I finally managed to snag a pair of Superblast 2s but had to sell them on after only running around 20km in them. They caused quite a bit of pain on the lateral side of both feet, never had this issue before and I haven’t got particularly wide feet. Possibly due to the sidewall on the lateral side of each shoe digging in. Since switched to the Mizuno Neo Vistas and really enjoying them.
Have both and I think they really complement eachother well. Novablast is perfect for easy to steady, short to medium runs. Superblast 2 is perfect for steady to fast, medium to long runs. There is some overlap, but the biggest difference to me is the consistency over time. Superblast 2 just doesn't change in feel over distance, where the Novablast 5 definitely starts to bottom out quite a bit after ~10 to 12km.
Got myself Novablast 5 and Superblast 2. I found Novablast good for a steady but easy pace run. I tried to get a bit more speed up but struggled. However with Superblast 2 although was also intending doing an easy run I found I pushed myself more to get some fast run towards the end. Putting a smile on my face. I intend to use both as a rotation for 2025
Superblast 2 is in a class of its own. If you have the cash, buy it but only if you know what you're gonna do with it! Don't just buy a SB2 and run slow or ultra fast. Both shoes have a place in any running rotation, but the best max stacked super trainer has gotta be the SB2. Also good to add I'm 63kg at 5'10, this is more than enough cushion for long runs, and light enough to up the pace.
Agreed. I was very late to SB2 party because of the hefty price tag but it is head and shoulders above any other shoe in its category. And I am happy it is more readily available now. I don't know how they can improve upon it until they have a new 'super' foam to replace the FF Turbo+. Keep the same set up, just interchange the foam when the time comes. Comfort, build quality, durability, light weight, responsiveness, stability, design simplicity and overall versatility. It ticks all the boxes. And can double as your lifestyle shoe. What more can you ask for.
The Superblast V1 is a bit dull out of the box, and took me a good 50km to break in. I guess that period will vary depending upon your weight and the pace you are running at etc. I now find it is propulsive at moderate paces too. Good luck with NB5s..
dang it, you're making me rethink my plan to just use Superblast for everything except trails and races. I might have to try the Novablast5 simply for the price savings alone if they're not that different.
Just took my first one hour run in the Novablast 5 this morning. Super comfortable, good protection, nice and stable. No issues and does everything you'd ask a daily trainer to do. However, I prefer the Novablast 4 and the Superblast 2 over it. Novablast 4s are hard to come by these days but if you can grab a pair I'd recommend them over the 5s. Superblast 2 still rules the roost.
I finally managed to buy a pair of SB2 in Purple/Coral and it is a fantastic shoe, think it’ll last me for pretty much all of 2025, thanks for the great content Edd👍
Edd-just did a half marathon yesterday at sub 8 minute/mile pace and was able to "cruise" for quite a long time. Started slowly for first few miles and then geared up to 7:30ish pace. However I'm looking forward to using the Pumas though that's not really a fair comparison (DNE3). However, when I was at the end of the run in the SB2, and all long runs with them, I do realize I'd rather race in a plated shoe(my ASICS MSP or APro's) in any race distance over them. I feel like I can get only so much out of them speed-wise vs. a plated shoe and the plated does move me along better in the longer - 1/2 marathon+ distance runs. Will take any help I can get in those long distances 😂.
@@EDDBUDMy impression as well. Ran a "slow" 1/2 in 1:35 wearing SB2 and I felt ready for a new run just a few hours later. Can't remember if I did or not😂.
Haven't found an acics shoe that works for me..I get more fussy each year about what I want from my shoes racing shoes..happy holidays to you and fam..😊
I got all 4 versions of NB and I'm getting 5 aswell. They are getting better each version. I usually wait until spring to get them on discount for like 120 €.
Merry Christmas and a Happy Midsole Now 2025, Edd! I have both, and NovaBlast 4. I agree with your assessment. I think the NovaBlast 4 ride is more stable than the 5 and more like the SuperBlast 2 - not exactly, but in terms of stability and firmness. I like all of them, and I agree you have to work the NovaBlast 5 in to feel the benefits. I hope 2025 is as good of a shoe year for Asics as 2024. Cheers. 😎
That Paris colourway asics gave us in 2024 was honestly one of the best ever. I just don’t understand why they did it in almost every model but the GT-2000 12
I love SB2, it's by far my favorite shoe and I have to make myself put other shoes on. But the shoe should come with a warning to not buy it if you're looking for a soft, coddling ride. Too many people buy the shoe thinking that because it has a big stack it's going to ride like a Glycerin Max or a 1080 or a Nimbus, and are disappointed.
The SB2 caused me chin pains and was to much shoe for me. I love the NB5 for easier days, but prefer the Mach 6 and Zoom Fly 6 over both of the blasts. Much more fun, especially the Zoom Fly 6.
Would be fun to see a comparo of new Novablast 5 versus new DynaBlast 5 (Novablast 3 with upgraded upper and $120 price). At the very least, one might imagine DynaBlast 5 must be at the very least one of the best inexpensive daily trainers.
@CMDV8N3 It appears the Dynablast 5 has only been released in some markets. It is unavailable in Australia. But I take your point, it would make for one of the most high end inexpensive daily trainers at that price.
I have SB2 and NB4. Like you suggest, NB4 for daily work, SB2 for long runs of varied paces and both brilliant. NB1 was one of my first shoes and loved them so looking forward to a return to the bounce fest.
My Nova blast 5 in Purple will be here on Monday. Luckily, I found the last pair in size 11. I am trying to get the Super Blast 2 in Purple it's sold out everywhere unfortunately. Will go to the Asics store tomorrow to see if more stock will be available in the near future.
mine in teal also arrive next week. Just today I got a slightly used SB2 paris 2nd hand. My lager right foot is EU 45,5 or 28,4 cm and in most Asics I go for the smaller size EU 45 / 285mm, which puts my big to to the front, but it works and doesn't seem to be an issue. Also for my rather narrow and super low volume feet i would have way too much volume in those shoes. But in GT2000 and Noosa Tri i definately need the half size larger, EU 46 / 290mm! Novablast 4 TR i also have in EU 46 / 290mm, but i didn't try half size smaller EU 45 / 285mm. Therefore, as the NB5 is said to be even wider and have thinner upper material, I odered EU 45 / 285mm AND EU 46 /290mm for direct comparison. MY FEET: narrower side, ägypt toes (first the longest, then shorter every time), fat big toe!, normal arches, very low instep, very low volume, very low volume heels, neutral stride, * left: EU 44-44,5 / 27,5 cm, * right: EU 45,5 / 28,4 cm, SHOE JOURNEY: Asics in EU 45 / 285(2.5)mm: * Fuji Lite 4 - uneven pair because of trail [44+45 left+right], * Kayano Lite 3, * Kayano 31 (Lite Show) - new, maybe sell because it is too wide?, * Nimbus 26 - hate it for forefoot strike, just good for heel striking and walking, will sell it, * Superblast 1 (red), * Superblast 2 (paris) - just got it today, still boxed up, * Novablast 5 (teal) - ordered, size? * GT2000-13 - ordered, out of curiosity, size? * Trabuco 10 - just got it, still boxed up, 2nd hand but new, good price, size? ASICS in EU 46 / 290mm: * GT2000-4 - sell, #9 - sell, #10 - keep!, #11 - sell because too hard, #12 - returned because hard like a brickstone, #13 - ordered, out of curiosity, size?, * Noosa Tri 14, 15, 16 - running barefoot or thin socks, 14 also normal running socks, also use as casual sneaker next summer, * Novablast 4 TR - love it!, * Novablast 5 (teal) - ordered, size? BROOKS EU 45 / 290(2.5)mm: * Gost Max (red) - super, just a bit much space in the heels for my low volume heels and feet, * Hyperion GTS (green) - just got it, still boxed up, 2nd hand, good price, size???, HOKA EU 46 / 295mm / US 11,5D: * Speedgoat 5 - uneven pair because of trail [44 2/3 / US 10,5D + 46 / US 11,5D left+right], * Mach 6 (white) - ordered, size? HOKA EU 46 2/3 / 300mm / US 12D: * Mach 6 (poppy/squash), PUMA EU 45: * Velocity Nitro 2 - will be used not for running but as a casual sneaker, * Velocity Nitro 3 (white, sunrise is also ordered) - super!, * Deviate Nitro 2 - just got it 2nd hand super cheap, just ran around the building, forefoot, felt stiff and therefore "fast", hope it breaks in, * Deviate Nitro 3 - ordered, hope its not so stiff like DN2 i just ran around the building, Sagasu Running complained about the dead feeling shoe to be the worst ever!, * Deviate Nitro Elite 2 - just arrived today, still boxed up, 2nd hand, but new, top price, PUMA EU 46: * Velocity Nitro 3 GTX - first Puma shoe ever for me, just got it recently, made me get or at least order all the other ones, * Velocity Nitro 3 (sunrise) - sell because large, SAUCONY EU 45: * Kinvara 14 - sold, because way too hard, sound of slipping slightly every stride because of no rubber, * Tempus 1 (yellow) - ordered, 2nd hand, SAUCONY EU 46 / 295mm: * Triumph 20 Runshield - 2nd hand, not ran, haven't ran in it yet, * Triumph 21 - 2nd hand, new, not ran in it yet, ... 28.12.2024
I haven't bought a novablast since i upgraded to superblast. My superblast 1 have done around 400 miles, and now they are used as comfy everyday shoes. Superblast 2 is used primarily for long runs. Having a speed shoe and nitro elite 3, it's either or between super and nova. I know you dint like rebel v4 at all but for just an easy 6 miler, it's my go-to.
Just ordered the superblast 2 to give that bit of extra width in the toe box, not got wide feet, well may a tad but just been told by sport podiatrist I need to look for wider shoes as having a few issues ball of foot, in a plan for London so the blast 2 will be event shoe as all race shoes I have are just to narrow for what I need right now 😢 loved my blast 1, still lots of life left but the stones they collect are annoying and that would piss me right off having to stop in London traffic 😂.
Have over 300 miles on my NB4s and have really liked them so I bought another pair of NB4s instead of going to NB5 or SB2. But I am kind of itching to try on some SB2s. 🤔 At 20 miles a week, I’m not sure I run enough to warrant a “rotation”.
Finally splurged on the sb2. My legs recover so much faster in it, but I prefer the squishiness of the nb3. I’ve done full marathon blocs with nb3 for long runs and it really shines. But for speed, the rocker in the sb2 makes it a smoother shoe.
Had the Superblast 2's and didn't rate them at all so sold them on. I bought my wife the NB 5's for Xmas and she's loving them so I'm now going to treat myself to some when the TR version gets released
@@EDDBUD traction version ;) Asics should spend the extra dollar(cents) to put Asicsgrip on the Novablast! May as well charge 5 Dollars for it. BUT... productdiversification. better stuff just in the pricier models. 200€ sh*t shoe: yeah, high end rubber no problem.
Ia was 90kg and the SB1 is firm and bouncy! No way you sink in too much, how is that possible? SB2 should feel like a broken in SB1 or at least less km break in time. Haven't got the SB2 myself, so i cannot tell. You should get the Nimbus, THEN you know what it feels to run in energy sapping quick sand! :)
@@David-cg7ms 92kg EU 45. Adios Pro 3 is a race shoe and from what i know Adidas to be, a stiff one. Compared to stiff plated race shoes ALL other shoes are "soft" and you sink in to a degree. I've so often read peple complainig about the SB1 beein too stiff, uninspireing, dead, dull, hard, firm, etc. hundrets of km or miles break in etc. YOU are the first one (and probably the only one ever) who calls the SB soft and sinky. And you are not even 150kg+ or something :) Interesting! Like the GT2000-12 was stiff like a brick and totally unrunable! And yet, liked by many people and said to be softer than #11, wich i also have, which is firm/hard, but #12 is way worse. In some comment you find this, also some feedbacks from reseller, but more you find that #12 is softer than #11. What should I make of this? I mean, I bought them original in a store and have run in them myself, so i am not totally crazy. And i don't think Asics changed anything form chrage to charge or has quality problems. It was also warm in Mai 2024 when I ran in both of them. What's life without mysteries?
I’ll be running my first marathon at the end of February, aiming for a sub-4 finish. My longest run so far was a half marathon in 1:35 last month, which I ran in the Alphafly 3. Currently, I do my long runs in the Superblast V1, which has about 200 miles on it. (63 kg/139 lbs, 170cm/ 5'7, midfoot striker, high cadence) For a marathon lasting over 3.5 hours, I’m considering three options: 1. Buy another pair of Superblast. 2. Invest in a dedicated racing shoe for slower paces. 3. Race in the Superblast and add a max-stack shoe to my rotation for training (since I don’t currently have easy or recovery shoes in my lineup). What do you think?
If you know the blaster works then it seems a good bet. How did you find the half in the alphafly 3? My only concern with buying a new pair of blasters is the time they take to break in. Best of luck!
@@EDDBUD The Alphafly 3 excels at maximum effort and aggressive pacing but lacks comfort. I don't believe they're ideal for paces slower than 4:50 min/km, especially for runs lasting over 3.5 hours, as there are more suitable alternatives available.
My SB2 have about 40mi on them and are still quite firm and slappy. They do better when I pick up the pace. I still like them but wish they were a bit more soft. 😊
I bought the sb2 in my normal running shoe size, but finding them a bit to long. And during the run I having Some trouble finding the right stride. Im a midfoot striker and I find the outsole pritty loud and slapping on the tarmac.. I dont know iff anyone else is having the same issues. I do find that the shoe is best for a more faster steady run. It wants to go a bit faster.
Do you find that the novablast 5 seem to either run big or slip forward more vs. SB2? I love my 9.5 in SB2 and it fits very snug. Bought a 9.5 in novablast 5 and I think because the heel pad is so thick it pushes the foot forward, making the toe ram closer to the front of the shoe. Maybe the slicker insole of novablast 5 also doesn't help prevent this forward sliding feel. Thinking I might need to size up to 10. Did you experience this in the novablast 5 at all?
I’ve got 550km on my SB2s. There’s a tiny bit of wear on the outsole in the lateral forefoot, and a tiny crack appearing between the two foams in the medial forefoot (suspect the glue has worn out), but otherwise they feel like new. Suspect I’ll get another 250km out of them before I move on to my second pair.
The Novablast 4 is closer to the superblast 2 than the Novablast 5, it's way to soft and mushy, feels like it's running in quick sand after 10k, it's slightly bouncy but there is no real energy return. Superblast is clear by a mile
Am 105kg and love the SB2. Ran a half marathon PB in them when they were fresh and did the bulk of marathon training in these. Still feel good at about 600km but dont have the same pop. How do they compare to the magic speed 4s?
I bought the Superblast 2 recently - instant regret. The toe box is not wide enough, I actually had to size up to make it bearable. The insole has a weird shape which doesn't work with my foot, if the big toe ball doesn't sit in the right place then you are in for a bad time. I felt all that in the store and thought - so many people love them so maybe the ride makes up for it. But no, you are just lugging around a lot of foam for nothing. It feels stiff and dead and the toe rocker forces you to run fast to get anything out of it. Edit: To all the people commenting that you need to wear them in - that's a serious issue which other brands don't have. I don't want to waste training miles on them, they are just sitting in the box. And you can't run easy in them either to wear them in because they are just so dead.
The Novablast? There are tons of videos NB4 vs Ride 17 and now NB4 vs NB5. Ride 18 = Ride 17. Superblast is another category, so a direct comparison doesn't make sense. Like this video ;)
Sadly the Superblast 2's are only made up to size 13! So for us bigger feet size 15 people we are SOL! But the Novablast 5's do indeed go up to 15s and the new Luxe colorway is quite amaze.
I tried SB2 in the asics store. Didn’t like them. They felt somewhat “dud” to me. Didn’t feel lively at all. Had to skip on them. Will give them a try again.
@@chinitopogi7511 Yes, for now that's what I could afford. As of now, financially, I can only buy shoes I am 100% certain I'll like (or buy something that I know already works for me). But I get your point.
Novablast rubber is actually quite sticky, out of the 📦 So much that it picks up all the dust & becomes sticky no more😅 I saw that when testing just 1 shoe, then both. So i confirm, dust is not very sticky 😂
This does seem a little like the Shoe you can’t buy versus the one that isn’t as good as the last version 😊stop press Sportshoes have size 6,7 and 7.5 in stock for those smaller runners
The superblast 2 was my first asics shoe. To me the superblast 2 isn't worth the price, honestly I don't see what the hype is. It's like I'm running with brics on.
@ and weirdly - I’m on the heavier side at 6ft 85kg. They just felt off to me and as you know, we do all get tuned to what footwear suits us and what doesn’t. I have seen others comment on a long break in period but when my Mach 6 is doing so well at all distances and paces I can’t be blowing 200 earth credits on a shoe and hope I start liking them at some point !
I finally managed to snag a pair of Superblast 2s but had to sell them on after only running around 20km in them. They caused quite a bit of pain on the lateral side of both feet, never had this issue before and I haven’t got particularly wide feet. Possibly due to the sidewall on the lateral side of each shoe digging in. Since switched to the Mizuno Neo Vistas and really enjoying them.
Might have to go try on the nova blast. I was lucky enough to pick up a super blast on the second color run.
Have both but if I had to keep one I'd stick with the Superblast 2s. Enjoy the ride more and the grip is much better in the wet.
Superblast 2 is 🔑. 3 pairs for rotation
Hi edd bud hope you got a great day.
Was just thinking, isn’t it time for an EB vid and one appeared! 😄
Enjoy!
Edd “Candyman” Bud. Say his name 3 times in the mirror and a video appears
Have both and I think they really complement eachother well. Novablast is perfect for easy to steady, short to medium runs. Superblast 2 is perfect for steady to fast, medium to long runs. There is some overlap, but the biggest difference to me is the consistency over time. Superblast 2 just doesn't change in feel over distance, where the Novablast 5 definitely starts to bottom out quite a bit after ~10 to 12km.
Not sure the FOD runner agrees on the NB2 not working for longer stuff. He loves that one!
@@EDDBUD Saw his video as well He's in love with the shoe which is always fun to see. I'm also really liking the NB5 so far. Really smooth shoe.
Maybe you need half size bigger?
Thanks for another great year of videos!
Thanks for the super support!
Got myself Novablast 5 and Superblast 2. I found Novablast good for a steady but easy pace run. I tried to get a bit more speed up but struggled. However with Superblast 2 although was also intending doing an easy run I found I pushed myself more to get some fast run towards the end. Putting a smile on my face. I intend to use both as a rotation for 2025
Superblast 2 is in a class of its own. If you have the cash, buy it but only if you know what you're gonna do with it! Don't just buy a SB2 and run slow or ultra fast. Both shoes have a place in any running rotation, but the best max stacked super trainer has gotta be the SB2.
Also good to add I'm 63kg at 5'10, this is more than enough cushion for long runs, and light enough to up the pace.
Yes it’s a long run option for me due to the width and weight. Superb model
Agreed. I was very late to SB2 party because of the hefty price tag but it is head and shoulders above any other shoe in its category. And I am happy it is more readily available now. I don't know how they can improve upon it until they have a new 'super' foam to replace the FF Turbo+. Keep the same set up, just interchange the foam when the time comes. Comfort, build quality, durability, light weight, responsiveness, stability, design simplicity and overall versatility. It ticks all the boxes. And can double as your lifestyle shoe. What more can you ask for.
I mean at 63kg, literally any shoe will have enough cushion
I have the Superblast V1 but I am just not fast enough for it.. Definitely getting the Novablast 5.
The Superblast V1 is a bit dull out of the box, and took me a good 50km to break in. I guess that period will vary depending upon your weight and the pace you are running at etc. I now find it is propulsive at moderate paces too. Good luck with NB5s..
dang it, you're making me rethink my plan to just use Superblast for everything except trails and races. I might have to try the Novablast5 simply for the price savings alone if they're not that different.
Just took my first one hour run in the Novablast 5 this morning. Super comfortable, good protection, nice and stable. No issues and does everything you'd ask a daily trainer to do. However, I prefer the Novablast 4 and the Superblast 2 over it. Novablast 4s are hard to come by these days but if you can grab a pair I'd recommend them over the 5s. Superblast 2 still rules the roost.
Think I prefer the v5 so far. Just a little more fun of a shoe
I have the superblast 2 and falling in love with it... more and more every run!
Yes it’s really capable
I finally managed to buy a pair of SB2 in Purple/Coral and it is a fantastic shoe, think it’ll last me for pretty much all of 2025, thanks for the great content Edd👍
Great to hear! You will love that shoe
Daily trainer v performance trainer, no contest. Comparisons for the nb5 with the pegasus, 1080, ride etc would be interesting.
And with Mizuno Neo Zen
Just managed to nab a pair of NB5 in white. Looking forward to trying them Monday!
Edd-just did a half marathon yesterday at sub 8 minute/mile pace and was able to "cruise" for quite a long time. Started slowly for first few miles and then geared up to 7:30ish pace. However I'm looking forward to using the Pumas though that's not really a fair comparison (DNE3). However, when I was at the end of the run in the SB2, and all long runs with them, I do realize I'd rather race in a plated shoe(my ASICS MSP or APro's) in any race distance over them. I feel like I can get only so much out of them speed-wise vs. a plated shoe and the plated does move me along better in the longer - 1/2 marathon+ distance runs. Will take any help I can get in those long distances 😂.
I found the Superblast 2 is also great for reducing fatigue and soreness
@@EDDBUD same, joint and knee, shin protection,
@@EDDBUDMy impression as well. Ran a "slow" 1/2 in 1:35 wearing SB2 and I felt ready for a new run just a few hours later. Can't remember if I did or not😂.
Haven't found an acics shoe that works for me..I get more fussy each year about what I want from my shoes racing shoes..happy holidays to you and fam..😊
Everyone raves about the Saucony speeds and I like you with Asics just can't use them. Don't know what it is.
Have a great Christmas time!
Evening all. I prefer the Novablast 5=150€. Like to EDDBUD. A nice weekend for everyone.
My SB1 still kicking at 1000km 😅 so I had to get the NB5 for my daily runs replacing my NB4. Worth the upgrade for me 😀
The SB2 is a fantastic shoe for me, and I never ran in the first version. It did take about 30ish miles to settle in, but after that, it felt great.
Yes it’s one of those magic shoes.
I got all 4 versions of NB and I'm getting 5 aswell. They are getting better each version. I usually wait until spring to get them on discount for like 120 €.
Dankeschön, Sir! Thank you for your effort and input
Much appreciated!
Great episode thanks
Edd very scientific review really loved🎉 it love the charisma do keep up the great work on the reviews looking forward to 2025 and beyond
Much appreciated!
Merry Christmas and a Happy Midsole Now 2025, Edd!
I have both, and NovaBlast 4. I agree with your assessment. I think the NovaBlast 4 ride is more stable than the 5 and more like the SuperBlast 2 - not exactly, but in terms of stability and firmness. I like all of them, and I agree you have to work the NovaBlast 5 in to feel the benefits. I hope 2025 is as good of a shoe year for Asics as 2024. Cheers. 😎
Happy new year!
That Paris colourway asics gave us in 2024 was honestly one of the best ever. I just don’t understand why they did it in almost every model but the GT-2000 12
Smashing colourway.
I love SB2, it's by far my favorite shoe and I have to make myself put other shoes on. But the shoe should come with a warning to not buy it if you're looking for a soft, coddling ride. Too many people buy the shoe thinking that because it has a big stack it's going to ride like a Glycerin Max or a 1080 or a Nimbus, and are disappointed.
Correct……I bought it and find out this after 1 month when the return window has closed i bought it for 21000 indian rupees (247 us dollars)
The SB2 caused me chin pains and was to much shoe for me. I love the NB5 for easier days, but prefer the Mach 6 and Zoom Fly 6 over both of the blasts. Much more fun, especially the Zoom Fly 6.
Would be fun to see a comparo of new Novablast 5 versus new DynaBlast 5 (Novablast 3 with upgraded upper and $120 price).
At the very least, one might imagine DynaBlast 5 must be at the very least one of the best inexpensive daily trainers.
@CMDV8N3
It appears the Dynablast 5 has only been released in some markets. It is unavailable in Australia. But I take your point, it would make for one of the most high end inexpensive daily trainers at that price.
I have SB2 and NB4. Like you suggest, NB4 for daily work, SB2 for long runs of varied paces and both brilliant. NB1 was one of my first shoes and loved them so looking forward to a return to the bounce fest.
The v5 is certainly a bit like that original
I' ve just bought NB5 and with a 15% off, training for an April marathon. Happy with them!
Me too on the marathon. Which one you running?
@@EDDBUD Crete Marathon, Greece.
My Nova blast 5 in Purple will be here on Monday. Luckily, I found the last pair in size 11.
I am trying to get the Super Blast 2 in Purple it's sold out everywhere unfortunately. Will go to the Asics store tomorrow to see if more stock will be available in the near future.
Enjoy!
mine in teal also arrive next week. Just today I got a slightly used SB2 paris 2nd hand.
My lager right foot is EU 45,5 or 28,4 cm and in most Asics I go for the smaller size EU 45 / 285mm, which puts my big to to the front, but it works and doesn't seem to be an issue. Also for my rather narrow and super low volume feet i would have way too much volume in those shoes.
But in GT2000 and Noosa Tri i definately need the half size larger, EU 46 / 290mm!
Novablast 4 TR i also have in EU 46 / 290mm, but i didn't try half size smaller EU 45 / 285mm.
Therefore, as the NB5 is said to be even wider and have thinner upper material, I odered EU 45 / 285mm AND EU 46 /290mm for direct comparison.
MY FEET:
narrower side, ägypt toes (first the longest, then shorter every time), fat big toe!, normal arches, very low instep, very low volume, very low volume heels, neutral stride,
* left: EU 44-44,5 / 27,5 cm,
* right: EU 45,5 / 28,4 cm,
SHOE JOURNEY:
Asics in EU 45 / 285(2.5)mm:
* Fuji Lite 4 - uneven pair because of trail [44+45 left+right],
* Kayano Lite 3,
* Kayano 31 (Lite Show) - new, maybe sell because it is too wide?,
* Nimbus 26 - hate it for forefoot strike, just good for heel striking and walking, will sell it,
* Superblast 1 (red),
* Superblast 2 (paris) - just got it today, still boxed up,
* Novablast 5 (teal) - ordered, size?
* GT2000-13 - ordered, out of curiosity, size?
* Trabuco 10 - just got it, still boxed up, 2nd hand but new, good price, size?
ASICS in EU 46 / 290mm:
* GT2000-4 - sell, #9 - sell, #10 - keep!, #11 - sell because too hard, #12 - returned because hard like a brickstone, #13 - ordered, out of curiosity, size?,
* Noosa Tri 14, 15, 16 - running barefoot or thin socks, 14 also normal running socks, also use as casual sneaker next summer,
* Novablast 4 TR - love it!,
* Novablast 5 (teal) - ordered, size?
BROOKS EU 45 / 290(2.5)mm:
* Gost Max (red) - super, just a bit much space in the heels for my low volume heels and feet,
* Hyperion GTS (green) - just got it, still boxed up, 2nd hand, good price, size???,
HOKA EU 46 / 295mm / US 11,5D:
* Speedgoat 5 - uneven pair because of trail [44 2/3 / US 10,5D + 46 / US 11,5D left+right],
* Mach 6 (white) - ordered, size?
HOKA EU 46 2/3 / 300mm / US 12D:
* Mach 6 (poppy/squash),
PUMA EU 45:
* Velocity Nitro 2 - will be used not for running but as a casual sneaker,
* Velocity Nitro 3 (white, sunrise is also ordered) - super!,
* Deviate Nitro 2 - just got it 2nd hand super cheap, just ran around the building, forefoot, felt stiff and therefore "fast", hope it breaks in,
* Deviate Nitro 3 - ordered, hope its not so stiff like DN2 i just ran around the building, Sagasu Running complained about the dead feeling shoe to be the worst ever!,
* Deviate Nitro Elite 2 - just arrived today, still boxed up, 2nd hand, but new, top price,
PUMA EU 46:
* Velocity Nitro 3 GTX - first Puma shoe ever for me, just got it recently, made me get or at least order all the other ones,
* Velocity Nitro 3 (sunrise) - sell because large,
SAUCONY EU 45:
* Kinvara 14 - sold, because way too hard, sound of slipping slightly every stride because of no rubber,
* Tempus 1 (yellow) - ordered, 2nd hand,
SAUCONY EU 46 / 295mm:
* Triumph 20 Runshield - 2nd hand, not ran, haven't ran in it yet,
* Triumph 21 - 2nd hand, new, not ran in it yet,
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28.12.2024
Or have both! Cheers Santa! 😂
1:59 😂 Also, thank you for this review/comparison
Glad you liked it!
I haven't bought a novablast since i upgraded to superblast. My superblast 1 have done around 400 miles, and now they are used as comfy everyday shoes.
Superblast 2 is used primarily for long runs. Having a speed shoe and nitro elite 3, it's either or between super and nova.
I know you dint like rebel v4 at all but for just an easy 6 miler, it's my go-to.
Glad the blaster is hitting the spot
Took me 200 miles to feel like the superblast 1 had worn in. The thought of having to do that again with the sb2 gives me anxiety
Superblast 2 ready to go out the box no bedding in needed. They do get slightly softer after initial runs but then very consistent after.
Superblast 2 all day 😂
@@kevinclark5086same experience here
Mine felt good out of the box, 50 miles and they really had some bounce. Weird you say that about yours.
@camonly849 yeah I'm like 10 stone so I probably never had the weight to get anything back from the midsole. It's a heavy duty slab of foam.
Just ordered the superblast 2 to give that bit of extra width in the toe box, not got wide feet, well may a tad but just been told by sport podiatrist I need to look for wider shoes as having a few issues ball of foot, in a plan for London so the blast 2 will be event shoe as all race shoes I have are just to narrow for what I need right now 😢 loved my blast 1, still lots of life left but the stones they collect are annoying and that would piss me right off having to stop in London traffic 😂.
I have the Novablast5, 100km in, love them
The superblast 2 are out of stock soooo can't buy them :(
Have over 300 miles on my NB4s and have really liked them so I bought another pair of NB4s instead of going to NB5 or SB2. But I am kind of itching to try on some SB2s. 🤔 At 20 miles a week, I’m not sure I run enough to warrant a “rotation”.
I would have done the same if I didn't have the mach 6 as well. That is a good shoe.
HO HO HOOOO
Thanks for the super support!
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Finally splurged on the sb2. My legs recover so much faster in it, but I prefer the squishiness of the nb3. I’ve done full marathon blocs with nb3 for long runs and it really shines. But for speed, the rocker in the sb2 makes it a smoother shoe.
Yes it’s good to get into a groove with that shoe
Love the SB2! It gets better every run. Used to run in DN2 but now, SB is my go to daily trainer & long run.
Wore mine again today. 8 miles in the can
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Hey Ed! Can you do a head to head comparison between the nike zoomfly 6 and the puma deviate nitro 3 please
I think I did that one already.
Loving FF Blast Max on the Novablast 5. Feels very responsive and bouncy.
Yes can’t wait for more shoes with this foam
Had the Superblast 2's and didn't rate them at all so sold them on. I bought my wife the NB 5's for Xmas and she's loving them so I'm now going to treat myself to some when the TR version gets released
Yes a trail version will be a banger
Yeah, If there is a TR version, the normal version has no reason to exist. +15g for a daily trainer is irreelevant imho
@@EDDBUD traction version ;) Asics should spend the extra dollar(cents) to put Asicsgrip on the Novablast! May as well charge 5 Dollars for it.
BUT... productdiversification. better stuff just in the pricier models. 200€ sh*t shoe: yeah, high end rubber no problem.
nice vidéo, do you think the superblast 2 is denser than the V1? as a 85kg guy, the first edition was way too soft for me.
About the same really. Both models took time to break in
@@EDDBUD Thank you, I was sinking into the foam too much on the v1
Ia was 90kg and the SB1 is firm and bouncy! No way you sink in too much, how is that possible?
SB2 should feel like a broken in SB1 or at least less km break in time. Haven't got the SB2 myself, so i cannot tell.
You should get the Nimbus, THEN you know what it feels to run in energy sapping quick sand! :)
@philipppuchner1115 have you ever run In adios pro 3 ? Compared to, you sink into the foam in Sb1. Also the size of foot matters,I m 85kg for 10.5 us.
@@David-cg7ms 92kg EU 45. Adios Pro 3 is a race shoe and from what i know Adidas to be, a stiff one.
Compared to stiff plated race shoes ALL other shoes are "soft" and you sink in to a degree.
I've so often read peple complainig about the SB1 beein too stiff, uninspireing, dead, dull, hard, firm, etc. hundrets of km or miles break in etc.
YOU are the first one (and probably the only one ever) who calls the SB soft and sinky. And you are not even 150kg+ or something :)
Interesting!
Like the GT2000-12 was stiff like a brick and totally unrunable! And yet, liked by many people and said to be softer than #11, wich i also have, which is firm/hard, but #12 is way worse.
In some comment you find this, also some feedbacks from reseller, but more you find that #12 is softer than #11.
What should I make of this? I mean, I bought them original in a store and have run in them myself, so i am not totally crazy. And i don't think Asics changed anything form chrage to charge or has quality problems. It was also warm in Mai 2024 when I ran in both of them.
What's life without mysteries?
Can it compete against Hoka Mach X 3?
3? Haven’t seen that yet
@@EDDBUD the mach x 2.. read some reviews from kofuzi that it could compete with SB2
I’ll be running my first marathon at the end of February, aiming for a sub-4 finish. My longest run so far was a half marathon in 1:35 last month, which I ran in the Alphafly 3. Currently, I do my long runs in the Superblast V1, which has about 200 miles on it. (63 kg/139 lbs, 170cm/ 5'7, midfoot striker, high cadence)
For a marathon lasting over 3.5 hours, I’m considering three options:
1. Buy another pair of Superblast.
2. Invest in a dedicated racing shoe for slower paces.
3. Race in the Superblast and add a max-stack shoe to my rotation for training (since I don’t currently have easy or recovery shoes in my lineup).
What do you think?
If you know the blaster works then it seems a good bet. How did you find the half in the alphafly 3? My only concern with buying a new pair of blasters is the time they take to break in. Best of luck!
@@EDDBUD The Alphafly 3 excels at maximum effort and aggressive pacing but lacks comfort. I don't believe they're ideal for paces slower than 4:50 min/km, especially for runs lasting over 3.5 hours, as there are more suitable alternatives available.
Ed, unlike you, I think I can use the SB2 for 5K racing then, because I definitely can’t run a 5K race at faster than 7 minute per mile pace!
True but I just cannot get hold of this superblast2
In some places it’s still super hard to find
I have the Paris colourway in a 9 if that's any good for you, only done 40 miles
Thanx but not the right size
My SB2 have about 40mi on them and are still quite firm and slappy. They do better when I pick up the pace. I still like them but wish they were a bit more soft. 😊
I bought the sb2 in my normal running shoe size, but finding them a bit to long. And during the run I having Some trouble finding the right stride. Im a midfoot striker and I find the outsole pritty loud and slapping on the tarmac.. I dont know iff anyone else is having the same issues. I do find that the shoe is best for a more faster steady run. It wants to go a bit faster.
Defo a half down does seem to suit. It does soften up over time
Got a pair of superblast 2 for Xmas. I can see what all the fuss is about
Enjoy! Santa hit the mark
Do you find that the novablast 5 seem to either run big or slip forward more vs. SB2? I love my 9.5 in SB2 and it fits very snug. Bought a 9.5 in novablast 5 and I think because the heel pad is so thick it pushes the foot forward, making the toe ram closer to the front of the shoe. Maybe the slicker insole of novablast 5 also doesn't help prevent this forward sliding feel. Thinking I might need to size up to 10. Did you experience this in the novablast 5 at all?
Half size down for me is ideal
I went 1/2 a size down on the Novablast 5.
If I buy the Superblast then I've done my money for tonight's game 🃏
Don’t worry. I’ll take back the empties.
I was surprised how stable superblast is which I am very happy about. A stability shoe?
They even advertise it on the asics site, was surprised to see that!
ASICS UK had all sizes in stock just after midnight New Year’s Eve, large sizes selling out first
I’ve got 550km on my SB2s. There’s a tiny bit of wear on the outsole in the lateral forefoot, and a tiny crack appearing between the two foams in the medial forefoot (suspect the glue has worn out), but otherwise they feel like new. Suspect I’ll get another 250km out of them before I move on to my second pair.
Superb durability!
The Novablast 4 is closer to the superblast 2 than the Novablast 5, it's way to soft and mushy, feels like it's running in quick sand after 10k, it's slightly bouncy but there is no real energy return. Superblast is clear by a mile
People dont always want huge return. Some want impact protection
And the nb4 is now cheap
@ yeah but that's what Nimbus is for, not the Novablast. The Novablast was always an energetic exciting ride
Am 105kg and love the SB2. Ran a half marathon PB in them when they were fresh and did the bulk of marathon training in these. Still feel good at about 600km but dont have the same pop. How do they compare to the magic speed 4s?
Haven’t worn the magic speed 4. Can anyone chime in?
The superblast 2 runs tight in a 9.5. Definitely smaller than the first superblast. Toes rub against the front of the shoe if that bothers you.
I bought the Superblast 2 recently - instant regret. The toe box is not wide enough, I actually had to size up to make it bearable. The insole has a weird shape which doesn't work with my foot, if the big toe ball doesn't sit in the right place then you are in for a bad time.
I felt all that in the store and thought - so many people love them so maybe the ride makes up for it. But no, you are just lugging around a lot of foam for nothing. It feels stiff and dead and the toe rocker forces you to run fast to get anything out of it.
Edit: To all the people commenting that you need to wear them in - that's a serious issue which other brands don't have. I don't want to waste training miles on them, they are just sitting in the box. And you can't run easy in them either to wear them in because they are just so dead.
or you just not fat enough to deform the foam, like other people - like us ;)
Novablast 5 comes in a wide . Makes the choice pretty easy for me .
I use superblast 2 for parkrun, 17.59 on weekend.for me they feel pretty fast
What’s the best long run session workout shoes besides the superblast2??
Maybe the Vomero 17, deviate nitro 3 or even the Boston 12. All good long run features
Do you recommend superblast 2 if I run in a tropical country??
Don’t see why not. It’s reasonably thin in the upper and breathable
could you compare it with saucony Ride 17 or 18 ?
The Novablast? There are tons of videos NB4 vs Ride 17 and now NB4 vs NB5. Ride 18 = Ride 17.
Superblast is another category, so a direct comparison doesn't make sense. Like this video ;)
Thanks for tuning in!
Is the Novablast 5 a good companion to the Boston 12?
Don’t see why not. Though the blaster is by far softer
Sadly the Superblast 2's are only made up to size 13! So for us bigger feet size 15 people we are SOL! But the Novablast 5's do indeed go up to 15s and the new Luxe colorway is quite amaze.
in EU is almost impossible to find the Superblast 😢
It’s not too much easier over here in the uk
👊🏼🤖‼️
I tried SB2 in the asics store. Didn’t like them. They felt somewhat “dud” to me. Didn’t feel lively at all. Had to skip on them. Will give them a try again.
How did you try? Just wear the shoes thats it? Run at the store via threadmill? Why not try that on the road and Youll see
It takes some break in. Then suddenly it’s amazing
@@chinitopogi7511 Yes, for now that's what I could afford. As of now, financially, I can only buy shoes I am 100% certain I'll like (or buy something that I know already works for me). But I get your point.
@@EDDBUD Thanks !!
Lemmy would choose the Superblast! Apparently more Blast models coming in 2025, will there be a Lemmy approved SpeedBlast! Danke schoen!
Darn good stuff. Lemmy I’m sure would have struggled on anything but the 5k. 🤣👍🏼
I buy the one that I can get hold
Most Likely novablast 5, since superblast is ridicilous hard to find
Asics as such an amazing line up of shoes now. Innovative, good looking and well made shoes.
Couldn't agree more!
Novablast rubber is actually quite sticky, out of the 📦
So much that it picks up all the dust & becomes sticky no more😅
I saw that when testing just 1 shoe, then both.
So i confirm, dust is not very sticky 😂
like the plastic indoor floors sometime. the shoes stick like hell. Just a little dust and slippery like ice skaters
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Superblast 2 all the way. All around shoe, even for tempo our speed sessions. It improves with Time and use
Few shoes have the same characteristics!
This does seem a little like the Shoe you can’t buy versus the one that isn’t as good as the last version 😊stop press Sportshoes have size 6,7 and 7.5 in stock for those smaller runners
I do still find myself asking the question as to why you can’t find it. The zoom fly 6 is now the same.
Algorithm 🤖
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The superblast 2 was my first asics shoe. To me the superblast 2 isn't worth the price, honestly I don't see what the hype is. It's like I'm running with brics on.
The Nimbus
Superblast 2 definitely not fo me. Clunky big horrible thing. AND I love some larger shoes like endo elite and AF3. Didn’t get it at all
That’s a shame. Didn’t find it chunky at all and I’m a stick man.
@ and weirdly - I’m on the heavier side at 6ft 85kg. They just felt off to me and as you know, we do all get tuned to what footwear suits us and what doesn’t. I have seen others comment on a long break in period but when my Mach 6 is doing so well at all distances and paces I can’t be blowing 200 earth credits on a shoe and hope I start liking them at some point !
Neither. EVO SL better. Cheaper, lighter and faster
But unavailable 😂😂😂😂
The Evo SL doesn’t want to go slow at all 😂 also is way less stable. Each are different tools for different jobs.
@@CorGPagreed, not a daily shoe. I would also have the three in a combo
Available everywhere in EU. Bought 3 pairs with not that much of an hassle.
By everywhere I mean shop4runners has all sizes in white. Runningdirect de had the black all sizes for a while too.