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Magmax Nitro 2vsSuperblast 3
The Magmax Nitro 2 and Superblast 3 are both long run shoes built for road running. The Magmax Nitro 2 retails for $180 while the Superblast 3 comes in at $210 — a $30 difference. The Superblast 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.4 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Magmax Nitro 2. In our ratings, the Magmax Nitro 2 edges out the Superblast 3 — 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 8.6 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $180✓ | $210 | |
| Weight | 9.7 oz | 8.4 oz✓ | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 46.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | High✓ | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
