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Arahi 8vsStructure 26
The Arahi 8 and Structure 26 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Arahi 8 retails for $150 while the Structure 26 comes in at $145 — a $5 difference. The Arahi 8 is the lighter shoe at 9.0 oz versus 10.5 oz for the Structure 26. In our ratings, the Arahi 8 edges out the Structure 26 — 9.0/10 versus 8.9/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $150 | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 9.0 oz✓ | 10.5 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | High | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 10 mm | |
| Stack | 39 mm | 38 mm | |
| Stability | Stability | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low✓ | Low✓ | |
| Breathability | Warm | Medium✓ | |
| Traction | Low | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
