ASICS Megablast Reviews

Firmer and punchier with immediate rebound; a consistent, stable long-run workhorse.

Their pick for 15–22 mile progression runs.

At 400 miles still feels like new; unmatched versatility and a carefree 16-miler.

Handled a 70 km race at easy effort beautifully.

Uses the Megablast for anything over 10 miles and calls it their favorite shoe by far.

With 280 miles in them, rates it the best trainer they have owned: superbly cushioned on 30 km long runs and very responsive and fast on a 5 km effort.

Bought the Megablast for marathon training and found them worth the high price: amazing shoes.

Close to 100 miles in the shoe on paths, pavement, road and gravel, including wet and icy weather. They find the foam bouncy and usable from the first run, lighter and livelier than the Superblast 2, a jack of all trades that suits long runs, with no outsole wear or slipping. The upper is thin and flexible, the thin tongue can press if laced too tightly, and they suggest trying half a size down. They would not race short distances in it and are frustrated by poor availability.

Ran a marathon in the Megablast and found it solid, though overpriced by about $25.

On 10+ mile efforts the Megablast keeps its pop longer than the Vomero Plus and its light weight keeps legs fresher.