ASICS Megablast vs Saucony Endorphin Azura
On paper, compared with the ASICS Megablast, the Saucony Endorphin Azura is 21 g heavier, 1.9 mm less drop, 4.4 mm less heel stack, ₹14,800 cheaper, Ride −0.5.
 ASICSMegablast |  SauconyEndorphin Azura | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.33 | 8.33 |
| Ride | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹23,000 | ₹8,249 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 220 g | 241 g |
| Heel stack | 45.1 mm | 40.7 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35.2 mm | 32.7 mm |
| Drop | 9.9 mm | 8 mm |
| Foam | FF Turbo Squared | PWRRUN PB |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | mild support |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | 60 kg up to 110–120 kg; better above 70 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsLong runsTempo |
| Pros | Explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride · Fastest and easiest 10K in months · Light at 220 g for its stack · Soft, breathable, durable woven upper · Gusseted tongue and secure heel · Heel padding works well · ASICSGRIP outsole rated for 1,000 km · One shoe for training, long runs and races | Most stable platform in the list · Excellent rebound at faster paces · Durable PWRRUN PB foam |
| Cons | ₹23,000–24,000 price · Narrower than the Superblast 2 and 3 · Not for beginners · Not for sprinting · Overkill for slower runners | SpeedRoll can feel firm and aggressive · Snug fit · Highest price · Harder to find |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000. | You need it quickly or locally: limited marketing and availability make it harder to get. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Megablast
The Megablast is one of the best running shoes ever, with an explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride I have never felt before. It is only worth ₹23,000–24,000 if you run 2:30–5:00/km and can spare the money.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000.
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Endorphin Azura
A versatile high-stack trainer that combines cushioning, speed and stability very well. Performs well across different types of runs.
Avoid if: You need it quickly or locally: limited marketing and availability make it harder to get.
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