GLIDERIDE MAX 2

Take a look at the new glideride max 2 from asics. Lots of stack, good rocker and a new upper that mimics the SB2. I grabbed one thinking maybe an easy day shoe and find it a great daily and long shoe as well.

I just bought the ASICS glide ride max 2. It has a fairly large rocker in the fore foot. Tall dual foam midsole with a plastic plate between the layers. It’s not mushy soft, but has a huge depth of cushion. To me it feels stable/neutral.

I have the 22’s. Walking the heel feels loose, but running it is fine for me. Also, it fits me true to size. It’s not my favorite shoe. I like the 1080’s better, the asics glide ride max 2 better as well. The 22 is stable and well cushioned, but feels a bit stodgy. Like even bigger and heavier than it already is.

You might consider the glide ride max 2.  The drop is lower than what you quoted, but it feels good on my Achilles because of the rocker. It’s reasonably firm which makes it a faster shoe than it looks like on paper. I can do a 7:30 pace in it without issue.  It’s also pretty stable.

Asics Megablast and Superblast are sub favourites and for good reason. At a lower price point, the Asics GlideRide Max 2 (and 1 on discount) is overlooked. Great shoe, very similar in (firm) cushion to the SB2, but with a plate and strong rocker. Nice turnover when you settle into a pace, even for 30km+ long runs during marathon blocks. Others swear by the Puma MagMax Nitro 2 for long runs.

An alternative to the Superblast are the GlideRide Max 2. Very similar upper and firm (protective) cushioning. But the GRM2 is a much smaller feeling shoe with a strong rocker. Pretty stable too. Especially for moderate paces, I find them a lot easier to turnover than the Superblast (which feels like a much larger shoe, due to larger heel volume and being less rockered).

Big fan of these and agreeing with your observations. I'm approaching 250km on mine, since getting them around the start of the year. In my marathon block I've taken them all the way up to 30km and they absolutely vanish underfoot as you settle into a rhythm. They are on the firm side and energy return is mediocre, while also being plated, so this shoe isn't for everyone/every use case. But for their purpose, imho, they are phenomenal. Price is a little higher, but then again I like these significantly more than my Novablast, for example.

Honestly, for a 3h half, I'd use the Superblast you got. They are exceptional shoes for heavier runners. Especially when you tire out, you'll appreciate the stability and protective cushioning. In contrast, a softer shoe typically demand more from your stabilising muscles. On tired legs, with your form going out the window, that's not a winning combination. As a heavier runner, you also risk a shoe bottoming out after some time, if the cushioning isn't enduring enough. Imho, softer cushioning is very tempting, but can be deceiving. E.g.: * My Neo Vista 2 feels like a leather couch, but it demands focus to not roll an ankle in a tight turn. The shock absorption is fantastic, but it's a better shoe for easy days than for the tired end of a race, pushing. * One of my other long run shoes is the Asics GlideRide Max 2. It's a pretty firm ride, very similar to the Superblast. After a few runs on softer shoes, it feels initially harsher to run in, but as I settle into a pace, that goes away. I need to work a lot less to keep my form clean and my stabilising muscles remain reasonably fresh. Recently did a 30km long run for marathon prep and my legs felt as fresh as they could be after a long steady effort.

Was about to recommend the same. Generally, a long run shoe to supplement the Evo SL. And specifically the GRM2, which is fantastic. 28-32km long runs in my marathon block have worked really well with the GRM2.

You can build a complete rotation with asics. Superblast 3 or glideride max 2 for all round training and long runs, Gel nimbus 28 for recovery run and walking, and megablast for faster workouts and even for race day.

Glideride max 2 wide which is a more comfortable and efficient version of the superblast 2.

I have all of these shoes and agree with you 💯. Glideride max2 is a hidden gem. Puma magmax nitro 2'is great for the price. And yeah megablast is just a fantastic shoe. You can't go wrong with any of these.