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SonicblastvsMagic Speed 5
The Sonicblast and Magic Speed 5 are both speed trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $180. The Magic Speed 5 is the lighter shoe at 6.9 oz versus 9.0 oz for the Sonicblast. In our ratings, the Sonicblast edges out the Magic Speed 5 — 9.1/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $180✓ | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 9.0 oz | 6.9 oz✓ | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Speed Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 7 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 37.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
