ASICS Superblast After 100 Miles

[@philortman8139]

When you have a shared bank account with your wife and come home with another fresh set of kicks: "This is a pair of shoes I bought with MY OWN money..."

[@kofuzi]

my wife's eyebrows always raise whenever she hears me do a disclosure

[@davidlynch9049]

Secret separate shoe account and a second side line to pay for the addition.

[@ricardojoseriverajustinian741]

Bro, I subscribed with the Pegasus 36 video, since that, all your videos touch that special spot between emotions and inspiration like NOBODY ELSE. All your marathon vids make me cry. Thanks for that!

[@seanwise7464]

Value is different for each person- If it is that unicorn shoe and just works really well for someone that gets you out the door and keeps you excited about running without issues then price is worth it I think, regardless of what technology or the lack of it. I only have 20 miles in superblast and they are growing on me - they are expensive but so far I don’t feel I wasted money as I think I will be grabbing and using these much more often than my other similar priced plated shoes.

[@roberttaylor8514]

Mike, surprised you didn't mention the Triumph 20 as companion to the Pro?After watching your review of the Prime X Strung and Prime X have been trying to snag a shoe in my size... thinking it may be the unicorn long run shoe 👟

[@kyle_massa]

the commitment to journalistic integrity and stone-cold realism with which you approach running shoe comparisons is on another level 😮 keep up the good work Ko!!

[@kofuzi]

I appreciate that. 🙏 I won’t claim to be a journalist, but I strive to navigate the space in a way that feels right to me. And even if I fly too close to the sun, I’ll always let you all know what’s up.

[@jono2154]

I agree, thank you!

[@johanpettersson-evers5367]

This is the type of content that makes you the best in "the game". Refreshingly transparent and with great knowledge. I've been following pretty much all the big running related vlogs recent years and your channel is imo the only one that's been consistent in terms of quality. Really like the way you approach the running industry and how you operate between the consumers and the brands. Appreciate your work sir! 🙏

[@kofuzi]

Thank you 🙏

[@stevestarr9769]

As I commented on one of Emily's reviews, we are approaching the point where $200 will be the standard for a serious running shoe. And that's nuts.

[@dvdpfstr1971]

When/if that becomes the standard, I will perpetually be buying year old models of shoes when new models come out. No way I would pay $220 for this shoe.

[@tigerjazz61]

I agree. I am a new runner and am struggling to keep up with the latest and greatest! Is there a ceiling in sight?

[@kofuzi]

even before everything else in the world starting getting more expensive, running shoes were already increasing in prices. I'm not sure where this goes.

[@tonybowen455]

@@kofuzi I've been out of the loop. Didn't know there's $300 shoes now with the adidas prime x. Last year's models are still cheap at least.

[@QronoZ713]

At least there's no problem at all finding great running shoes at 30-50% off. But I agree the prices are crazy!

[@McFearless80]

Your disclosures are always welcome and I appreciate the extra details of this one. We appreciate how you attempt to be transparent in the midst of a fairly complicated (but also amazing) relationship with a company.

[@nycbram]

Completely agree!

[@christophermyers9427]

This was a great review

[@Anthony-yd2we]

From what I understand the FTC has tried to make requirements for social media influencers to disclose this information. I don’t know what the consequences are really, but still Kofuzi is one of the good ones. There is another popular running KZbinr who puts no disclosures at all, for example.

[@tk98jd]

I think it would be safe to assume that when social media influencers talk about a product without any disclosures, they are being compensated (or comp’d the product at a minimum).

[@HaoLu-rr4xs]

I bought a pair of Superblast at the very first morning that Asics put them on the shelf. First of all, I'm satisfied with Superblast. I have ran 3 times with Superblast, 6k easy run, 15k distance run and 30min treadmill run. Superblast is quite comfortable and stable when going up and down, lightweight and breathable. However, I'm afraid it's not quite friendly for people with narrow feet and low instep, like me, I'll recommend thick socks to them. Another surprise to me is that I got a little injury and haven't run more than 10km for about 2 months. I ran 15km on Sunday but I didn't feel uncomfortable or tiredness on Monday.

[@ShoeFinderMan]

Shoes are getting more expensive these days and as consumers we hate that. However I dont know why people are complaining and pointing fingers at you for sharing informative videos. I'm a big fan of you and i really like your honest reviews. It doesnt mean i always agree with you but in most cases I do. Definitely superblast is expensive but who knows it will be on sale just like prime x strung soon after. So keep up the good work and dont get too irrated from others comments especially among the jealous ones

[@shotafujii2756]

Thanks for the helpful review! Based on my conversations (in Tokyo, where Superblast has yet to be released), a lot of people who already have Novablast 3 seem to be wondering if the Superblast is different enough to add to rotation, or if this is more like an ~USD 80 upgrade that can help perform faster and maybe longer (?). Personally, I am considering getting one of them initially for longer, easy/slow runs, and it sounds like the Novablasts would be a better fit. Anyway, just my “2 yen” and appreciate the insight!

[@oliverleahy505]

Great review. I just did the Dublin marathon in them. If you want a really fast AND comfortable shoe that will not destroy your calves and achilles - then I recommend them. what is most noticeable in them is that you recover from your long runs so much quicker and therefore you can train harder in the week. Dont let the price put you off as the gains outweigh it.

[@daleyvb]

Have your tried the Asics metaspeed sky+ I'm torn between the 2. As I'm a relatively new runner. Had my first half marathon past sunday

[@Xtratwink]

Maybe a bit late but i own the metaspeed edge paris and superblast and i use edge for speedwork/race day and superblast for everything else, the superblast is amazing even for easy pace

[@daleyvb]

@@Xtratwink i got the superblast a month ago! Great shoes!! I also got the adios pro 3 instead of the metaspeed!

[@martinbergmann7478]

Loved this review ! Great extended disclosures 😋… But more important the honest and balanced review including comparison ! 💪🏻 rocking ! Wish u always good health .

[@kofuzi]

I'm glad someone appreciates the disclosures

[@martinbergmann7478]

@@kofuzi :P

[@bakoorvos]

I have been watching many of your videos. I love how you try to be as honest as possible regarding a possible biased perception. And then when you do a review, I can see an honest attempt at being as unbiased as possible. Keep up the good work.

[@kofuzi]

Thank you

[@sethmaas1958]

Wow this was one year ago and is still incredibly helpful. Looking for some new long run shoes soon and this was by far the most helpful video I've watched so far

[@luisrazormax2861]

Have you picked any shoes in your mind?

[@eulogyforadream]

Great review as always. It would be fair to mention Adidas sales. They regularly have 30-40% off almost everything. I regret not picking up the Prime X Strung for $140 in early December.

[@jmbaug1229]

Next Sunday is my birthday 🎂 I will be buying this Asics Superblast and wear them in my first race 🙃🥰🤩 Thank you for all your content and inspiration 🙏🏻 ❤ from London J.

[@macau.friend]

Hmm... I bought a pair of Next % 2 for USD 137 couple months ago and was so super happy. Since then, I’ve decided to only buy discounted running shoes going forward. Don’t care who makes them. No more shoes over 200 bucks for me.

[@fireman3857]

I love my Adidas prime x strung, it's my daily commuter running to work and back. It just makes running easy. Stairs, overpass, underpass, frost, rain, wet leaves, no problem.

[@roberttaylor8514]

If only they had one available in multiple sizes 🙄... cannot wait to try it...bought it once but need to size down one entire size

[@therunophil]

hands down the best review of the superblast, love the format comparing use cases with the competitors, for me especially with the SC trainer as I love it for long runs.

[@jeffsapida4838]

Great video and appreciate the cost comparisons across brands. Regarding the Nike Tempo Next%, I’m probably in the minority that liked this shoe. After all the early poor reviews I was skeptical and only gave them a try while killing time at a Nike store. I would argue don’t knock them until you’ve actually given them an honest try.

[@kofuzi]

that's definitely good advice. and yet, I can't get myself to try them

[@toxiczombie6319]

I found an Alphafly at a Nike outlet on the refurb rack. The outsole had zero wear on it and there was a minimal scuff on the side. It was the only one on the rack and it was in my size for only $83. I never had an easier decision in my life on whether or not to buy a pair of shoes

[@aviswabharat]

Sorry, @kofuzi doesn't care about Nike anymore, he doesn't even compare these to new versions of Nike shoes.

[@davidrosenthal5795]

@@aviswabharat most in the industry hate Nike. Nike treats people like garbage including their retailers which is a big part of why very few Run Shops do well with Nike. Also race shoes aside, Nike is trash.

[@aviswabharat]

@@davidrosenthal5795 I am not trying to defend or promote nike here. I do not know about retailer treatment but as a consumer, Nike has an amazing return policy, which is good in enough for me. As per non-race shoe, Nike has very good shoes aprt from the racers, like peg39 or the invincibles.

[@etbrown94]

@@aviswabharat he literally compared the shoes to the Nikes 😂

[@traversewalks5270]

@@aviswabharat i dont understand how he doesnt like nike. He should have a disclosure on his bias

[@jimcooke7147]

Thanks Mike, these are helpful & very well produced. Shoe Co's are collectively mezmerizing us into paying more & more, so I appreciate that you appreciate that almost all of us have a budget and we try and get the best benefit to our spending and joy of running & racing, thanks again.

[@FordyRuns]

This is why we love you … honest and transparent and very insightful 👊 it’s the wrong price 100% 🤦‍♂️ great review as always I’m loving it after a friend of mine told me how to use it 😜

[@davidlynch9049]

I have both Prime X Strung and now the SuperBlast. One comparison you didn't mention was the Strung has carbon rods, while the SuperBlast doesn't. I am an Asics guy, so shelled out for SuperBlast. I like it for a long run shoe. I wouldn't use it for anything else. Not a race shoe for me. I think if Asics priced it at $200 or below and sold it (Asics marketing has usually sucked, and they have improved, although the intro of this shoe wasn't great). Thanks for the comparisons. A very good and detailed video as always. I appreciate your honesty.

[@kofuzi]

I also didn't mention that the Prime X Strung also has a heel plate or a second layer of carbon in the energy blades. The point is not the tech but the result of the tech. But I think you've reached the result that I think I lot of people who like racing with carbon would reach.

[@scottwoodcock2779]

I'm eager to know what the running community makes of these new marathon trainers. Sometimes I want to run distances not too far off of the half marathon mark, but find that a daily trainer tends to be a little uncomfortable after around 15K. However, with raceday shoes, I feel you need to be on your toes so to speak, in order to feel the comfort that they provide at their intended pace, and sometimes you can run yourself out of that distance and end up calling it short. Would you say these new marathon trainers are a good balance between the two? A must have?

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

@@scottwoodcock2779 I too tend to feel it around 12 miles and more on LR’s when I don’t have enough support or cushion in a shoe. However, re: being on your toes, we older runners who exert the same effort but at a slower pace are not running on our toes-rather (ideally) midfoot, but 99.9% of runners do heel strike when they’re tired and/or running slow enough. Even the Kenyans. Likewise in the late miles of a marathon for we mortals. I’d love to know if the SuperBlast is better or worse for this scenario of LR’s at least, compared to say my NB 1080’s or the NovaBlast 3. Feedback welcome

[@simonecarniglia4870]

What is the best between the Prime X and the Superblast for long runs with blocks at MP or even faster?

[@seekingUltraNick]

Love this review so much, dude! I can’t think of a better way to spend 18 minutes to say a shoe is overpriced. Maybe. Great points all around. I’ve enjoyed the Speed 3 and Carbon X2 this year. Maybe try ASICS for Grandma’s next summer…

[@kofuzi]

In my defense, the first half of the video is a 100 mile review that does not mention price once (except obliquely to say that the upper isn’t my favorite given the price). And the first thing that I say when I get to pricing is that I think it should be about 11 or 12% cheaper.

[@kofuzi]

So it didn’t exactly take me 18 minutes to make my point

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

@@kofuzi 11-12% cheaper is only a tad over half the discount I get from Milestone Running in SD. I can’t emphasize enough what loyalty to an independent running store can earn.

[@jungtao]

I like the “ is it overpriced” section of the video. Great vid KO

[@kofuzi]

I just want to be a game show host

[@charliesalazar3119]

I recently run a half on the Boston 11 because I use to run my long runs in them. I regret that decision since at my half marathon pace, the Boston 11 are HARD. I'm looking at other brands outside the Adidas' and the Nikes. Asics is definitely a brand that I want to try more, I currently only own the Novablast 3 which I've enjoyed so dar. I might give Superblast a try for my next half or perhaps the MetaSpeeds

[@jimoconnor8597]

Prime X is gonna last forever. I have 125 miles on one of my pairs and you can barely tell they have been run in. $150 for the Strung version for me was the best buy I got in 2022. PS My daughter bought me a pair of the Zoom Fly 5 at the Nike outlet for $41US. She got ripped off! 🤣

[@chu88y1]

I have had mine for 6 months. Running once or twice a week. They feel great. I normally burn shoes out where they feel spongy after a few months. They are worth twice as much.

[@ericletasse5129]

Nice review and comparisons. I’m glad you’re up front about the brands. Unpopular opinion: I think sauconys lineup is overpriced (perhaps most brands). As for the ASICS superblast, it looks great. I’m still in the camp that asks does one really need a $200+ trainer when something like the ASICS noosa tri 14 works just as well for $130. Sure, the noosa doesn’t have the same foam, but I still can run 20 miles in it and the next day 11 miles in a different shoe. The new foams are great, but they are no substitute for strength training, decent diet, training, and sleep. If you get 700+ miles in this shoe then $220 doesn’t seem so bad.

[@KoIhara]

Or Glideride. Lots of alternatives even within Asics lineup. Or SC Trainer if softer Fuelcell foam works for you. I’m guessing Kofuzi has a healthy relationship with Asics since he’s about the only reviewer who goes as far as making price justification videos for them.

[@benjaminbarretto8744]

Was just on vacation in Japan and picked up a pair from Asics flagship store in Tokyo for 20,000 JPY ($142 USD) so I’m pretty excited to start running in these.

[@kofuzi]

Nice souvenir

[@wilfredo-teyrosalesfotos]

Great video Cuz and love the “Overpriced “ part to really make sense between brands on a similar level shoe. 🤜🏾🤛🏻!

[@kofuzi]

I usually dislike talking about price (prices changes all the time, and different regions can have wildly different pricing and availability). but based on the comments in the first Superblast video I made, I felt like it really needed to be addressed.

[@TheHutchRuns]

Just bought my first pair Kofuzi, I'm in the lucky position to be able to buy the shoes I want and, with my running club discount, got these for £176 in the UK. Excited to try them out and use them as a companion to my (many) carbon plated race shoes!

[@jmcgovern9633]

In my rotation for a year now (320+ miles) and feels like there’s a few miles left in them. Ordered my 2nd pair, cheers to another year.

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

This is a brilliant and original way to do a shoe comparison. You’ve managed to not make simple price the focus but rather used it as a unique way to avoid “just another shoe comparison” 😊I did try the SuperBlast at the CIM Expo and was impressed. I already have the Edge+ which I enjoyed for the HM relay, and have the Saucony Pro3 in a box with BOS in mind. If I bought the SuperBlast I’d be wanting to use it on my LR’s-which are going to include MP miles. I’m a midfoot striker (not as forward as you) but get wear in the same rear lateral spots first. I’m sure I heel strike when tired. Wondering if these would be good for this use case. About to break out my 1st NovaBlast ever, v.3. BTW, aren’t the laces on the SuperBlast instantly long? Also, did the “scratchy” upper material fray your socks?

[@kevinclark5086]

After a lot of back and forth I've just picked the superblast up for £160 from kellarsports. I was considering the prime x strung which I could of got for £150. I'm hoping not having a plate will be a game changer for me as my feet do fatigue on longer runs. But finding the superblast at £160 was the deciding factor as I wouldn't of paid the £220 it is at most places. Thanks for the review on helping me with my choice.

[@iambrent]

This video has aged well, especially now with the Superblast price dropping $20 and the masses embracing it as the ultimate super daily trainer.

[@CropCultureBox]

The Novablast 3 has set an extremely high bar for me, I’m having a hard time imagining myself running in anything else right now to be honest. It’s just so versatile and comfortable - I own 4 pairs, got my wife 2 pairs and even got my son a pair (very fortunate ASICS has such a great Veterans Discount)! Thank you for your honest review, as always, Mike.

[@kofuzi]

I bought a kids version for my older daughter, but that version does not have FF Blast + (or any version of flytefoam, unfortunately)

[@jahjahsavewi6185]

G.O.A.T THIS IS THE BEST RUNNING SHOES IN THE WORLD ASICS YOU ARE CROWN THE KING FOR 2023 CHEERS!!!

[@micdavey]

Nice overview and I agree the price would be nicer at sub-200, but three cheers for inflation 👎. I've been super impressed with the Novablast 3 and the Metaspeed Edge, mashing the two together sounds amazing. Think I'll wait for spring and then get the Superblast as a nice birthday present!

[@Feanaro5503]

You can let Adidas know I bought the Takumi Sen 8 after watching your most recent video on it. It’s super weird they don’t treat you nicely!

[@elmerj.tena.]

Bought mine and will arrive today, can’t wait to try them. AND also uses Nike Winflo 7 for the last 2 yrs 😂 But it has given me some PR so yeah. 5km at 23:46 and 10k at 51:51. I haven’t had any long runs. All short distances and will try a 15km easy run tomorrow evening 😊

[@jmac13131]

$220 seems fair considering you could buy the Novablast 3 and Glideride 3 to do the same type workouts and they would cost $290 combined.

[@kuriosites]

The SC Trainer v2 looks like it will be a much more versatile shoe so I'm looking forward to seeing comparisons between that and the Superblast.

[@kofuzi]

what I hope from the SC Trainer 2 is that if feels more cushioned in the forefoot

[@kuriosites]

@@kofuzi As a forefoot striker, you probably notice that a lot.

[@dapapunaratra5185]

really appreciate your effort in comparing those shoes. great work!

[@Richdevens4]

I bought cheap running shoes once, kept them too long, and got plantar fasciitis. Never again. These shoes are not for fashion, these are equipment designed to prevent injury. I've been running on Gel Kayano for years but am considering a shoe with more cushion, so this video was interesting, thank you.

[@joefaifer]

I think the comparison to the Vaporfly is spot on. I've been lucky to consistently find the next % for the $175 price point in my size over the last year. At that value, I'd stick with the Vaporfly. BUT. If the Superblast was discounted to $175, or even $180 I would probably consider it. I do love the fact that it does not have a plate. My belief is this shoe is going to challenge other companies with their future designs and modifications. 😎

[@kenpfaff5451]

I really enjoyed the use case price analysis, it was something that I have not seen before. I personally think all the shoes you compared are overpriced but that's just my cheap side talking.

[@kofuzi]

there's certainly an argument to be made for that (that they may be all overpriced, not that you are cheap)

[@kenpfaff5451]

@@kofuzi My problem may be that my first pair of Addias I bought was in 1971 for I think $17 and the boxes were still in German.

[@bettinapoulos7891]

Seriously great review .. all the questions I had were answered. Thank you Ko!!!!

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@ciluburkhardt5763]

I love Hoka Carbon x3! I prefer them when I run 21km, tempo running. My personal record (I am 49 years old) is one hour and 34 minutes, with Hoka Carbon x3. What I actually wanted to say is the price of Hoka Carbon x3, here in Germany, I paid 90 euros from SportScheck. I'm a customer and I got some discounts.

[@rahelwijeyekoon9403]

I think one important point you forgot to touch on that hugely impacts value is durability. I personally have no intention of ever spending >$200 for a running shoe, but I think the Superblast would be the obvious choice for this use case (long run and marathon training companion) for anyone looking to spend ~$200 due to the much greater durability of FF Blast and FF Blast+ relative to ZoomX, Fuelcell, Hoka's EVA, and to a lesser extent Lightstrike Pro. I think that consideration puts the Superblast in much closer contention with the Alpha and Vaporfly even if those two are bought on sale, as the Superblast will probably provide MANY more solid miles before the midsole dies out. I agree that the two Nike options would be the better choice for someone who wants to race and train in the same shoe, though, provided they have deep pockets and are okay with dropping $200 very frequently.

[@kofuzi]

I didn’t forget. I can only hold people’s attention for so long, and the video was 18 minutes already. But that’s something I love about comments is that it allows us to extend the conversation beyond the video

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

I have to agree because with Saucony’s I wear through that same spot on the lateral rear touchdown point (Ko-the one you mention where you get wear, too) when the rest of the shoe is still like new. It starts as early as 50-75 mi and by 150-170 mi on the R shoe the Pebax midsole is naked on the edge. Saucony has even sent me replacement shoes. But I’m going to steer away from the brand because of this, although I have a pair of the Endo Pro3 designated for Boston if they pass the LR test. I hope that outsole material is stronger bc I know they changed it. Maybe Saucony’s make me supinate just enough more. This has happened with the Ride and every pair of Speeds I’ve had including the RunShield. NB, adidas (of course), Brooks and Asics do not have as ridiculously short lifespan in that place.

[@TolunayOrkun]

@@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183 I started to use ShoeGoo to build up the wearing part of the heel, especially on my expensive shoes. I apply 2-3 layers and allow them to cure about 12 hrs before another layer. After 2-4 runs the ShoeGoo wears off and I reapply it. It is a little bit of work but when the rest of the shoe is in top shape a little work saves a lot of money.

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

@@TolunayOrkun I bought and tried Shoe Goo and used it exactly as directed and you describe, but it came off within a few miles, not over 2-3 runs. Rather, I found a place while visiting Boulder where they can patch running shoe outsoles with something more durable (it’s a very small patch). However, the valley I live in has no shoe repair and Boulder is far away. If we move to a more urban area I plan to find a good shoe repair which can do this.

[@TolunayOrkun]

@@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183 Sometimes the goo does not hold well in the wear area. Extending the application area, a bit bigger helps. Maybe you also need to apply a bit ticker layers. I use a wooden ice-cream stick (clean and dry) Also make sure the area of application is also clean (wash it with a brush) and dry completely. Another alternative you can try is Gorillla Tape which is a very strong ahesive tape with fabric in it. Cutting the tape in the required shape is actually quite difficult. It is very sticky and strong. They sell it at Home Depot and similar places (probably on Amazon as well) I did use this under my Alphafly v1 in my last marathon. It reduced the wear but did not last the whole 26 miles. There was a small hole in the tape at the end of the marathon but definitely reduced the wear. Still, it is an option. I will also explore the installation of real durable rubber when the strip is gone on my Alphafly. I cannot get myself throw out the shoe just because a particular area is wearing out. It will continue to be a great training shoe.

[@kerry_runs]

Alphafly v1 is a great value indeed if you can find it. Endorphin Speed v2 also merits consideration for value.

[@chrisvarelabenitez4690]

Thankfully I bought a second pair of the AF1. My first pair is my go to for tempos and intervals. 130 miles going strong. While the other one has 20 miles!

[@johnwardlaw6204]

Bit late on this one but as I live in Japan, just snagged a pair of Superblasts for ¥22000 which is about $157 today with exchange rate. Pretty stoked on that one.

[@kofuzi]

Nice

[@nacklim]

In Thailand, I got a super blast around 156$ after discount. So I think after I watch your video its kind of make sense to run in super blast 💥

[@kofuzi]

nice

[@LilMacXC]

Nova blast 2 is my favorite shoe ever I love it and I have bought 3 of them

[@kofuzi]

Have you tried version 3? That is my favorite novablast so far

[@LilMacXC]

@@kofuzi I think I will when my 3rd pair of 2s get old

[@jean-phil]

I think Nike Tempo Next deserves a bit more love ... I own 30+ shoes and they are my favorites .. only drawback imho is that they feel best at fast paces so they are not the best for slower runs

[@kofuzi]

There are a handful of people who love that shoe, like you and also Ben Parkes. But it's a small fraternity. Most people, even alphfly lovers, didn't seem to enjoy it.

[@camapel]

@@kofuzi Yeah i have a pair and always can't wait to lace them up. They are a fantastic shoe, they're just so springy for a training companion and are so much fun to run in. -Alpha Kappa Tempo

[@kit7579]

I love the tempo next and I never land on my heel with react but only the forefoot. It propels me stronger than the alphafly 1. I actually like the react on heel for walking for warming up before and cooling down after a run.

[@jean-phil]

I think they are probably a good fit for a specific kind of "gate cycle" (long strides) and I must say when it gets under 0c, they are not that great because they get stiffer and they are so breathable, my feet are freezing. But I have tried pretty much every popular running shoe and during summer, they are fire at fast pace ;) I feel there is nothing that delivers as much energy back as nike air pods

[@camapel]

@@jean-phil totally with you there. These mf’ers get coldddd. But tempos are one of the few shoes I’ve had a euphoric moment running in. Like I was almost through a 10k tempo run at like 6:00 min mile and I remember I was just able to feel every single aspect of my stride and idk how to explain it but it was such an incredible feeling.

[@cwillfrommd]

I got prime x and adios pro 3 for $120 each with fast responder discount. The perk of servicing my community ❤

[@kofuzi]

Nice

[@tigerfan3905]

Been a die hard vaporfly 2, but I have fallen in love with the Superblast. Rolls great, toenails are doing much better, and always surprised with my pace.

[@DanielPosdata]

But is not a legal stack why get used to it !

[@tigerfan3905]

@Dansar57 Cause I run for fun, and love shoes.

[@fabsterun]

Great video made it all the way ! I think I will skip this shoe however my shoe of the year fall in this category I think. The Puma Deviate nitro 2

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@potblack7951]

Very good review…everything I wanted to know…thank you!👊

[@kofuzi]

thanks for the feedback!

[@042766]

I agree - Great review. Was using the 1st and 2nd versions of the Invincible Run but the 3rd version did not work for me and just got these for $170.

[@kalvin.]

I agree with all but the SC Trainer as 180 felt like the most appropriate price for this shoe, maybe 185 just like the Nb’s. I got my SC Trainers on BF for 50% at my local running store, and obviously for $90, it can’t really be beat but even at full price if I already have a race day shoe, the Superblast doesn’t make much sense for the price.

[@brianlin4044]

Thanks for sharing, dude! But yeah these shoes getting expensive..

[@daniels7719]

I already have novablast 4. Is that worth to buy superblast?? What do you think? Wanna hear your opinion. Very great review BTW, Thanks!

[@TheOption_C]

Fully agree with your assessment

[@kofuzi]

and i, yours

[@steevie76]

Joshua: Shall we play a game Kofuzi: “Is it overpriced?”

[@kofuzi]

I really wanted to find either a Spanish Flea sound byte I could use or a sound effect from Price is Right.

[@bigshotz1240]

I’ve used it and it is such a great shoe. 220 is high but I can tell you this would have been perfect at 180-200

[@kofuzi]

the exact middle between Novablast 3 and Metaspeed Sky Plus is $195.

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

I’m making this comment ad nauseum, but if you have a local independent running store, find out if they have a club discount. You may end up exactly in that price range, while supporting such businesses.

[@wonkydonkey7899]

The pricing is way below retail if people use ASICS occupational discount, which gives you 50% and 30% off of this shoe respectively.

[@magnusskold9134]

I love my Superblast! At the moment I’m in that state that I want to use it for every run so I need to “force” myself to rotate between my shoes 😊 And thank you for mentioning the issues with rocks getting stuck. Most reviewers skip this part and for me that are running a lot on gravel this is very important. For example Glideride 3 and Endorphin Pro 3 is almost impossible to use due to all the rock collecting. With that being said, I actually have less issues with Superblast than those mentioned, but I don’t have that many miles in Superblast yet.

[@christopherbrand5360]

I love how you describe your relationship with Adidas 😂

[@kofuzi]

love unrequited

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

@@kofuzi A real testament to your honesty is that you review, love and praise many adidas shoes despite their cool treatment of you as a prominent shoe-tuber

[@tianl98765]

nice review and comparisons, i wish you would also compare it against the Novablast 3 though.

[@thomasbraun6603]

Well done analysis. At the end of the day, it remains subjective based on your goals. I chose the New Balance SC Trainer because I prefer a long distance cruiser, prioritizing comfort. It's also great at slower and recovery paces. In that sense, what is better?

[@kofuzi]

yeah, if you change the question, the analysis changes. I'd probably pick the More v4 honestly, but the SC Trainer would win between SC Trainer vs Superblast in your scenario presented.

[@thomasbraun6603]

@kofuzi I actually have the more v4 too. They definitely overlap in use.

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

I tried on the More4 twice, with long slow runs in mind and can’t put my finger on why I disliked it. Is it because I’m so light and petite that it feels like way too much shoe even though it’s light in weight?

[@thomasbraun6603]

@Lev and Martha Polyakin-Aarons it's possible. I love the more v4 for recovery runs but prefer the slightly firmer but bouncy SC Trainer for long runs. If you are looking for soft and squishy but the more is too more, try the Novablast 3.

[@ksteege]

Interesting way to compare - I cant make the comparison but I have loved the SC trainer (probably my favorite shoe of 2022) I find myself reaching for it all the time so its hard for me to feel that anything could make it feel overpriced especially compared to a $220 shoe. Howevere I find myself often feeling similar to you on reviews so I may have to give this a go. I am curious if you saw Ginger Runner's comparison between the Superblast and the Novablast 3 as well

[@elberthiggins6667]

When Nike "air" first appeared in the late 1970's it was the Tailwind which I got to try on in a shopping mall type store. It was "retailing" for about $100 dollars which was fairly astronomical then so I passed. But I scored a pair at a running specialty store which had been "returned" for around 50 and I soon found out why. The Tailwind was the worst designed show ever, a rigid footplate with a small air pad under the heel. KInd of narrow, the designer must have been a canoe inthusiast. I bailed quickly, can't remember what happen to the shoes, but my knees are still factory made which would not be the case if I'd continued with the "Tailwind." Anyway, Mr. Kofuzi, I as a lifetime runner I think that you have the best job in the world.

[@derektith8843]

Brother!! Amazing videos!

[@kofuzi]

Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@joyaclub]

I remember those early days when Nike even gave you some commemorative gold (?) plated shoes. Hopefully they weren’t upset with you expressing concerns during the Salazar scandal. Regardless, keep on staying true to yourself.

[@bjarnerost2002]

I would definitely not pay 40 bucks more for the Superblast. SC Trainer has the better value in my opinion. It seems to be similar to the Superblast and has a Carbon Plate. Winner for me

[@kofuzi]

I'm the opposite, but I think the two shoes are designed for two very different types of footstrike.

[@jameswestmoreland9717]

Hard price comparison when paying full price which shoe reviewers have to do to stay ahead of the game( not run testers though). $180 for prime x is a bargain (my price). Like the price/value comparisons. Do more of these please.

[@markoljustina]

i try them in store today and they seem very good

[@matthewedwards4238]

I’m wondering if people who are a fan of this channel enjoy trying a lot of different shoes in a year. With the price >200 for a non plated shoe, it makes it hard for people to try out. If you just want 1 pair of shoes and that’s it? This is probably a good choice.

[@kofuzi]

If you want one and only one shoe, Novablast 3 (or Mafate 4 if you’re a trail person)

[@3Dovetails]

Saucony Endorphin Pro 3, because of it versatility across paces, may be its own training partner.

[@kofuzi]

A lot of people use it a lot of ways, indeed

[@mooncat0025]

Kofuzi never misses, thank you for another great review, I will definitely consider these shoes as a next everyday trainer.

[@kofuzi]

thank you for the support

[@JB-hq9yj]

They dropped the price down to $200 since this video came out. I think I saw someone else say they got 40% med discount. I get the same for veteran discount they also do the same for teachers and a ton of other occupations. ASICS is the best in the game for service discounts and Superblast at $120 is a no brainer.

[@kofuzi]

I think the price change was a good move

[@m.ch4rmaland3r10]

For price and sale, depending on region and time, vaporfly and alphafly are my choice over superblast. However I would pick a non plate shoe for training rather a plate for race day. Too much plated running weekly is not suited for my mechanics. I had too much injury from the past. I think if you comparing rrp many shoe are over price. I am certainly not a rep person. Time will tell when distributor discounts this to reflect market price expectation.

[@Formerly-known-as-Steve]

I’m taking them for my long run tomorrow :-) looking forward to it.

[@kofuzi]

hope you have a great run!

[@nb889]

Excellent content! Looking forward to get the Superblast - Greetings from Argentina 👋

[@teeramate]

Prime X Strung was $150 for 2 weeks on Adidas website

[@kofuzi]

I feel like it was an error, as it now shows that the shoe is no longer eligible for discounts or promos

[@aayusharora2459]

@@kofuzi it was black Friday sale

[@teeramate]

@@kofuzi It's part of black friday deal on adidas website & It's all sold out because of that price. My friends got couple of them such a good deal.

[@jjeniece]

I just bought a pair of vaporflys for $136 from flight club to be a training companion to my alphaflys. So depending on your size, check the sneaker resellers.

[@karmaforgotme]

As a loyal ASICS and Novablast runner, I don’t understand why ASICS ignores bigger foot runner (size 14) when it comes to their super shoes. I wanted these bad but 13 largest size. Urg.

[@kofuzi]

yeah. sizing always seems to stop at 13, for some reason.

[@TimGrose]

Umm same problem for me on sizing but with lots of shoes from other companies that do fit us maybe I feel this just saves me money as I have a load of shoes designed for runs at marathon pace so not sure I need another one anyway. That said I am normally a US 14 but the Novablast 3 is the only shoe out of many I own that I felt I had to go down to a US 13.

[@ChirsRichardson10]

Really good video and enjoyed your thoughts and honesty! Thank you for it!

[@willvaya]

hey kofuzi! big fan of yours :) question, you mentioned you're generally a size 9. what's your size in Superblast and how does it compare to Vaporfly?

[@seanbolger7371]

Very interesting review, it's expensive for a non plated shoe but looks great

[@kofuzi]

if it had a plate but performed exactly the same way, how would you feel about it?

[@seanbolger7371]

@@kofuzi I take your point.

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

I think this plate business is overrated. I’m not sure how much the plates cost after R & D (which I understand is part of the picture) but it seems like we should be past the point by now where in and of itself it’s an automatic price hiker.

[@oliverp8006]

LOL, your shoe comparison was ridiculous but also funny. How many shoes do we have without any plate priced north of 200$? „My wife is the most beautifull girl in the World, Gisele Bündchen? Nah, any Miss World? Nope, nobody comes close to my wife“ BTW love your energy level 💕

[@kofuzi]

thank you, I think?

[@williamgillies6184]

I personally bought the Novablast 3 after reading and watching similar reviews. The Novablast 3 was by claimed to be the shoe of the year by most online shoe reviewers. I ended up sending mine back. They were flat with no energy return. I hope the Superblast lives up to the hype. Thanks

[@andywright7425]

We don’t get the fancy newspaper. That’s for influencers only. Not at 100 miles in mine yet but it is a very fine shoe. Massively overpriced in my opinion. But, as it’s an asics shoe, it’ll probably last for about 748683 miles.

[@kofuzi]

that's a bummer. the paper was a fun little flourish.

[@thestoebz]

I just might have to try the Superblast

[@louklein7143]

Great vid !

[@green_building]

1:37 its not fair !!! Asics put Kofuzi name there Asics should pay the ads for Kofuzi Thats clear 👌

[@domodoeslife4741]

How is the SC trainer over priced compared to the superblast. Supercushion and plated and 40 cheaper...doesn't that mean that Superblast is just over priced when it has no reason to be $40 more.

[@iheartveronicamars]

Hey! Was wondering if you had any insight as to how the Superblast might be for those suffering from back pain/prone to lower back disc herniation.

[@RaizinRun]

Just got a pair today. Going to try and do some video for them with initial thoughts, and compare to some other ASICS shoes that vary in design.

[@luisrazormax2861]

Do you still using the superblast

[@RaizinRun]

@@luisrazormax2861 Still have and still use. I wasnt able to run as much as I had planned but they are around 500km now I believe, and still feel amazing. The grip is still holding up well, the cushion still has plenty of live left in them.

[@seznigroscassand5403]

Other solution , you'e got a friend who works in a Nike store . They all have 30 percent off on everything even the Nike website . I could buy the Invincible 2 for 85 euros & Vaporfly 2 for 105 euros 😊

[@kss914]

was able to get these at $140 with a healthcare worker discount, great value with the coupon

[@kofuzi]

nice