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Neo ZenvsPeregrine 16
The Neo Zen and Peregrine 16 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $150. The Neo Zen is the lighter shoe at 8.5 oz versus 9.5 oz for the Peregrine 16. In our ratings, the Neo Zen edges out the Peregrine 16 — 9.0/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 8.5 oz✓ | 9.5 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Trail | |
| Cushion | Medium | Low | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Low | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 4 mm | |
| Stack | 40 mm | 32 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Medium | Breathable✓ | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
