As a running enthusiast and an expert, I have been privileged to try and compare two of the best running shoes of the year, the Asics Novablast 3 and the Asics Glideride 3. Choosing between the two was indeed a difficult task as both shoes offer a unique set of features and technologies to enhance the running experience.
Starting with the Asics Glideride 3, this shoe has been transformed with the addition of the FF Blast Plus technology that provides a layer of comfort and support. The shoe also comes with the GUIDESOLE® technology that reduces ankle movements, saves energy and aids in the heel-to-toe transition. Additionally, the plastic plate in the shoe provides propulsion off the toe with a high toe spring. The shoe is comfortable around the heel and has lost some weight, making it a lightweight option at 10.5 ounces (for a UK 9.5). The Glideride 3 is available for 130 pounds and is true to size.
On the other hand, the Asics Novablast 3 features the FF Blast Plus technology and a Jacquard mesh upper. It is slightly heavier than the Glideride 3, weighing 9.95 ounces (for a UK 9.5). The outsole is not as good, but the Novablast 3 comes with a AHAR™ version that has a better outsole. The sidewalls have been built up to provide stability, and the foam is more stable and bouncy than the Glideride 3. The Novablast 3 has an 8mm drop and is a great daily trainer.
As a runner who has done 21.5 miles in the Glideride 3 during my last marathon training block, I would have to say that the Glideride 3 is my pick of the two. The shoe is comfortable and easy to run in, and it provides the opportunity to go for long runs. However, the Novablast 3 is a fantastic daily trainer and can do everything really well. It is a hard decision, but if I had to choose one shoe, I would go with the Glideride 3.
In conclusion, the decision between the Asics Novablast 3 and the Asics Glideride 3 depends on the type of runner you are. If you are a marathon runner, having both shoes would be ideal, but if you are an everyday runner who goes for runs for mental health, the Novablast 3 would be the way to go. Both shoes offer unique features and technologies that cater to different types of runners, making it a tough choice.
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