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ASICS Sonicblast
Tempo / threshold

Sonicblast

Speed workout shoe combining responsive cushioning with a propulsive feel for tempo runs and quality sessions.

$180MSRP
Comparable specifications
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Terrain
road
Primary use
Tempo / threshold
Races
5K–10K
Also good for
Daily training, Intervals / speedwork
Cushion
high
Firmness
balanced
Stability
neutral
Weight
256g
Drop
8mm
Stack
30/22mm
Midsole
two-layered foam with FF BLAST MAX and FF TURBO² cushioning
Outsole
ASICSGRIP outsole rubber
Upper
Engineered mesh
Widths
standard
Release
2025
Tempo workoutsDaily trainingRoadLightweight
Our read

ASICS pitches the Sonicblast as a do-it-all fast trainer, combining its most energetic FF TURBO² foam with a firmer FF BLAST MAX base and a plated propulsion mechanism. At 256g with an 8mm drop and high cushion, it reads as a versatile uptempo daily shoe, but no independent testing is available here to confirm the ride, durability or true race credentials.

Ride

A balanced, plateless midsole aimed at uptempo work rather than plush comfort or all-out speed. At 258 g it is moderately light but not a stripped-down racer.

Fit

Standard width only with an 8 mm drop and moderate 30/22 mm stack; no alternate widths for narrow or wide feet.

Best for

Runners wanting a single shoe for tempo runs and quality sessions without paying for a carbon plate.

Avoid if

You want maximum energy return from a plated setup or need soft cushioning for easy recovery miles.

Sources
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