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Superblast 2
5.0 (1 review)Today's tracked prices
- 01365RiderLIVE£146.07£200.00−27%
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Our verdict
The Asics Superblast 2 is the rare running shoe that does almost everything, and does it well. It is a super trainer, not a racer, with a towering, springy midsole and no carbon plate, yet it still has the bounce and turnover most runners chase on plated shoes. We rate it as one of the most versatile daily trainers you can buy. At 249g it is not light for a no-plate shoe, but you forget the weight once that big stack starts rolling you forward. Easy miles feel plush, long runs feel protected, and a tempo or a half marathon brings out a genuinely lively ride. The catch is the price: at an RRP of £200 it sits in race-shoe territory, so it asks a lot up front for a do-it-all trainer. If you want one premium shoe for most of your week, this is the one to beat. Those after pure daily value should look at the cheaper Asics Novablast 5.
Key features
- Towering cushioned midsoleSoaks up impact on easy days and protects your legs deep into long runs
- Plateless springy rideGives you real bounce and return without the rigid, race-only feel of a carbon plate
- Wide stable baseSteadies that tall stack so neutral runners feel planted at steady paces
- Light for its sizeKeeps turnover quick despite the big platform, so tempo efforts still feel lively
- Breathable engineered upperLocks your foot down cleanly and stays cool on warm, long efforts
Who it suits
Who should buy it
- Runners who want one premium shoe to cover most of their training week
- Neutral runners chasing a soft but lively ride for long runs and tempo
- Marathon and half marathon trainers who want protection without a stiff plate
- Heel strikers and heavier runners who need deep, lasting cushioning
Who should not buy it
- You overpronate or need stability features to stay aligned
- You want a budget daily trainer and balk at the £200 price
- You mainly do short, sharp speedwork that needs a precise, snappy shoe
- You prefer a low, firm, ground-feel ride close to the road
Best uses
Extra information
Fit & sizing
The Superblast 2 fits true to size for most runners, so order your usual Asics size and you should be fine. The toe box has a touch more room than a typical racer, with enough width and height for toes to splay on longer efforts, though it is not a wide fit and runners with genuinely broad feet may find it snug across the forefoot. Midfoot lockdown is secure without feeling clamped, and the heel holds well with no slipping once laced. The engineered upper wraps the foot cleanly and needs little breaking in. If you are between sizes, or you like a roomier long-run fit, going half a size up is reasonable, but most people will not need to. For wider feet that struggle here, a roomier daily option like the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v15 is worth a look.
Performance breakdown
Ride & feel
This is where the Superblast 2 earns its reputation. The tall midsole gives a soft initial landing that quickly turns springy as you roll through, so the ride feels protective at easy pace and genuinely energetic when you push on. There is no plate dictating the motion, which keeps things natural underfoot, yet you still get a clear sense of return at toe-off. Hold a steady tempo and it comes alive. The trade-off is some instability from the height and a ride that is more bouncy than precise, so it is not the shoe for sharp, twitchy speedwork. Against the plated Hoka Mach X 2 it feels smoother and more forgiving, if a little less aggressive.
Cushioning
Cushioning is the headline here, and there is a lot of it. The deep midsole soaks up impact on easy runs and stays comfortable deep into long efforts, which is exactly what you want from a high-mileage trainer. It manages the difficult balance of feeling soft on landing while still giving energy back, so you do not get the dead, mushy sensation that very soft shoes can have past 20km. Heavier runners and heel strikers get plenty of protection, and lighter runners get a responsive platform that does not bottom out. For most road distances, from recovery jogs to the marathon, there is more than enough underfoot to keep your legs fresh.
Stability
This is a neutral shoe with no medial posts or guidance features, so it is built for runners with efficient, neutral mechanics. The very tall stack means there is some natural wobble, particularly on tight corners, uneven surfaces or when you are tired late in a run. The wide base and reasonably structured heel claw back a fair amount of that, and most neutral runners will feel planted enough at steady paces. But if you actively need stability or you overpronate, this is not the shoe for you, and a dedicated support trainer like the Asics GT-2000 14 will serve you far better. Treat the Superblast 2 as a neutral cruiser, not a corrective one.
Upper & comfort
The engineered mesh upper is comfortable and breathable, with a clean wrap that locks the foot without hot spots. There is light, sensible padding around the collar and a tongue that sits flat and does not slide, so lockdown stays consistent from the first mile to the last. Breathability is good for warmer runs and long efforts where your feet heat up. It is a premium upper that matches the price, finished well and free of the seams or pressure points that ruin long days. Most runners will get a secure, no-fuss fit straight out of the box with no break-in needed.
Reviews (1)
One of the best all-rounders
Insane amount of cushioning for how light it feels, and the FF Turbo+ foam keeps it lively rather than sluggish. Easy days, long runs, tempos, it handles everything. Upper is comfy straight out of the box with no hotspots.
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Specifications
| Category | Super Trainer |
| Surface | Road |
| Drop | 8mm |
| Heel Stack | 45.5mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 37.5mm |
| Weight | 249g |
| Carbon Plated | No |
| Stability | No |