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0 The Core Trio: From Entry-Level to Super-Charged
ASICS has a clear strategy with its BLAST series which is to cover the full range of running profiles with a consistent design language and feel. With the launch of Sonicblast and Megablast, ASICS has enhanced their product portfolio to provide a comprehensive choice for runners.
Dynablast 5
Let’s start with the Dynablast 5, their entry option, which no longer feels like the odd one out. With its new design, it now shares the signature look of the rest of the series, a stark contrast to its previous versions that felt more like traditional running shoes with lower stacks and none of the “trampoline” effect. We written about the Dynblast previous and you can check it out here.
The Dynablast 5 comes in at a friendly price of SGD 179 and a weight of 260 grams, making it the accessible entry point. It’s built with FF BLAST™ PLUS cushioning, a responsive foam that provides lightweight impact absorption, and an AHAR™ LO outsole for durability. Its stack height of 39mm in the heel and 31mm in the forefoot feels consistent with the “BLAST” family.
Novablast 5
Moving up the ladder is the shoe that brought ASICS fame in this category, the Novablast 5. At SGD 219, this is the versatile daily trainer of the group. Weighing in at a light 255 grams, it’s even lighter than the Dynablast despite having a taller stack height of 41.5mm in the heel and 33.5mm in the forefoot. The Novablast 5 is equipped with FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning, a step up from the Dynablast that provides a more energetic ride and a more responsive trampoline-inspired bounce.
Superblast 2
Then there’s the highly anticipated Superblast 2. This shoe truly wowed runners with its performance despite its premium SGD 319 price tag. ASICS packed this shoe with its most advanced technologies, using a combination of FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO and FF TURBO™ PLUS cushioning in the midsole. These foams, also used in ASICS’s top-tier racing shoes, create one of the lightest and bounciest running experiences you can get. At a feather-light 249 grams, the Superblast 2 targets runners looking to reduce leg fatigue over long distances. It also has the highest stack in the group at 43mm in the heel and 35mm in the forefoot.
The New Speed Machines: SonicBlast and Megablast
The ASICS “BLAST” series continues to expand with two new, exciting additions. First is the Sonicblast, a new speed-focused daily trainer that acts as a true step-up from the Novablast. I believed to feature a new, ultra-lightweight FF Turbo^2 foam combined with FF Blast Max in the bottom layer and an Astroplate for forward propulsion. Its a speedy option with a weight of 256 grams, and a tall stack of 46mm in the heel and 38mm in the forefoot.
The second new shoe is the Megablast, which is clearly designed to be the top-of-the-range option in the series. It is the ultrabounce shoe and features an all-new full-length FF Turbo^2 foam, making it ASICS’s most energetic cushioning yet. The Megablast is an ultra-light shoe, weighing in at just 230 grams, and has a stack height of 45mm in the heel and 37mm in the forefoot. With a price of USD 225, it’s the most expensive in the series (for reference, the Superblast 2 is USD 200), positioning it as a premium option for speedy long runs.
Final Comparison & Conclusion
With five distinct models, the ASICS “BLAST” series offers a shoe for nearly every type of runner. Here’s a quick summary of the key differences to help you make your decision.
| Shoe Model | Price (SGD) | Weight (US9) | Stack (Heel/Forefoot) | Key Midsole Foam |
| Dynablast 5 | 179 | 260g | 39mm / 31mm | FF BLAST™ PLUS |
| Novablast 5 | 219 | 255g | 41.5mm / 33.5mm | FF BLAST™ MAX |
| Superblast 2 | 319 | 249g | 43mm / 35mm | FF TURBO™ PLUS + FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO |
| Sonicblast | – | 256g | 46mm / 38mm | FF Turbo^2 + FF Blast Max + Astroplate |
| Megablast | – | 230g | 45mm / 37mm | Full-length FF Turbo^2 |
The Dynablast 5 is the perfect entry point for runners who want to experience the “BLAST” feel without breaking the bank. The Novablast 5 is your do-it-all daily trainer, a versatile workhorse that is great for all paces. The Superblast 2 is the premium choice for those who demand the lightest weight and most responsive feel for long-distance efforts.
And for those who prioritize speed, the new models offer even more specialized options. The Sonicblast gives you a plate and a new foam for a faster, more propulsive ride. If you’re looking for the ultimate in energy return and bounce for your long-run efforts, the Megablast is positioned as the top-of-the-range option. With its ultra-lightweight design and full-length FF Turbo^2 foam, it’s the most energetic cushioning shoe in the entire series.
