I ran my first marathon in the Superblast. It was definitely the correct choice. It is excels at marathon pace quite well without a plate. Not to mention, I recovered much faster post-marathon.
@@Ben-yw8behad superblast 1 reached 400miles and superblast 2 that just arrived, i can say theres lot of improvement in upper and ff turbo+ sole. And I agree, non plated shoes gives quicker recovery. Thats why I avoid plated shoes if theres another option.
The Gliderides 3 was a great shoe, glad ASICS didn’t give up on this shoe. Your video was a nice testament to how great the shoe was only overshadowed by a great Novablast v3.
Thanks for the review Mike. I had all the 3 series of Glideride. Heavy and built like a tank for cruising. Really loved them very much. Hope the Glideride max lived up to the lineage of its predecessors.
It's great to hear that the Pumas are so good and that they secretly inspire you. They're like a secret favorite. Puma should not be underestimated. Asics are also super great sneakers alongside other big companies.
@@wonkydonkey7899 Max Stack Wars! Not complaining, but it’s kind of wild that this is “normal.” I busted out an old pair of Nimbus 23 the other day, which is cushy as ever at what feels like half of the stack height.
@@italiansurprise I suppose these days all the running shoes from major brands have about the same stack height or higher, so visually it makes this shoe very typical and normal looking. 👀
@@sschwen8050 yes sir, maximal stack and high drop are the norm of running shoes now. Maybe someday we could revert to low-stack shoes, but I doubt it. lol at least you’re one happy camper who benefits greatly from high stack running shoes, which also help your performance and save your legs at your age. 😃
I still have the Glideride 2 and ahar is still intact. The upper is going to waste away but the outsole is not. Definitely a 2000km training shoe. The heel/midToToe feeling that Kofuzi is describing is very much present in this pair.
Originally wanted the Superblast 2s, but they we're sold out. These started to grab my attention. I think they look good also, and I thought they would be a good enough option, but then Puma came out with the MagMax is White 🤤. Then they sold out once I wanted to pull the trigger. Even though Asics just restocked, I've already made up my mind on the MagMax. ❤
I am stuck on either trying other brands, going for the superblast 2, or these. My superblast are just about to hit 600km and still feel good so I am in no rush.
I can't remember which video I had a long and borderline silly discussion of how soft is a function of time. feels like it would be a good time to have that link handy
Oh boy. Hope this means there will be a new evo-ride. (First shoe I bought when I started thinking about running shoes seriously, after watching the kofuzi video on it. And boy, I loved that shoe and would take a fresh pair no hesitation - for a reasonable price that is).
These give me massive nimbus lite vibes like they could have totally just called these nimbus lite or nimbus elite. Feels like asics version of a cloud monster hyper. I will say these seem less versatile and the price point seems kinda higher then expected. Compared to the rest of market these seems to be more of a recovery/daily trainer rather then a performance trainer. I guess that’s refreshing in a market filled with 40mm plus and carbon/nylon plates. Having a shoe that feels comfortable and not as aggressive is nice.
Can't wait! Tried a few shoes after having to retire my OG GlideRides and missed out on the V3's. Interesting point on the perceived sinking into the shoe feel, could be an attempt to pronounce that feeling for the bigger guys instead of them just sinking into the midsole quicksand style, like I did with my Nimbus 25's.
I go straight from NB3/NB4 to SB1 and require nothing in between. But I like living in a world with more options rather than fewer. Will probably check out FFB Max when it inevitably hits the NB5.
Thanks Kofuzi really helpful. You obvs have a relationship with Asics. Any chance of nudging them to make more of their line fit us bigger footed runners. I'm a Euro 50.5 and the Superblast that I want isn't in this size. Please can u help us flipper footed runners Great channel Andy
The Puma Foreverrun doesn't have a second version but they did silently bring out the Knit version. It has a lower drop 7.5 Vs 10. I gave my originals away but I love the Knit version. Would recommend it to anyone who has considered trying the shoe.
That's interesting . I absolutely hated the upper on the original. I just could not lock it down, even after tightening the laces so much that they left marks on the top of my feet. I saw the knit ones, but thought they must have just been more of an alternate colour/material. I don't need them, but i'd actually like to see more shoes with alternate uppers, even drops, not just colours. I know it would start to get pretty niche, but with shoes being so expensive, I'd love the choice. I'll take the Kinvara Pro midsole with the Triumph 21 upper thanks.
ForeverRun is such an underrated shoe, eats up miles and very dependable/comfortable. Nearly bought a second pair but decided to try something new instead.
love the lineup stuff Excited I finally get my SuperBlast today (supposedly) I know I am weird but do enjoy the Cumulus and I dont find the Novablast the way that I think so many others do but your description of he GlideRide I like better than the Nimbus 25 that I do have - excited to check out the racers after the SuperBlasts - I am wondering though how the Puma MagMax will compare to this shoe I know its coming up in your reviews soon.,
Nice. My current rotation is: NB3 (daily), MS4 (tempo, threshold), SB1 (LR w WO), SkyP. But I need a fast turnover shoe for hill repeats, fartleks, track work, VO2 max. I thought of the Hyperspeed. I appreciate a recommendatoin. Thanks, Mike.
Ran a marathon in VF3, caused me footpain at 27K. Ran another marathon 3 weeks later in rather new Novablast 4, much tougher course, no issues, 13 min faster. I even ran 90K the week postmarathon. Will do a 1/2 in Superblast 2 on Sunday, aiming for a good experience instead of a New PB. You think SB will be faster than NB4?
@@kofuzi absolutely I will and I will continue to watch your videos BUT it has to be said that there is something just a little weird to see people wined and dined by a brand and then turn around and review their products. I am not trying to be a jerk just getting my feelings out there. People can tell me to take a hike but I believe it’s worth saying out loud.
@@CC-hy1lx Yeah all I'm saying is that there is a little bit of a conflict of interest here. I guess at least it's all out in the open as both channels had lots of videos showing off all the high end stuff they got to do with Asics. Oh well.
Hmmm 🤔 I’ve just started using my third pair of the Glideride 3, so they won’t need replacing for a long time. But I use them as my daily trainers/ long run shoes and More v4 for recovery runs. Not sure I’d be replacing the Glideride 3s with this new Glideride.
My question is, how much longer will Asics keep pushing Gel? At this point with the super foams, the Gel is basically irrelevant besides being a marketing tool. Additionally, Gel in the heel would be utterly worthless for anyone but an extreme heel striker (that is, if the Gel does anything at all.)
I have the Superblast and I am about to receive the Novablast and will use the two to train during the fall and winter. I cant decide yet if I will go for the magic speed 4 or the metaspeed sky to round out my 3 shoe rotation next year. Im leaning towards the magic speed since I will both train and race in them. (10k-HM) does that sound logical? Edit: this might be the wrong video for that question but I wrote it during the lineup explanation.
Are we counting this as the long lost cumulus review? I feel like it counts. My partner loves the noosa tri as a workout shoe so maybe we need to look at the glideride now
I love the novablast 3 for my daily trainers. What would you recommend for a mostly downhill marathon? I’m running the Las Vegas marathon in Nov and it’s all downhill 😅
You are in contact with Asics when reviewing these shoes, right? Could you please add the info if the shoe will come in size 14/15 when doing reviews. On paper the Glideride Max sounds amazing but so did the Superblast 2 and that one is only size 13
Hi Ko. Unrelated to the video but I can never make your live streams 😢 it seems like Rabbit are selling to the UK now. I love my janji half tights. How do the rabbit ones compare, they seem very similar but cheaper by £20. I seem to remember you saying they were either slightly thinner or thicker?? Also whats Rabbits racing singlet, so many different ones on their website. Much love from England. Very jealous you got to run London.
So alternate lines of shoes, but neither includes the Gel-Kayano that reviewers were touting as the greatest daily trainer EVAH! not so long back. It's all getting very very silly indeed.
Once again, that "Asics explained" section is fantastic! It really helps me understand where each shoe excels
glad it's helpful!
Yeah that’s one of the best part of your reviews
@@kofuzi Suggestion on your favorite walking shoe?
That superblast 2 is the shoe I would pick for a comrades marathon.
I ran my first marathon in the Superblast. It was definitely the correct choice. It is excels at marathon pace quite well without a plate. Not to mention, I recovered much faster post-marathon.
@@Ben-yw8behad superblast 1 reached 400miles and superblast 2 that just arrived, i can say theres lot of improvement in upper and ff turbo+ sole. And I agree, non plated shoes gives quicker recovery. Thats why I avoid plated shoes if theres another option.
Returned the superblast, just too Narrow.
Superblast makes my toes itchy and hurts on while running on grass and I need more cushion ngl
The Gliderides 3 was a great shoe, glad ASICS didn’t give up on this shoe. Your video was a nice testament to how great the shoe was only overshadowed by a great Novablast v3.
My Nimbus 25s are getting close to needing to be replaced hmmm 🤔 Perfect review, as always, Mike. Thank you.
could be a really nice shoe to follow up with
Mine too
@@kofuzi could you please suggest a comfortable walking shoe that can also be used for standing? I have plantar fasciitis.
Thanks for the review Mike. I had all the 3 series of Glideride. Heavy and built like a tank for cruising. Really loved them very much. Hope the Glideride max lived up to the lineage of its predecessors.
I own and run in the Glide Ride 3s so I'm glad you did a review on the latest one because I love my Glide Ride 3s...
Thank you Kofuzi, these reviews are so earnest and well edited.
It's great to hear that the Pumas are so good and that they secretly inspire you. They're like a secret favorite. Puma should not be underestimated. Asics are also super great sneakers alongside other big companies.
Just had a long day of work and very tired from it. Winding down to relax watching this video. What way to end the day
Damn, this is the year of the STACK. So many 40+mm offerings. Is this what runners are asking for or is it just a trend?
Even though this shoe has a high stack, it doesn’t look thick in terms of the midsole height. 😮
@@wonkydonkey7899 Max Stack Wars! Not complaining, but it’s kind of wild that this is “normal.” I busted out an old pair of Nimbus 23 the other day, which is cushy as ever at what feels like half of the stack height.
@@italiansurprise I suppose these days all the running shoes from major brands have about the same stack height or higher, so visually it makes this shoe very typical and normal looking. 👀
I love it! Keeping this 56 year old with a 45 year “training age” healthy and motivated.
@@sschwen8050 yes sir, maximal stack and high drop are the norm of running shoes now. Maybe someday we could revert to low-stack shoes, but I doubt it. lol at least you’re one happy camper who benefits greatly from high stack running shoes, which also help your performance and save your legs at your age. 😃
I still have the Glideride 2 and ahar is still intact. The upper is going to waste away but the outsole is not. Definitely a 2000km training shoe. The heel/midToToe feeling that Kofuzi is describing is very much present in this pair.
Originally wanted the Superblast 2s, but they we're sold out. These started to grab my attention. I think they look good also, and I thought they would be a good enough option, but then Puma came out with the MagMax is White 🤤. Then they sold out once I wanted to pull the trigger. Even though Asics just restocked, I've already made up my mind on the MagMax. ❤
FF BLAST MAX 🔥
I am stuck on either trying other brands, going for the superblast 2, or these. My superblast are just about to hit 600km and still feel good so I am in no rush.
Another great video, Mr. Kofuzi. Personally, I still feel the Novablast 3 is softer than the Nimbus. Have a great one, everybody!
I can't remember which video I had a long and borderline silly discussion of how soft is a function of time. feels like it would be a good time to have that link handy
Oh boy. Hope this means there will be a new evo-ride.
(First shoe I bought when I started thinking about running shoes seriously, after watching the kofuzi video on it. And boy, I loved that shoe and would take a fresh pair no hesitation - for a reasonable price that is).
These give me massive nimbus lite vibes like they could have totally just called these nimbus lite or nimbus elite. Feels like asics version of a cloud monster hyper.
I will say these seem less versatile and the price point seems kinda higher then expected. Compared to the rest of market these seems to be more of a recovery/daily trainer rather then a performance trainer.
I guess that’s refreshing in a market filled with 40mm plus and carbon/nylon plates. Having a shoe that feels comfortable and not as aggressive is nice.
Thanks for the great track selection… Power Druid - camouflage… adding it to my running playlist…
Can't wait! Tried a few shoes after having to retire my OG GlideRides and missed out on the V3's. Interesting point on the perceived sinking into the shoe feel, could be an attempt to pronounce that feeling for the bigger guys instead of them just sinking into the midsole quicksand style, like I did with my Nimbus 25's.
I go straight from NB3/NB4 to SB1 and require nothing in between.
But I like living in a world with more options rather than fewer.
Will probably check out FFB Max when it inevitably hits the NB5.
NB for daily and SB for workouts/racing?
Thanks Kofuzi really helpful. You obvs have a relationship with Asics. Any chance of nudging them to make more of their line fit us bigger footed runners. I'm a Euro 50.5 and the Superblast that I want isn't in this size. Please can u help us flipper footed runners
Great channel
Andy
Thanks, it helps differentiate from all the other Asics shoes.
A good description. Now, I have the Brooks Ghost Max 1. Like to Kofuzi. Cheers.
Glideride 3 marketed as 6mm drop but runrepeat did the lab test and it was closer to 11m. Hope this doesent have the same effect
The Puma Foreverrun doesn't have a second version but they did silently bring out the Knit version. It has a lower drop 7.5 Vs 10.
I gave my originals away but I love the Knit version. Would recommend it to anyone who has considered trying the shoe.
That's interesting . I absolutely hated the upper on the original. I just could not lock it down, even after tightening the laces so much that they left marks on the top of my feet. I saw the knit ones, but thought they must have just been more of an alternate colour/material. I don't need them, but i'd actually like to see more shoes with alternate uppers, even drops, not just colours. I know it would start to get pretty niche, but with shoes being so expensive, I'd love the choice. I'll take the Kinvara Pro midsole with the Triumph 21 upper thanks.
ForeverRun is such an underrated shoe, eats up miles and very dependable/comfortable. Nearly bought a second pair but decided to try something new instead.
Great t-shirt, love the message !
love the lineup stuff Excited I finally get my SuperBlast today (supposedly) I know I am weird but do enjoy the Cumulus and I dont find the Novablast the way that I think so many others do but your description of he GlideRide I like better than the Nimbus 25 that I do have - excited to check out the racers after the SuperBlasts - I am wondering though how the Puma MagMax will compare to this shoe I know its coming up in your reviews soon.,
Nice. My current rotation is: NB3 (daily), MS4 (tempo, threshold), SB1 (LR w WO), SkyP. But I need a fast turnover shoe for hill repeats, fartleks, track work, VO2 max. I thought of the Hyperspeed. I appreciate a recommendatoin. Thanks, Mike.
How would it compare to the Puma MagMax?
Kofuzi for president!!!
Great review as ever. The irony of the t-shirt is hilarious, if it were true, the t-shirt would be unnecessary.
I think I like it !
Thanks for the video.
Ran a marathon in VF3, caused me footpain at 27K. Ran another marathon 3 weeks later in rather new Novablast 4, much tougher course, no issues, 13 min faster. I even ran 90K the week postmarathon. Will do a 1/2 in Superblast 2 on Sunday, aiming for a good experience instead of a New PB. You think SB will be faster than NB4?
15:50 Runners high definition
Tech wise this is like Nimbus 26 and Glideride Max to 1080 v13 and Vongo v6.
Another great video! 👍👍👍
thanks!
@kofuzi
Completely off topic
But will you be reviewing the Hoka Mach x2
Thank you Mike.
thanks for watching!
I don’t know when I see all the stuff ASICS gave you and let you do in Paris I have a hard time taking this kind of stuff seriously.
fair enough. I trust you will apply the same standards when evaluating other opinions.
@@kofuzi absolutely I will and I will continue to watch your videos BUT it has to be said that there is something just a little weird to see people wined and dined by a brand and then turn around and review their products. I am not trying to be a jerk just getting my feelings out there. People can tell me to take a hike but I believe it’s worth saying out loud.
Valid comment to be fair.
Haha had the same thoughts with Believe in the Run, they were pushing ASICS soooo hard during the Olympic weeks.
@@CC-hy1lx Yeah all I'm saying is that there is a little bit of a conflict of interest here. I guess at least it's all out in the open as both channels had lots of videos showing off all the high end stuff they got to do with Asics. Oh well.
Excited for FF Blast Maxx. What day is your Chicago Marathon Shake out run, Friday or Saturday?
Hmmm 🤔
I’ve just started using my third pair of the Glideride 3, so they won’t need replacing for a long time.
But I use them as my daily trainers/ long run shoes and More v4 for recovery runs.
Not sure I’d be replacing the Glideride 3s with this new Glideride.
Thanks mike! Hoping to see some Hoka Mach X2 review
I've got a bit of a backlog with all the travel I've been doing this summer. it's on the list.
@@kofuzi thanks bro, rest if you can. 🙏🏻
I actually love the Cumulus, at least my 25 TR is fantastic. I’m not sure what I’ll replace it with when it’s done for but this shoe looks promising.
glad to hear that's working for you!
Can’t imagine a shoe that is softer than the Nimbus 26 which is already one of the softest shoes I’ve ever tried.
I forget which video I had a rant about it, but the gist of it was that the perception of softness is incredibly complex and variable
My question is, how much longer will Asics keep pushing Gel? At this point with the super foams, the Gel is basically irrelevant besides being a marketing tool. Additionally, Gel in the heel would be utterly worthless for anyone but an extreme heel striker (that is, if the Gel does anything at all.)
Curious to know how this stacks up against a shoe like the more v5. Idk if you tested that yet 🤔 but maybe versus more V4? Both max cushion shoes
Hi Kofuzi
Sorry was wondering what happened to your Alphafly 3 review video?
Glideride 1 and 2 were great. Still have both. Metaride was absolute rubbish. Might need to get this one.
Start a Kofuzi video to learn about a shoe …stay to learn about 43 other shoes.
So... no sole tunnel, no rocks grabbed! Good! The big problem with the 3 is the amount of rocks attached to the sole in the end of every run!
I have the Superblast and I am about to receive the Novablast and will use the two to train during the fall and winter.
I cant decide yet if I will go for the magic speed 4 or the metaspeed sky to round out my 3 shoe rotation next year. Im leaning towards the magic speed since I will both train and race in them. (10k-HM) does that sound logical?
Edit: this might be the wrong video for that question but I wrote it during the lineup explanation.
I use nimbus 26 for easy runs and sometimes long runs do you think this will be a good replacement
Are we counting this as the long lost cumulus review? I feel like it counts. My partner loves the noosa tri as a workout shoe so maybe we need to look at the glideride now
I feel like we are a fan of ASICS and Puma
some people have primary bias. some people have recency bias.
and then there's confirmation bias.
@@kofuzieither way I love your videos
I love the novablast 3 for my daily trainers. What would you recommend for a mostly downhill marathon? I’m running the Las Vegas marathon in Nov and it’s all downhill 😅
Can you use these shoes for walking or will the plate negate comfort?
Like the haircut!❤
thanks!
I remember trying the metaride about 5 years ago, and I didn’t like it much. I felt like running on a thick piece of plywood. 😅
Nice T-shirt. And it's true, tout le monde regarde le sport féminin !
Any info on the actual release date on ASICS official site?
You are in contact with Asics when reviewing these shoes, right? Could you please add the info if the shoe will come in size 14/15 when doing reviews. On paper the Glideride Max sounds amazing but so did the Superblast 2 and that one is only size 13
Hi Ko. Unrelated to the video but I can never make your live streams 😢 it seems like Rabbit are selling to the UK now. I love my janji half tights. How do the rabbit ones compare, they seem very similar but cheaper by £20. I seem to remember you saying they were either slightly thinner or thicker?? Also whats Rabbits racing singlet, so many different ones on their website. Much love from England. Very jealous you got to run London.
Yo! Q- who is the artist in the "Yo whats going on" song?
Do you think this would be better than a Nimbus for half marathon paces?
Are you sure that is “softer” than the Nimbus 26 ? 🤷🏻♂️
can u please do the hoka mach x2, also need “hoka line explained” part
I have a backlog of shoes I need to get to
How does this feel compared to the Glycerin 21?
Is he ever going to review the Nike Pegasus Plus?
Thursday or Friday
ah yes the midfoot forefoot strike Nimbus
Is this sold only in the US?
how does it compare to the puma magmax?
I haven't yet test the mag max
Why??? How high is too high?
Sizing? True to Size?
yes
First from the Philippines🇵🇭
yo
It just reminds me of the nimbus. Can someone explain the major differences, I don’t have time to watch the whole vid rn
I keep checking,: is this video on 2.x speed? Or is this dude anxious to get back on the road to get running again?
Thank god there is no pebble catching grove.
The Superduperblast?
could be, I suppose
Chance Streets
So alternate lines of shoes, but neither includes the Gel-Kayano that reviewers were touting as the greatest daily trainer EVAH! not so long back. It's all getting very very silly indeed.
Try puma mag max
Yo, what’s going on!!
yo Luis!
🫡
Same colours as the Ghost Max...
I supposed you bought your teeshirt in Paris ;)
Everybody watch female sport
I bought it before I went to Paris so I could have it while there
Looks like a gel excite with a sole on steroids.
i bet that ff max is supercritical foam
I'm excited to see what it's like when a midsole is all FF Blast Max
Glideride 3 is heavy and clunky. Terrible shoe. Hope Glideride Max is different.