ASICS Megablast

Yowana finds that he can lace up the ASICS Megablast for recovery runs, daily runs, and as a one-shoe do-it-all option.

Yowana finds that the ASICS Megablast has the worst geometry among the five super trainers on the list but the best foam.

Yowana observes that the ASICS Megablast has no plate but feels as fast as a training shoe with a plate, which he says should not happen.

Yowana places the ASICS Megablast on the firmer end of the spectrum among the super trainers.

Yowana ranks the ASICS Megablast as his number-one super trainer, saying the speed of it just can't be beat.

Yowana says that if you do not like the ASICS Blast geometry or want something super smooth with a nice rocker profile, you should not get the ASICS Megablast.

Yowana states that he can run some of his fastest 200s, 400s, and high-end speeds in the ASICS Megablast.

Yowana states that if he ranked the super trainers fastest to slowest, the ASICS Megablast is the fastest.

Yowana states that the ASICS Megablast can also go the distance for long runs.

Yowana states that the ASICS Megablast costs $225.

Yowana states that the ASICS Megablast is incredibly lightweight, coming in around 240 or 250 grams in his size.

Yowana states that the ASICS Megablast uses 100% aliphatic TPU foam.

Doctors of Running finds the ASICS Megablast fits in a faster and lighter category than the Superblast.

Doctors of Running finds the ASICS Megablast foam felt firmer at slower paces and bouncy as going faster.

Doctors of Running finds the ASICS Megablast is a step faster, step lighter, and a little more rhythmic than the Superblast.

Doctors of Running finds the ASICS Megablast smooth from heel to forefoot, especially when picking up pace.

Doctors of Running finds the ASICS Megablast smooth throughout from a 9-minute mile pace up to 6:30 pace.

Doctors of Running observed that when dropping to a 6:30 pace (10k effort) in the ASICS Megablast, the foam got even more responsive.

Doctors of Running observes that the ASICS Megablast feels extremely lightweight on foot and light in the hand.

Doctors of Running observes that the ASICS Megablast feels very stiff and speculates there may be a plate inside; the shoe felt like a stiffer rocker shoe with little toe flexion or forefoot mobility.

Doctors of Running observes that the ASICS Megablast has a rockered profile that is not extremely aggressive, more mild and smooth rolling, starting a little earlier so it is easy to get onto the rocker.

Doctors of Running observes that the ASICS Megablast upper is a thin synthetic mesh through which you can see your sock, and it is snug around the forefoot — not uncomfortable but really locked down.

Doctors of Running 's initial impression is the ASICS Megablast is versatile — smooth from slower to faster paces, light on foot, and gets poppy as you put more into it.

Marathon Handbook considers 30% a huge difference in responsiveness regarding the ASICS Megablast's FF Turbo Squared foam.

Marathon Handbook finds that the ASICS Megablast feels faster than the Superblast 3.

Marathon Handbook finds that the ASICS Megablast is more suited to be a speed demon because its entire midsole is made of FF Turbo Squared foam, which the reviewer describes as one of the lightest, most responsive foams they have seen in a non-racing shoe.

Marathon Handbook finds the ASICS Megablast super useful for threshold runs or fartlek runs because it gives propulsion that most shoes of that size do not.

Marathon Handbook notes that the ASICS Megablast is the only shoe in ASICS's lineup entirely made of FF Turbo Squared foam, which makes it special and lets it assume the identity of both an easy running shoe and a workout shoe.

Marathon Handbook observes that when wearing the ASICS Megablast for easy runs, the foam seems to coax them to go a little bit faster.

Marathon Handbook places the ASICS Megablast on a spectrum as being a little bit faster than the Superblast 3, mainly for long runs and workouts.

Marathon Handbook predicts that the ASICS Megablast will remain an 'if you know, you know' kind of shoe that still does not get the credit it deserves.

Marathon Handbook recommends buying the ASICS Megablast for all up-tempo runs and hard workouts, combined with a super shoe for races and an easy running shoe for recovery days, because the Megablast foam is a bit too aggressive for recovery.

Marathon Handbook reports lab results showing FF Turbo Squared in the ASICS Megablast is about 30% more responsive than other foams ASICS uses in their daily trainers.

Marathon Handbook states that for speed they will get a carbon-plated super shoe, not a daily trainer, so they do not need their daily trainers to have extra speed, which is why they would choose the Superblast 3 over the ASICS Megablast.

Marathon Handbook states that if they had to choose only one of the two shoes to add to their rotation, they would go with the Superblast 3 over the ASICS Megablast because it is a durable shoe that lasts a long time and they care about those things more than speed in a shoe that is not a super shoe.

The FOD Runner finds that the ASICS Megablast felt big and cumbersome when trying to pick up the pace to marathon effort; they have reserved it purely for easy mileage.

The FOD Runner finds the ASICS Megablast midsole is not the softest, but they prefer something slightly firmer, responsive, and long-lasting in a daily trainer.

The FOD Runner finds the underfoot feel of the ASICS Megablast is very "Nova Blastesque" — similar to early versions of the Nova Blast, a little firmer, with a familiar forefoot section.

The FOD Runner notes that they purchased the ASICS Megablast with a good discount; they would never have bought it at full price of £210.

The FOD Runner observes that aside from the cut they made, the upper of the ASICS Megablast after 300 miles has no snags, no frays, and no tears.

The FOD Runner observes that the ASICS Megablast (referred to as "Mega Blast" and "AS6 Mega Blast") after 300 miles could likely go plenty more miles.

The FOD Runner observes that the ASICS Megablast midsole shows zero signs of deterioration after 300 miles.

The FOD Runner observes that the toe box of the ASICS Megablast is quite shallow and was aggravating their toe; they made a slit in the toe box to fix the issue.

The FOD Runner observes the outsole of the ASICS Megablast after 300 miles looks really good, with only very slight chewing in one section.

The FOD Runner states the price of £210 for the ASICS Megablast really bugs them; they think a fair price cap would be £160-£170, with £160 being fair.

The FOD Runner states they run on buffed-out fire track trails, light gravel, and concrete, and that the ASICS Megablast outsole is holding up spectacularly well on that terrain.

The FOD Runner states they would not have bought the ASICS Megablast at full price and only bought it because they got 30% off.

Sagasu Running finds that the ASICS Megablast (cited as an example of ATPU foam) maintains its new-shoe performance well beyond 300 km with no noticeable performance or wear drop-off.

Sagasu Running finds the durability of the ASICS Megablast very, very strong.

Sagasu Running finds the outsole durability of the ASICS Megablast outstanding after 181 km.

Sagasu Running observes no wear on the ASICS Grip rubber on the ASICS Megablast outsole.

Sagasu Running observes that the ASICS Megablast outsole after 181 km (112 miles) shows no wear other than some discoloration.

Sagasu Running observes that the right ASICS Megablast — the shoe the reviewer is rougher on because they scuff it slightly — also shows no outsole wear after 181 km.

Sagasu Running observes that the upper of the ASICS Megablast looks brand new after 181 km.

Ryan's Running Reviews describes the ASICS Megablast as essentially a Super Race Day shoe, but without a plate.

Ryan's Running Reviews observes that the ASICS Megablast is the lightest and most energetic shoe among the ASICS Blast series.

Ryan's Running Reviews specifies that the ASICS Megablast is the most expensive shoe in the ASICS Blast series at $225.

RoadTrailRun concludes that if you want a reactive ride with lots of cushioning, a rigid rocker approach, and you're up on the front, and you have the budget of $225, you go with the ASICS Mega Blast.

RoadTrailRun finds the ASICS Mega Blast fit is fine but a bit baggy.

RoadTrailRun finds the ASICS Mega Blast has a race-shoe-type upper: light, quite dense but very light and pliable, with no rolled collars and bolsters to keep weight down.

RoadTrailRun measured the ASICS Mega Blast at 225 g in his US8.5 sample, noting it is 2 g heavier than the Tier Maverick.

RoadTrailRun observes that the ASICS Mega Blast has a minimal outsole, is the stiffest of the bunch in terms of flex, and has a more uptempo feel and ride.

RoadTrailRun observes the ASICS Mega Blast has essentially no flex when manually bending the shoe.

RoadTrailRun reports the MSRP of the ASICS Mega Blast as $225, calling it the most expensive among the four shoes compared.

RadDadBodTV finds that the ASICS Megablast gives the versatility of basically a race shoe with more daily-training comfort, which makes it very versatile for long runs.

RadDadBodTV finds the ASICS Megablast capable of a variety of workouts: aggressive cut-down progression runs, hot-spot long runs with various paces, or marathon-pace long runs.

RadDadBodTV finds the ASICS Megablast has a nice responsive foam underfoot that likes to pick up and go fast, but is soft enough and easy enough to take easy and ease into the run.

RadDadBodTV finds the ASICS Megablast really shines for its versatility and considers it one of the better long-run workout shoes available among non-plated shoes.

RadDadBodTV observes that the ASICS Megablast has no stiffening elements other than the thick slab of foam, which provides some stiffness.

RadDadBodTV observes that the biggest advantage of the ASICS Megablast is its weight — it is lighter than everything else shown in the video — and that gives it a lot more versatility.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) describes the weight-to-cushion ratio of the ASICS Megablast as 'pretty crazy'.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds that when picking up the pace, the ASICS Megablast really comes alive and explodes with bounciness, especially in the forefoot.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the ASICS Megablast feels like it has a little less cushion underfoot and a sleeker feel compared to the Superblast and Sonic Blast.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the ASICS Megablast is a faster, lighter, and bouncier version of the Superblast.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the ASICS Megablast uses 100% Flight Foam Turbo Squared in its midsole.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) notes a lot of overlap between the use cases of the Superblast 2 and the ASICS Megablast.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) observes that after a couple of runs, the midsole of the ASICS Megablast softened up for him and felt really good at easy paces.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) ranks the ASICS Megablast as the fastest shoe in the Blast lineup, citing its super lightweight and super energetic midsole feel.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) ranks the ASICS Megablast as the third softest shoe in the Blast lineup (firmer than the Nova Blast and Sonic Blast, softer than the Superblast 2), noting it took a couple runs to soften up but is definitely bouncy.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) states the ASICS Megablast costs $225.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) states the ASICS Megablast weighs 7.8 ounces.