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Challenger 8vs1080 v15
The Challenger 8 and 1080 v15 are both daily trainer shoes built for trail running. The Challenger 8 retails for $155 while the 1080 v15 comes in at $170 — a $15 difference. The 1080 v15 is the lighter shoe at 9.2 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Challenger 8. In our ratings, the Challenger 8 edges out the 1080 v15 — 9.0/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $155✓ | $170 | |
| Weight | 9.7 oz | 9.2 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Trail | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 42 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
