Gel Cumulus 26 Cushion Daily Trainer Gel Nimbus 26 Max Cushion Gel Kayano 31 Max Stability Cushion Novablast 4 Daily Trainer Superblast 2 Long Run/Tempo/Marathon Trainer/Super Trainer Hyper Speed 4 Minimalist/Short Distance Trainer Noosa Tri 16 Fast Run/Short Distance Trainer Magic Speed 4 Tempo Run/Short Distance 5K/10K Trainer/Super Trainer Meta Speed Sky/Edge Paris Racing/Competition/Super Shoes
Great video, thanks for sharing your thoughts. I just picked up a pair of the MagicSpeed, and I’m quite impressed. It has that racing shoe feel without that racing shoe price. I think it’s a great marathon option for those of us who don’t want to spend $250 or more, or if you’re not chasing a PR or some other time standard. As a matter of fact, I’m planning on using them for my marathon next month.
Currently rotating the Superblast 2 for my long runs, recovery runs, and practice long race sessions and the Magic Speed 4 for my tempo and interval work. Still very much undecided which shoe I want to run my first half marathon in. I guess I'm just a little nervous at how my legs are going to react to the carbon plate over 13.1. Over my longest runs so far (10+ miles) I feel terrific after the Superblast 2.
Lucky enough to own both but yet to test the magic speed 4. Looking forward to it though. The magic speed is actually 90% FF blast plus foam and the turbo foam logo on the side is a bit confusing / misleading. The only turbo foam is a small puck in the forefoot below the plate. Not that that’s a bad thing I guess but misleading still.
From what I can tell, that’s where the Magic Speed differs most from the Metaspeed Paris. Have you tried the racer? I’d eventually be curious to hear your thoughts about the difference in feel (or lack thereof) between the two shoes.
@@marathonhandbook yeah I have the sky Paris and done a few very good races in it. It’s absolutely fantastic probably my fav racer ever period. I can only compare step in feel but the magic speed feels a lot firmer than the sky Paris. Just coming back from an injury so having to resist testing the magic speed 4 until another week or two but it sounds great.
Yes very misleading, only after you have seen a lot of reviews and research then you know. I have both SB2 and Magic Speed 4 but not yet Sky/Edge Paris, not sure why you say magic speed 4 is firmer then Sky Paris when it has most of FF Blast +, shouldn't it be softer?
For me, Magic speed 4 is the only option to race, because I'm a super pronator runner and the new form of SKY/EDGE at the midsole (more narrow) it's bad for me, instead, magic speed 4 is more stable
The MS4 is certainly aggressive enough to be a racing shoe. What have you worn in the past? I’d suggest you try it on in a store before deciding on it, just to make sure you’re comfortable with its hardness.
I am running on asics gt4000 now, I love the support but they are not really fast. I want something faster for my 10-20km running sessions. Do you have any recommendations that I could look at? How well do the superblast and magic speed support your feet? Any advice would be much appreciated:)
Hey there, Out of the two shoes in this video, the Magic Speed 4 is the fastest, but the Superblast 2 is built more similarly to the GT4000, and certainly offers more support than the Magic Speed. So I'd recommend the Superblast 2, if you want to stick with ASICS, and don't mind their higher price point.
Still torn between vaporfly 3 and asics magic speed 4 for my speed sessions, any suggestions? (I’m currently rocking pegasus 38 & novablast 3 for my dailies)
The Vaporfly 3s are faster than the Magic Speed 4s, but they are a racing shoe (probably a bit less supportive and durable). So, it depends whether you prioritize speed or support when you are working out.
I struggle with an ITB that acts up every now and then. Currently running in Asics Fuji Light 3. I read that the Gel Nimbus 25 might be more ideal for me? I don't have the opportunity to try on these different types of shoes and normally have to order online due to limited availability where we live. Your input would be greatly appreciated!
Hey Gina, it’s Alex. The Nimbus 25 are worth a try - they’re more supportive than the Fuji, and are made to withstand more running. Plus, the Fuji is more of a specific trail shoe; whereas the Nimbus does better on various terrains (and especially the road).
What’s a better pairing option, superblast 2 with magic speed 4 or superblast 2 with gel nimbus 26? Superblast is my daily trainer, just not sure if I should go with plate or recovery shoe
Hey there, if you like the Superblast 2 as your daily trainer, and you want something faster for workouts, then go with the Magicspeed 4. But if you want a second shoe that feels a lot like your first, go with the Nimbus 26. But if you go with the Nimbus 26, that will probably become your trainer, and the Superblast 2 will probably become your workout shoe (being the fastest of the two). And keep in mind that the Magicspeed 4 feels nothing like the Superblast 2: so prepare for runs that feel far different (which is OK, if you like both shoes!)
I was told the Asics Superblast 2 is a great all-rounder shoe. I know runners often have different shoes for LSD, speed, and other types of runs, but is there an all-rounder shoe you’d recommend? Let's say someone is on a super tight budget and can only afford one shoe for everything. I want to hear your thoughts!
If you’re married to ASICS, the Nimbus 26 is a solid all-rounder that won’t cost you as much as the Superblast. (Pro tip: the Nimbus 25, last year’s model, is nearly as good and usually cheaper) Other options: New Balance 1080V13, Brooks Glycerin 21. Light enough for a fast run, supportive enough for everyday training.
@@marathonhandbook Thank you so much for your thoughtful response! I truly appreciate your recommendations. The Nimbus 26 and the other options you mentioned sound perfect, and I’m grateful for your guidance. Your help means a lot. thank you once again! 🙏
The Novablast 4 are the Superblast 2s with a bit less bounce, because theh don’t have the responsive light FF Turbo Plus foam. Hence the price difference. Otherwise, they’re similar. The Superblasts are a tad taller and lighter, but not enough to notice.
Maybe you can help me understand what happened within ASICS corporate about 5 years ago? That company was dead!! Suddenly they are at the forefront of the running shoe world.
Sometimes, it’s for training purposes. The idea is to wear an illegal-for-racing, super-cushioned shoe in training, and then have a legal pair for races. Speaking of illegal shoes, check out these 58 mm stack height kicks from Puma: marathonhandbook.com/puma-fast-rb-nitro-elite/
Lets make asics great again! Japan quality product and the factory glue really last like forever unlike other brands their factory flue causes sole separation in a short period og using
