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Challenger 8vsRebel v5
The Challenger 8 and Rebel v5 are both daily trainer shoes built for trail running. The Challenger 8 retails for $155 while the Rebel v5 comes in at $145 — a $10 difference. The Rebel v5 is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Challenger 8. Both score 9.0/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $155 | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 9.7 oz | 7.9 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 | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Decent |
