ASICS SUPERBLAST

This is probably the best overall daily trainer I have ever run in. I typically don’t run in ASICS, but given the outstanding reviews on LRC Better Shoes, I decided to give them a try. They are worth every penny and effortlessly take 15 seconds off each mile.

The last shoe I felt this strongly about, and coincidentally selected because of overwhelmingly positive reviews on the old LRC Shoe Review site, was the Adidas Boston 8. While a completely different type of shoe, it brings back the same joy and effortless propulsion I fondly recall from that old Boston.

Good job ASICS. Good job LRC Better Shoes.

Quite simply the most comfortable shoe I’ve ever run in - I previously enjoyed the Nike Invincible 1 but was disappointed by the 2nd and 3rd iterations. I haven’t touched a pair of Asics shoes in years and am seriously impressed by how they’ve changed. I wear this shoe all my long and recovery runs but have also found them responsive enough to cruise through tempos without feeling weighed down and bulky. Would absolutely recommend to any marathoner. My only complaints are the high price point and durability - the foam is mostly unprotected and wears somewhat quickly.

Ive found the superbast to be a unique shoe. I think it does extremely well at all paces. I have found that I prefer the shoe for faster paces so I've mostly relegated it to long runs where I pick up the speed throughout the run. The foam of the shoe is the highlight for me. The ffturbo and thin layer of ffblast + is a very good level of softness for me. The shoe is definitely extremely cushioned and soft, but I don't feel like I'm losing myself when the foam compresses and it gives me a nice springback. This is especially nice when the pace picks up. I also very much enjoyed the 8mm drop of the shoe as that is my sweet spot. Even being a mid/forefoot striker, I find shoes with drops 6mm or lower to make my calves extremely sore and tight. The only complaint I have about the shoe is the fit. I find it to be ever so slightly narrow in the mid foot, while the toebox height to be quite large. I also think the shoe runs a little large, but going a half size down was too much. I also wish the heel gave me a better lockdown but thats a very minor issue that doesn't bother me too bad. I think if basics could dial in the sizing, and overall width and volume of the shoe, it would be a shoe with very little competition. 

Expensive, but worth it. Perfect for long runs regardless of pace. Cushioned, responsive and supportive enough. Half size down recommended.

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, 

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.

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. 

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. 

Quite a value buy if compare to it's performance. Not as soft NB Supercomp Trainer V1, but the without carbon plate, the bouncy and responsive of Superblast is comparable. 

Running in this shoe is fun. It is comfortable, good cushion while having good spring. I have run easy miles, long runs and tempo runs. It is pricey, so far good durability. Will splurge on this shoe again.