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MegablastvsSC Trainer v3
The Megablast and SC Trainer v3 are both long run shoes built for road running. The Megablast retails for $225 while the SC Trainer v3 comes in at $180 — a $45 difference. The Megablast is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 9.8 oz for the SC Trainer v3. In our ratings, the Megablast edges out the SC Trainer v3 — 9.1/10 versus 8.9/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 8.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $225 | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 9.8 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 45 mm | 41 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Decent |
