SUPERBLAST 2

Not Brooks but I love my asics superblast 2 for long runs. I average in the 10:50-11:40/mile range for slow long runs, and a bit quicker 10:10-10:30/mile for long run workouts, and they perform very well for me.

Superblast 2 is the obvious answer. Some of the reviews I see are mental, in my eyes it’s just a boring but reliable shoe that will give back whatever you put into it and last forever. I can do speed sessions, light trails, long runs, recovery, even races and won’t feel like they’ve held me back Not once have I ever thought about what’s on my feet when I’m wearing them, I can just focus on running rather than “oooh, this shoe’s bouncy” or “my ankles hurt”

I have both Zoom Fly 6 and Superblast 2. They’re both great to be honest, super durable (which was my main issue with Novablast 5), comfortable and perfect for HM distance. If I had to choose one I would probably say Superblast - they’re less suited for speed than the Zoom Fly but they will look after your legs better. Also way more versatile, I can reach for them for pretty much any run and they’ll do the job. Would have no issue using them on race day for any long distance. ZF6 I mainly use for harder efforts and at 6:30/km the plate probably won’t do much for you

Clyde of a runner here, so take what I say def with a grain of salt. The superblast 2 is currently my favorite shoe to do any types of runs in, unless my legs are absolutely beat. Others may disagree, since you said you don’t like “super soft” if you haven’t tried a pair of Gen 1 Neo vistas you can find a pair for like $90 probably now.

Go to your local running store and try on some pairs. I really like the Adidas EVO SL($150), ASICS Superblast 2 ($200), New Balance SC Trainer (forget how much but these are carbon plated so a bit more$$). My heaviest use is the Superblasts and EVO SLs. Trying to get my hands on the ASICS Megablasts

2x EVO SL Boston 13 2x Endoephin Speed 4 Hoka Skyward x 3x ASICs Superblast 2 (2 pairs are EOL) 2x Vaporfly 3 (one for speed work. On for racing) 1x Alpha Fly 3 (distance racing) 1x Hoka Tectonic x2 for trails 1x Hoka Speedgoats for trails

I don't know. Maybe I speak from a place of privilege, but I have no issues finding shoes that work for me. Some of my favorite shoes (ASICS Superblasts and NIKE AF3 and VFs) are unisex. I have pretty narrow feet, too. I really don't know that there will be enough interest to make this financially sustainable for a shoe company, which will just mean an inferior product (crappier foams, uppers, plates) overall.

Superblast 2! Struggled with inner knee pain before and was only able to train well using my kayanos. Got SB2s for my 2nd half mary and now it’s THE pair i always look forward to running in Other shoes in the rotation: kayano32, novablast3, 1080v14, evosl, glycerinmax

I just recently purchased the Superblast 2s which feels good so far. Planning to do marathon training in them and then use the Adios Pro 3 for the occasional speed work and race day. Don't think it's a good idea to train in carbons all the time as it can beat your legs up

I would say either the Asics Superblast 2 or the Mizuno Neo Zen. The SB are just really stable and if I'm having any lower leg issues, they usually go away with a few days in the Superblasts, as opposed to either softer shoes or more aggressive ones. I also recently got the Neo Zen and it's fun and bouncy and feels like it really protects my legs. It's not too mushy either. I went true to size in both the Superblast and the Neo Zen.