Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 8.4 oz · 46/38mm stack · 8mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The ASICS Superblast 2 replaced it
How it ranks
The ASICS Superblast is one of the strongest daily trainers in our data. Looks and comfort are its strongest sub-ratings. Most runners who compared it with another shoe preferred it. The rating is based on 51 runner reviews and 2 other rated shoes in the Superblast product line.
Confidence
How settled the rating is against every other rated shoe. A shoe can rate high on confidence with relatively few reviews of its own when its product line has a long record and external ratings from retailer sites agree. Confidence is low when we have few ratings or when runners disagree.
Confidence
96 Very high
External retailer ratings
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“Stiff outer midsole creates snap without the strain drawbacks of a plate.”
“Doesn't feel like losing yourself when the foam compresses; gives nice springback.”
“Snappy enough for quick running, cushioned enough to run long.”
“High stack gives feet a break from pounding on easy days.”
“Responsive enough for tempos without feeling weighed down or bulky.”
“The FFturbo and thin layer of FFblast+ is a very good level of softness.”
“Effortlessly takes 15 seconds off each mile.”
“400+ miles with essentially no wear.”
“Slightly narrow in midfoot, while toebox height quite large.”
“Stiffness prevents foot injuries that flexible shoes cause.”
“Gets 400-500 miles instead of typical 300.”
“Foam mostly unprotected and wears somewhat quickly.”
“With 34mm front height, ankle twists on uneven surfaces seem inevitable.”
“Half size down recommended.”
“Hard to know if it's worth the premium price.”
“One of the most expensive trainers on the market.”
“Tongue is too long and rubs against foot.”
“Shoe runs a little large.”
“Quite expensive, not ideal for tight budgets.”
“Shows dirt and wear.”
73% 19/26
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Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale
Each dot is one rated shoe for sale, placed by its rating and by how much evidence sits behind it. Shoes toward the top right are both well rated and well established.
Better Shoes Rating
Each dot is one version of the Superblast, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.
Release year
2026 · 4 reviews
93 Excellent
60 Confidence
2024 · 14 reviews
96 Excellent
83 Confidence
Superblast This shoe
2023 · 51 reviews
99 Exceptional
96 Confidence
Sizing and ride details at a glance.
5/5
Overall
Usually only get 300 miles out of shoe but have managed to get 400-500. On second pair. Light, durable, and cushioned (but not too much). Hoping the 2nd version is even better
Anonymous runner · Dec 17, 2023
65 mpw training for a marathon came from the ASICS Novablast 3
5/5
Overall
I was late to try the Superblast and wish I would have gotten on board sooner. It is proving to be very durable. For me it is the ultimate in versatility. Snappy enough for quick running, cushioned enough to run long,
Todd Voigt · Dec 3, 2023
35 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the HOKA Mach 5
5/5
Overall
As an ex track and field college athlete and having a surgically repaired achilles, I gave this shoe a try as an alternative to carbon plated shoes. So far it’s been great, very responsive and cushioned. I’ve done a few 10K and a couple of 12 milers on them. Very comfortable. Not a lot to say on durability as I’ve had them for approx. 10 weeks only.
Anonymous runner · Nov 30, 2023
35 mpw training for a half marathon came from the HOKA Clifton 9
5/5
Overall
The only complaint i have about this shoe is that the tongue is too long, and rubs against my foot. I have solved this problem by folding it down and tying the laces over it, but I would prefer not to have to do this. The shoe is very comfortable and responsive, and is good for easy runs and speedwork. It does show dirt and wear.
Anonymous runner · Nov 29, 2023
25 mpw training for a marathon came from the Saucony Endorphin Shift 3
5/5
Overall
I run 18+ miles several times per week and these shoes are great to have in the rotation. I have 400+ miles in them and they have essentially no wear. I don't miss the carbon plate and feel like they are great for wet or dry miles.
Anonymous runner · Oct 1, 2023
25 mpw training for a marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 40
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