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ASICS Superblast 2

A plateless super-trainer stacking race-grade FF Turbo Plus foam over FF Blast Plus Eco for a huge yet remarkably light platform. It handles long runs, uptempo work, and even daily miles with the same effortless bounce, which is why many runners treat it as a one-shoe quiver. The only real obstacle is the price.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack45 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the ASICS Superblast 2 for everyday training miles, long runs and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Daily trainingLong runsSpeed work
Pros
  • Superb energy return without a plate
  • Very light for a 45mm shoe
  • Genuinely versatile from easy to tempo
Cons
  • Expensive for a non-race shoe
  • Tall stack won't suit runners wanting ground feel
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability68
Popularity89
Price60
Versatility60
Lightness78

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$200Price (MSRP)
45 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
8.9 ozMen's weight
7.9 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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