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SC Trainer v3vsStructure 26
The SC Trainer v3 is a long run shoe while the Structure 26 is a daily trainer shoe. The SC Trainer v3 retails for $180 while the Structure 26 comes in at $145 — a $35 difference. The SC Trainer v3 is the lighter shoe at 9.8 oz versus 10.5 oz for the Structure 26. Both score 8.9/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 8.9 / 10✓ | 8.9 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $180 | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 9.8 oz✓ | 10.5 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | High | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 10 mm | |
| Stack | 41 mm | 38 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Stability | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
