SUPERBLAST 2
Max-stack neutral super trainer for long runs and faster endurance sessions.
Available in Men's and Women's sizing.
- Max Cushion
- Tempo
- Neutral
- 8mm Drop
- 250g
- Best forOne long-run/marathon-training shoe with more protective energy than a soft daily alone.
- Runner typeNeutral gait
- SurfacesRoad
Overview
Max-stack neutral super trainer for long runs and faster endurance sessions.
Kitletics notes particular strengths around huge protective stack and surprisingly lively for the height.
- Huge protective stack
- Surprisingly lively for the height
At a glance
- Weight
- 250 g
- Drop
- 8 mm
- Heel Stack
- 45.5 mm
- Cushioning
- Maximum
- Stability
- Neutral
- Terrain
- Road
- Plate
- No
- Category
- Running Shoes
- Best for
- One long-run/marathon-training shoe with more protective energy than a soft daily alone
Performance scores
- Protection9.3
- Energy9.0
Overall score: 9.1
Pros & cons
Pros
- Huge protective stack
- Surprisingly lively for the height
Cons
- Tall ride can feel unstable for some
- Premium price
Key technologies
FF TURBO PLUS
FF TURBO PLUS + FF BLAST PLUS
ASICSGRIP
ASICSGRIP
How it fits different uses
| Use case | Score |
|---|---|
Long Runs Strong long-run / endurance option when you want stack with more pace range than max-plush shoes. | 92 |
Specifications
- Weight
- 250g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Heel Stack
- 45.5mm
- Cushioning
- Maximum
- Stability
- Neutral
- Terrain
- Road
- Plate
- No
Geometry
| Weight | 250 g |
|---|---|
| Heel Stack | 45.5 mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 37.5 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm |
Ride
| Cushioning | Maximum |
|---|---|
| Cushion Feel | Soft |
| Stability | Neutral |
| Energy Return | Very High |
| Flexibility | Stiff |
| Ride Character | Rockered |
Construction
| Upper | Engineered mesh |
|---|---|
| Midsole | FF TURBO PLUS + FF BLAST PLUS |
| Outsole | ASICSGRIP |
| Plate | No |
| Plate Material | None |
Use
| Terrain | Road |
|---|---|
| Training Types | Long, Tempo, Easy, Race |
| Recommended Distance | Half, Marathon, Daily |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Weather Suitability | Dry, All Season |
| Race Legal | Yes |
Fit
| Width Options | Standard |
|---|---|
| Arch Support | Medium |
| Grip | Road |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Breathability | High |
Other
| Fit / Sizing | Men, Women |
|---|
Where to buy
Showing offers for Netherlands. Prices may change at the retailer.
ASICS Official
in stockBrand DirectNLLast checked 12 September 2026€ 220Check priceAmazon.nl
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