ASICS Superblast 3

ASICS · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 91/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 235 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8.1 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: FF Turbo+ / FF Blast+ Eco
  • Official Retail MSRP: €230 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Standout lightweight build for its category (235 g)
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (235 g) that stays effortless over long miles

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Running Lab : 92.3 / 100 — « Pairing ASICS's FF Turbo+ / FF Blast+ Eco platform with a 8.1 mm drop, the Superblast 3 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €230. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 94.5 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the ASICS Superblast 3 handles pace changes effortlessly thanks to a locked-in midfoot wrap and 235 g build. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €230. »
  • RunRepeat : 94.6 / 100 — « The ASICS Superblast 3 had a tough mission: improving a super trainer that already sells incredibly well despite its high price. To achieve that, ASICS delivered meaningful upgrades, as we found in the lab a softer, more protective ride with even better grip and lower weight. We really liked how it keeps its stable, versatile feel even with the much plusher FF Leap foam. It's true that the price has gone up and the upper handles airflow in a somewhat unusual way, but even so, this is clearly the best Superblast to date. »

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