The Asics lineup explanation at 7:16 is super useful, Asics lineup is quite confusing and Kofuzi has done an excellent job at explaining every major running shoe relative positioning.

Others have said it, been waiting for this review ever since the teaser a couple of weeks ago! This sounds like my replacement for the endorphin speed 4 for faster workouts. Great review as always!

Thanks for the detailed review. I'm fairly tall, a bit over 80kg, and used my new Magic Speed 4's for the first time today for a 10K. They exceeded my expectations - definitely a step up from my Kayano 30s.

I’ve been waiting for you to do a review on this!! ❤🎉

I like the new section of where shoes fit in

I naturally land in the forefoot and it is nice to not have to adjust how I run to hit the foam in the sweet spots. Can’t wait to try this shoe!

Thanks! I was looking forward to seeing your take on this shoe. I want to give them a try after I run through my Endorphin Speed 4.

As a bigger, taller friend, I appreciate you remembering us!

Great review! I like/appreciate the new wider shot with the ASICS range on the table in front of you. 👌 Really helped illustrate where the Magic Speed 4 fits in.

Saucony Speed 4 is still my favourite "do it all" shoe. Asics absolutely smashing it, though, some seriously good shoes. 👍

Loved the lineup explanation

Was waiting for this review!

Great videos you do from ireland 🇮🇪. Keep it up

Great review, I was hoping for your info on the stability.

Much awaited review

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

thanks for your patience!

I have just picked up my pair recently for shorter tempo runs and man… those are already one of my favorites🔥 They are an addition to my rotation which is currently Superblast for long runs with a moderate to high effort, Nimbus 26 for easy days, Takumi Sen 10 for up to 10k racing.

I really enjoy running in Magicspeed 3 and can't wait to get a pair of the fourth iteration to hit Indonesian market. Thanks for the most awaited review.

@irvanjulian802

27 күн бұрын

Wah ada orang indo juga

@AmdarFauzan-n4u

8 күн бұрын

​@@irvanjulian802 WAHH ADA INDONESIA COYY!! 🤯🤯🤯

@assasnisme

8 күн бұрын

@@irvanjulian802ada nih baru nyampe jastip Jepang. Wkkwkw

So excited this review is out. I can't wait to use this as my half marathon shoe with my Novablast 4 and Nimbus 25 edit: That slow-mo cough is *cinema*

Great review! Surprised to hear the Saucony ES4 may be in your shoe of the year category. I’ve been hearing other mixed reviews, everyone is different.

@TheValonquar

Ай бұрын

Excellent shoe. It can do easy runs all the way to full marathons.

been waiting for this thanks

I've been waiting for this MS4, SL2 and DN3 from Kofuzi only, because whatever he says, it applies almost 100% to me. Maybe we're lightweight, same size 9, mid forefoot. Thanks Mike🎉

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

thanks for the vote of confidence!

@brianway4240

Ай бұрын

I'd put NB SC Trainer in the category with those. I don't have it but think I'd like it the most of shoes of that sort.

Great review thanks!

can’t wait for your Puma Deviate Nitro 3 review

@ConstantineCydonea

Ай бұрын

That will be a blast!! Puma is doing an outstanding job

@eric8188

Ай бұрын

Need to retire my deviate nitro 2 soon😂

@OmarHelmy

Ай бұрын

@@eric8188 me too

Been waiting for this review!!!

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

thanks for waiting!

@Deenocon

Ай бұрын

@@kofuzi always worth the wait🙏🏼

Superblast 2 will be this years standout!

@michaelgriffiths305

Ай бұрын

The FF turbo is softer and the removal of the FF blast (V1) as the carrier foam may compromise the ride. Danger is the “better” foam ironically compromises the ride…. Let’s see!

@Fozzee.1970

Ай бұрын

​@@michaelgriffiths305it's replaced with blast eco not much of a difference.

@hybrid11theory75

Күн бұрын

I went from Nimbus to SB2 and the difference in weight/bounce/energy return is insane... :)

I know l can go deeper into your videos then others... One of my favorite loops of all time!! CL Lake Loop! Brings back memories! Have to check out the shoe and a high tempo run at CL Lake Loop this summer!

Metaspeed racer, Magic Speed tempo, Nimbus would make a nice rotation for higher mileage runners needing a max cushion easy day shoe. I’m currently rotating the nimbus 26, SC Trainer V2 & Endorphin Speed 4 for my fall marathon block.

Wow think I'll stock up on the 3s. I really love that shoe for faster long runs and intervals. I use the Magic Speed 3 as a training companion to the Takumi Sens

@m.ch4rmaland3r10

Ай бұрын

I have 2 pairs of magic speed3. I love that shoe and use it same as you. Definitely getting another 2-3more of the 3 especially when it will be discounted!

Feels like Asics is slowly starting to figure this shoe out, solidifying it's place in their lineup

@PeaceTea.

Ай бұрын

I mean it is called "speed" so maybe they're going for a speed shoe

@FlekaZzz

Ай бұрын

ASICS Magic Speed 4 imo have lost its identity. I have both 3 and 4 and the 3 is way better!

@oliversianturi1818

Ай бұрын

@@FlekaZzzbut magic speed 3 itself deviate from the 2nd generation. This one is actually getting closer to its real identity

@FlekaZzz

Ай бұрын

@@oliversianturi1818 the 1 and 2 where quite bad. 3 hits the right spot for me atlest. With this 4 i would just pick up mye superblast insted.

@brianway4240

Ай бұрын

I actually still have V1. Ran in it today. I think it's great even though a lot of people don't. V4 is a different kind of shoe and not really a replacement for V1-3.

Ko! Usually follow everything you say on shoes. So thank you for being consistent in your reviews. What do you think about a midyear rankings for various categories on shoes?

I'm so confused. Could you also put the Magic Speed 4 in the slot between the Metaspeed and Novablast 4? Could you explain more about what separates the Magic Speed 4 from the Superblast?

@Fozzee.1970

Ай бұрын

Yes you could. Magic Speed is completely different foam from Superblast. It only has a tiny bit of the same foam as the Superblast. And the plate will make it feel much different.

Good job, Kofuzi. Here is my Like. Have a great day.

Bought a Magic Speed 1 for 35€ brand new and i like them. So, this 4 gen must be better 90% Thanks for the review anyway 🙏🏻

Nice seeing you repping my local shop 😊

Thank you Mike.

Great review

Love the shirt, Ko! 512 vibes 🦇

That loop shirt! 🔥🔥🔥

Great review!!! Do you think the upper reminds you of the saucony speed 1/2 haha?

great review as always Mike. Question for you how does this compare to something like the Takumi Sen - just in terms of a workout shoe - clearly the TS would be lighter (more racy) and the MS heavier - but some of the things you said here remind me of the review of the TS - in terms of a bit firmer and useful at up tempo but not as comfortable at slower speeds. Thanks.

Excellent Review Mike! what do you mean by harder workout / non race day - does it include like fartlek / intervals where the magic speed comes in?

Very good review

Great review! I’ve used the magic speed 3’s and Hyperspeeds for faster workouts but not really for longer runs. I’m curious to try something fast with more stack height. I have a $200 gift card to spend so now to decide 😊

Cant wait for the release of DN3 and SC Trainer V3 😁 Its great that a lot of choices are coming out. It would just go down to personal preferences. Thanks again!

Always the best reviewer. thanks Ko, will probably buy now

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

thanks for watching!

I use the Endorphin speed 3 for my mile repeats. I am thinking of getting one more pair of these shoes while they are still available in my size.

cant wait for the shoe to drop at the store

I love my New Balance Sc V 2's but definitely interested in this shoe!! I love this category of shoes coming out with carbon plates. I wonder how this stacks up to the Boston 12 or the new Super comp V 3

Thank you Kofuzi

If this is what they intend for up-tempo work, where will they place the Superblast 2. I hope they don’t slow it down or dull its speed potential. I love that the SB is comfortable at slower speeds and really great when you squeeze the gas.

nice one Kofuzi🇿🇦

Another great video. How’s the plate design? Higher up like the Sky series or lower like the Edge series?

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

it's a bit more difficult to discern due to the FF Blast + foam, but the overall sensation to me is that it must be more akin to the Sky series, which is why I describe the Magic Speed 2 and 3 as Edge training companions and the Magic Speed 4 as a training companion for Sky runners

I don't come close to doing enough serious training to justify a new tempo shoe but constantly impressed with ASICS at the moment. Do you do all your high speed work in plated shoes?

My feet now feel tight on 9.5us on the deviate nitro 2 but a 10us is a bit longer. My other shoes still fit as they were roomier than the dn2. might try this out to replace my dn2. My feet have "grown" ever since I started upping my mileage and running 6x in a week while weightlifting 4-5x.

Can you say that this is just a plated Superblast? Excited to try this one. 😊

@Fozzee.1970

Ай бұрын

No it's not.

@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183

Ай бұрын

The Superblast is much bulkier or “chonky” as we sometimes call such shoes.

@Fozzee.1970

26 күн бұрын

@@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183 I found the MS4 even chonkier!

They took the discount Takumi Sen and turned into discount Boston 12. For the short distance races Adidas got the Takumi Sen, Nike got the Streakfly, New Balance got the Pacer, Saucony got the Sinister but Asics have nothing to show for.

As someone who really liked the lower stack height of the Magic Speed 3 I'm very curious to give this new update a try. Going to be a tough call to find out what my new tempo shoe will be as a I also really like the Endorphin Speed 3 and can't wait to try the new Endorphin Speed 4. Also, which white Ascics singlet did you wear in this video? Looks really nice and most of all comfortable and breathable.

@TolunayOrkun

Ай бұрын

Probably, you will be able to buy Magic Speed 3 cheaper if you liked it. Another alternative is PUMA Deviate Nitro 2. You might also want to look at TYR Valkrie Speedworks. They seem to have started with Endorphin Speed 2 but with slightly lower drop.

Feels like the magic speed has gone closer to a do it all trainer with a muted plate, similar to the endorphin speed line. Stack and comfort seem to both have increased.

I’ve been loving the ASICS toe boxes lately does this feel as roomy as the novablast?

Hey Ko :) when you talked about the Pumas, were you referring to the Elite version?

People are saving their coin for the superblast 2

God knows I love Asics, excellent review.

Would have been more helpful if the review had compared this with Adidas Boston 12. It’s everywhere!

@Fozzee.1970

Ай бұрын

Everywhere?

@ADyess086

Ай бұрын

B12 is quite a shoe! Love mine

Would you recommend this (and/or the Nitro and Speed) for track workouts?

I started racing a few months ago. In April, I ran my first half marathon in 2:16, and in May, I ran my second half marathon in under 2 hours. I've been training and running in the Novablast 4. Now that I'm preparing for my next half marathon in August, I'm looking to buy a new pair of shoes. Considering I'm still building up my speed, should I go for the Magic Speed or the MetaSpeed?

hi kofuzi. I normally just do repeated sprints (top speed around 200m max). The nearest track is too far away so i cant really wear track spikes when i sprint on cement. Currently using superblast (no plate and bulky but it is faster than my previous pegasus) but thinking i might need something faster. Would you recommend the magicspeed 4 or deviate nitro 2? Or should i just go all out with a metaspeed sky instead?

what about sizing? Do you wear the same size as the novablast?

nicely explained..sub!!!!

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

thanks for watching!

Hi Kofuzi! I only average sub 5:30, can I use this for a full marathon just like I've opted previously for the Superblast & Deviate Nitro 2?

@Kofuzi - Great Review on the magic speed 4. I really enjoyed your placing of the different ASICS running shoes within an all ASICS running shoe rotation. I was wondering how you felt about this ASICS shoe rotation and if you thought it would work : 1) novablast 4 - Daily trainer/ easy miles with some steady efforts. Long runs. 2) Magic Speed 4 = 5 k to say half marathon training runs steady/ tempo/ threshold runs. 3) Magic Speed 3 = 5 K and 10 K hard runs and racing runs. Considering I can not get the Superblast 2 until September, I thinking about this rotation. The other question I have for is tread wear. I currently have 220 miles on my novablast 3 and around 210 miles on my Superblast. I believe both outsoles are just about done, although the rest of the shoes are holding up great. Does this seem reasonable ? I run strictly on Asphalt very hilly and average 25-32 miles per week on 4 day run weeks. Thanks.

Maybe a little bit of v1 with its rolling over the forefoot.? V1 fit more with edge than with the Sky.

So magic speed/Metaspeed Paris series or Superblast 2/Metaspeed Paris Series if you chose only 2 for marathon/half training and racing?

For me magic speed 4 is for daily trainer for faster runner (pace 3 to 5) than average. Might as well replace NB4 in your rotation.

Would you say this a budget race day shoe? Can it handle a half or full distance for those looking at PB and not a podium?

Gonna do my first HM in july and dont know what shoe to get tryna get a sub 2 hour HM, currently using the superblast for daily training. Reckon the magic speed can be used as a race shoe for HM or just go for the paris sky?

I've magic speed 3. Cushion comfort, but speed When magic speed 4 release, more bulky in foam looks like

My race speeds are 7:45 to 7:15 , is this a good shoe for me? I Currently use Saucony endorphin speed 4

Do you think the MS4 is a good 10k racing shoe as well or what do you recommend as a 10k racing/speed training shoe?

Nice! How's the fit in these? and compared to the Metaspeed Edge?

@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183

Ай бұрын

The Edge is really a race shoe and this is more of daily trainer though that's not to say you couldn’t use it as a race shoe.

Curious how this compares to the S4. I happened to pick one up in my trip to Japan last year and it seems like there are similarities. It’s pretty firm as well but this has a lot more stack height. If I’m going slower it feels too firm.

@m.ch4rmaland3r10

Ай бұрын

I have the s4 and magic speed 3. S4 is firmer, I think, because of the full layer turbo foam combo. If they did the same for the speed4, it would not sell, I think. The speed 4 has a puck of turbo cover with ffblast which is softer. I think if they change the plate material or thickness of turbo it will be better for the s4.

With ASICS moving to FF Turbo+ in the Metaspeed series and apparently in the upcoming Superblast 2, I was really hoping they’d release a Magic Speed 4 with full FF Turbo and a plate, similar to the S4 they have in Japan. I feel like that’s a missed opportunity here and I don’t understand why they only did a puck of Turbo in the forefoot.

@laalaa99stl

Ай бұрын

Probably because many people become forefoot strikers when they step on the gas even if they ordinarily aren't.

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

I think there's a lot of unpack in this comment, but I think the thing I'd recommend for you is to try the Magic Speed 4. It might be exactly what you're looking for. (and if it's not, you'll know instantly)

@m.ch4rmaland3r10

Ай бұрын

Less turbo probably link to cost? S4 has a higher price than magic speed. S4 is firm (turbo+plate) but I think magic speed 4 is softer because of the thick layer of material.

@jollyroger1009

Ай бұрын

​@@laalaa99stlWas thinking that as well.

Two questions come to my mind: could slower runners use it for 10k racing and how does it compare to the Adidas takumi sen?

Labeling wise I think it's like this: the shoe is a Magic Speed so we know that those have FF Blast+ foam in them. Plus the FF Turbo wording is written in the orange slash. So then it implies that the midsole is FF Blast+ with FF Turbo where the slash is. Anyone else interpret it like that?

Could you race the full marathon distance in it? I know it isn’t a racing shoe; but as a definitely not fast guy I feel okay with racing in super trainers. So I bought the Speed 4 for races, and I wonder if this would be a good comparison to it.

@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183

Ай бұрын

You can race in any shoe that provides you enough cushion and comfort for your needs as well as the propulsion or response for your goal time.

Let’s go Steve Aoki!

Could I use this shoes in a Marathon race? I have the metaspeed sky+, but I feel that's not the adequate shoes for a Marathon.

I am looking for a long run shoe that can handle intervals. Right now i have the boston 12, which i love the forefoot feeling but the heel is too harsh. The Speed 4 i love the softer heel But the forefoot lacks the cushion and pop of the boston12. Magicspeed 4 seems not as soft as the speed 4. Sounds like i need to give the puma deviate nitro a try.

Wider more foam heavier appealing to a broader cohort of consumers. May appeal to bigger runners over the V2-3

For a bigger/slower runner, could you use this as a half to marathon shoe? Currently use nimbus and. Novablast

Still waiting on your SL2 review video even though I already got one

Any idea if the firmness is similar to the Noosa Tri 15's?

Is it firmer than Saucony Kinvara pro? It’s obviously much lighter

good looking shoes... especially compared to the toy looking ES4

currently running with a magic speed 2, curious how it compares to this newest version

can i get your thoughts on this shoes vs the takumi 10?

Magic speed 4 vs endorphin speed 4 for the marathon? I’ve been having calf issues with carbon plated shoes for the marathon distance. I’m thinking a slightly less rigid shoe will help reduce the load for the calf musculature

@kofuzi

Ай бұрын

I discuss these two shoes specifically towards the end of the video. I think there are a lot of assumptions built in to your question that I'm not sure I agree with or that I feel need a lot of elaboration, but I'm not sure I need to do all that to answer your question. so I will try to answer your question the best I can. I think you are asking which shoe is less rigid. if you are looking for the less rigid option, that would be the endorphin speed 4. . please consider that I am not a medical professional. depending on the nature and degree of your calf issues, you may want to consult the advice of someone who has the medical expertise to provide recommendations to help address the source of your calf issues as well as the symptoms of your calf issues

@Jordan-we3eu

Ай бұрын

@@kofuzi thanks for the detailed response. It was a loaded question. (Sorry about that) I work in PT, and the calf issues can be multifactorial: Strength, nutrition, training,shoes, etc. Personally, I’m leaning towards going with a “super trainer” for my next marathon as I believe the stiffness of the carbon plated shoes have been contributing to calf cramps. A better version of my question would be: Do you think the ES4 and the magic speed 4 could handle the distance at a MP of 6:45-7 min pace. I’ve done long runs in the ES3 and the shoes feels a little sloppy for a 20 mile run. Thanks again Kofuzi.

I need a shoe for marathon long runs and a shoe that can do the marathon itself to. Would Magic Speed 4 be a good option or Puma Deviate Nitro 2 (or 3)?

So is the compliment or the pairing Magic Speed/Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris or Superblast 2/Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris? I do know Superblast not carbon.

@Fozzee.1970

Ай бұрын

Novablast 4/Magic Speed 4/Edge Paris will be my rotation.

@042766

Ай бұрын

@@Fozzee.1970 yes I forgot to add if only two shoes are picked originally and than edited my original comment thinking I edited it but looks like there are two - thanks!

How was it compared to the old Nike Zoom Fly 5?

@Anatoly_Tsvetkov

25 күн бұрын

Zoom fly 5 is a piece of sh*t lol.

Im 210lbs, love lifting and slowly getting into running 🏃‍♂️ My wife is training for a half marathon and i want to join her. Would these be a good shoe for me?? I run in my NB 1080s but often get shin splints