Head-to-Head
SC Pacer v2vsMagmax Nitro 2
The SC Pacer v2 is a race shoe while the Magmax Nitro 2 is a long run shoe. The SC Pacer v2 retails for $200 while the Magmax Nitro 2 comes in at $180 — a $20 difference. The SC Pacer v2 is the lighter shoe at 7.4 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Magmax Nitro 2. In our ratings, the SC Pacer v2 edges out the Magmax Nitro 2 — 8.9/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 8.9 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $200 | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 7.4 oz✓ | 9.7 oz | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 35 mm | 46 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
