ASICS Superblast 2 vs Saucony Triumph 23

ASICS Superblast 2 vs Saucony Triumph 23, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	Superblast 2	Triumph 23
MSRP	$200	$170
Weight	249g	263g
Drop	8mm	10mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	43/35mm	37/27mm
Lug depth	—	—
Surface	Road	Road
Primary use	Long Distance	Long Distance
Cushion	Max	High
Firmness	Soft	Soft
Stability	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	None	Unknown
Waterproof	No	No
Midsole	—	PWRRUN PB
Outsole	—	—
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Runners wanting one lightweight, high-stack shoe for long runs, easy days, and even uptempo efforts.	Neutral runners logging easy miles and long runs who want maximum softness at a moderate weight.
Avoid if	You need lateral stability from a tall platform or have wide feet, since it's a soft, tall build in standard width only.	You want a firm, responsive platform for fast tempo work or racing.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

The ASICS Superblast 2 is the more versatile pick: at 249g with a 43/35mm stack, it handles long runs, easy days, and uptempo efforts in one lightweight, high-stack shoe. The Saucony Triumph 23 is heavier (263g) with a lower 37/27mm stack and leans purely toward soft, easy-day and long-run comfort rather than faster work. Pick the Superblast 2 if you want one shoe that can also pick up the pace; choose the Triumph 23 if you only run easy and want plush softness, and don't mind paying more.