"The ASICS Sonicblast is a stable and cushioned trainer for easy runs and long runs. While it has a Pebax plate in its midsole and the new FF Turbo Squared foam, it doesn't feel particularly fast or propulsive. I was underwhelmed by the Sonicblast as it lacks some excitement in terms of bounce and energy return. The Novablast has built its reputation on soft, springy cushioning and versatile comfort."
"ASICS already has the Magic Speed which is their plated speed trainer for uptempo runs however, the Magic Speed feels vastly different to the Novablast: it's much firmer and it doesn't have a bouncy ride. Its carbon plate is also very stiff. The Sonicblast weighs 9 oz (255 g) for a men's US 9, so it's 0.3 oz (8 g) heavier than the Novablast 5. It has stack heights of 45 mm/37 mm and it has a Pebax plate sandwiched in its midsole."
The ASICS Sonicblast targets both speed training and daily training with a Pebax plate and FF Turbo Squared foam. The shoe weighs 9 oz (255 g) for a men's US 9, with stack heights of 45 mm/37 mm and a listed price of $180. The Sonicblast feels firmer and less bouncy than the Novablast 5, with top and bottom foam layers feeling similar. Testing included runs from 3 km to 18 km at easy and recovery paces. The shoe delivers stability and cushioning but does not provide strong propulsion or energetic rebound.
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