HIT OR HYPE? - ASICS SUPERBLAST 2 - IS IT REALLY THAT GOOD? - EDDBUD

[@trevorhillier4041]

Couldn't get hold of a pair.great vid. The only person I trust the opinion of.

[@DeeDeeDanone]

Agreed I think Edd comes across as the most impartial KZbinr. Many great KZbinrs but you always suspect they are overly partial to Adidas or Saucony for eg. I never get that impression with Edd.

[@RAKZ493]

Edd is my go to guy for reviews too

[@garthcox4307]

Agreed. I saw a certain reviewer the other day who had previously criticised some NB shoes saying he'd got it wrong and they were great after all. I'm waiting for the NB jolly to come next week....£££.

[@Kru_ton18]

Running warehouse re-upped depending on size and more colors/preorders coming. Ended up buying second pair in black this week. Really digging them

[@chapchappington2475]

I love them, my favourite shoe along with Puma DN2.

[@scherry2900]

Feel the same. For me the DN2 feels more direct and quick. But SB2 is much better for extra long stuff. Love both.

[@128HH]

@@scherry2900 I have both but find that the SB2 bump me faster with the FF Turbo+ foam. Especially when I decrease my cadence and increase my stride length. For long run, the Puma DN2 almost not feeding back after 15km run, the rest milage is a struggle for me

[@justinuhler5168]

I’m a 192 lbs runner and I’ve put over 300 miles on my SP2 Paris in my training block for US JFK50. They’re still comfy, but they’ve lost a lot of their pop. Still, I’m a “heavy” runner and I’ll still use them for shorter recovery runs. I’ve got a fresh pair in black for the race. They’ve been an amazing and versatile shoe. Well worth the money.

[@markdyer2580]

Just retiring first pair of Superblast 1s to treadmill duty after 500 miles. Breaking out new pair of 1s that I bought and put away for Spring marathon training! Just bought Mizuno Neo Vista as well so currently not needing v2.... good job with availability issues!

[@Agathonstath]

I’ve got 800k in the Superblast 1 and also have the Superblast 2 now. Love them both, SB2 improvements have been excellent. Running my first marathon next July and will use them for my marathon training block. May even race in them as I’m not quite fast enough to benefit from a true racing super shoe. Might need another pair by the time the race comes around.

[@davidp1879]

Great shoe - great video! I agree with you. For me it’s now my go to long run shoe.

[@alb.1911]

I prefer the Brooks Hyperion Max 2 because of the lower stack.

[@elliegrimes7712]

I was sceptical, but picked up a pair in the purple mermaid colourway. It took a few runs for me to get the lacing on it right for me (I had to switch the funky never give up laces, to the plain pair also provided) as I got blisters on my first runs, but now it’s settled they’re amazing. Just very efficient. Almost too efficient as if I want to do an easy run I just go way too fast.

[@EDDBUD]

Glad it’s working out for you

[@Arki2019]

Prefer Boston 12, something about superblast that always feels off to me. The 2 did feel better than the 1 for the fit. Don’t get me wrong i think it’s a good shoe, I just don’t get that magic most people report.

[@sharkeyboe]

Took me a while to break them in, but when I did…oh boy 😍

[@scousertommy8220]

How long do they take to break in? I’ve done 55k so far. Tbh, I was thinking about reselling them, as my paces are 10-15 sec per km slower at the same hr/effort.

[@jerrydooley7551]

@@scousertommy8220Took me about 100k

[@jeanlee28]

Yes, I felt the same!

[@m1asma358]

iam still waiting tho

[@reeceanderson9293]

@@scousertommy8220 I had them and sent them back, to they feel slappy to you at slow pace?

[@dandeluca8450]

Amazing shoe! Fast, light & durable. Might even buy a second pair..

[@EDDBUD]

Good choice!

[@Wildbrooker4304]

Did a 36km peak marathon workout in mine, the next day I could jog like nothing had happened. That’s remarkable!

[@EDDBUD]

Superb midsole combo

[@neilcooper3882]

I love the original SB! They are so versatile, great for any run up to and including tempo/half marathon pace for me. They've lasted great as well - I'm 600+ km in, and they're better now than when they were brand new - so i think they're good value over the lifetime of the shoe despite the high purchase price. They're the only max cush shoe that has worked for me, I've really not got on with heavier, and to me, clunky shoes like the Nimbus 25 or NB More. Would definitely buy the SB2 if i could find a pair!

[@EDDBUD]

Glad you like them!

[@JohnBirtchetSharpe]

Our favorite version of the Christmas Carol , always on when prepping the festivities, even with our kids grown up and gone... then we have our own (die hard for me , the holidy for fi) and then back together for Love actually ..Scroodged (we were 80's teens ) and finally 'it's a wonderful life' on Christmas evening to keep the in laws happy after the kings spooch. 🎄

[@EDDBUD]

Love Scrooged too. Brilliant dark version!

[@eulogyforadream]

I love the Superblast 2. I used it for marathon training and for San Francisco Marathon (super hilly race that I wasn't going to "race"). I recommend it to all of my friends. My only issue is I don't love the upper in warm temperature. It absorbs moisture like a sponge

[@EDDBUD]

I think the v1 upper for wet weather was better as it didn’t take on any moisture

[@dhgpan]

I still use the first version and it never misses 🎉

[@PabloPerez-nd7se]

Have to say when I first got them I thought they were good but hyped. Then ran a half marathon in them. Looked after my feet really well, supported a really good and comfortable pace. Have been nursing them so they can get me through London Marathon block.

[@CarlosChaconCostaRica]

Although I believed there would not be a way to get a pair in the mythical Paris colorway, a local sports store in my country (Costa Rica!) suddenly stocked all sizes. They only had one pair in my size and I was not about to pass the chance. Glad I did not: these have felt great at all paces for me and for my level is almost a do-all shoe. Loving them!

[@rapssss]

My top running shoe at this moment. If I would need to pick one pair to do everything that would be this one. You can use them in summer and also in autumn/winter(with proper socks).

[@042766]

Edd-agree and I will be using them for multiple purposes for training for marathon coming up in April. I already have 350-400 miles on them and hope I can get them through to April. For their durability $200 is worth it and for the types of use they can do for anyone.

[@EDDBUD]

Superb training tool

[@victor-abel]

I needed your opinion about this shoe, thank you for the video Edd. cheers from Argentina

[@EDDBUD]

Happy to help!

[@ScrappyCoCo0]

Getting the NB5 when it launches in december but if I could find a pair I would definitely get the SB2 instead.

[@EDDBUD]

I think I should get to review it in the next week or so.

[@stevegilbert1023]

In full agreement. Always hit the crucial notes. At about 100k, my SB2s really started to sing. Before that, I wasn't sure what the hype was about, but it's true, this one just gets more fun. Great vid as always. 👌

[@plain-bagel]

Hmm I hope mine open up soon! I'm at 77 miles in my pair, and they feel like a slightly glorified Novablast to me.

[@dhgpan]

I am supporting the cause of Superblast domination 🎉

[@EDDBUD]

Super support much appreciated

[@jonjaulee1988]

Like some others in the comments, ASICS seems to be my brand - I am a beginner runner and have been steadily working my way round different shoes trying to find out which ones work best for me. The Nimbus 25 and Kayano 30 are firmly embedded into my routine now. I have just bought my first pair of Novablast 4s second hand and am looking forward to running in them. Maybe, just maybe, one day I’ll be able to try the Superblast… Thanks Edd as always!

[@Gubba806]

Unbelievable shoe. Ran an incredible time (for me) in the half in them when they were fresh and have 500ks on them already. Heavier runner and these are a great option for chewing up the miles saving the knees.

[@EDDBUD]

Seems to work for loads of different runner types too

[@ChairmanAntelope]

Muppets Christmas Carol is undisputedly the greatest Christmas film. Glad you recommended the full version - they cut out such an important scene!

[@EDDBUD]

That scene completes the film. It’s superb from start to finish. The little mice asking for the cheese gets me every time.

[@akapantsusenpai181]

I have two pairs of the original Superblast, which I wore in a few half marathons and my first marathon. I was fortunate to get the Superblast 2. I think they're better than the original due to the more comfortable upper and a tread doesn't that doesn't attract pebbles. Very light and very fast. I like to use them for longer tempo runs.

[@lucashillier]

Absolutely love mine and the first version too

[@Mumrik597]

Was going to buy a pair, but was unable to get any. Bought the Glycerin Max instead and I'm happy with those..u understand they are not really comparable, but i have other shoes that can go fast :)

[@EDDBUD]

@@Mumrik597 I like the max for easy stuff. Too much squash for me for longer distance and too heavy for that

[@Ian-oi2pe]

Just snagged a pair of the SB2's here in Sydney 🇦🇺 Had the SB1's this year too. Did many training miles in them and did both the Gold Coast and Sydney Marathons in them with no issues at all. Still many many miles left in these and will break out the SB2 next year. For now they are staying boxed.

[@EDDBUD]

Glad they are hitting the spot

[@Potomekopice]

Indeed. My Superblast 1 is still strong, but with little patience i was able to buy version 2 too, so i can consider myself as nobility class among runners 😅

[@matthiassventoest6800]

this is my long run shoe..., hands down. well I also like the ghost max 2 for intermediate to long runs too. it works for me. I know it won't work for every one. when the mint colorway comes out I will probably grab them

[@ultraslowrunner]

The Superblast really works for me for almost anything. Love it.

[@EDDBUD]

Glad to hear it!

[@mattpeters6224]

Still haven’t broken mine in completely. I currently like the Novablast better but it was the same thing, it took a bit to break in. Hoping for the best.

[@stumeads7116]

I managed to get a pair, and I’m still unsure after 155km. I use them for long runs and they’re fine for that, but when I try to pick up the pace I really notice them weighing me down. One of these days I will try wearing them at a parkrun as I see a few people using them for that, and see how that goes

[@nicholas5396]

First run in them i thought they were great and didn't know why people said they need a break in (6'2" 210 pounds) but then.... After every single run they got better and better. I don't know when it will diminish but it is truly a remarkable shoe. Its a no brainer for travel too! If you're away and know you'll need a workout shoe for easy days, threshold efforts, or long runs, this shoe can do all of them equally well. Glad I finally got to jump on the superblast bandwagon. Price is steep looking but the value is pretty amazing actually when you realize it can do the job of multiple shoes.

[@EDDBUD]

Few shoes really shine like this

[@dilkoko24]

As someone who has real sensitive feet when it comes to uppers and midfoot volume, I find the 2 way more comfortable for me than the first pair

[@scottwiggans6292]

Had 4 pairs of superblasts up to now and were I’m at is this it’s a good shoe but the limited stock makes you not want to get to attached in case the relationship end..and for that reason I looked for a alternative and I found that in the machine x2 I know it has a plate (not carbon)but it honestly is a better ride and overall more enjoyable shoe I got heel rub but got thicker socks and well the love ❤story has started

[@scottwiggans6292]

Ment Mach x2 (damn u spell checker) oh and it’s cheaper n more available

[@Djahmon]

Huge fan too, even though I'm 65 kgs. They're firm, light, responsive, stable, durable and good looking. Great for long runs, marathon training and even for tempo runs. I wouldn't use them for recovery and easy runs though, too firm for that. Overall I think they're good value. Competitors would do well to get some inspiration from SB2.

[@orionv75]

I have been a gel nimbus user since version 9. Last year as the costs kept going up I decided to give the Novablast 4 (at 2/3 of the price) a go and haven’t looked back. I think the Superblast tech trickles down to them. At £135 in the UK I will be purchasing the NB5 next month. The SB2’s are winking at me but the cost keeps me grounded!

[@adamsandford6556]

Managed to get a pair of the these, they are still in the box awaiting Manchester marathon block to start. Hoping these will see me through the whole block. Currently just ticking over in the Neo Vista which is just so comfy and soft.

[@jomelltan9296]

I’ve got mine because of the good reviews in youtube. But compared to my prime x strung v1 I still prefer the prime x as it is more nimble and lighter. I also prefer the softness of my invincible 3 for my recovery runs. But it is still good for my added shoes trainings.

[@EDDBUD]

Not sure I could use the primex for the easier stuff. Just too unstable for that

[@jomelltan9296]

@@EDDBUD I agree to that but tempo runs of more than 30k long my legs were not really sore and did not feel really exhausted with prime x strung. I’ve got used to the instability if I already passed 5k to 10k of my long runs. I’ve got my 50k run with prime x strung v1 with zone 3 heart rate pace. It more like easy relax pace. Still needs more testing of superblast 2. It seems it can reach more than 1000k of sb2 because of the durability.

[@fergusdenoon1255]

​@@EDDBUDI'm the opposite, stability shoes are pure hell for my foot strike, I can just run effortlessly and unhindered in the PrimeX at pretty much any running pace.

[@TheOption_C]

SB2 are the real deal. Versatile is the word that comes to mind. But what makes them the best is that they do everything very well. While not the ‘best’ in every category, they are well above average. So basically a fantastic ‘do anything’ shoe.

[@EDDBUD]

Super usable

[@phillipbailey5391]

Great video as always. What about sizing? Some folks went half a size down in SB1.

[@EDDBUD]

Half size down is the way to go

[@tompa.s]

This is a fantastic shoe - since I gotten it I basically use it for everything. Nothing can compete anymore. I even wore these on a half maraton today and I would race maratons in it.

[@michaelcaricoo]

Agree overall. I think one bugbear of mine is everyone wanting to compare things to the superblast. I saw a video from a larger channel wanting to compare the Novablast 5 to the Superblast. Not every shoe has to be the superblast, not every shoe should be a $200 training shoe.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah the nova is a daily thing. Nothing more

[@aveenmahabal]

I did my first run in them today. 8km. They feel firm, not as much bounce as Lightstrike Pro. They seem supportive, no bottoming out, and have the ability to run slow with a rolling cadence and can pick up the pace and give that forefoot support because they almost feel carbon plated. Seem as if its a one shoe collection that can do it all, and my other purchases were not required. I hope they soften as i use them. They are light, you forget about your feet and thoughts remain on the running only with these, they dont hinder you.

[@EDDBUD]

They do really soften up and come into their own

[@runbikerun8189]

This shoe is simply amazing! When I first took it out, I instantly thought there might be a carbon plate in there! I had to recheck the label! It feels that responsive! Great shoe!

[@EDDBUD]

Yes there is some good rigidity there

[@psgraphics05]

Liked and subscribed! I've been enjoying your shoe reviews recently.

[@larske1979]

Best running shoes iv used since i started running 4 years ago! They are so incredible versatile it's insane tbh.

[@TheNewOriginals450]

Another great review Edd! What do you mean though about "forgiving" and "saving your legs" as everyone seems to say they're quite hard? I have my first marathon next April and thinking of getting a pair in the new year for the long runs. Danke schon .

[@EDDBUD]

People forget that soft squashy puts strain on other bits of the body

[@BrandonEllis-k8x]

@@EDDBUDthis is the biggest thing I noticed, too (and maybe worth another mention in a vid about these higher stack shoes): I was initially surprised at how firm they felt compared to something like the newer Saucony Triumphs and was expecting it to hurt, but the Triumph 22 always left me feeling sore after my longer runs. The more-firm-yet-still-responsive foams like the FF Turbo+ end up “sharing the load” so to speak and keep you rolling, rather than just making you feel like you’re walking on clouds. After all, you probably wouldn’t want a squishy hiking pole for an ultra run :)

[@D_Silver_Runner]

Hit hit hit 🎉Had 3 pairs the version 1s and 2s are that little bit better. Can’t find anything comparing - they’re no1 baby. Just keep refreshing daily 😅

[@EDDBUD]

Yes it’s a top shoe. Nothing else close to its versatility.

[@j29jorge]

Didn’t go for the Superblast 2, but had 500k in the Superblast 1. It’s a good shoe, but I think it has to much hype. When picking up the pace I always felt that maybe I should took the endorphine speed, when slowing down the pace, I always felt i should took something like the 1080 or the triumph. For me, it stands in between my needs, not fulfilling any of those. For me the Triumph 20 or 21 do a better job, in terms of comfort, softness and responsiveness, so I bought some Triumphs on Vinted

[@9Bijo]

Definitely one of the best I've ever had,!

[@tomdecock840]

I was lucky to get hold of 2 pairs. One in the Paris colorway and one in the grey and minty color. I almost got 300 km on the Paris CW pair. (The other I'm savig for when these fall apart.) And they are still feeling really well. Sole is also still holding up fine. I know I'm covered for my 2 hour long runs until mid 2025 for sure. As I think I will get at least 600 km or even more out of one pair!

[@JohnnyLineham]

I agree with you for the most part. It took around 80 - 100k for it break in and start feeling good. Before that it felt like running empty milk cartons and I felt perplexed by the hype. Now I'm around 300k in and I enjoy them for my long runs especially if there is some threshold/marathon pace work. The downsides for me, is although it's light, it still a very big bulky shoe and on some terrain you really feel that. One of my long run routes includes some light trail, it's mostly fine on that but if you hit a rock or root it can easily fire you off awkwardly and because of the size of the foot print I find that happens more often than in a more normal size shoe. This last weekend I took it to my local park run and did a 20min 5km, it felt like that was it's pace limit there, it handled it, but felt I would have found it easier in something more nimble. On the up side tho, my feet always come out if feeling really good, never beaten up. I'm really on the fence on if I should get another pair once these wear out or not.

[@68JAYZEE]

Algorithm fighter! Love my superblast 2’s. Unlike any other shoe out there.

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for tuning in. Glad the sb2 is working for you

[@DeckardWill]

Interesting shoe but too expensive for me to justify. I've yet to find a suitable replacement for the Tempo Next - currently running in the Boston 12 and have them up to 200 miles, but really not enjoying them and just waiting until they've done enough miles to ditch them and move on. Nothing else I have found provides that "do it all" capability along with a high level of comfort, without feeling heavy or jarring. Loving the Streakfly, particularly as they are cheap, but they're low stack and simply wear out quickly.

[@MovedbyTruth]

This is one shoe I really want to try. Currently using the Gel Nimbus 26 and it’s fantastic. I’ve honestly had more success with ASICS than any other shoe brand (regarding running). Interesting that you mentioned PS5 Pro scalpers not making money off them. This is simply because the original PS5 launched with heavy covid restrictions which severely hindered their production and caused a chip shortage. PlayStation have been running at full steam for a while now, though, so even with the high sales the PS5 Pro is having (Sony reports very strong sales that are exceeding expectations), it shouldn’t go out of stock. Love your videos, by the way. I, myself, was always one of the “music people” throughout my life. Always seeking out new music, suggesting songs and albums to people, and hanging out with like-minded people, in that regard. It’s one of those hobbies where there’s always something new to discover and connect to. Whenever I’m in a drought, as far as finding great music I’ve never heard before goes, I just start searching different decades and branching out to different genes. It’s fun and rewarding.

[@macau.friend]

Still can’t convince myself to purchase a pair of daily trainer/long run shoe at that price point, but if I can find one at a discount, more than happy to grab it

[@flipside1974]

As a newer runner, I have to admit when I first got these shoes. I bought them because of the hype. The first few runs I was a bit disappointed. But after getting about 20 miles on these shoes, they turned into my favorite shoes I’ve ever run in.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah they take some break in then become monsters!

[@bradarnold7834]

I love mine. Best running shoe I own by a mile and I’ve bought a LOT of running shoes in the last couple years as I try to figure out what works for me. I wonder if one reason the secondary market isn’t selling well is because of fakes? I know Stock X inspects their shoes but I read about people getting pretty convincing looking Superblast 1 knock-offs from online resellers and it convinced me to just buy straight from Asics. I also can’t help but wonder if there are people out there who think the shoe is overhyped because they got fakes. Only reason I can imagine not liking them 😂 but hey, to each their own. We all have different feet and bodies. (and wallets)

[@EDDBUD]

Can’t believe they are super up on the sb over the Nike torrent of fakes

[@jameshayes6834]

Easily my shoe of the year. Just hit 500k in my Paris SB2's, still feel every bit as good as the first few K's. Also managed to get a pair of the cool grey ones when they came out,, being kept back for the time being. Randomly, ASICS had some pairs of the SB1's on their UK website yesterday available to buy!

[@fergusdenoon1255]

Ive been disappointed in the Glycerin Max, but give them credit where it's due, they're a great leg saver, I mean why beat yourself up on a 20 mile long run when you can do it in 10 miles 😅

[@EDDBUD]

I use those exclusively for recovery

[@kevlarslappywag7447]

Muppets Christmas Carol is a brilliant film! One of Michael Caine’s best performances, and a go-to Xmas film for me too

[@EDDBUD]

He’s a superb Scrooge!

[@beefcake4458]

As a bigger guy there was no break in period for me, I love mine but man they were hard to get ahold of, I wanted the Paris colourway but i had to get the new black and grey which is pretty nice looking

[@tinofmar]

I've run around 250km with the Superblast 2 and the thing I hate about them is the same thing that @BenIsRunning said in his review - all the other shoes that I have feel like shit 😅

[@EDDBUD]

I wouldn’t go that far 🤣 It’s a great very usable shoe. Which could take the places of 2 or 3 shoes in a rotation.

[@jerrychanhly]

Thought it was over hyped at first but after 50 miles, the hype is real. The shoe needs to be broken in.

[@bhky]

Thanks for the nice summary!

[@EDDBUD]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BenSpencer39]

We chatted about these on Strava Edd as you had done a run in them and I mentioned that I couldn’t find them anywhere. Luckily they released the new white colourway the day after and I secured a pair. Initially I was disappointed and 100% felt like they had been overhyped. Genuinely felt like I’d been conned. I had spent £200 on the firmest trainers I had ever run in. I was worried for my knees 😂 Just no responsiveness or energy return and they felt clunky. I was considering sending them back and spending the money on a pair of carbon racers, but I persevered. After 66 miles in them, they are a completely different shoe. They feel lighter, more responsive, more comfortable. I generally try to rotate the trainers I wear as much as possible but I keep reaching for them. Very happy. I finally understand the hype now. Great video and summary of how I feel about them too 👍

[@EDDBUD]

Bit like a guitar that doesn’t play well out the box. Just needs some working in

[@therunophil]

the price is actually quite good if you consider the earthcredits per mile ratio. My v1 is going strong at more than 700 km, v2 shows no sign of degradation, even at the admittedly high price I probably save quite a bit even compared to discounted shoes. And the value is fantastic, easy, speed, everything in between, it does it all, not the best in each category but certainly top tier. Oh no, you are right, it's not for extreme trails and also not a trackspike! But show me a shoe that comes even close in so many usecases.

[@AmBr-y3j]

Here's my review of the SB2: Better upper than the SB1, but slightly heavier, all in all, great shoe. 😉 It's a Yay 👍 for me.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah the upper is more foot hugging in the v2

[@TenRun81]

I feel like it took almost 100mi for mine to break in and soften up enough for me to find them soft enough for my liking. I run about a 10:15 / Mi pace for my long and slow runs and find the stiffness is a little too much at this pace and feels much better in the low 9 to low 8 min pace for me.

[@EDDBUD]

Mine are nicely tendorised

[@P3rd3n2]

Love this shoe. Got 3 pairs of them😅 Using it for a variety of different runs and ran the Frankfurt marathon in them. I was only scared once at the start of the Cardiff half when it was a bit wet on the road and either the front/back half of the rubber sole was very slippery. But fortunately no issues during rain or wet parts on the roads

[@danielsevell5732]

Save some pairs for the rest of us 😢😢😢

[@SparkesIsRunning]

Ah you're the reason I can't get hold of any!!!!!

[@BrandonEllis-k8x]

175 lbs runner here - I’ve lucked out and have 2 pairs myself, having bought #2 when my first pair was around 350 miles and I was worried I was going to be hitting their end of life in the near future. But, that first pair is coming up on 600 miles and honestly I can’t tell much difference underfoot between them and the newer pair (which are currently around 150 miles now). I just did a 3:30 marathon in the newer pair last weekend and they took great care of my legs all the way through.

[@willydiaz1417]

I have the Paris color way and the white!!! Don’t tell the missus but it’s my favorite lol

[@willydiaz1417]

I also have last year’s version love em

[@arongpisontnakul5145]

Thank you for your detail review

[@SteevWho]

Alright, you’ve never done me wrong. I’m going to grab a pair.

[@EDDBUD]

🤣👍🏼

[@russreinger4130]

I'll be very interested in your thoughts comparing the new novablast 5 to this shoe, especially seeing as nova blast is only $140

[@EDDBUD]

Think I may get a pair from asics v soon

[@stevenmackenzie8492]

I had hyped up the original asics superblast and it disappointed me massively. I suffered them about a year and once I found a good sale price I bought the novablast 4 and found the mizuno wave flash 2 on sale for 80. Both massively better than the original superblast and the mizuno flash 2 I would go as far to say the best running shoe I have wore to date, hugely impressed with this.

[@burntorangehorn]

I got these and the Mach 6 at the same time, and the Mach feels flat and almost lifeless by comparison. I'm debating returning the Mach 6 and just rotating these with my trusty Ride 17.

[@miguelsilva7128]

Use them in 30 k tempo run, first 2 8 m strides felt wierd, super bouncier and a litlle tight but in the last 10 k it started to pick up. Super confurtable. It Will be the long distance Shoe for me

[@jamiemegson5291]

ASICS need to get some more in production- they would easily clear the stock as there are loads of runners (me included) desperate to get their hands on them, especially with Xmas around the corner. It might be good business sense not to overproduce an expensive shoe but when shoes get the ‘hype’ treatment they always sell- thinking about the vaporfly, alphafly, original endorphin speed etc. Ed, give asics a nudge will you? 😂

[@EDDBUD]

More elves perhaps?

[@NellyMin-e6d]

I'm now thinking I should give asics another chance? everyone seems to love SB2. I had a bad experience with nimbus25 and had written off asics but ...

[@gregprevite8548]

Just looking at these make we want to do more road running

[@CorGP]

I think this shoe works well for heavier and more powerful runners.

[@aqme32]

Hey thanks a lot for the video ! As a benchmark instead of the Glycerin Max what about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 ?

[@EDDBUD]

The speed 4 isn’t a bad shout. Though not close to the stack and protection

[@0herbier0]

Hey edd, thanks for the video. I had a question regarding the upper. As compared to the verison 1 is it more comfortable? I always struggled with the lockdown in Superblast 1. I have about 400 miles in them so I wanted to upgrade. Is the upper more accommodating?

[@EDDBUD]

Better upper. More foot hugging. Though a half size down is preferable.

[@Scotty.Lincoln]

Superblast v1 or v2 for easy/daily steady long runs Speed V4 for Uptempo/ marathon workout long run Endorphin elite/pro, metaspeed Paris edge or sky, or alphafly v3 for speed session and race day All you need 😂

[@thetruth9974]

Thank you for your video. At least one running enthusiast on KZbin felt that the Superblast 2 felt hard on landings, clunky and too stiff. What do you think? I am frustrated with Asics policy regarding availability of their running shoes as they are creating a fabricated shortage of some shoes. Also, the range of colourways for Superblast 1 and Nimbus 25 were much more exciting and vibrant than those offered by Superblast 2 and Nimbus 26. It almost felt as if Asics recruited a boring new designer to create the newer versions.

[@EDDBUD]

The sb2 has had some good colours. Still time for more

[@fastrax1949]

Thanks Eddbud. Interesting as always. Ref. AVAILABILITY, we had the UK Sales manager and our sales rep in here at The Complete Runner Ilkley on Friday. They were showing us shoes available from June 2025. So we will order 6 months in advance. The "top" neutral shoe being offered to us is the NIMBUS. The top support shoe being KAYANO. So despite having an Asics account for 40 years we cannot even buy the Superblast or Meta models. Are we bothered? Not really. I'm happy at the moment with a price ceiling of £180. Restricted access to this model means I guess the majority of purchases will be online and that means a great number of runners who need support will IMHO be buying the wrong shoe. So often we have runners coming in complaining of injury having clearly bought the wrong shoe for them online. SHOE? No matter what the durometer of the foam is at 47 mms heel stack there is surely stability issues for l for many and if used for racing near 300 gms is surely on the top side? . When racing at best (2.25 marathon) I would be looking for a shoe at nearer 200gms. CHRISTMAS? Clearly what is out there now in any make , any model is what there is this: unless it is an VERY late arriving Autumn/ Winter season model coming in OR more like a very early Spring Summer model being made available in December. EC0? We were told that the waste from sugar cane production is used in the manufacture of such models! Terry Lonergan MD Complete Runner/ Fastrax Running

[@EDDBUD]

Bizarre stance on the sb.

[@Lukas-md8fp]

Hoka mach x2 is better for bit faster paces runs, Brooks Hyperion max 2 is a way smoother ride, Brooks glycerin max is better for long runs, BUT, and it's big but, my legs feel so much fresher the next day after running in the superblast 2. I can do a half marathon in them, and do it again the next day without my legs or the shoe feeling dead. I think that is it's biggest strength

[@irepresentthepeople]

mine are in the mail i can't wait. have v1 at 300KM and they're just butter now. the shoe community has to stop talking about the price it makes us sound out of touch with reality. Let's just think about this, top quality, top durability, top non plate performance and hard to find not to mention the fact that the shoe is made by a company not in all the major bad vibes of today. Why would any product not price themselves accordingly, look at all the claims it can make over the market. At least four times the foam that zoomx is! Zoomx dies in months and lightstrikepro is great but not as fun as the superblast combination. blah blah buy the superblast any version. feels like owning a high quality tools that you can count on. Don't wait just buy them this is the sign you've been waiting lol

[@PatrickSweatnRun]

Thanks for the great video 👏

[@EDDBUD]

Much appreciated 👍🏼

[@TomCantu-q2x]

I see almost 200 comments after 13 hours of this video being released. That alone says loads about how popular the Superblast is. I missed out on the SB1 because I hesitated several times on pulling the trigger mostly because of the $200 price tag. I didn’t make that mistake with the SB2. It’s certainly a shoe that most runners should have in their arsenal. The amount of miles this shoe can sustain along with the versatility brings the cost per mile down in the end. Love the SB2.

[@EDDBUD]

Struggling to reply to all! The v2 is a real improvement on what was a top shoe

[@Run_forklift_run]

I thought it was going to be a joke. And yet it's the only shoe I've ran in since I've got them 😅😅😅

[@EDDBUD]

It’s really usable. Thats why it’s so good

[@jboggs80]

I gave them 80+ miles and had to return them. Painful on my right big toe, Achilles problems on my left leg, and always felt like I got beat up after a run in them. Switched the the NB SC trainer 3 and remedied all of that. Different shoes for different folks.

[@alexkhan2000]

I, for one - as a certified running shoe geek and connoisseur, believe the Superblast 2 is worth the hype. For me, it has been the most enjoyable running shoe since the Prime X Strung v1. The SB2 doesn't have the PXS's amazing propulsive bounce and initial "wow factor", but it's one of those shoes that really grows on you once you realize how versatile it is and how you could use it for virtually any type of run on road/pavement. And, yes, the SB2 does feel and ride better with more miles. I thought it felt great out of the box but now that I've just hit 100 miles on my white/grey pair, I've noticed a bit of softening with more bounce and responsiveness. I skipped the OG SB because I felt it wouldn't measure up to the PXS and I was kind of put off by reports of how firm it was out of the box and the amount of break-in time needed. The less-than-attractive colorways, lack of availability, reports of below-average traction, and coarse upper also made me decide that I can wait for v2. When I saw that v2 has all the minor yet significant tweaks to the upper, midsole, and outsole, I decided that time has finally come for me to get on the Superblast bandwagon and, man, am I glad I did. In the US, I haven't had any issues getting the SB2. I now have three pairs (Paris, white/grey, and black for the upcoming rainy season in SoCal) and I just ordered another pair. I'll be hoarding the SB2 as I have with the PXS. I run 70~80 miles per week and I run purely for the enjoyment of it. I'm not chasing PBs or have any structured blocks of training that I follow although I do mix up my runs and also run the trails a lot. The SB2 allows me to go out and do a 15~20 mile run at various paces and enjoy every second of it. I just can't say that for any other shoe I can think of and I have many. The only contender for me is the Neo Vista and, to me, it's a distant second as it's a little too soft and bouncy for maintaining a consistent pace over the long runs. Is the SB2 worth the hype? It is depending on who you are as a runner and what you seek out of a running shoe. It can feel firm to some - especially if one is a heel striker. It can feel clunky with the bulk of the midsole. It doesn't do any one thing extremely well. Its propulsion doesn't wow you like the PXS, Cielo X1, and Alphafly 3 or most carbon-plated race supershoes. For strictly easy/recovery types of runs, there are other better options like the Glycerin Max, MagMax Nitro, and More v5. There are more nimble and lower cost daily trainers like the SL2 and Rebel v4. The Takumi Sen and Metaspeed Edge/Sky Paris are better for speed workouts and intervals. All this said, the SB2 can still do all of the above at least competently and handle very long (15~20+ miles) distances consistently and very proficiently. For me, yes, it's worth the hype as it is that one "goldilocks" running shoe that I'll keep and use if someone put a gun to my head and said I can only keep one. Haha. Of course, that would never happen, but it's the one shoe I'd wear and take on a short weekend trip somewhere. Feels and looks great for casual wear and walking. It's what I took with me along with the Neo Vista on a month-long business/personal trip to Asia recently. Shoe of the year for me and possibly GOAT.

[@matthanna1980]

Better even than the Prime X for you?! Must be great. (I've just managed to get hold of a pair of SB1 but have broken a rib, so no running for a few weeks... very frustrating).

[@alexkhan2000]

@@matthanna1980 I wouldn't say the SB2 is "better" than PXSv1 at what the PXS is best at, which is long tempo/threshold types of runs. I don't think the propulsion and bounce of the PXS is matched by any other super trainer and matched by only a few of the latest race shoes like the Alphafly 3. I just find the SB2 better for all types of runs and the excellent stability is a big factor. I can go at moderate to easy paces with the SB2 and it still feels good and the footing is really solid and stable, which I don't find it to be the case with the PXS. I haven't had stability issues with the PXS but I do have to pay attention more on how I land and when turning corners or going downhill. It just isn't a daily trainer type of shoe. The SB2 isn't as much "fun" as the PXS, but it's still a fun and bouncy shoe that can be exciting when picking up the pace. The SB2's strength is really its versatility and how good it is at a variety of runs and paces.

[@matthanna1980]

@alexkhan2000 thanks for your detailed viewpoint. I also find the Prime X a little unstable (I only have the OG though), and it has a fiddly upper, but other than that, they're an extremely entertaining shoe to run in. I've only walked around in my SB (again, OG version), but hope to take them out later this week. Which would you recommend for a moderately-paced long run? This is the area that they appear to overlap the most.

[@alexkhan2000]

@@matthanna1980 I'd recommend the SB (1 or 2 although I haven't tried 1) as it's quite stable compared to the Prime X (haven't tried the OG either) for moderate to easy paced runs. The SB's midsole does take some time to break in, especially the OG versions. I thought the SB2 felt great out of the box.

[@karlbratby4349]

It’s just clever marketing that makes the hype, drop small amounts, put in hands of influencers, make it very hard to get and muggles will do pretty much anything to get a pair… I like mine but today for instance used my Boston’s 12’s for a workout run and boy do I love that shoe, the B12 is imho equally as versatile. We are spoilt right now with all the great shoes available and some suit people better than others we all have different flippers on the end of our bodies 🎉🎉

[@EDDBUD]

The Boston 12 is a top shoe. Hope they don’t change it too much.