On Cloudmonster Hyper vs ASICS SUPERBLAST 2

The On Cloudmonster Hyper and the ASICS SUPERBLAST 2 are both premium unplated trainers, but their execution is very different. The Cloudmonster Hyper blends On's firmer Helion carrier with a slab of Helion HF PEBA in the forefoot, creating a shoe that is steady, somewhat responsive, but not especially lively. It works best for steady, easy-to-moderate paces and feels more like a cushioned daily trainer with a touch of uptempo range. The ASICS, on the other hand, is a far more versatile and refined package. It's lighter, higher stacked, more cushioned, and significantly bouncier, with a smoother rocker and foam that allows it to pick up the pace naturally across a wide range of runs. In practice, the SUPERBLAST 2 feels like the fully realized version of what the Cloudmonster Hyper aims to be: a stable yet fun, high-stack trainer that can handle both easy long runs and faster sessions without compromise.