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Challenger 8vsKipsummit Max
The Challenger 8 and Kipsummit Max are both daily trainer shoes built for trail running. The Challenger 8 retails for $155 while the Kipsummit Max comes in at $150 — a $5 difference. The Challenger 8 is the lighter shoe at 9.7 oz versus 9.9 oz for the Kipsummit Max. In our ratings, the Challenger 8 edges out the Kipsummit Max — 9.0/10 versus 8.0/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $155 | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 9.7 oz✓ | 9.9 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 42 mm | 38.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Low | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Very Good | Very Good |
