Head-to-Head
SonicblastvsHyperion 3
The Sonicblast is a speed trainer shoe while the Hyperion 3 is a daily trainer shoe. The Sonicblast retails for $180 while the Hyperion 3 comes in at $140 — a $40 difference. The Hyperion 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.6 oz versus 9.0 oz for the Sonicblast. Both score 9.1/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 9.1 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $180 | $140✓ | |
| Weight | 9.0 oz | 8.6 oz✓ | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 36 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | High✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
