ASICS Sonicblast
Max-stack everyday trainer slotting between Novablast and Megablast: dual foams plus a three-quarter Pebax 'Astroplate' for a smooth, cushioned ride across daily, long, and moderate-tempo miles. A strong do-it-all pick for mid- and high-mileage runners. Skip if you want a light, agile feel: at 46 mm and 9 oz it runs big.
Reach for the ASICS Sonicblast for everyday training miles, long runs and easy recovery days. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Huge, forgiving cushioning
- Versatile daily/long-run range
- Plate adds smooth roll
- Bulky feel
- $180 crowds the Novablast at $150-155
| Shoe | Cushion | Support | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoka Clifton 10 | Maximum | Neutral | $150 | Analyze |
| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| ASICS Novablast 5 | Maximum | Neutral | $150 | Analyze |
| ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
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