Head-to-Head
SC Pacer v2vsGlycerin Max 2
The SC Pacer v2 is a race shoe while the Glycerin Max 2 is a recovery / easy run shoe. Both are priced at $200. The SC Pacer v2 is the lighter shoe at 7.4 oz versus 11.2 oz for the Glycerin Max 2. In our ratings, the SC Pacer v2 edges out the Glycerin Max 2 — 8.9/10 versus 8.1/10.
| Rating | 8.9 / 10✓ | 8.1 / 10 | |
| Price | $200✓ | $200✓ | |
| Weight | 7.4 oz✓ | 11.2 oz | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 35 mm | 45 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Low | High✓ | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
