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ASICS
SUPERBLAST 2
71% positive of 805 users
Marathon workhorse, but loud and clunky at slow paces.
Velocity NITRO™ 4
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Sentiment score79% positive
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Last updated: Jul 4, 2026
Reddit Reviews
153 of 153 reviews
A1JX52rentnerfelt dead to me after 100km (92kg)
abdbasithaliPuma velocity 4. Nice. Bouncy. Good. Not expensive.
After_Student1736Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is my go to for what you’re describing. Not squishy, a bit of bounce with cushioning. Legal stack height.
AgentAlliterationPuma Velocity Nitro 4. Para at least walang plate. Pwede din Magmax pero baka unstable yung max cushion for non-running use.
Now ko lang mabasa yung dulo na wide. Pumas fit narrow according to others, kaya try on ka muna if possible.
akagordanI own both and they’re so different. They both fit kind of weird though, like your foot is in a bath tub rather than on a mostly flat platform. And the velocity is long and narrow.
The velocity, but my first run in it made my feet a bit sore as I’m just not used to the lower stack. The magmax is strictly a recovery shoe for me but I’m only about 65kg.
akaydudeAdios 9 for speed work Glycerin flex/velocity nitro 4 for daily
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Rankings by Use Case
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Brooks - Glycerin GTS 22
Runners experiencing or recovering from Achilles tendinitis or tendinopathy who need specific shoe features to reduce strain on the tendon.
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Puma - Velocity NITRO™ 4
Beginner runners, students, or anyone looking to get a high-quality running shoe without paying the premium for the latest flagship models.
See rankings → Best for Heavier runners
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ASICS - SUPERBLAST 2
Larger runners (e.g., 95kg / 210 lbs or more) who need more substantial and durable cushioning to ensure comfort and shoe longevity.
See rankings → Best for Long-distance training
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ASICS - SUPERBLAST 2
Runners performing their weekly long runs (e.g., 90+ minutes) in preparation for a half-marathon or marathon, who need sustained comfort and protection.
See rankings → Best for Marathon race day
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ASICS - SUPERBLAST 2
Competitive runners looking for a specialized shoe to maximize their performance and achieve personal bests in races from 5k to the marathon.
See rankings → Best for Maximum cushioning and joint protection
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Nike - Vomero Plus
Runners who prioritize a plush, forgiving ride to reduce impact on their joints, manage pain, or for comfortable recovery runs.
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