Salomon

Sonic RA Pro 2

Sonic RA Pro 2
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road

Shoe details

Weight
8 oz
Release
2019 Q1
Drop Height
6mm

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Good (66/100)

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Overall

Good (66/100)

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Good (66/100)

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Durability

Above average (84/100)

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Above average (84/100)

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Comfort

Good (77/100)

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Good (77/100)

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Appearance

Good (76/100)

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Good (76/100)

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Value

Good (70/100)

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Good (70/100)

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Cushioning

Below average (58/100)

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Below average (58/100)

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Newest / Best overall / Best comfort
Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Trail
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
8 oz M
7.8 oz M Lightest
Stack
Drop
6mm
7mm
Release
2019 Q1
2018 Q3
2024 Q2 Newest
MSRP
$130 Lower MSRP
$200
Best price
$149.99
Ratings
Overall
Below average (21%)
Below average (32%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Average (49%)
Below average (38%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Bottom tier (6%)
Bottom tier (11%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Above average (66%)
Above average (64%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Average (45%)
Average (56%)
Excellent (96%) Best appearance
Value
Below average (25%)
Below average (26%)
Very good (85%) Best value
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Great road shoe with just the right amount of cushioning!

Anonymous runner · Jan 23, 2020

4/5

Overall

At first I thought the Sonic RA Pro was going to be a once-a-week shoe because it offered less cushion than another shoe I bought at the same time. But after a few weeks, then months , passed, I found I really liked this shoe! Not only did I discover the amount of cushioning to be about right, the show fit like a glove, and felt like something between a daily training shoe and a racing flat. Only it seemed to wear much, much better than any "light" trainer I've ever had! I currently have about 300 miles on the shoe, and the outsole is showing only minimal wear. The shoe is also very passable for trail running, so it's a good choice when doing a route that includes both road and trail. Although not inexpensive, I feel the Sonic RA Pro offers good value for money, and has been a pleasant surprise!
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5