Hoka Skyward X vs Asics Superblast: Battle of the max-stack super-trainers
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ค. 2024
- The Asics Superblast and Hoka Skyward X are both super-trainers with huge stacks of foam underfoot, and huge price tags.. The Superblast is the lighter, more versatile shoe, while the Skyward X is more focused on cruising through long runs. Nick has done a a lot of miles in both shoes and gives his verdict on the pros and cons of both here.
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JUMP STRAIGHT IN:
00:00 - Intro
01:24 - Design & Key Stats
02:47 - How’s The Fit
03:24 - The Run Test
06:37 - Verdict
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I’m excited for Superblast 2 since Superblast is already a good shoe to begin with
Let's hope they don't ruin it.
When is the superblast 2 coming out?
@@ourwilliam2405probably by July or before that
@@MrJaydog999thanks
Happy running
This shouldn't even be a competition Superblast is like 4 Ounces lighter, its a no brainer
Don’t agree! Superblast way too stiff for lighter runners … and not pleasant to run in everyday
@@NickBrittenwrong.
@@mrsillybear Read the reports about regular use of high stack shoes like Superblast … everyday shoes that are bad for your mechanics and leave you running with wooden legs is not a great thing to excited about, don’t you think? The antithesis of bear foot running 🤦🏻♂️
@@NickBritten I do run in the superblast and I’m definitely what you would consider a lighter runner, works a dream. If anything high stacked rockered shoes can decrease lower limb injuries which I have had plenty of wearing more minimal shoes.
Superblast is firmer than other high stack shoes so doesn't cause the same issues. Once broken in it's dense, protective and stable. @@NickBritten
Thanks for this review. The Skyward X looks like a great shoe; however, the Cielo X1 can do all those things, plus speedier runs, making it more versatile. I am a fan of super stacked shoes, so hopefully, I can try this one, and maybe I can consider buying it in the future.
Agree except Cielo X is crazy unstable and doesn’t fit as well as the Skyward X
just got my skyward x today, looks like I'm gonna love it, need this easy pace shoes in my life.
Horses for courses, Asics Superblast for me and it's proven, does all the Skyward X can and more but can see why people would go for the Hoka if they do more easy/long runs.
Here in the US, its a no brainer! Superblast all day, every day. Plus, if you are a first responder, teacher, etc. Asics gives you another 20% off. No way the Skyward X is even in the same conversation.
A better comparison would be Hoka Skyward X vs PXS v2
I have the superblast and honestly they tend to beat my feet up a fair bit. Not sure why but I get pretty noticeable foot fatigue from them. They do push me along at a good speed though
same for me sometimes. But they do offer a great cushioning. Short answer for me: I need a better technique for running. And maybe more developed muscles - my quads
I own them both and really like them both, prefer easy days in the hoka and if want to push a little more in the superblast but for speed work use something else. I have a shoe problem, I just keep buying them 😂 legs and feet feel great after a hoka run, not so much after the superblast session
Just bought a superblast, it is softer on easy run and firmer when we pick up the pace, is it just me or not?
Almost 900 miles in my suoerblasts. Just ordered the skywards . We’ll see how they are
I've always wanted to try ASICS' supershoes (both the Metaspeed series and Superblast), but as a UK13/13.5, they never stock above a 12. So for someone like me, the Skyward X seemingly fills that void well 🙏
But how heavy will that be (I'm also a UK13)?!!
I can imagine they’ll be unbelievably hefty. Endorphin Speed may also be an option here!
Yes, a shame about Asics with these examples - I'd love to give them a go. Endorphin Speed is good (have v2), but I'm after something higher-stacked, more cushioned and not more than ~300g to help protect my 40+ year-old legs!
Waiting for Skyward X vs Prime X2 Strung
Hoka needs to slow down with these X shoes.
Superblast way too stiff for lighter runners … not pleasant to run in everyday, which is what it’s designed for. The Hoka Skyward X much more comfortable and plush .. but I still prefer Mach X which still has a high stack and nylon plate … but much lighter 👍
Hoka is too heavy , after some easy miles they feel like bricks on foot
Superblast's FF Blast+ is a stiff foam, probably not good for easy-pace running
Its perfect for easy pace running and picking it up. 350 miles on mine and it feels like the day I got it. Superb shoe.
only a small portion of midsole is ff blast +....90% is ff turbo
TL;DR -- Superblast still super. // Hoka: PICK A LANE, BRO!
Superblast is a very good shoe. Most Hoka fit badly for me. Hoka is also 10 tons heavier. If I want bricks attached to my feet I will get them from a construction store for a lot less money.
Skyward x look better. Superblast is super ugly shoes
Can you update once media released with the superblast2 running turbo+
Biggest niggle, price point demands low weight not a 300+ gram
Asics Superb Superblast vs Hoka Skybigbrickward X.