Head-to-Head
Challenger 8vsGuide 19
The Challenger 8 and Guide 19 are both daily trainer shoes built for trail running. The Challenger 8 retails for $155 while the Guide 19 comes in at $150 — a $5 difference. Both weigh 9.7 oz. In our ratings, the Challenger 8 edges out the Guide 19 — 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $155 | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 9.7 oz✓ | 9.7 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Trail | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 42 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low✓ | Low✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Very Good | Very Good |
