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ASICS NOVABLAST 4 vs ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
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ASICS NOVABLAST 4
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
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Weight255.4 g (9.01 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop9.1 mm
PlateNone
Weight247.5 g (8.73 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop9.1 mm
PlateNone
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))
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.
Main Differences forMarathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
5.5
6.5
Forefoot Energy Return
5.1
7.2
Heel Energy Return
3.1
6.9
Weight
6.1
6.5
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.1
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")
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")
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
3.1
6.9
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
74.6%
80.7%
Forefoot Energy Return
5.1
7.2
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
76.6%
81.9%
Heel Cushioning
7.3
7.9
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.05 J
1.17 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.57 J
3.85 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
6.83 J
7.21 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.1
8.4
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.10 J
1.06 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.14 J
3.39 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
5.49 J
6.01 J
Heel Firmness
6.2
5.5
Heel Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
41.3 N/mm
36.9 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
53.1 N/mm
49.9 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
70.1 N/mm
67.1 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.7
7.1
Forefoot Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
38.4 N/mm
40.6 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
65.4 N/mm
57.6 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
96.6 N/mm
86.2 N/mm
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