Novablast 3/4, Saucony Triumph 20/21 and Kayano 30/31 got my vote. These are "relatively" cheaper than other model you suggested for LSD. For speed workout and goal marathon pace long run training I use my old plated racer. I couldn't resist the temptation to try out the new plated racer so I always have one pair which only log 100km on it.
Absolutely team Superblast 2, too 😊 Only problem with it: I really have to convince myself that it is useful to use some of my other shoes as well (at least every now and then 😅)
I like my pair as well. I also got the Brooks Hyperion Max for a marathon but I find them not so stable in curves, and they annoy me when the road is slanted.
I have the puma and novablast 3, one major difference ive noticed between them that isnt mentioned is i think the puma ventilation is not very good. I recently wore rhem on a relatively warm ( for Ireland! ) 28k and found them really warm for the the last hour or so. Ive never noticed the same problem in the novablasts. Another thing about the novablasts, unless you need them immediately, the nb4 will probably be shortly making its way to the asics outlet, or at least i picked up a couple of pairs of the NB3 in November 23 on the outlet when they were just over a year old, NB4 are creeping up on that now
I think we're all now a victim of marketing nonsense. A couple of years ago, trainers we now call normal were considering max stack. I think running long in anything around 25-30mm+ is absolutely fine. There's enough data now confirming bigger stack heights cause you to put more pressure through your legs so brands have to try combat this whilst doing something different to sell shoes. I suspect brands will soon start dropping stack heights telling us its gentler on the legs.
Oh man, I love my Puma Velocity Nitro 3 and even that the shoes are narrow and I overpronate, they work marvelously to me. In the next Black Friday I will see if I can get a different colorway of the Velocity to replace my old pair. The Nova Blast in the other hand, I did not like them that much. Too much hype and the Velocity 3 is a 9.5 out of 10 to me while the NB is a 7.5 /10 . Any other cushioning shoes from Asics are better then the NB4 . Not to mention, the grip of the NB4 can be bad even in a dry and clean ground ...
Did my first run in my Prime X 2 Strung today, only 7 miles but I loved them! Just sold my Superblast 2's and replaced them with the Adidas and I have no regrets
It's mostly for the longer easy runs, not races per se. I would say that 15km and above is a long run. Though I guess it would depend from person to person.
I have the Novablast 4TR ,Superblast 2 and NB Rebel V4. Use the Nova for any easy run especially over winter and raining. SB2 for everything else and sometimes my Rebel V4 for anything under 10K and quick plus treadmill. I agree Ben, it’s hard to stop picking up the Superblast 2 every time 😂 Got another pair on way as back up 👍
Just used the Mizuno Neo Vista this morning. Wow!! They really are superb. Never felt such softness and was able to p😢ick up the speed. I got them for £127 on sportsshoes which I think is a steal!
I'm training for my first marathon (it's in 3 weeks) and my long run shoe is the Asics Nimbus, which I use for most of my easy runs as well. I use the Superblast (v1) for the runs that are on the faster side like tempo and threshold runs. The marathon itself will be run in the Metaspeed Edge Paris and I just did a 31km run with them yesterday to have them fully broken in before the race. I was quite surprised how well they behave in wet conditions (unlike the Superblast v1). Yeah, I also have a few non-Asics (Hoka, Adidas and Nike), but I decided to stick to Asics for my marathon training.
I started running about 3 months ago. I've been using the Asics Nimbus 25 (wide foot variant) and no complains so far. Maybe I'll try something else next time
Yeah, about pricing difference in different countries - the moment when everybody talks about budget Puma and best price what I can get in Sweden is equivalent 170eur, in same time Novablast 4 can be bought for 150eur or less.
Can’t comment on the Superblast 2 but definitely like version 1 which I do have, and they are great for a heavy runner at any speed. Not sure I want to try version 2 if they are softer. I did one 5km run in the Hoka SkywardX and they killed my feet and Achilles as they had to overwork due to how unstable they are. Enjoy running in my NB SC Trainer V3 however my knees ache afterwards, I don’t think they are stable enough. I took out my Speed 3’s which I’ve not ran in for months and preferred them to SC V3. Also loving the Hurricane 24 right now. And don’t know why I don’t use them more often but I would Boston 12 are my overall favourite for long runs as heavy runner. I would of course expect shoes to be different when I lose weight.
I just got Novablast 4 and have only had them on feet inside and have to say they feel considerably less bouncy than version 3 when they were new. I still remember walking and jumping in the 3 and how bouncy they felt on the same floor, now they have almost 1000km of running and I replaced them with 4. Has anyone noticed much difference between 3 and 4?
Made the mistake of doing a long run in the superblasts. They collected so much sweat that I had to toss them in the dryer. Since then, they no longer feel as plush - pls let this be a lesson to any other superblast 2 owners. Don’t make this same mistake
Not a hater but if you are someone like who want shoes around $80, these are super expensive. My avg distance is 70 km/week. So i do need multiple shoes. The best method that has worked for me is to wait for older models and get at 50% or if you want something super cheap. Joes new balance outlet is one of the best shop out there, wait for deal (2 in $100). You can save alot and get premium experience
Novablast 3/4, Saucony Triumph 20/21 and Kayano 30/31 got my vote. These are "relatively" cheaper than other model you suggested for LSD. For speed workout and goal marathon pace long run training I use my old plated racer. I couldn't resist the temptation to try out the new plated racer so I always have one pair which only log 100km on it.
Absolutely team Superblast 2, too 😊 Only problem with it: I really have to convince myself that it is useful to use some of my other shoes as well (at least every now and then 😅)
I've put about 250-300km into my Pumas and they only have a little wear to the heel grip so far 👍
I’ve put 692 kms on my Pumas - very impressed with the durability. There is no wear on the upper or deterioration of the foam either.
I like my pair as well.
I also got the Brooks Hyperion Max for a marathon but I find them not so stable in curves, and they annoy me when the road is slanted.
Haven’t watched your picks yet but I LOVE my Superblast 2s!
You missed out the Saucony Triumph!
No he didn't! Lol
I have the puma and novablast 3, one major difference ive noticed between them that isnt mentioned is i think the puma ventilation is not very good. I recently wore rhem on a relatively warm ( for Ireland! ) 28k and found them really warm for the the last hour or so. Ive never noticed the same problem in the novablasts.
Another thing about the novablasts, unless you need them immediately, the nb4 will probably be shortly making its way to the asics outlet, or at least i picked up a couple of pairs of the NB3 in November 23 on the outlet when they were just over a year old, NB4 are creeping up on that now
got the Puma Velo nitro 3 since a month, Loving it so far!
Superblasts just keep my feet and legs comfy during and after ❤
Yeah it may feel firm, but it's so protective.
Just purchased a pair of NB More v5 off your recommendation Ben
The GOAT!
Prime X Strung is the GOAT
Brooks Hyperion Max 2 for me
I think we're all now a victim of marketing nonsense. A couple of years ago, trainers we now call normal were considering max stack. I think running long in anything around 25-30mm+ is absolutely fine. There's enough data now confirming bigger stack heights cause you to put more pressure through your legs so brands have to try combat this whilst doing something different to sell shoes. I suspect brands will soon start dropping stack heights telling us its gentler on the legs.
Oh man, I love my Puma Velocity Nitro 3 and even that the shoes are narrow and I overpronate, they work marvelously to me. In the next Black Friday I will see if I can get a different colorway of the Velocity to replace my old pair.
The Nova Blast in the other hand, I did not like them that much. Too much hype and the Velocity 3 is a 9.5 out of 10 to me while the NB is a 7.5 /10 . Any other cushioning shoes from Asics are better then the NB4 . Not to mention, the grip of the NB4 can be bad even in a dry and clean ground ...
How's the Superblast 2 compared to the Nimbus 26 in terms of midsole softness?
PS: Well done in Berlin!!
Did my first run in my Prime X 2 Strung today, only 7 miles but I loved them! Just sold my Superblast 2's and replaced them with the Adidas and I have no regrets
My favourite shoe at the moment!
Is the ghost max 2 softer than v1? That one felt so hard and firm when putting on right away!
New Balance 1080 for me ❤
What exactly does "long runs" mean please?
It's mostly for the longer easy runs, not races per se. I would say that 15km and above is a long run. Though I guess it would depend from person to person.
I have the Novablast 4TR ,Superblast 2 and NB Rebel V4. Use the Nova for any easy run especially over winter and raining. SB2 for everything else and sometimes my Rebel V4 for anything under 10K and quick plus treadmill. I agree Ben, it’s hard to stop picking up the Superblast 2 every time 😂 Got another pair on way as back up 👍
Just used the Mizuno Neo Vista this morning. Wow!! They really are superb. Never felt such softness and was able to p😢ick up the speed. I got them for £127 on sportsshoes which I think is a steal!
Most expensive : Prime x Strung 2
I got it at half price though, something that you won't be able to easily do with a superblast.
Saucony Triumph 22. Pricey, looks great in Orange and gives my dodgy Achilles the easiest ride of any of my shoes.
I'm training for my first marathon (it's in 3 weeks) and my long run shoe is the Asics Nimbus, which I use for most of my easy runs as well. I use the Superblast (v1) for the runs that are on the faster side like tempo and threshold runs. The marathon itself will be run in the Metaspeed Edge Paris and I just did a 31km run with them yesterday to have them fully broken in before the race. I was quite surprised how well they behave in wet conditions (unlike the Superblast v1).
Yeah, I also have a few non-Asics (Hoka, Adidas and Nike), but I decided to stick to Asics for my marathon training.
I started running about 3 months ago. I've been using the Asics Nimbus 25 (wide foot variant) and no complains so far. Maybe I'll try something else next time
Yeah, about pricing difference in different countries - the moment when everybody talks about budget Puma and best price what I can get in Sweden is equivalent 170eur, in same time Novablast 4 can be bought for 150eur or less.
Can’t comment on the Superblast 2 but definitely like version 1 which I do have, and they are great for a heavy runner at any speed. Not sure I want to try version 2 if they are softer. I did one 5km run in the Hoka SkywardX and they killed my feet and Achilles as they had to overwork due to how unstable they are. Enjoy running in my NB SC Trainer V3 however my knees ache afterwards, I don’t think they are stable enough. I took out my Speed 3’s which I’ve not ran in for months and preferred them to SC V3. Also loving the Hurricane 24 right now. And don’t know why I don’t use them more often but I would Boston 12 are my overall favourite for long runs as heavy runner. I would of course expect shoes to be different when I lose weight.
I just got Novablast 4 and have only had them on feet inside and have to say they feel considerably less bouncy than version 3 when they were new. I still remember walking and jumping in the 3 and how bouncy they felt on the same floor, now they have almost 1000km of running and I replaced them with 4. Has anyone noticed much difference between 3 and 4?
For long runs, I'd pick Magnify 2 or MagMax over Velocity 3.
Congrats on Berlin Ben! What shoe did run in? Great vid, Superblast 2 would be nice for sure in my collection.
…well, I have 2 of the 3. makes sense as I am gearing up to my first 50 miler.., and possibly a 100K soon..
great video as always
How many miles / kilometres do they usually last? When do you throw them away, can you make a video about durability?
You definitely forgot Sauconys Triumph Line. I run the V20 and find it to be one of the best shoes i ever used for mostly every type of run 🎉
Was waiting for this video. BTW congrats on the Berlin Marathon!!!!
Made the mistake of doing a long run in the superblasts. They collected so much sweat that I had to toss them in the dryer. Since then, they no longer feel as plush - pls let this be a lesson to any other superblast 2 owners. Don’t make this same mistake
Can you recommend a female version of you for these trainer review videos? Like your videos but men’s shoes won’t fit my feet!
Here in France the pumas are always on the expensive side.
I love these shoe videos that are very informative. you should try to make a video about altar running shoes.
I wonder how Balos would fit into this mix
Exactly what the video I need at the perfect time!
Ben how dare you not add the invincible!
What about the new balance v more 5 ?? Love them 😍
Price point cant be more of a priority over fit
thanks for the video man
Just when I needed a new tier lists
Adidas adizero sl?
Ben, any tips or suggestions for that inner thigh chafing. I like to wear shorter shorts when running, but my inner thighs aren’t built for it 😮
Body glide
Not a hater but if you are someone like who want shoes around $80, these are super expensive.
My avg distance is 70 km/week.
So i do need multiple shoes. The best method that has worked for me is to wait for older models and get at 50% or if you want something super cheap. Joes new balance outlet is one of the best shop out there, wait for deal (2 in $100). You can save alot and get premium experience
Yeah I always buy the previous edition. It's so much cheaper.
Bang on. Puma Velocity Nitro 2 right now from Start Fitness or SportsShoes is 🔥