ASICS Superblast 2 Reviews

Their Superblast 2 still felt great on a run after probably 400 miles, slappy as it is.

Calls their Superblast 2 a tank.

A 135 lb runner who needed about 150 miles to break in the Superblast 2; after that it feels perfect. Their pair is at 225 miles and still has plenty of life left.

Only thought the Superblast 2 was good enough to keep at first, but after moving abroad used it for every run for four months with no complaints. It is about to become their highest-mileage shoe.

1,050 km on one Superblast 2 and 240 km on a second: it carried a new runner through marathon prep, shining on long runs mixing MP and easy pace, with a slightly wide toe box they came to appreciate.

They put over 600 miles on their Superblast 2s before retiring them and buying a second pair.

At 600 miles the Superblast 2 is still going strong after recovery runs, Pfitz long runs, MP work, tempos and their first marathon; only a bit too much stack for VO2max work.

A half-marathon runner who ran about 400 miles (600 km) in roughly six weeks, across long runs of 22-32 km, tempo work and some recovery runs. They praise its versatility, grip on wet grass and corners, and how well the sole and foam held up, and call it excellent for long runs. They say it is not built for fast track reps, the 45 mm stack is too tall to race in, the toe box is slightly narrow, the foam lost a little pop, and they found the price and UK availability negatives.

A heavier midfoot striker at 207 miles uses the Superblast 2 for everything and set a half PR: stiff at first, it softened around 40 miles into rebound and stays protective deep into long runs.

A 2:56 marathoner at 1000 km changed their mind on the Superblast 2: at first too firm, without much rocker and like slamming slabs of foam, though extremely comfortable around the foot; it came good with mileage.

1200 km in the Superblast 2 and it is by far the best shoe on the market for them, ahead of the Endorphin Speed 4, Zoom Fly 6, Magic Speed 4 and others.

Two pairs of Superblast 2 have each done about 1500 km, though the tread wears faster than on their Novablasts.

Has almost 400 miles on the Superblast 2 and the midsole looks unfazed; thinks it could go 800 miles and will keep it for its traction. The EVO SL is faster and more fun, but the Superblast 2 offers more protection.

After 400+ km it is their best daily/long-run trainer: balanced cushion and bounce, handles easy to tempo runs, fits well and shows little wear at 66 kg.

A smooth, reliable long-run workhorse: soft-but-firm, slightly bouncier than v1, roomy toe box, no hot spots. 250+ miles in and it 'still looks fresh'; one tester says it works for easy days and as a race shoe up to the marathon.

Amanda Brooks found it stable despite the 45 mm stack, with a consistent ride through about 200 miles and foam that has not gone mushy. The outsole still grips on wet roads, and she expects another 200–300 miles. The toe box felt short and shallow at first; the $200 price is the main drawback.

Has done 200 miles in the Superblast 2 and it still looks and feels new, unlike Nimbus uppers that split and a Cumulus that felt dead by 250 miles. Expects to get as many miles again, which justifies the price for them.

After 200 miles, a 190lb runner says the Superblast 2 barely looks used, has a plusher upper and more responsive foam than v1, and is their go-to 90% of the time.

After 300 km including a marathon, theirs still feel like new.

Still solid after 350 miles on their first pair; a newer colourway felt much the same apart from slightly more heel slip. Plans to race a marathon in them instead of Endorphin Pro 3s.