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ASICS NOVABLAST 4
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
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Weight
255.4 g (9.01 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.1 mm
Plate
None
Weight
247.5 g (8.73 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.1 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
ASICS NOVABLAST 4
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
The ASICS SUPERBLAST 2 and the ASICS NOVABLAST 4 serve different roles despite their similar name. The SUPERBLAST 2 is a premium unplated uptempo trainer. It delivers a lighter, more cushioned experience with better energy return, making it more suitable for longer runs, tempo efforts, or even amateur racing. In contrast, the NOVABLAST 4 offers a slightly firmer, more stable ride, making it good for runners prioritizing stability. While both shoes can handle daily mileage, runners looking for maximal cushioning, versatility, and race-day potential will prefer the SUPERBLAST 2.
Variants
- NOVABLAST 4 (Black/Blue Expanse - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Black/Blue Expanse - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Black/Graphite Grey - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Blue Expanse/Black - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Blue Expanse/Champagne - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Blue Expanse/Pink - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Bold Magenta/Black - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Grey/Blue Expanse - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Grey/Blue Expanse - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Grey/Grey Blue - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Grey/Grey Blue - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Matcha/Safety Yellow - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Cool Matcha/Safety Yellow - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Faded Orange/Deep Red - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Nature Bathing/Pearl Pink - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Nature Bathing/Red Snapper - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (Oatmeal/Moonrock - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (White/Moonrock - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 4 (White/Soothing Sea - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 4 (White/Sunrise Red - (Women - US 7))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Black/White - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Bold Magenta/Pink Glo - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Bold Magenta/Pink Glo - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Cool Grey/Safety Yellow - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Cool Grey/Safety Yellow - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Lake Grey/White Sage - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Lake Grey/White Sage - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Wave Teal/Illuminate Mint - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (Wave Teal/Illuminate Mint - (Women - US 7 Wide))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (White/Cool Grey - (Men - US 9))
- SUPERBLAST 2 (White/Cool Grey - (Women - US 7 Wide))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.5
7.4
Forefoot Energy Return
5.1
7.4
Heel Energy Return
2.4
7.3
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.2
6.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
255.4 g (9.01 oz)
247.5 g (8.73 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
41.3 mm
44.7 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
32.2 mm
35.6 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.1 mm
9.1 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
8.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
89 mm (3.5")
95 mm (3.7")
Outsole Arch Width
72 mm (2.8")
76 mm (3.0")
Outsole Forefoot Width
116 mm (4.6")
118 mm (4.6")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.15
2.13
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.60
3.31
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
280 mm (11.0")
276 mm (10.9")
Internal Heel Width
61 mm (2.4")
63 mm (2.5")
Internal Forefoot Width
96 mm (3.8")
95 mm (3.7")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
No
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
2.4
7.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
68.7%
77.2%
Forefoot Energy Return
5.1
7.4
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
71.9%
77.9%
Heel Cushioning
8.0
8.4
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.23 J
3.39 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
10.05 J
10.61 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
18.25 J
19.70 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.3
8.9
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
4.99 J
5.56 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
9.06 J
9.95 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
13.50 J
14.90 J
Heel Firmness
4.7
4.3
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
51.2 N/mm
48.5 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
92.7 N/mm
83.6 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
191.7 N/mm
177.4 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.3
6.7
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
87.3 N/mm
81.9 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
178.3 N/mm
168.2 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
367.0 N/mm
316.3 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
8.3
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
9.44 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
9.16 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
8.89 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
8.62 J
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