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SC Trainer v3vsCloudmonster 3 Hyper
The SC Trainer v3 and Cloudmonster 3 Hyper are both long run shoes built for road running. The SC Trainer v3 retails for $180 while the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper comes in at $220 — a $40 difference. The Cloudmonster 3 Hyper is the lighter shoe at 9.3 oz versus 9.8 oz for the SC Trainer v3. In our ratings, the SC Trainer v3 edges out the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper — 8.9/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 8.9 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $180✓ | $220 | |
| Weight | 9.8 oz | 9.3 oz✓ | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 41 mm | 45 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
