check2000]

@@JohnnyLineham any update?

[@JohnnyLineham]

@@check2000 I've done about 40km in now. They feel better, for me there is either a break-in period or a period of getting used to them - could be both, and I think I'm still in that period. I did an 18km rolling hill long run and they were good, but nothing too different to my Novablast 4s. I did one tempo run and again they were fine... but I can really feel the high stack, they felt quite clumsy and became hard work towards the end - they felt overly soft in the forefoot and not giving me much back. I'm a forefoot striker and that might be the difference here, I'm tall and lean too.

[@jakehardy5997]

Man $200 💀

[@jp05598]

Anyone ever tell you your profile pic looks like the gigachad meme? 💀

[@jakehardy5997]

@@jp05598 haha you’re the first person to say that. Everyone says I look like Mr beast

[@theinconsequentialrunner]

High cost perhaps, but great value definitely.

[@RogerEndicott-lm3tv]

Same price as original now with updates. Did you expect the price to decrease?

[@feriggs1356]

No wide no size 14 I guess new balance continues to get my money

[@karmaforgotme]

Same and I run mostly in Novablast, but I am moving to the SC Trainer v3 and the new Balos from New Balance. Done with ASICS until the Novablast 5 comes out (and I am not sure I will come back for that).

[@Fozzee.1970]

Bet they are gutted 😉 ​@@karmaforgotme

[@tim723]

I feel your frustration. Asics shoes fit me fantastic IF THEY COME IN WIDE…Come on Asics BE MORE INCLUSIVE 😖

[@ivartheboneless1456]

Love your channel just not a fan of talking about weight of shoes unless your running in Olympics don’t think it matters to the people watching your channel but may I am wrong which I have been know to be.

[@lukepaulson3428]

It’s a shoe review man. Are you suggesting they don’t discuss the specs of the shoe?!

[@luisrauldefreitas]

NB Revel V4 = same but a lot cheaper

[@philipppuchner1115]

too wide and soft

[@kevinstearns32]

ASICS release of this shoe was unacceptable. They had a “pre-order” earlier in the week while announcing it’ll be released on July 5th. July 5th roles around and the shoe is completely sold out. So ridiculous. Now the running warehouse website says that colorway won’t be back in stock until September.

[@michaelcaricoo]

Just FYI. September is when the next three colors come out, this color is gone after this

[@kevinstearns32]

@@michaelcaricoo even worse!

[@MrDbtx]

@@michaelcaricoodo we know what the other 3 colors are going to be?

[@user-sx7tr6lb9c]

@@MrDbtx i belive so yes has been posted on reddit i seen, pretty sure its a pink/purple cw white and grey cw and black with white logo cw

[@TheManolastra]

Asics, give us bigger sizes! Do better!

[@jmbaug1229]

🫠🥰😍🫠😉😊

[@bigshotz1240]

I’m still salty of the fact that I was the only one who defended the OG on its release.

[@TheValonquar]

Overhyped

[@philipppuchner1115]

bs

[@levilei1887]

First

[@JaySizz]

They sure did make a beautiful shoe ugly.

[@RogerEndicott-lm3tv]

Disagree

[@edlorenz1552]

“Most anticipated shoe of 2024”???? Um

[@Believeintherun]

What’s yours?

[@edlorenz1552]

@@Believeintherun I don’t make shoe reviews on KZbin so I don’t anticipate any. I just buy whatever is available. But I’m definitely not anticipating any trainer shoe.

[@emceenz]

I feel like it's a pretty fair statement, the SB1 was super popular, and based on the amount of posts, comments and discussion surrounding the SB2, it's definitely a widely anticipated shoe regardless of what you personally get excited for. I'd say these and the Alphafly 3's have been the most anticipated shoe releases of 2024 so far right?

[@Believeintherun]

@@edlorenz1552 our audience has been asking for release information for months. The pre-sale sold out almost as fast as an AlphaFLY. From what we can tell the shoe is highly anticipated. We review a lot of shoes and the buzz around this one has been the most of any model except the AlphaFLY. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@edlorenz1552]

@@Believeintherun well then you need to do a better job of educating your viewers because if they are getting excited about a $200 + training shoe, then something is wrong. Maybe you guys are just great salespeople??The market is saturated with other less expensive training shoes that do the exact same thing. Honestly, where is the value in this shoe?

[@KoolnJ]

How am I not supposed to buy this man 🫠